Ceramic Kiln HMI Modernization: Migrating to PC-Based Control
Ceramic Kiln HMI Modernization Problem Statement: A leading ceramic tile manufacturer faced critical risks with their tunnel kiln control systems. The existing operation relied on obsolete UniOP Touch Screens and proprietary “Designer 6” software, which were no longer supported. Spare parts were scarce, and the system suffered from limited memory, preventing the storage of new production recipes. Furthermore, the legacy system lacked data logging capabilities, making it impossible to analyze fuel consumption or track alarm history efficiently. ...