automation

  1. James

    Gate Automation

    I have a customer who wants the following. 2 x Metal gates (existing and about 2m x 2m each) Electrically operated with the following functions ANPR with an easy to update database / web interface for the allow list Auto entry for recognised vehicles a key pad for pin entry with intercom...
  2. shurbra82

    Home automation/sub-switchboard panel

    Hi all, Great to of found this forum. Much respect for keeping everyone safe! My background is in commercial data and Audio Visual. Been working alongside sparkies for my whole career. Have run projects and installed cabling on many a building site. Although I don't have my license I am...
  3. caitlin00

    Please advise, Ampy Automation payment meter

    Hi all, not too sure if this is the right place to post, but at a bit of a loss here! i live in a block if flats, and about half an hour ago, heard a pop sound, and then all the electricity went off. I am on the prepayment meter that is shown below, which is handled by a live in caretaker. He...
  4. 9

    Starting point for relevant qualifications/learning materials to support control panel design for industrial automation

    Hi all, Some background on this question: I am UK-based, and I work with robotics and automation, so have experience with PLC programming, robot programming and installation, certification of robot cells, etc. Something that I have so far not had much exposure to is the design and build of...
  5. PLC Analog Scaling Tutorial

    PLC Analog Scaling Tutorial

    A tutorial on PLC analog output and PLC analog input. This video made using http://koldwater.com/PLC-Training-Software.html The interactive PLC Training cert...
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  6. C

    What is happening with Automation?

    Evening, There seems to be a high demand for Automation / Controls Engineers at the moment. Larger companies seem to be starting new automation departments in their companies. What do we think will happen, is it to help reduce the labour problems of the last year or so? Is it to ramp up...
  7. A

    industrial automation certificate from Brazil Can I work in UK

    I brought my industrial automation certificate from Brazil to the UK, I received Btec national diploma/ level 3 extended diploma can I work with this qualification in electrical here in London and which card can I apply? Thanks in advance
  8. H

    friends i need circuit for rf remote keypad automation

    friends i want make one circuit which can give me auto rf remote keypad press i iwill solder keypadd pins to circuit for connection blinks .5ms this circuit must be 220v direclty or with adaptor 12volts if any one can help me guide me please this is example attachment of rf remote with 4...
  9. T

    Advice for getting into BMS and automation engineering

    Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone can give me any advice. I’m currently an electrician working in commercial and industrial offices/factories etc butI’m looking to move forward and do something a bit more involved and test myself. I’ve been doing a bit of research and I like the look of...
  10. C

    How to get into Controls / Automation / PLC´s.

    Evening! I´m looking into getting more into the Controls / PLC / Automation side of things. I´ve programmed a few PLC´s (Siemens) from scratch and a HMI. Some knowledge of Servo Drives (fault finding, setting basic parameters), programming VSD´s, designing / construction of control panels etc...
  11. buzzlightyear

    home automation any good

    I'm thinking going in to home automation in homes what is the best tried system.
  12. Jason Philip

    Automation vs. Construction - career advice please

    Currently working as a control system technician focusing on installing wiring on conveyors and control panels, get 12.5 p/h and lots of work away from home. Have previously done residential / commercial & industrial installation electrician jobs. Am torn wether to go back to construction, for...
  13. S

    Vacuum and compressor automation

    I've been asked to design a panel for 2x 3phase comressors and 2x 3phase vacuum pumps. Non of the motors can start at the same time and between the 2, they have to run alternately. The vacuum pumps need to be wired so that if more vacuum is needed the other will start. Keep in mind that when...
  14. S

    Installing Mains Powered Home Automation Zigbee Wireless Repeaters

    Hi If this is in the wrong forum please feel free to move. I need to have installed around 20 Zigbee Wireless Repeaters around a large property. They are 40mm x 40mm x 20mm and require a 230v supply, current is minimal. I wondered if the following scenarios are feasible and acceptable within...
  15. K

    Does anyone specialise In Home Automation

    Hi guys I am looking for some advice; I am interested in starting a business specialising in home automation installs but not sure where to start. I've done some research and it seems some of the big brands I should be installing are companies such as Centron, Lutron, Control4 & Savant. I am...
  16. Clive Richards

    home automation alexa or app controlled light switches

    I am trying to automate my home as much as possible having installed hive for heating and some light bulbs - however there are some rooms where the lightbulb option is not possible and I need to have automated light switches. The problem is that all the ones that I have seen (which connect to...
  17. C

    Home automation decide and stick

    hello guys I keep geeting dragged into home automation install jobs however i want to now just familiarise myself with one manufacturer and stick with them. Control 4 Lutron Crestron And the list goes on, could anyone recommend the best manufacturer who offers the best system in terms of...
  18. Chris Simm

    Hello from Scantime Automation & Training!

    Hi guys, thought i'd introduce myself as i've recently joined the forum on behalf of our company Scantime Automation and Training, hoping to help anyone who is working with or is looking to work with PLC Control Systems on the shop-floor! My name is Chris and i'm a Controls Engineer as well as...
  19. mack3rs

    Building Automation Systems (BMS Engineer)

    has anyone on here moved from electrical to this role? im currently considering a slight career change and this type of work sounds interesting albeit very rare as i dont know of anyone who does it. can anyone recommend it or is a particularly difficult job i may struggle with? opinions and info...
  20. bigspark17

    Home automation additional cost ballpark.

    To the home automation install guys, how much additional cost would this be on a new house.? New build 3 bed for example if normal rewire would cost say 5K how much would full home automation system cost.? Cheers

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