TPCX053-1012 CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS MODEL FLX-128 FLEXIBLE EXPANDABLE CONTROL POWER FOR CONVEYING ? i 31 1 Flexible Material Conveying System Control Start small and grow, or bring all conveying needs into a common system. The FLX flexible control system utilizes a combination of centralized I/O and expansion modules, interconnected via industrial Ethernet to provide control of up to 128 receivers, 40 pumps (plus 2 back-up pumps) and 256 source valves. A full color touch screen with descriptive picture icons assures that even with little or no training, any user will be comfortable monitoring or making changes to up to 40 independently operating vacuum systems. Model FLX-128 MODULAR I/O FOR EXPANDABLE RESIN CONVEYING Conveying components are commonly spread across plants; on processing machines, on mezzanines, in pump rooms, on multi-component blenders and source valves, grouped at material supply hoppers. In these common arrangements, the FLX conveying control is right at home, providing input/output (I/O) capability in modular panels, interconnected via Ethernet. Connections to individual conveying components are minimized since I/O modules can be placed where they are needed and connected back to the main FLX control via Ethernet. n The FLX system utilizes programmable logic controllers (PLC’s) in modular panels, along with touch screen panel(s), equipped with colorful icons to assure that all authorized personnel can operate the system. Shared conveying components, like back-up pumps and material purge valves operate seamlessly with multiple vacuum systems, all controlled by the FLX. n Economical and expandable Buy only the control capacity you need today, and then expand with additional modules as your business grows. The FLX is the right choice for small systems all the way up to 128 receivers and even operation of Conair’s exclusive Automated Resin Manager (ARM) and the Material Vision Proofing (MVP). n Minimize wiring with modular components Groups of receivers, pumps and valves can be easily added with a simple Ethernet connection to modular expansion panels. n Color touch screen The 8-inch full color touch screen control provides easy navigation via internationally understood icons. Add up to five additional touch screens, wherever you need them. Remote access via web pages Ethernet connection allows you to connect and view the system from any PC, anytime, anywhere. n Tap into ControlWorks Link all of your auxiliaries, and even processing equipment, via the monitoring, control and trending capabilities of Conair’s exclusive ControlWorks network.

CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS Ethernet makes the long runs. Via CAT 5 copper wire or fiber optics, the Ethernet network connects all of the FLX expansion panels. Receivers, pump and valves wire into these localized Fiber optics Each expansion panel is networked back to the main control and provides the input/output capabilities re- quired for that group of conveying components. Input and output signals can be connected via a Conair UTB (universal terminal box) for an easy plug-in connection. Once I/O panels are interconnected to the main FLX con- trol panel, the FLX instantly recognizes them and makes...

TPCX053-1012 CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS MODEL FLX-128 C O N T R O L F E AT U R E S The FLX conveying control system is not only powerful and flexible, but is also the most convenient loading system control to operate. • Colorful icons mimic the system components they represent and change to show operating status with minimal need for words. • Help screens provide multi-lingual support for every page and every control activity. • Shop floor personnel immediately understand and find the touch screen FLX very easy to use. OPERATING SYSTEM PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE DETAILED SCREENS n An entire group...

TPCX053-1012 CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS MODEL FLX-128 S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Main control panel Remote HMI ? i 31 31 Flexible Material Conveying System Control A ? A i 31 31 Flexible Material Conveying System Control B Front view C B C Side view Front view MODEL Performance characteristics Maximum number of vacuum receivers Maximum number of vacuum pumps Programmable logic controller: Main control panel Remote I/O Operator interface (standard) Output voltage to receivers/valves Input voltage to receivers Output voltage to pumps Power/Amps Input/Output capabilities Side view FLX-128 up to 128...