Latest Projects
In addition to troubleshooting and local support, Okanagan Automation has undertaken larger projects. In the past three years we have designed, built, installed and commissioned control systems for:
Upgrade a 6 press Pellet Mill from a manually controlled, stacked multi-processor unit to a fully integrated and automated 10 press system utilizing customized and easy to understand HMI screens based on an EtherNet/IP network.
To ensure maximum log recovery in a Headrig breakdown system by installing and integrating the latest controls and scanning systems to unsure years of low maintenance costs and exceptional uptime.
Revitalization of a relocated Fibre Mat manufacturing plant. In order to keep to a constrained budget, the existing controls equipment was retained and reprogrammed to the customers operating needs as well as the addition of a new HIM to aid in operator efficiency.
A complete Planer Mill Infeed control system change out to an Allen-Bradley single processor based ControLogix design utilizing an EtherNet/IP communication network to replace the fault prone DeviceNet system.
Design and implement a cost effective “Shadow Scanning” layout in a Post and Dowel plant that lends itself to easily obtained and reliable, off the shelf parts. Low maintenance and durability were key in this harsh environment.
Hydraulic systems in Sawmill Canting Line required fast and accurate control of pressure and flow devices to cope with the dynamic environment. Proper PID setup is a specialty of our team with a secure understanding of how the changing environment, raw product, and system requirements throughout the life of the equipment effect control system design.
A triple press pellet mill redesign to control all associated presses, conveyors, burners, hammer mills and bagging machines was engineered and programmed to allow easy troubleshooting for the personnel on site and online access if assistance from outside sources are required.
“A Controls Engineering Company”
Our team of Engineers, Technologists, Technicians and Electricians have years of experience as industry innovators, installers and end users so we understand what a properly conceived and executed controls system consists of, no matter the circumstances. Located in British Columbia’s Interior city of Kelowna, we know no bounds when it comes to executing your automation needs be it at your door, over the phone or assisting with online solutions. Your greatest challenge is our goal.
