automation

Recent contents Top users
  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. 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...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
    • koldwater
    • Media item
    • automation plc training course
    • Comments: 0
    • Category: Professional Electrician
  5. 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...
  6. 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
  7. 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...
  8. 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...
  9. 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...
  10. buzzlightyear

    home automation any good

    I'm thinking going in to home automation in homes what is the best tried system.
  11. 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...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. 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...
  15. 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...
  16. 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...
  17. 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
  18. Wes1000

    Home automation system enclosures

    hi guys, I'm looking for someone with some experience with home automation systems to give some advice on the enclosures. I haven't fitted any before and wondered if they, when fitted in to a din rail enclosure/cabinet, would fall under the catch all of 'switch gear' and have to be fitted in a...
  19. ses

    Lighting automation

    Evening all Just purchased a flat over here in west london and looking to install some lighting control Im going to have 6 zones in two different rooms Room 1 needs 2 points of switching as two doors Room 2 needs 3 points of switching as 1 door plus switch either side of bed It would be great...
    • ses
    • Thread
    • automation control lighting product switch
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  20. M

    Home Automation

    Hello guys, i was wondering if anyone would be able to direct me? I want to learn about home automation, Cbus, etc. Can anyone help?
Best EV Chargers
Best EV Chargers by Electrical2Go! The official electric vehicle charger supplier.

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

TrueNAS JBOD Storage Server

YOUR Unread Posts

Daily, weekly or monthly email

Receive a daily, weekly, or monthly email containing a digest of new and recently updated threads.
UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Electrician Tips from Professional Electricians
JBOD Forums: a forum for JBOD storage server advice
Back
Top