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10. Process Control page 4

10.1. Process Control. Fundamentals. 6-10

10.2. Industrial Process Control. 11

11. Chemical Engineering page 12

11.1. Chemical Engineering (Basic). 14-16

11.2. Chemical Engineering (General). 17-21
11.3. Chemical Reactors. 22-26
11.4. Chemical Process. 27-30
11.5. Chemical Process (Agronomical Industry). 31
11.6. Chemical Process (Special). 32-33

12. Food & Water Technologies page 34

12.1. Food Technology (Basic). 36-42

12.2. Food Technology (Milk). 43-47
12.3. Food Technology (Oil). 48
12.4. Food Technology (Pilot Plants). 49-58

13. Environment page 59

13.1. Water Handling. 61-66

13.2. Water Treatment. 67-70

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Equipment list
page page
10.1- Process Control. Fundamentals 10.2- Industrial Process Control

-UCP Computer Controlled Process Control System (with 6 -CPIC Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with 11
electronic control valve): Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (Flow,
Temperature, Level and Pressure).

•UCP-UB Base Unit. (Common for all Sets for process -CPIC-C Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with
control type “UCP”).
Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only
Flow).
Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software)
used in the base unit -CPIC-T Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with
Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only
Temperature).
•UCP-T Set for Temperature Process Control.
•UCP-C Set for Flow Process Control. -CPIC-N Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with
Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only
•UCP-N Set for Level Process Control.
Level).
•UCP-PA Set for Pressure Process Control.
•UCP-PH Set for pH Process Control. -CPIC-P Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with
Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only
•UCP-CT Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total Pressure).
Dissolved Solids) Process Control.

-UCPCN Computer Controlled Process Control System (with 7

pneumatic control valve):

•UCPCN-UB Base Unit. (Common for all Sets for process

control type “UCPCN”).

Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software)

used in the base unit

•UCPCN-T Set for Temperature Process Control.

•UCPCN-C Set for Flow Process Control.
•UCPCN-N Set for Level Process Control.
•UCPCN-PA Set for Pressure Process Control.
•UCPCN-PH Set for pH Process Control.
•UCPCN-CT Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total
Dissolved Solids) Process Control.

-UCPCV Computer Controlled Process Control System (with 8

speed controller):

•UCPCV-UB Base Unit. (Common for all Sets for process

control type “UCPCV”).

Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software)

used in the base unit

•UCPCV-T Set for Temperature Process Control.

•UCPCV-C Set for Flow Process Control.
•UCPCV-N Set for Level Process Control.
•UCPCV-PA Set for Pressure Process Control.
•UCPCV-PH Set for pH Process Control.
•UCPCV-CT Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total
Dissolved Solids) Process Control.

-UCP-P Computer Controlled Process Control Unit for the 9

Study of Pressure (Air).

-CECI Industrial Controllers Trainer. 10

-CRCI Industrial Controllers Networking. 10

-CEAB Trainer for Field Bus Applications. 10

-CEAC Controller Tuning Trainer. 10

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UCP. Computer Controlled Process Control System, with electronic control valve :

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

1 2 3 ( )
Data Acquisition Computer Control
Control Interface Box
UCP-UB. Base Unit Board Software for each
Set for Process
5 Cables and Accessories Control
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit:

Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements
+ + + + + +

Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control
Software for Software for Flow Software for Level Software for Software for pH Software for Conductivity
Temperature Process Process Control ( ) Process Control ( ) Pressure Process Process Control ( ) and TDS
Control ( ) Control ( ) Process Control ( )
4.1 UCP-T. 4.2 UCP-C. 4.3 UCP-N. 4.4 UCP-PA. 4.5UCP-PH. 4.6 UCP-CT.
Set for Temperature Set for Flow Set for Level Set for Pressure Set for PH Set for Conductivity
Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control and TDS (Total Dissolved
Solids) Process Control

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Common items for all Process Control parameters: Temperature Process Control:
1 UCP-UB. Unit: 1.- Temperature control loops (Manual).
This unit is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCP” and can work with one 2.- Temperature control loops (On/Off).
or several sets. 3.- Temperature control loops (Proportional).
4.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to 5.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
the elements in the real unit. Main tank and collector with an orifice in the central 6.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative +Integral).
dividing wall. (2 x 25 dm3), and drainage in both compartments. Dual process tank (2 x 7.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Ziegler-Nichols).
10 dm3), interconnected through an orifice and a ball valve and an overflow in the 8.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Reaction Curves).
dividing wall; a graduate scale and a threaded drain of adjustable level with bypass. 9.- Temperature sensor calibration.
Centrifugal pumps. Variable area flow meters (0.2-2 l/min, and 0.2-10 l/min), and Flow Process Control:
10.- Flow control loops (Manual).
with a manual valve. Line of on/off regulation valves (solenoid), and manual drainage 11.- Flow control loops (On/Off).
valves of the upper tank. Proportional valve: motorized control valve. 12.- Flow control loops (Proportional).
2 UCP/CIB. Control Interface Box : 13.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Integral).
This is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCP” and can work with one or 14.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
several sets. 15.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
16.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Ziegler-Nichols).
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently 17.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Reaction Curves).
computer controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in 18.- Flow sensor calibration.
the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves Level Process Control:
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the 19.- Level control loops (Manual).
keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID 20.- Level control loops (On/Off).
control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at 21.- Level control loops (Proportional).
22.- Level control loops (Proportional + Integral).
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment 23.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in 24.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 25.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 26.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Reaction Curves).
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 27.- Level sensor calibration.
Pressure Process Control:
Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/ 28.- Pressure control loops (Manual).
Outputs. 29.- Pressure control loops (On/Off).
4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit: (These Sets will 30.- Pressure control loops (Proportional).
be supplied and installed in the Base Unit and ready for working) 31.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Integral).
4.1 UCP-T. Set for Temperature Process Control: 32.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Temperature sensor “J type”. Electric resistor (0.5 KW). Helix agitator. On/off level 33.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
34.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
switch. 35.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Reaction Curves).
Computer Control Software for Temperature Process Control: 36.- Pressure sensor calibration.
(#) Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison pH Process Control:
and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the 37.- pH control loops (Manual).
registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 38.- pH control loops (On/Off).
4.2 UCP-C. Set for Flow Process Control:
39.- pH control loops (Proportional).
40.- pH control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Turbine type flow sensor. 41.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Computer Control Software for Flow Process Control. (#) 42.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
4.3 UCP-N. Set for Level Process Control: 43.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
44.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Reaction Curves).
0-300mm level sensor (of capacitive immersion, 4-20mA). 45.- pH sensor calibration.
Computer Control Software for Level Process Control. (#) Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control:
4.4
UCP-PA. Set for Pressure Process Control: 46.- Conductivity control loops (Manual).
Pressure sensor. 47.- Conductivity control loops (On/Off).
48.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional).
Computer Control Software for Pressure Process Control. (#) 49.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Integral).
4.5
UCP-PH. Set for pH Process Control: 50.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
pH sensor. Helix agitator. 51.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
Computer Control Software for pH Process Control. (#) 52.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
4.6 UCP-CT. Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control:
53.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Reaction Curves).
54.- TDS control loops (Manual).
Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) sensor. 55.- TDS control loops (On/Off).
Computer Control Software for Conductivity and TDS Process Control.(#) 56.- TDS control loops (Proportional).
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
57.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Integral).
58.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 59.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
Dimensions(approx.)=UCP-UB. Unit: 500 x 1000 x 1000 mm. Weight: 40 Kg. 60.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 61.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Reaction Curves).
62.- Conductivity and TDS sensor calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/ 63-81.- Practices with PLC.
processcontrol/fundamentals/UCP.pdf
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UCPCN. Computer Controlled Process Control System, with pneumatic control valve :

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

1 2 3 ( )
UCPCN-UB. Control Interface BoxData Acquisition Computer Control
Board Software for each
Base Unit 5 Cables and Accessories Set for Process
Control
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit:

Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements
+ + + + + +

Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control
Software for Software for Flow Software for Level Software for Software for pH Software for Conductivity
Temperature Process Process Control ( ) Process Control ( ) Pressure Process Process Control ( ) and TDS
Control ( ) Control ( ) Process Control ( )
4.1 UCPCN-T. 4.2UCPCN-C. 4.3UCPCN-N. 4.4 UCPCN-PA. 4.5 UCPCN-PH. 4.6 UCPCN-CT.
Set for Temperature Set for Flow Set for Level Set for Pressure Set for PH Set for Conductivity
Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control and TDS (Total Dissolved
Solids) Process Control

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Common items for all Process Control parameters: Temperature Process Control:
1 UCPCN-UB. Unit: 1.- Temperature control loops (Manual).
This unit is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCPCN” and can work with 2.- Temperature control loops (On/Off).
one or several sets. 3.- Temperature control loops (Proportional).
4.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to 5.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
the elements in the real unit. Main tank and collector with an orifice in the central 6.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative +Integral).
dividing wall.(2 x 25 dm3), and drainage in both compartments. Dual process tank (2 x 7.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Ziegler-Nichols).
3
10 dm ), interconnected through an orifice and a ball valve and an overflow in the 8.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Reaction Curves).
dividing wall; a graduate scale and a threaded drain of adjustable level with bypass. 9.- Temperature sensor calibration.
Centrifugal pumps. Variable area flow meters (0.2-2 l/min, and 0.2-10 l/min), and Flow Process Control:
with a manual valve. Line of on/off regulation valves (solenoid), and manual drainage 10.- Flow control loops (Manual).
11.- Flow control loops (On/Off).
valves of the upper tank. Pneumatic Control Valve. 12.- Flow control loops (Proportional).
2 UCPCN/CIB. Control Interface Box : 13.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Integral).
This is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCPCN” and can work with one 14.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
or several sets. 15.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
16.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Ziegler-Nichols).
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently 17.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Reaction Curves).
computer controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in 18.- Flow sensor calibration.
the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves Level Process Control:
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the 19.- Level control loops (Manual).
keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID 20.- Level control loops (On/Off).
control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at 21.- Level control loops (Proportional).
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment 22.- Level control loops (Proportional + Integral).
23.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in 24.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 25.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 26.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Reaction Curves).
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 27.- Level sensor calibration.
Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/ Pressure Process Control:
28.- Pressure control loops (Manual).
Outputs. 29.- Pressure control loops (On/Off).
4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit: (These Sets will 30.- Pressure control loops (Proportional).
be supplied and installed in the Base Unit and ready for working) 31.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Integral).
UCPCN-T. Set for Temperature Process Control:
4.1 32.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Temperature sensor “J type”. Electric resistor (0.5 KW). Helix agitator. On/off level 33.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
switch. 34.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
35.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Reaction Curves).
Computer Control Software for Temperature Process Control: 36.- Pressure sensor calibration.
(#) Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison pH Process Control:
and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the 37.- pH control loops (Manual).
registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 38.- pH control loops (On/Off).
39.- pH control loops (Proportional).
4.2
UCPCN-C. Set for Flow Process Control: 40.- pH control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Turbine type flow sensor. 41.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Computer Control Software for Flow Process Control. (#) 42.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
4.3
UCPCN-N. Set for Level Process Control: 43.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
44.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Reaction Curves).
0-300mm level sensor (of capacitive immersion, 4-20mA). 45.- pH sensor calibration.
Computer Control Software for Level Process Control. (#) Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control:
4.4 UCPCN-PA. Set for Pressure Process Control: 46.- Conductivity control loops (Manual).
47.- Conductivity control loops (On/Off).
Pressure sensor. 48.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional).
Computer Control Software for Pressure Process Control. (#) 49.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Integral).
4.5
UCPCN-PH. Set for pH Process Control: 50.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
pH sensor. Helix agitator. 51.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
52.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
Computer Control Software for pH Process Control. (#) 53.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Reaction Curves).
4.6
UCPCN-CT. Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control: 54.- TDS control loops (Manual).
Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) sensor. 55.- TDS control loops (On/Off).
56.- TDS control loops (Proportional).
Computer Control Software for Conductivity and TDS Process Control.(#) 57.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Integral).
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 58.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 59.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
Dimensions(approx.)=UCPCN-UB. Unit: 500 x 1000 x 1000 mm. Weight: 40 Kg. 60.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
61.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Reaction Curves).
Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 62.- Conductivity and TDS sensor calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/ 63-81.- Practices with PLC.
processcontrol/fundamentals/UCPCN.pdf
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UCPCV. Computer Controlled Process Control System, with speed controller :

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

1 2 3 ( )
Control Interface Box Data Acquisition Computer Control
UCPCV-UB. Board Software for each
Base Unit 5 Cables and Accessories Set for Process
6 Manuals Control
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit:

Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements Sensor and elements
+ + + + + +

Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control Computer Control
Software for Software for Flow Software for Level Software for Software for pH Software for Conductivity
Temperature Process Process Control ( ) Process Control ( ) Pressure Process Process Control ( ) and TDS
Control ( ) Control ( ) Process Control ( )
4.1 UCPCV-T. 4.2 UCPCV-C. 4.3UCPCV-N. 4.4UCPCV-PA. 4.5UCPCV-PH. 4.6 UCPCV-CT.
Set for Temperature Set for Flow Set for Level Set for Pressure Set for PH Set for Conductivity
Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control Process Control and TDS (Total Dissolved
Solids) Process Control

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Common items for all Process Control parameters: Temperature Process Control:
1 UCPCV-UB. Unit: 1.- Temperature control loops (Manual).
This unit is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCPCV” and can work with 2.- Temperature control loops (On/Off).
one or several sets. 3.- Temperature control loops (Proportional).
4.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to 5.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
the elements in the real unit. Main tank and collector with an orifice in the central 6.- Temperature control loops (Proportional + Derivative +Integral).
dividing wall.(2 x 25 dm3), and drainage in both compartments. Dual process tank (2 x 7.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Ziegler-Nichols).
10 dm3), interconnected through an orifice and a ball valve and an overflow in the 8.- Adjustment of the constant of a controller of temperature (Reaction Curves).
dividing wall; a graduate scale and a threaded drain of adjustable level with bypass. 9.- Temperature sensor calibration.
Centrifugal pumps. Variable area flow meters (0.2-2 l/min, and 0.2-10 l/min), and Flow Process Control:
with a manual valve. Line of on/off regulation valves (solenoid), and manual drainage 10.- Flow control loops (Manual).
valves of the upper tank. Speed controller (into the Control Interface Box). 11.- Flow control loops (On/Off).
12.- Flow control loops (Proportional).
2 UCPCV/CIB. Control Interface Box : 13.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Integral).
This is common for all Sets for Process Control type “UCPCV” and can work with one or 14.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
several sets. 15.- Flow control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently 16.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Ziegler-Nichols).
17.- Adjustment of the flow controller constants (Reaction Curves).
computer controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in 18.- Flow sensor calibration.
the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves Level Process Control:
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the 19.- Level control loops (Manual).
keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID 20.- Level control loops (On/Off).
control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at 21.- Level control loops (Proportional).
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment 22.- Level control loops (Proportional + Integral).
and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in 23.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
24.- Level control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 25.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 26.- Adjustment of the constants of a flow controller (Reaction Curves).
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 27.- Level sensor calibration.
Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/ Pressure Process Control:
Outputs. 28.- Pressure control loops (Manual).
29.- Pressure control loops (On/Off).
4 Sets (sensor and elements + computer control software) used in the base unit: (These Sets will 30.- Pressure control loops (Proportional).
be supplied and installed in the Base Unit and ready for working) 31.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Integral).
UCPCV-T. Set for Temperature Process Control:
4.1
32.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Temperature sensor “J type”. Electric resistor (0.5 KW). Helix agitator. On/off level 33.- Pressure control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
switch. 34.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
35.- Adjustment of the constant of a Pressure controller (Reaction Curves).
Computer Control Software for Temperature Process Control: 36.- Pressure sensor calibration.
(#) Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing,comparison pH Process Control:
and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the 37.- pH control loops (Manual).
registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 38.- pH control loops (On/Off).
4.2 UCPCV-C. Set for Flow Process Control: 39.- pH control loops (Proportional).
40.- pH control loops (Proportional + Integral).
Turbine type flow sensor. 41.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
Computer Control Software for Flow Process Control. (#) 42.- pH control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
4.3 UCPCV-N. Set for Level Process Control: 43.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
44.- Adjustment of the constant of a pH controller (Reaction Curves).
0-300mm level sensor (of capacitive immersion, 4-20mA). 45.- pH sensor calibration.
Computer Control Software for Level Process Control. (#) Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control:
4.4 UCPCV-PA. Set for Pressure Process Control: 46.- Conductivity control loops (Manual).
Pressure sensor. 47.- Conductivity control loops (On/Off).
48.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional).
Computer Control Software for Pressure Process Control. (#) 49.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Integral).
4.5 UCPCV-PH. Set for pH Process Control: 50.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
pH sensor. Helix agitator. 51.- Conductivity control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
52.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
Computer Control Software for pH Process Control. (#) 53.- Adjustment of the constant of a Conductivity controller (Reaction Curves).
4.6 UCPCV-CT. Set for Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Process Control:
54.- TDS control loops (Manual).
Conductivity and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) sensor. 55.- TDS control loops (On/Off).
Computer Control Software for Conductivity and TDS Process Control.(#) 56.- TDS control loops (Proportional).
57.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Integral).
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 58.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative).
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 59.- TDS control loops (Proportional + Derivative + Integral).
Dimensions(approx.)=UCPCV-UB. Unit: 500 x 1000 x 1000 mm. Weight: 40 Kg. 60.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Ziegler-Nichols).
61.- Adjustment of the constant of a TDS controller (Reaction Curves).
Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 12 Kg. 62.- Conductivity and TDS sensor calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/ 63-81.- Practices with PLC.
processcontrol/fundamentals/UCPCV.pdf
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UCP/FSS. Faults Simulation System (Process Control Unit)
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The "FAULTS" mode consists on causing several faults in Incorrect Calibration:
the unit normal operation. The student must find them
and solve them. 1.- Load the calibration error of the PH sensor.
There are several kinds of faults that can be grouped in 2.- Load the calibration error of the Level sensor.
the following sections: 3.- Load the calibration error of the Flow sensor.
Faults affecting the sensors measurement:
- An incorrect calibration is applied to them. 4.- Load the calibration error of the Temperature sensor.
In this case, the student should proceed to Non Linearity:
calibrate the affected sensor through the values 5.- Non inverse linearity of the pH sensor.
collection. 6.- Non quadratic linearity of the Level sensor.
- Non-linearity.
When we have the measures taken by the sensor, a 7.- Non quadratic linearity of the Flow sensor.
quadratic or inverse function is applied to them. 8.- No inverse linearity of the Temperature sensor.
Thus, the value measured will not be the real one, Interchange of actuators:
as in the case above mentioned, but when we 9.- Interchange the bombs AB-1 and AB-2 between them
calibrate again, the sensor will not operate linearly
and we will not be able to calibrate it by lest during the operations of the controls ON/OFF and
squares fits. PID. (Affected sensor: Level sensor).
Faults affecting the actuators: Reduction of an actuator response:
- Actuators canals interchange at any time during 10.- In the PID, the real response of the proportional valve is
the program execution.
This error does not admit any solution. half the amount calculated by the PID control. Thus,
- Response reduction of an actuator. the maximum real opening that will be able to reach is
By the reduction of the output voltage in analog 50%. (Affected sensor: Flow sensor).
outputs, we can get an response with a fraction of Inversion of the performance in ON/OFF controls:
what it should be, either with a manual execution 11.- In the ON/OFF control, the actuation sensor of the
or with any control type (ON/OFF, PID...).
Faults in the controls execution: AVS-1 is inverted, acting, thus, on the same way as the
- Inversion of the performance in ON/OFF controls. others 2 valves (for a good control, it should operate
The state of some actuator is inverted, when it the other way around to how the others 2 do it).
should be ON is OFF instead, and vice versa. The (Affected sensor: pH).
student should provide the correct operating logic. Reduction or increase of the calculated total response:
- Reduction or increase of the calculated total
response. 12.- In the PID, the real action in the resistance is half of the
We multiply by a factor the total response total calculated. (Affected sensor: Temperature sensor).
calculated by the PID, causing, thus, the The action of some controls is annulled:
reduction or increase of the action really applied 13.- The Integral control does not work. It is reduced to a PD
to the actuator, and the consequent instability of
the control. The student should notify it and try to control (Proportional-Derivative).
calculate this factor. 14.- The Derivative Control does not work. It is reduced to a
- The action of some controls is annulled. PI Control (Proportional-Integral).
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/ 15.- The Integral and Derivative controls do not work. They
catalogues/en/units/processcontrol/fundamentals/ are reduced to a Proportional Control.
UCP.pdf

UCP-P. Computer Controlled Process Control Unit for the Study of Pressure (Air)

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
1 Unit: UCP-P. Process Control Unit for the Study of Pressure (Air) 6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 UCP-P. Unit: 1.- Calculating the fluid flow in function
This unit basically consist of the following elements:
Pneumatic circuit consisting of a tank, valves, pressure sensors, pressure regulators and pressure manometers. of different pressure sensor.
For the pressure and flow control, a pneumatically operated control valve, an I/P converter and an absolute pressure sensor 2.- Calibration processes.
and a differential pressure sensor are used.
3.- Pressure sensor calibration. Study of
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements
in the real unit. the hysteresis curve.
2 Pressure regulators, one for controlling the pneumatically operated control valve and the second for suppling the necessary 4.- I/P converter calibration.
flow and/or pressure to the circuit that is to be adjusted.
I/P Converter. 5.- Identification of the pneumatic valve
On/off valves. Inlet/outlet valves. type.
Pneumatically operated control valve. 6.- Determination of the influence of the
Storage (air) tank, capacity: 2 l. flow rate of the conduction.
Absolute pressure sensor. Differential pressure sensor.
Diaphragm. Flow meter. 3 pressure manometers. 7.- Pressure control in conduction using
2 UCP-P/CIB. Control Interface Box : a PID controller.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 8.- Proportional control (P) characteristics.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 9.- Characteristics of a proportional
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID and integral control (P+I).
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 10.- Characteristics of a proportional
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, other electronic in the control interface, and the
third one in the control software. and derivative control (P+D).
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 11.- Optimization of the variables of a
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 PID controller.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 UCP-P/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 12.- Optimization of the variables of the
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up PID controller, flow control.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 13.- Flow rate control in conduction with
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
a PID controller.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)=Unit: 1000 x 500 x 600 mm. Weight: 20 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 175 mm. Weight: 5 Kg. 14-32.- Practices with PLC.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/processcontrol/fundamentals/UCP-P.pdf
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10. Process Control
CECI. Industrial Controllers Trainer
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Trainer for industrial process controllers. This trainer allows students the To study methods and terminology of
study and familiarisation with the function and operation of a industrial
process controller. process control:
Configurable digital controller: 1.- Closed loop control.
2 inputs, 1 output. Configurable as P, PI or PID controller. Proportional 2.- Static and dynamic transfer function.
gain Xp: 0 -999.9%. Integral action time Tn: 0-3600s. Derivative time Tv: 3.- To study the step response.
0-1200s. RS232 interface for configuration on computer (PC). 4.- Reference variable step.
Digital voltmeter: 0 -20V. To learn and to familiarise with a process
Signal generator with potentiometer. Reference variables generator: 2 controller:
voltages selectable. Output voltage: 0-10V.
Controlled system simulator: 5.- Configuration level.
Controlled system type: First order lag. Time constant: 20s. 6.- Parameter level.
All variables accessible as analog signals at lab jacks . 7.- Operation control levels.
Possibility of connection of external instruments via lab jacks (for example: Control parameters:
line recorder, plotter, oscilloscope...). 8.- Setting input channels.
Configuration software CD. Interface cable. Set of lab cables. 9.- Setting output channels.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 10.- To use computer (PC)-based
Dimensions (approx.)= 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 8 Kg. configuration tools.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ 11.- Scaling displays.
units/processcontrol/fundamentals/CECI.pdf

CRCI. Industrial Controllers Networking

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
This trainer enables to take the first steps in process automation using field 1.- Function of a digital industrial
buses. This trainer demonstrates the operation of a process control system controller.
based on a simple application. This trainer allows student the familiarisation
with the function and operation of an industrial process controller. 2.- Layout of a field bus system.
2 Digital process controllers, with field bus interface: To learn and to familiarise with the
operation and structure of a process
Configurable as P, PI or PID controller. Proportional gain Xp: 0-999.9%. control system under Profibus DP:
Integral action time Tn: 0-3600s. Derivative time Tv: 0- 1200s. 3.- Controller parameter setting via field
Controller parameter setting via field bus system. bus system.
2 Signal generators: 0-10V. Profibus DP interface card for computer (PC). 4.- Profibus DP field bus system.
Process variables as analog signals: 0-10V. All variables accessible as 5.- OPC (OLE for Process Control) server
analog signals at lab jacks. function.
Software CD with driver software, OPC server and process control software. 6.- Online controller parameters setting.
Possibility of connection of external instruments via lab jacks (for example: 7.- Master / slave assignment.
line recorder, oscilloscope, etc). Set of cables. 8.- To configure and display alarms.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 9.- Reading control variables and
Dimensions (approx.)=490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 12 Kg. displaying them online.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ 10.- Scaling displays.
units/processcontrol/fundamentals/CRCI.pdf 11.- Bus configuration.

CEAB. Trainer for Field Bus Applications

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
This Trainer is used to teach the initial or first steps in field bus tecnology
based on Profibus DP. The field bus permits networking terminal devices 1.- Operation and function of a digital
(controllers, actuators or sensors) in the plant system (field level) with the industrial controller.
control room (control level). 2.- Function of an analog input/outputs
Several devices (slaves) are activated and read by a computer (PC) with a module.
Profibus DP interface (master).
Different subjects or topics can be covered and studied: bus topology, 3.- Function of a digital input/output
system configurator with Device Master File “DMF”, communication module.
protocols, tags, OPC server, output and input process data, etc. 4.- Layout of a field bus system.
Digital process controller, with Profibus DP interface: 5.- Familiarisation with the field bus
Configurable as P, PI or PID controller. Proportional gain Xp:0-999.9%.
Derivative time Tv:0-1200s. Integral action time Tn: 0-3600s. stations.
Signal generators: 0-10V. Digital voltmeter: 0-20V. 6.- Defining the bus technology with the
Digital Profibus DP I module. Digital Profibus DP O module. Four digital stations.
inputs. Four digital outputs. 7.- Reading out and in, and online
Analog Profibus DP I module. Analog Profibus DP O module. Four analog displaying of analog and digital
inputs: 0-10V. Two analog outputs: 0-10V.
Profibus DP interface card for computer (PC). process variables.
Process variables as analog signals at lab jacks: 0-10V. 8.- Communication protocols.
Software CD with driver software, system configurator, OPC server and 9.- To define tags.
process control software.
Possibility of connection of external instruments via lab jacks (for example: 10.-Familiarisation with the device
chart recorder, oscilloscope, etc). Set of cables. master file “DMF”.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 11.-OPC server.
Dimensions (approx.)= 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 12 Kg. 12.-Access to the OPC database from
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ the process control program.
units/processcontrol/fundamentals/CEAB.pdf

CEAC. Controller Tuning Trainer

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Trainer for controller tuning. This unit permits the interaction between
controller and controlled system. The objective is that the closed control 1.- To use commonly applied tuning
loop, formed by the controller and the controlled system, to show the desired rules, such as Ziegler-Nichols.
optimum response. 2.- To study the difference between
With a simulation software the setting of controller parameters can be open and closed loop control.
practised safely. Closed and open loop control, step response, stability, 3.- Control loop comprising controller
disturbance and control response are demonstrated.
This trainer no needs real controlled systems, the controlled system is and controlled system.
simulated on a computer (PC) by the simulation program. In this program 4.- To determine the system parameters.
the most important types of controlled systems can be selected. 5.- Closed-loop control system response.
The process controller used can be easily configured from the computer 6.- Choice of optimum controller
(PC). The controller and the computer (PC) are connected by a data
acquisition card with AD and DA converters. parameters.
Configurable digital process controller, with interface: 7.- Stability, steady state and transient
Configurable as P, PI or PID controller. Proportional gain Xp: 0-999.9%. response.
Integral action time Tn: 0-3600s. Derivative time Tv: 0-1200s. 8.- Study and investigation of control
Interface for computer (PC). Data acquisition card for computer (PC). and disturbance response.
Simulation Software for controlled system models, such as 1st and 2nd order 9.- Study of the stability of the closed
lags, time-delayed systems etc. Controlled system simulation models with
proportional, integral, 1st order lag, 2nd order lag, time-delayed response, control loop.
non-linearity and limitation. 10.-Learning methods and terminology
Configuration software for process controller. Recording and evaluation of involved in process control.
time response on computer (PC). Set of cables. 11.-To adapt the process controller to
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. different controlled systems.
Dimensions (approx.)= 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 8 Kg.
12.-Use and practices with the
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ simulation software.
units/processcontrol/fundamentals/CEAC.pdf
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10. Process Control

CPIC. Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module
(Flow, Temperature, Level and Pressure)

Main Unit

Service Module
SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
1 Unit: CPIC. Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and (Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
Service Module (Flow, Temperature, Level and Pressure). - From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1.- Familiarisation with the different 30.- Level control loop (P+I+D).
1 CPIC. Unit:
components of the system and 31.- Adjust of the level controller
CPIC is a “Computerized Industrial Process Control Plant”, that offers, on a
reasonable laboratory scale, the different process and elements that are commonly their symbolic representation. constants (minimum area or
used by any kind the industry. It also shows the complexity that can take place while Identification of components and reduction rate).
controlling in processes the same variable. description of their functions.
32.- Adjust of the level controller
Metallic structure. Panels and main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the 2.- The auxiliary systems: air and constants (minimum disturbance
front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. hot water supply. criterion).
Main Unit contains the following elements: 3.- Flow sensors calibration.
Two pneumatics valves with Cv : 0.25. Actuator (I/P) from 0.2 to 1.0 bar for electric 33.- Adjust of the level controller
signal from 4 to 20 mA. 4.- Temperature sensors calibration. constants (minimum width
Two electronic valves for electric signal from 4 to 20mA. 5.- Level sensor calibration. criterion).
Twelve solenoid valves, normally closed. 6.- I/P converter calibration. 34.- Search of simple shortcomings in
Two solenoid valves, normally open, placed at the air loop and flow loop. level control loop.
7.- Flow control loop (on/off).
Three differential pressure sensors. 35.- Pressure control loop (on/off).
Five temperature sensors placed along the unit to control the temperature in 8.- Flow control loop (proportional).
different lines. 36.- Pressure control loop (proportional).
9.- Flow control loop (P+I).
One level sensor (effective length: 300 mm.). 37.- Pressure control loop (P+I).
10.- Flow control loop (P+D).
Four level switches. 38.- Pressure control loop (P+D).
Water pump: maximum water flow: 106 l./min. and maximum pressure: 7 bar. 11.- Flow control loop (P+I+D).
39.- Pressure control loop (P+I+D).
Stainless steel water tank: maximum capacity: 100 l. 12.- Adjust of the flow controller
Stainless steel tank: maximum capacity: 200 l., maximum pressure:16 bar. It has constants (Ziegler-Nichols). 40.- Adjust of the pressure controller
eight takings, but only six are used in this unit. In the upper part, there is a safety constants (minimum area or
13.- Adjust of the flow controller reduction rate).
valve that opens when the pressure exceeds 4 bar. Two takings are used to measure
constants (reaction curves).
the water height by the means of a differential pressure sensor. Other differential 41.- Adjust of the pressure controller
pressure sensor gives us the inner pressure. 14.- Search of simple shortcomings constants (minimum disturbance
Service Module contains the following elements: in the loop of flow control. criterion).
Heater unit: A tank with a maximum capacity of 80 litres and an electrical resistance 15.- Temperature control loop
of 1.2 kW as maximum electrical power, the temperature control is placed in the 42.- Adjust of the pressure controller
(on/off). constants (minimum width
electrical resistance. It has a safety valve and purge valve. The lower part of the unit
has an inlet pipe (cold water) and an outlet pipe (hot water). 16.- Temperature control loop criterion).
Compressor unit: Maximum pressure: 10 bar. This unit has a regulating valve with a (proportional). 43.- Search of simple shortcomings in
manometer to fix the outlet maximum pressure. 17.- Temperature control loop (P+I). the pressure control loop.
Water system: Water tank, capacity: 400 l. Water pump: 2500 l./h. The inlet pipe of 18.- Temperature control loop (P+D). 44.- The use of the controllers in
the tank has an automatic filling system. Drain valve in the water tank. cascade, exemplified with the
2 CPIC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
19.- Temperature control loop
(P+I+D). level/ flow control loop.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently
computer controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved 20.- Adjust of the temperature 45.- Adjust of cascade control
in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves controller constants (minimum constants (minimum area or
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the area or reduction rate). reduction rate).
keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID 21.- Adjust of the temperature 46.- Adjust of cascade control
control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at controller constants (minimum constants (minimum disturbance
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment criterion).
disturbance criterion).
and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in
the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one in the control software. 22.- Adjust of the temperature 47.- Adjust of cascade control
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: controller constants (minimum constants (minimum width
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 width criterion). criterion).
analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital 23.- Study of the retards for 48.- Search of simple shortcomings in
Inputs/Outputs. speed/distance, exemplified cascade control loop.
4 CPIC/CCSOF.PID Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management through the temperature control 49.- Practical operation of the control
Software: loop. plant to some wanted specific
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and
24.- Study of the energy lost in the values: transfers without
storage of data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the
temperature control loop. interferences.
registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 25.- Search of simple shortcomings 50.- Calculation of the fluid flow in
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. in temperature control loop. function of the differential
Dimensions (approx.)= pressure sensor.
26.- Level control loop (on/off).
-Main Unit: 5000 x 1500 x 2500 mm. Weight: 1000 Kg. 51-69.- Practices with PLC.
-Service Module: 2000 x 1500 x 2000 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. 27.- Level control loop (proportional).
-Control Interface: 490 x 450 x 470 mm. Weight: 20 Kg. 28.- Level control loop (P+I).
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/ 29.- Level control loop (P+D).
processcontrol/industrial/CPIC.pdf
Other available Units:
CPIC-C. Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only Flow)
CPIC-T. Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only Temperature)
CPIC-N. Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only Level)
CPIC-P. Computer Controlled Process Control Plant with Industrial Instrumentation and Service Module (only Pressure)

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Catalogue

five (5)

11. Chemical
Engineering
page

11.1. Chemical Engineering (Basic). 14-16

11.2. Chemical Engineering (General). 17-21
11.3. Chemical Reactors. 22-26
11.4. Chemical Process. 27-30
11.5. Chemical Process (Agronomical
Industry). 31
11.6. Chemical Process (Special). 32-33

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Equipment list
page page
11.1- Chemical Engineering (Basic) -QRC Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Trainer: 24-25

!QUSC Service Unit. (Common for the following Reactors type

-CAGC Computer Controlled Gas Absorption Column. 14 "QR..C").

-CAG Gas Absorption Column. Reactors

!QRCAC Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor.
-UELLC Computer Controlled Liquid-Liquid Extraction Unit. 14 !QRTC Tubular Flow Reactor.
!QRDC Batch Reactor.

11.Chemical Engineering
-UELL Liquid-Liquid Extraction Unit. !QRSC Stirred Tank Reactors in Series.
!QRLC Laminar Flow Reactor.
-UDCC Computer Controlled Continuous Distillation Unit. 15 !QRPC Plug Flow Reactor.
-UDCB Continuous Distillation Unit.
-QR Chemical Reactors Trainer:
-UDDC Computer Controlled Batch Distillation Unit. 16
!QUS Service Unit. (Common for the following Reactors type
-UDDB Batch Distillation Unit. "QR").

Reactors
!QRCA Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor.
11.2- Chemical Engineering (General) !QRT Tubular Flow Reactor.
!QRD Batch Reactor.
-UESLC Computer Controlled Solid-Liquid Extraction Unit. 17
!QRS Stirred Tank Reactors in Series.
!QRL Laminar Flow Reactor.
-UESLB Solid-Liquid Extraction Unit.
!QRP Plug Flow Reactor.
-EPAC Computer Controlled Rising Film Evaporator. 17
-QRCC Computer Controlled Catalytic Reactors. 26
-EPDC Computer Controlled Falling Film Evaporator. (Accessory for
EPAC). -QRCB Catalytic Reactors.

-EPAB Rising Film Evaporator.

11.4- Chemical Process
-EPDB Falling Film Evaporator. (Accessory for EPAB).
-EMLS Liquid/Solid Mixing Unit. 27
-EPDC/C Computer Controlled Falling Film Evaporator. 18
-EEC Corrosion Study Unit. 27
-EDPAC Computer Controlled Double Effect Rising Film 18
Evaporator. -ESED Sedimentation Study Unit. 27

-EDPDC Computer Controlled Double Effect Falling Film -QMS Solids Handling Study Unit. 28
Evaporator. (Accessory for EDPAC).
-LFFC Computer Controlled Fixed and Fluidised Bed Unit. 28
-EDPAB Double Effect Rising Film Evaporator.
-LFF Fixed and Fluidised Bed Unit.
-EDPDB Double Effect Falling Film Evaporator. (Accessory for
EDPAB). -QEDC Computer Controlled Batch Solvent Extraction and 29
Desolventising Unit.
-CAPC Computer Controlled Wetted Wall Gas Absorption 19
Column. -TFUC Computer Controlled Continuous and Batch Filtration 29
Unit.
-QDTLC Computer Controlled Liquid Mass Transfer and Diffusion 19
Coefficient Unit. -TFUB Continuous and Batch Filtration Unit.

-QDTL Liquid Mass Transfer and Diffusion Coefficient Unit. -EFLPC Computer Controlled Deep Bed Filter Unit. 30

-QDTGC Computer Controlled Gaseous Mass Transfer and 20 -EFLP Deep Bed Filter Unit.
Diffusion Coefficient Unit.
-EII Ion Exchange Unit. 30
-QDTG Gaseous Mass Transfer and Diffusion Coefficient Unit.

-QCCC Computer Controlled Cracking Column. 20 11.5- Chemical Process (Agronomical Industry)

-QUCC Computer Controlled Crystallisation Unit. 21 -SBANC Computer Controlled Tray Drier. 31
-QUCB Crystallisation Unit. -SSPC Computer Controlled Spray Drier. 31
-QALFC Computer Controlled Fixed Bed Adsorption Unit. 21 -SSP Spray Drier.

11.3-Chemical Reactors
11.3-
11.6- Chemical Process (Special)
-QRQC Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Training 22-23 -PLGC Computer Controlled Gas Washing Processing Plant. 32
System:
-PPDAC Computer Controlled Water Demineralization and 32
•QRUBI Base Service Unit. (Common for the following Reactors Processing Plant.
type "QR").
-EPIRC Computer Controlled Pyrolysis Unit. 33

Reactors
!QRIA Isothermal Reactor with Stirrer.
!QRIA/D Isothermal Reactor with Distillation.
!QRFT Tubular Flow Reactor.
!QRAD Adiabatic and Isothermal Reactor.
!QRSA Reactors with Stirrer in Series.

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CAGC. Computer Controlled Gas Absorption Column

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
11.Chemical Engineering

6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

Unit: CAGC. Gas Absorption Column

1
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 CAGC. Unit: 1.- Study of the basic principles of the
The gas absorption column(CAGC) is an unit designed for studying hydrodynamics and absorption processes in packed
columns. The installation absorbs CO2 from an air mixture into an aqueous solution flowing down the column. absorption of a gas into a liquid
Packed column consists of a glass cylindrical column of 1400 mm of height and 75 mm of internal diameter, filled with Raschig using a packed column.
rings of 8mm diameter. Liquid circuit (water) and gas circuit (air and CO2).
The liquid, that is stored in a PVC glass tank (40 litres capacity), is impelled towards the column with the help of a centrifugal 2.- Gas stream analysis.
pump, computer controlled. The water flow that arrives in each moment to the column is measured with a flow sensor. Water 3.- PID control system.
flow is controlled by PID control. The liquid feeds to the column through its upper end via one glass diffusion shower that
assures an uniform distribution in the filler. After crossing the column, the liquid effluent is returned to the storage tank in which 4.- S t u d y o f t h e h y d r o d y n a m i c
there are a control flow valve and one sampler. characteristics of a packed column.
Compressor (blower), computer controlled. The gas (CO2 or ammonia) is supplied by a cylinder, type bottle. The both gas
flows are measured by sensors. Differential pressure sensors. Mixing system of 2 gases streams. 5.- Study of the hysteresis in the water
A measuring of CO2 equipment, that allows to determine the concentration of this gas in the currents originating from the flow sensor.
upper and cental parts of the column. It is formed by:
A glass syringe dedicated to extract the specific quantities of a sample to be analysed. 6.- Determination of the drag and
Two glass tanks located at different heights and interconnected. They contain an aqueous solution of KOH, in which the flooding flows.
contained CO2 will be absorbed in the sample of gas to analyze.
3 way-valves to direct the gaseous currents during the analysis process. Connection elements. 7.- Determination of the mass transfer
2 CAGC/CIB. Control Interface Box : coefficient.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 8.- Checking of the mass balances.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 9.- Demonstration of methods of gas
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters,
at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters and liquid quantitative analysis.
involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one in the control 10.- Investigations of the variables
software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: influencing the effectiveness of the
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 absorption.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 CAGC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity 11.- Sensors calibration.
up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 12.- Determination of the air flow.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1000 x 740 x 2600 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 13.- Head loss in the column.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 14-32.- Practices with PLC.
chemicalengineeringbasic/CAGC.pdf

UELLC. Computer Controlled Liquid-Liquid Extraction Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: UELLC. Liquid-Liquid Extraction Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 UELLC. Unit: 1.- Performance in continuous or
The UELLC is an unit, at laboratory scale, designed for studying the separation of liquid mixtures by contact with a solvent. discontinuous.
Anodized aluminium and steel structure. Diagram in the front panel. Jacketed glass packed column of 1200 mm of longitude 2.- Acid-bases valuation.
and 50 mm of internal diameter, with two enlargement pieces with 2 l. of capacity at the ends, packed with 9 mm glass 3.- Obtaining of the binodal curve.
Raschig rings; in this column the extraction process is carried out. Jacketed glass packed column of 500 mm of longitude and 4.- Material balances.
25 mm of internal diameter, packed with 3 mm glass Raschig rings; this column is used to the distillation process. Coolant 5.- Flooding velocity calculation of the
column and elbow. Boiler with 5 l of capacity for the distillation, heated by an adjustable electric heating mantle, with control column.
of the temperature. 5 Pyrex tanks with 10 l. of capacity for the feeding, the refined, the solvent, the extract and the solute. 2 6.- Height interphase regulation.
Dosing pumps (computer controlled). Security devices in the pumps. Flow meters to measure of feeding and solvent. 5 Force 7.- Determination of the critical point
sensors to measure the mass in the five tanks (feeding, refined, solvent, extract and solute). On this way the level can be existence.
calculated. 2 Temperature sensors to measure the temperature in the column head and control of boiler temperature. 2 8.- Volumetric coefficient of material transfer.
Pressure switches. 7 Sample takings, distributed between all the circuits of the unit. 9.- Work in discontinuous regarding the
2 UELLC/CIB. Control Interface Box : solvent.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 10.- Work in discontinuous regarding the
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time supply.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 11.- Study of the extraction process for
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, industrial processes.
at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters 12.- Analysis of the hydrodynamic liquid-
involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, other electronic in the control interface and, the third one in the liquid system.
control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 13.- Effect of the temperature in the
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 liquid-liquid extraction process.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 14.- Studies of efficiency of the extraction.
4 UELLC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 15.- Solvent recovery effectiveness
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to calculation.
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 16.- Distillation process control study.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 17.- Use of other combinations.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)=Unit: 1400 x 700 x 1800 mm. Weight: 90 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm Weight: 10 Kg. 18.- Calibration of the pumps.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 19.- Sensors calibration.
chemicalengineeringbasic/UELLC.pdf
20-38.- Practices with PLC.

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 14

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UDCC. Computer Controlled Continuous Distillation Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

3 4
2

11.Chemical Engineering
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: UDCC. Continuous Distillation Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 UDCC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
1.- Preparation of solutions.
EDIBON's distillation unit (UDCC) is one of the most powerful laboratory tools, for the study of the variables that affect the
2.- Analytic valuation techniques.
distillation process. The student can investigate the principles that rule the material and energy transference, as well as
determine optima operation point to carry out a big quantity of separations. 3.- Filling of the column.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 4.- Batch operation. Continuous
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. operation.
Sieve Plates Column with 8 plates with temperature taking (sensor) and sample in every plate. 50 mm. internal diameter and 5.- Obtaining the McCabe-Thiele
1000 mm. length. Vacuumed, silver-plated and double transparent band for vision. diagram. Without reflux.
It allows continuous operation and batch operation.
6.- Obtaining the number of plates.
Column head with temperature taking, conical output for distilled product and ball refrigerator. Without reflux.
Column head with a valve for the steam distribution.
7.- Efficiency calculations. Without
2 l. Boiler (with sample outputs), with heating mantle (computer controlled) with adjustable power. reflux.
2 l. Distillation collector of graduated glass.
8.- Variation of the composition of the
Liebig-West coolant. distilled product: constant reflux
Feeding system in continuous with preheating (heating resistance, computer controlled) at the specified temperature and a ratio.
pump (computer controlled).
9.- Constant composition of the
Feed vessel, 10 l. capacity. distilled product: variation of reflux
Adjustable vacuum pump (computer controlled). ratio.
Temperature measurement system. 10.- Constant composition of the
Sensors: distilled product: constant reflux
15 temperature sensors. Flow sensor. Differential pressure sensor. ratio.
Solenoid valve, computer controlled. 11.- Continuos feeding of the column.
The computer control system acts directly on: 12.- Mass and energy balances across
The temperature of the heating resistances. the system.
The feeding temperature. 13.- Plates fluid dynamics studies,
The solenoid valve (reflux ratio). including load loss and column
The vacuum pump. flooding.
The feeding pump. 14.- Study of the feed temperature effect
on the continuos processes.
Optional Columns (available other 5 different columns): 15.- Calculation of the theoretical
- CAR1. Raschig Rings Column. number of floors in the plates
- C8P1. 8 Plates Type Column (1 Temperature point). columns, and the equivalent height
- C10P10. 10 Plates Type Column (10 Temperature points). of the theoretical floor (HEPT) in the
Raschig rings columns.
- C14P14. 14 Plates Type Column (14 Temperature points).
- C20P20. 20 Plates Type Column (20 Temperature points). 16.- Pursuit of the temperatures in all
plates in the column (Plates
2 UDCC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
columns).
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. 17.- Study of the rectification efficiency
at different pressures.
Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves representation.
All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external 18.- Effect of feed pre-heat.
interferences. 19.- Effect of feed position.
Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment during the 20.- Demonstration of azeotropic
process. distillation.
Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the process.
21.- Work different heating contribution
3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. with regulation by the computer.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
22.- Studies of heating interchange in
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 glass refrigerators.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 UDCC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. 23.- Dosing pump calibration.
Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation 24.- Temperature sensors calibration.
in real time.
25.- Flow sensor calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
26.- Pressure sensor calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 900 x 600 x 2600 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 450 x 470 mm. Weight: 20 Kg. 27.- Study of PID controls.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 28-47.- Practices with PLC.
chemicalengineeringbasic/UDCC.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 15 www.edibon.com

 10 11.1- Chemical Engineering (Basic)
UDDC. Computer Controlled Batch Distillation Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Data Software for:
11.Chemical Engineering

Control Acquisition - Computer Control

Interface Box Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: UDDC. Batch Distillation Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 UDDC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
1.- Preparation of solutions.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel.
2.- Analytic valuation techniques.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
3.- Filling of the column.
Sieve Plates Column with 8 plates with one temperature taking and sample, 50 mm. internal diameter and 1000 mm length.
Vacuumed, silver-plated and double transparent band for vision. 4.- Batch operation.
Column head with temperature taking and conical output for distilled product. 5.- Obtaining the McCabe-Thiele
Column head with a valve for the steam distribution. diagram. Without reflux.
2 l. Boiler (with sample outputs) with heating mantle, computer controlled. 6.- Obtaining the number of plates.
Without reflux.
Boiler temperature computer controlled. Temperature PID control.
2l. Distillation collector of graduated glass. 7.- Efficiency calculations. Without
reflux.
Refrigerator.
8.- Variation of the composition of the
Temperature measurement system. distilled product: constant reflux
Sensors: ratio.
7 Temperature sensors. Flow sensor. Differential pressure sensor. 9.- Constant composition of the
distilled product: variation of reflux
Working temperature: Ambient temperature up to 125°C.
ratio.
Solenoid valve, computer controlled.
10.- Constant composition of the
The computer control system acts directly on: distilled product: constant reflux
The temperature of the heating resistance (heating mantle) and the solenoid valve (reflux ratio). ratio.
11.- Mass and energy balances across
the system.
Optional Columns: (available other 5 different columns):
12.- Plates fluid dynamics studies,
-CAR1. Raschig Rings Column.
including load loss and column
-C8P8. 8 Plates Type Column (8 Temperature points). flooding.
-C10P10. 10 Plates Type Column (10 Temperature points). 13.- Calculation of the theoretical
-C14P14. 14 Plates Type Column (14 Temperature points). number of floors in the plates
columns, and the equivalent height
-C20P20. 20 Plates Type Column (20 Temperature points). of the theoretical floor ( HEPT) in the
2 UDDC/CIB. Control Interface Box : Raschig rings columns.

With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 14.- Pursuit of the temperatures in all
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. plates in the column (Plates
columns).
Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves representation.
15.- Study of the rectification efficiency.
All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external
interferences. 16.- Demonstration of azeotropic
Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment during the distillation.
process. 17.- Work different heating contribution
Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. with regulation by the computer.
3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 18.- Studies of heating interchange in
glass refrigerators.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 Other possible practices:
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 19.- Temperature sensors calibration.
4 UDDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
20.- Flow sensor calibration.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data.
21.- Pressure sensor calibration.
Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation
in real time. 22-40.- Practices with PLC.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 900 x 500 x 2800 mm. Weight: 170 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm Weight: 10 Kg.

More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/

chemicalengineeringbasic/UDDC.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 16

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UESLC. Computer Controlled Solid-Liquid Extraction Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Acquisition - Computer Control

11.Chemical Engineering
Interface Box Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: UESLC. Solid-Liquid Extraction Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 UESLC. Unit: 1.- Demonstration of the operation of a
The “UESLC” is a laboratory-scale unit, designed for studying the separation of a soluble fraction from a solid with the help of continuous multiple stage process.
a solvent in a continuous multistage and countercurrent way. 2.- Closed circuit percolation extraction
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Feed liquid (batch reaction).
vessel. Product liquid vessel. Feed hopper with feed endless screw for solids. Motor for feed endless screw. Main rotary 3.- Open loop percolation extraction
extraction vessel with 8 cells of extraction. Motor for the rotation of the main extraction vessel. Variable rotation speed. 3 (continuous operation).
Sprinklers. Solid products exit. 3 Decanting filters. 4 Conductivity sensors. 4 Temperature sensors. 3 Heating resistances, 4.- Investigation of one, two and three
computer controlled. 3 Safety thermostats. 3 Peristaltic pumps, computer controlled. Circulation valves. stage continuous processes.
2 UESLC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
5.- Investigation into effect of solvent
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous temperatures.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 6.- Investigation into effect of solvent
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID flow rates.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 7.- Investigation into effect of processing
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third time.
one in the control software. 8.- Process economics. Process efficiency.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 9.- Mass balances.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 10.- Influence of the particle size.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 11.- Influence of the stages numbers.
4 UESLC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 12.- Influence of the solvent type.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 13.- Extractions of inorganic and aqueous
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. components.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
14.- Test of extractions for industrial use.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 705 x 570 x 1680 mm. Weight : 120 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. Other possible practices:
15.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 16-34.- Practices with PLC.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/UESLC.pdf

EPAC. Computer Controlled Rising Film Evaporator

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EPAC. Rising Film Evaporator

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
1 EPAC. Unit: Items supplied as standard 1.- Evaporation velocity calculation.
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Evaporation 2.- Study of evaporation velocity in
double jacket column, with a heating surface of 0.122m3, 30mm of internal dia., 60 mm of external dia. and 1300 mm of function of the working conditions.
length. Membrane dosing pump, computer controlled, with flow control. Single effect vacuum pump, computer controlled. 3 3.- Study of the relation between the
Tanks(10 l) (for feeding, concentrated and evaporated). 2 Graduated vessels (500 ml) for the storage of concentrated and condensed product and the
evaporated product. Coil coolant with length of 400 mm. Heating resistance, computer controlled. High safety pressure cut evaporated product.
out. Sensors: 10 of temperature, 1 of flow, 3 of force (level) and 2 of pressure. Solenoid valve, computer controlled. 4.- Study of the mass balance for the solute.
5.- Study of the mass balance for the water.
Optional accessory: (not included in the standard supply) 6.- Energy balance in the evaporation unit.
EPDC. Computer Controlled Falling Film Evaporator (for adding to EPAC). 7.- Energy balance in the tubular
2 EPAC/CIB. Control Interface Box : refrigerator.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 8.- Determination of the global heat
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real transfer coefficient.
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 9.- Determination of the CI coefficient
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID for a tubular refrigerator.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 10.- Investigation of effect of varying
process parameters such as: vacuum,
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one flow rate, temperature, recycle rate.
in the control software. 11.- Heat transfer measurements and
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: calculation.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 12.- Heating efficiency determination.
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 13.- Efficiency determination of the steam
4 EPAC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: used in the process.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 14.- S t e a m g e n e r a t o r e f f i c i e n c y
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. determination.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Other possible practices:
15.- Temperature sensors calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 16.- Force sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1000 x 805 x 2300 mm. Weight: 115 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 17.- Pressure sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 18.- Feed pump calibration.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/EPAC.pdf 19-37.- Practices with PLC.
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 17 www.edibon.com
 10 11.2- Chemical Engineering (General)
EPDC/C. Computer Controlled Falling Film Evaporator

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
11.Chemical Engineering

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EPDC/C. Falling Film Evaporator SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard 1.- Determination of the capacity of the
1 EPDC/C. Unit: evaporator.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel 3with similar distribution to the elements 2.- Study of the capacity of the evaporator
in the real unit. Evaporation double jacket column, with a heating surface of 0.122 m , 30 mm. of internal diameter, 60 mm. in function of the work conditions.
of external diameter and 1300 mm. of length. Membrane dosing pump, computer controlled. Single effect vacuum pump, 3.- Study of the relation between
condensed and evaporated product.
computer controlled. Three 10 l. tanks (for feeding, concentrated and evaporated). Two 500 ml. graduated vessels for the 4.- Verification of the global mass
storage of concentrated and evaporated product. Liebing West condenser. Heating resistance, computer controlled, range: balance of the system.
300W. Automatic temperature control. High safety pressure cut out for pressure control in the column. Sensors: 10 5.- Study of the mass balance for the solute.
temperature sensors, 1 flow sensor, 3 force sensors, 2 pressure sensors. Solenoid valve, computer controlled. 6.- Verification of the mass balance for
2 EPDC/C/CIB. Control Interface Box : the water.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 7.- Determination of the concentration
of a sugar solution.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 8.- Calculation of the enthalpy of the
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to volatile vapours.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 9.- Calculation of the mass of steam used by
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of means of an energy balance calculation.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 10.- Determination of the economy of the
one in the control software. evaporator.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
11.- Determination of the efficiency of the
steam generator.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 12.- Investigation of the effects of varying the
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. process parameters such as: vacuum,
4 EPDC/C/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: flow rate, temperature, etc.
13.- Concentration of fruit juices and
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up vegetable extracts.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 14.- Obtaining concentrated milk.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. Other possible practices:
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 15.- Temperature sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1000 x 805 x 2500 mm. Weight :115 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 16.- Force sensors calibration.
17.- Pressure sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 18.- Feeding pump calibration.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/EPDC-C.pdf 19-37.- Practices with PLC.

EDPAC. Computer Controlled Double Effect Rising Film Evaporator

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EDPAC. Double Effect Rising Film Evaporator

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard 1.- Heating efficiency calculation.
1 EDPAC. Unit:
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 2.- Sugared solution concentration.
3.- Evaporation velocity determination.
2 Evaporation double jacket columns with a heating area of 0.122 m2, 30 mm inner dia., 60 mm outer dia. and length of 4.- Study of the evaporation velocity in
1300 mm. 2 Membrane dosing pumps, computer controlled. Simple effect vacuum pump, computer controlled. Five 10 litre function of the working conditions.
tanks (feed, concentrated and evaporated). Four 500 ml graduated vessel for collecting concentrated and evaporated 5.- Study of the relation between condensed
product. 2 Coil coolants with length of 400 mm. 2 High safety pressure cut out for pressure control in the columns. Sensors: and evaporated product.
16 of temperature, 1 of flow, 2 of pressure and 5 of force (level). 300 W immersion heating resistance, computer controlled. 6.- Study of the mass balance for the solute.
Solenoid valves, computer controlled. 7.- Study of the mass balance for the solvent.
The unit allows to work with several configurations: 8.- Energy balance in the evaporation unit.
a) Columns receive steam from the generator in an independent way. 9.- Energy balance in the tubular refrigerator.
b) Steam from the first column´s jacket can be used to heat the second column. 10.-Heat transfer global coefficient
OPTIONAL Accessory: (not included in the standard supply) determination.
-EDPDC. Computer Controlled Double Effect Falling Film Evaporator (for adding to EDPAC). 11.-Coefficient determination for a
tubular refrigerator.
2 EDPAC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 12.-Study of the mass balance for the
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous solute in one column.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 13.-Fruit juices and vegetable extracts
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to concentration.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 14.-Concentrated milk obtaining.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 15.-Efficiency determination of the steam
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third used in the process.
one in the control software. 16.-S t e a m g e n e r a t o r e f f i c i e n c y
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: determination.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 17.-Investigation of effect of varying process
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. parameters such as: vacuum, flow rate,
4 EDPAC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
temperature, recycle rate.
18.-Heat transfer measurements and
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up calculation.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. Other possible practices:
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 19.-Temperature Sensors Calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 20.-Force Sensors Calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 2300 x 1000 x 2300 mm. Weight :200 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 21.-Pressure Sensors Calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 22.-Feed Pumps Calibration.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/EDPAC.pdf 23-41.- Practices with PLC.
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 18
11.2- Chemical Engineering (General)
CAPC. Computer Controlled Wetted Wall Gas Absorption Column

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management

11.Chemical Engineering
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: CAPC. Wetted Wall Gas Absorption Column SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 CAPC. Unit: 1.- Absorption process study.
Unit used for demonstration and determination of liquid film mass transfer coefficients. This unit examines absorption of 2.- Calculation of liquid film mass
oxygen from air into deoxygenated water. transfer coefficients.
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel. Wetted wall column of glass, with water inlet and outlet sections,
height: 900 mm, internal dia.: 32 mm. Feed pump of the absorption column. Air flow sensor. Water flow sensor. 3.- Variation of coefficient with mass
Deoxygenating column of transparent acrylic material, height: 1570 mm, internal dia.: 25mm. Deoxygenerator feed pump. flow rate.
Oxygen meter and oxygen analysis probes (saturation, concentration, temperature). Air pump. Water tank, capacity 50 l. 4.- Variation of oxygen flow rate to
approx. determine power law relationship.
2 CAPC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 5.- The system chosen for the experiment
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous is the absorption of oxygen into free
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time water. In this system the solubility and
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to enthalpy of solution are small and by
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of saturating the inlet air with water,
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third humidification effects are eliminated.
one in the control software. Thus it is possible to maintain
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: reasonably the isothermal conditions
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 throughout the column.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 6.- These experiments allow a power
4 CAPC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: law relationship to be calculated.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 7.- Effect of water flow rate.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 8.- Effect of oxygen flow rate.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1000 x 500 x 2500 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 9.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 10-28.- Practices with PLC.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/CAPC.pdf

QDTLC. Computer Controlled Liquid Mass Transfer and Diffusion Coefficient Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: QDTLC. Liquid Mass Transfer and Diffusion

Coefficient Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 QDTLC. Unit: 1.- Fick´s law application to calculate
This unit allows to students to familiarise with the notions of mass transfer theory, specially about the diffusion in liquid the diffusivity.
systems, obtaining experimental data and results which are very useful for a correct practice understanding of the process and
consequently, for the technical teaching of the students. 2.- Direct measurement of mass
Transparent liquid tank (experimentation vessel), capacity: 2.5 litres. transfer rates.
Magnetic stirrer (computer controlled) (range: 0-300 r.p.m.) and magnet.
Conductivity cell and conductivity sensor. Temperature sensor. Diffusion cell. 3.- Determination of molar density rate.
Thermostatic bath, including: water bath, capacity: 8 litres; heating resistance (500 W), computer controlled; level switch; 4.- Effect of concentration of diffusion
temperature sensor.
2 QDTLC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
coefficients.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- Simple analysis of a first order
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered unsteady state process.
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of
the PID parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real 6.- Concentration and conductivity
time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the relation.
third one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 7.- Study the effect of the temperature
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 on diffusion coefficients.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 QDTLC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 8.- Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
9-27.- Practices with PLC.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 500 x 370 x 500 mm. Weight: 20 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/
chemicalengineeringgeneral/QDTLC.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 19 www.edibon.com

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QDTGC. Computer Controlled Gaseous Mass Transfer and Diffusion Coefficient Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
11.Chemical Engineering

(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)

- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: QDTGC. Gaseous Mass Transfer

and Diffusion Coefficient Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 QDTGC. Unit: 1.- Fick´s law application to calculate
The QDTGC is a teaching unit that allows to students familiarise with the notions of mass transfer theory, specifically about the diffusivity.
the diffusion of a volatile liquid into an inert gas, obtaining experimental data and results which are very useful for a correct
practice understanding of the process and, consequently, for the technical teaching of the students.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements 2.- Direct measurement of mass transfer
in the real unit. rates.
A precision glass capillary tube (a narrow vertical tube with a known inside diameter). Air pump with air regulation, computer
controlled (range: 1-7 l./min.). Travelling optic system with accurate focus adjustment and mounted for vertical axis 3.- Determination of molar density
movement. Distance measurement by displacement sensor. transfer rate.
A thermostatically controlled water transparent-sided Bath, capacity: 36 litres.
Heating resistance (500 W), computer controlled. 2 Temperature sensors. Level switch. 4.- Study of the effect of temperature on
2 QDTGC/CIB. Control Interface Box : diffusion coefficients.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real 5.- Use of gas laws to calculate
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of concentration differences in terms of
the PID parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real partial pressures.
time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the
third one in the control software. 6.- G r a p h i c r e p r e s e n t a t i o n of
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: concentration profiles.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. Other possible practices:
4 QDTGC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 7.- Sensors calibration.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
8-26.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 600 x 570 x 570 mm. Weight: 30 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/
chemicalengineeringgeneral/QDTGC.pdf

QCCC. Computer Controlled Cracking Column

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: QCCC. Cracking Column

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 QCCC. Unit: 1.- Carry out cracking reactions.
The QCCC unit for cracking and distilling oil is a complete lab tool that allows to the students to carry out a cracking 2.- Influence of the temperature in the Ricinoleic
reaction, and the study and the control of different variables that condition it. Also, the production cycle will be completed Acid cracking reaction (gradual increment
by means of a separation, purification and analysis of the obtained products in that cracking reaction. of temperature).
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel. 3.- Influence of the temperature in the
Ricinoleic Acid cracking reaction (sudden
Glass elements made of “Pyrex” of high thermal and mechanical resistance. 1 l. Reactor flask, with discharge key. increment of temperature).
Reactor´s cap, with 4 inlets. Distillation column. Stirring rod with stirring lock , that assures a perfect insulation of the 4.- Influence of the pressure in the Ricinoleic
system. Graduated filling funnel. Heating through electrical heating mantle, computer controlled. Maximum working Acid pyrolysis reaction (working pressure
temperature: 300 ºC. Liebig-West condenser with interchangeable fittings. Decantation funnel, V=500ml. Vacuum pump, too low).
computer controlled. Vacuum trap. Pressure and temperature intakes placed in the main points of the system. 4 5.- Influence of pressure in the Ricinoleic Acid
Temperature sensors. 2 Pressure sensors. pyrolysis reaction (low working pressure).
2 QCCC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 6.- Work with different heating gradients,
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous regulated through the computer.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 7.- Work with different pressures, regulated
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to through the computer.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 8.- Pitch as a catalyst.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 9.- Simple distillation. Separation in its
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third components of the product mixture of
one in the control software. cracking.
10.- Heptanal purification.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 11.- Undecylenic acid purification.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 12.-Application of samples on TLC plates.
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 13.-Thin layer chromatography plates analysis.
4 QCCC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 14.-Study of several parameters that influence
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up the analysis by thin layer chromatography.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 15.-Other simple practices as calibration of
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. instruments, preparation of samples, etc.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
16.-Sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1000 x 470 x 1070 mm. Weight: 75 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 17.-Cleaning the system.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 18.-Monogram of pressure.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/QCCC.pdf 19-37.- Practices with PLC.
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 20
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QUCC. Computer Controlled Crystallisation Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories

11.Chemical Engineering
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: QUCC. Crystallisation Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 QUCC. Unit: 1.- Understanding the principles of
QUCC is an unit to demonstrate the solution cooling crystallisation. EDIBON has developed this unit to carry out the
crystallisation reaction study of those components whose solubility changes with the temperature. solution cooling crystallisation.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel. Crystallisator composed of jacketed 2.- Study of crystall size distribution.
reactor made in glass (1 litre of capacity), which includes temperature sensors and stirrer. Batch operation. Variable speed
stirrer, computer controlled. The crystallisation reactor is thermally controlled by means of heated water circulating in the
reactor jacket. PID control over the reactor temperature. Thermostatic bath of 600W, with feed water impulsion pump, 3.- Mass and energy balancing.
computer controlled. Water flow sensor. 4 two way valves to allow the water circulation, according to the process. 3
Temperature sensors. Pressure regulation valve to protect the installation. Conductivity cell to measure the solution 4.- Batch operation.
conductivity (conductivity sensor). 3 sieves of different light size: 0.5 mm/1 mm/2 mm. 2 litres vessel to collect the crystals.
Optional (NOT included in the supply): 5.- Evaluation of crystallisation
- QUCC/C. Continuous Feed Unit. efficiency and crystallisation kinetics.
2 QUCC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 6.- Study of the effect of agitation rate.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 7.- Study of the effect of cooling rate.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 8.- Operation in continuous (optional, if
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one the unit “QUCC/C” is acquired).
the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: Other possible practices:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 9.- Sensors calibration.
4 QUCC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 10-28.- Practices with PLC.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1000 x 550 x 700 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/
chemicalengineeringgeneral/QUCC.pdf

QALFC. Computer Controlled Fixed Bed Adsorption Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
1 Unit: QALFC. Fixed Bed Adsorption Unit
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 QALFC. Unit:
QALFC Unit demonstrates the adsorption of a solute (carbon dioxide) from a binary gas mixture onto the surface of a solid 1.- Study of Adsorption/Desorption
adsorbent (activated carbon). It introduces users to the fundamentals of adsorption and desorption processing using a processes under different operational
packed fixed bed adsorption column. conditions such as: temperature, flow
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements rates, pressure, molar fraction.
in the real unit.
Packed fixed bed adsorption column, in which the adsorbent, activated carbon, is packed: stainless steel jacket for 2.- Study of the Solute Movement Theory
temperature control, bed of glass balls for good gas distribution and steady-state temperature maintenance, temperature model which describes the
sensors sited along the length of the column, gas distribution plate at inlet to the column. adsorption-desorption process.
A hot water circulation system, including a temperature sensor, is connected to the column jacket to enable temperature
control by a PID temperature control. Valves for flow direction and flow rate control. Pressure relief valve for safety. Flow 3.- Breakthrough curves of temperature
sensors for measurement of flow rate of both the carrier gas, helium and the adsorbate, carbon dioxide. IR detector for profiles during the process.
measuring CO2 concentration. Gas feed flow rate can be controlled. 4.- Analysis of the breakthrough curves of
2 QALFC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
CO2 during the adsorption and
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time desorption/regeneration processes.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 5.- Study of the quasi-isothermal regime at
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID low concentrations and pressures.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one Study of effect of these variables.
in the control software. 6.- Study of the formation of the
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: compressive and dispersive fronts in
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 adsorption processes.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 QALFC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 7.- Obtaining of the adsorption equilibrium
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up isotherm of CO2 from the desorption
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. curve.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1000 x 600 x 700 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 8.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/ 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
chemicalengineeringgeneral/QALFC.pdf
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 21 www.edibon.com
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QRQC. Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Training System:

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 ( )
1 QRUBI. Base Service Unit Control Data Computer Control
Interface Box Acquisition Sotfware for each
5 Cables and Accessories Board Chemical Reactor
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
11.Chemical Engineering

(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)

- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

4 Chemical Reactors available to be used with the Base Service Unit:

4.1 QRIA. Isothermal Reactor 4.2 QRIA/D. Isothermal 4.3 QRFT. Tubular 4.4 QRAD. Adiabatic 4.5 QRSA. Reactors with
with Stirrer ( ) Reactor with Distillation ( ) Flow Reactor ( ) and Isothermal Reactor ( ) Stirrer in Series ( )

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Common items for Chemical Reactors type ”QR”:
1 QRUBI. Base Service Unit:
This unit is common for Chemical Reactors and can work with one or several reactors. It supplies all the
services for the operation of each reactor.
2 Dosing pumps. 3 Tanks of 10 l.: two for the reagents and the other for the products. 2 Flow meters for
liquids, flow range: 0.7-7 and 0.54-5.4 l/h. Flow meter for gas, max. flow of 1440N l/h and max.
pressure of 0.5Kg cm-2. Thermostatic bath of 9 l. that regulates the temperature . Level switch. A pump,
computer controlled, to impeller the water that comes from the thermostatic bath and goes to the
reactor. Temperature sensor to get the temperature of the reactor in a continuos way. Temperature
control thought the computer. Control system of the reaction. Conductivity cell and conductimeter,
connected to the control interface.
Dimensions (approx.)= 1100 x 1000 x 980 mm. Weight: 100 Kg.
2 QRQC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
This is common for Chemical Reactors and can work with one or several reactors. It has a process
diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled.
Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors
involved in the process. Real time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any
time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control
with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment during the
process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved
in the process. 3 safety levels: one mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software.
Dimensions (approx.): 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2
Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.

4 Chemical Reactors:

PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
4.1 QRIA. Isothermal Reactor with Stirrer:
Practices to be done with the Isothermal Reactor with
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Stirrer (QRIA):
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 1.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
2.- Discontinuous operation. Obtaining of the reaction
Reactor insulated made of Pyrex-glass, with a maximum volume of 2 litres. order respect to ethyl-acetate. Initial velocity method.
Inlets of reagents. Outlet of products. Conductivity cell conecction. Water outlet. Water inlet. 3.- Discontinuous operation. Obtaining of the reaction order
respect to sodium hydroxide. Initial velocity method.
Temperature sensor connection. Gas inlet. Gas outlet. 4.- Discontinuous operation. Velocity Constant Computation.
Agitation system with agitation speed control and indication from 0 to 2000 rpm. Constant sodium hydroxide initial concentration.
5.- Discontinuous Operation. Velocity Constant Computation.
Temperature sensor. Conductivity sensor. Constant ethyl-acetate initial concentration.
Safety, easy and quick connections. 6.- Velocity equation formulation.
7.- Discontinuous Operation. Variation of the kinetic
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. constant with temperature. Arrhenius Equation.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Isothermal Reactor with 8.- Discontinuous Operation. Theoretical and experimental
Stirrer (QRIA): conversion comparative. Deviation from ideality.
9.- Discontinuous Operation. Mixture effects.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 10.- Continuous Operation.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 11.- Continuous Operation. Mixture effects.
state and the graphic representation in real time. 12.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
Dimensions (approx.)= 750 x 500 x 700 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. 13.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
14.- Calibration of the conductivity cell.
15-33.- Practices with PLC.
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QRQC. Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Training System:
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
4 Chemical Reactors:
Practices to be done with the Isothermal Reactor with
4.2 QRIA/D. Isothermal Reactor with Distillation: Distillation (QRIA/D):
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 34.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
35.- Discontinuous operation. Obtaining of the reaction
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. order respect to ethyl-acetate. Initial velocity method.
Reactor insulated made of Pyrex-glass, with a maximum volume of 2 litres. 36.- Discontinuous operation. Obtaining of the reaction
Inlets of reagents. Outlet of products. Conductivity cell connection. Water outlet. Water inlet. order respect to sodium hydroxide. Initial velocity
method.
Temperature sensor connection. Gas inlet. Gas outlet. 37.- Discontinuous operation. Velocity Constant Computation.
Agitation system with agitation speed control and indication from 0 to 2000 rpm. Constant sodium hydroxide initial concentration.
38.- Discontinuous Operation. Velocity Constant
Distillation column. Balls coolant. Coil coolant. Vacuum pump. Vacuum tramp. Graduated funnel.

11.Chemical Engineering
Computation. Constant ethyl-acetate initial concentration.
Temperature sensors. Conductivity sensor. 39.- Velocity equation formulation.
40.- Discontinuous Operation. Variation of the kinetic
Safety, easy and quick connections. constant with temperature. Arrhenius Equation.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 41.- Discontinuous Operation. Theoretical and experimental
conversion comparative. Deviation from ideality.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Isothermal Reactor with 42.- Discontinuous Operation. Mixture effects.
Distillation (QRIA/D): 43.- Continuous Operation.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 44.- Continuous Operation. Mixture effects.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 45.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
state and the graphic representation in real time. 46.- Study of the reactive distillation.
47.- Study of alcohols condensation.
Dimensions (approx.)= 750 x 500 x 700 mm. Weight: 70 Kg. 48.- Study of the organic anhydrides.
49.- Synthesis of esters.
50.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
4.3 QRFT. Tubular Flow Reactor: 51.- Calibration of the conductivity cell.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 52-70.- Practices with PLC.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Practices to be done with the Tubular Flow Reactor
Temperature controlled by a jacket of water, through a temperature sensor “J” type. (QRFT):
Electrical preheater with power of 265 W for both feeding lines. 71.- Analysis of reagents and products.
Reactor with inner coil made of teflon of 6mm of interior diameter, length 14.5 m, volume: 0.393 72.- Ionic conductivities determination.
litres. 73.- Theoretical conversion of the tubular reactor.
Temperature sensor “J” type , that controls the preheating temperature. 74.- Experimental determination of the conversion of the
Conductivity sensor. tubular reactor.
Safety, easy and quick connections. 75.- Dependence in the residence time.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 76.- Determination of the reaction order.
77.- Dependence of the speed constant and the conversion
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Tubular Flow Reactor
with the temperature.
(QRFT):
78.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of
79.- Complete emptying of the unit.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms
state and the graphic representation in real time. 80.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
81-99.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.)= 700 x 500 x 500 mm. Weight: 75 Kg.

Practices to be done with the Adiabatic and Isothermal

4.4 QRAD. Adiabatic and Isothermal Reactor: Reactor (QRAD):
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 100.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
101.- Discontinuous work. Calculation of the order of the
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. reaction referred to the ethyl-acetate. Initial velocity
Reactor insulated made of Pyrex-glass, with a maximum volume of 2 litres. method.
Nickel-plated cooper coil of 2500 mm long, outer diameter of 6.7 mm and inner one of 4.1 mm. 102.- Discontinuous operation. Determination of the order
of the reaction referred to the sodium hydroxide. Initial
Stirrer. velocity method.
Water flow control of 0-6 l/min. 103.- Discontinuous operation. Determination of the speed
constant, the initial concentration of the sodium
Outer jacket made of anodised aluminium and inner jacket made of expanded polyurethane foam hydroxide is constant.
rubber. 104.- Discontinuous operation. Determination of the speed
constant, the initial concentration of the ethyl acetate is
3 Temperature sensors. Conductivity sensor. constant.
Safety, easy and quick connections. 105.- Formulation of the speed equation.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 106.- Discontinuous operation. Variation of the kinetic
constant when the temperature is not constant: Arrhenius
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Adiabatic and Isothermal equation.
Reactor (QRAD): 107.- Discontinuous operation. Comparison of the theoretical
and the experimental conversion: Deviation from the
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of ideality.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 108.- Calculation of the heat transference coefficient of the
state and the graphic representation in real time. coil.
Dimensions (approx.)= 1000 x 600 x 400 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. 109.- Calculation of the hydrolysis reaction enthalpy.
110.- Discontinuous operation. Mixture effects.
111.- Continuous operation.
4.5 QRSA. Reactors with Stirrer in Series: 112.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
113.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 114.- Calibration of the flow sensor.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 115.- Calibration of the conductivity sensor.
3 Reactors insulated made of Pyrex-glass, with a maximum volume of 1 litre each one. 116-134.- Practices with PLC.
Agitation system with agitation speed control and indication from 0 to 2000 rpm. , for each reactor.
Practices to be done with the Reactors with Stirrer in
3 Temperature sensors. Series (QRSA):
Conductivity sensors. 135.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
Safety, easy and quick connections. 136.- Work with just one reactor in continuous.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 137.- Work with just one reactor in continuous with mixture
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Reactors with Stirrer in effects.
Series (QRSA): 138.- Work with 3 reactors in continuous.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 139.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms
140.- Calibration of the conductivity cell.
state and the graphic representation in real time.
141-159.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mm. Weight: 100 Kg.
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QRC. Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Trainer:
SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 ( )
Control Data Computer Control
Interface Box Acquisition Sotfware for each
1 QUSC. Board Chemical Reactor
5 Cables and Accessories
Service Unit
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
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- From COMPUTER (standard)

- From PLC (optional)

4 Available Chemical Reactors to be used with

Service Unit (QUSC) and SCADA System

4.1 QRCAC. Continuous Stirred 4.2 QRTC. Tubular Flow 4.3 QRDC. Batch Reactor ( ) 4.4 QRSC. Stirred Tank Reactors in Series ( ) 4.5 QRLC. Laminar Flow 4.6 QRPC. Plug Flow
Tank Reactor ( ) Reactor ( ) Reactor ( ) Reactor ( )

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Common items for Chemical Reactors:
1 QUSC. Service Unit:
This unit is common for the Chemical Reactors, and can work with one or several reactors.
Accommodation and exchange system of the reactors, quick and easy to handle.
It supplies all the services for the operation of each reactor.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
2 Peristaltic dosing pumps, with variable speed, computer controlled. Flow rate up to 3 l./h. (unit
standard disposition). With another disposition, they could reach a flow rate up to 10 l./h.
Thermostatic bath of 9 l. capacity, computer controlled. Temperature PID control of the thermostatic
bath.
Pump of 3 l./min., with variable flow, to impel the thermostatization water from the bath to the reactor.
Flow sensor, range: 0-6 l./min.
2 Tanks for the reagents, of 1 liter capacity each one, made in Pyrex glass.
The control of the reaction is carried out by a conductivity sensor, which allows the reaction evolution
parametrization in real time.
Three “J” type temperature sensors, one to know the thermostatic bath temperature in a continuous
way and two sensors to know the water temperature at the thermostatic bath water inlet and outlet.
Dimensions (approx.): 800 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 50 Kg.
2 QRC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
This control interface is common for the Chemical Reactors and can work with one or several reactors.
It has a process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer
controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration
of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be
changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real
time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: one mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control
interface, and the third one in the control software.
Dimensions (approx.): 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s.
2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Practices to be done with the Continuous Stirred Tank
4 Chemical Reactors: Reactor (QRCAC):
1.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
4.1 QRCAC. Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor: 2.- Batch operation. Obtaining of the reaction order respect
Small scale Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor, computer controlled, designed to demonstrate the to ethyl-acetate. Initial velocity method.
behavior of a reactor used for homogeneous reactions liquid-liquid. 3.- Batch operation. Obtaining of the reaction order respect
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. to sodium hydroxide. Initial velocity method.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 4.- Batch operation. Velocity Constant Computation.
Reactor body made in borosilicate glass, with a maximum capacity of 2 liters, specially designed to Constant sodium hydroxide initial concentration.
work in continuous. It also allows batch operation. 5.- Batch operation. Velocity Constant Computation.
Constant ethyl-acetate initial concentration.
Adjustable volume from 0.4 to 1.5 l. 6.- Velocity equation formulation.
Stainless steel heat transfer coil and a baffle (removable). 7.- Batch operation. Variation of the kinetic constant with
Stirring system with speed control and indication, computer controlled. temperature. Arrhenius Equation.
Temperature sensor to control the temperature into the reactor. 8.- Batch operation. Theoretical and experimental conversion
Conductivity sensor to control the reaction. comparative. Deviation from ideality.
Easy and quick assembly on the Service Unit. 9.- Batch operation. Mixture effects.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 10.- Continuous operation.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Continuous Stirred Tank 11.- Continuous operation. Mixture effects.
Reactor (QRCAC): 12.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 13.- Variation of conversion with residence time.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 14.- Residence time distribution.
state and the graphic representation in real time. 15.- Determination of reaction rate constant.
16.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
Dimensions (approx.)= 330 x 330 x 500 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
17.- Calibration of the conductivity sensor.
18-36.- Practices with PLC.
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QRC. Computer Controlled Chemical Reactors Trainer:
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
4 Chemical Reactors:
4.2
QRTC. Tubular Flow Reactor: Practices to be done with the Tubular Flow Reactor
Reactor composed by a continuous tube where the reagents are introduced through the coil end and (QRTC):
the products are obtained through the inverse end. Into it, a continuous reagent mix is produced, so 37.- Analysis of reagents and products.
the composition will be different at each point. This type of reactors are industrially used for
homogeneous reactions liquid-liquid, generally in isothermal conditions. 38.- Ionic conductivities determination.
With this small scale reactor, computer controlled, the behavior of this type of reactors used at 39.- Theoretical conversion of the tubular reactor.
industrial level can be observed. 40.- Experimental determination of the conversion of the
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar tubular reactor.
distribution to the elements in the real unit. 41.- Dependence in the residence time.
Tubular flow reactor of volume 0.4 l. Coil shaped. Placed into an acrylic vessel through which the 42.- Determination of the reaction order.
cooling or heating medium is circulated. 43.- Dependence of the speed constant and the conversion
Electric pre-heater of 12 loops, and loop diameter of 70 mm approx., for the two reagents feed lines.

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with the temperature.
Temperature controlled by water jacketed. Temperature control by a temperature sensor.
Two temperature sensors to know the reagents outlet temperature from the pre-heater. 44.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
Conductivity sensor to control the reaction. 45.- Complete emptying of the unit.
Easy and quick assembly on the Service Unit. 46.- Determination of reaction rate constant.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 47.- Calibration of the sensors.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Tubular Flow Reactor 48-66.- Practices with PLC.
(QRTC):
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of Practices to be done with the Batch Reactor (QRDC):
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 67.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
state and the graphic representation in real time. 68.- Batch work. Calculation of the order of the reaction
Dimensions (approx.)= 330 x 350 x 500 mm. Weight: 15 Kg. referred to the ethyl-acetate. Initial velocity method.
69.- Batch operation. Determination of the order of the reaction
4.3 QRDC. Batch Reactor: referred to the sodium hydroxide. Initial velocity method.
Small scale Bath Reactor, computer controlled, designed for the kinetic study of homogeneous 70.- Batch operation. Determination of the speed constant, the
reactions liquid-liquid, both in adiabatic conditions and in isothermal conditions.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar initial concentration of the sodium hydroxide is constant.
distribution to the elements in the real unit. 71.- Batch operation. Determination of the speed constant,
The reactor body is an isolated vessel with a stainless steel external casing. The working volume is the initial concentration of the ethyl acetate is constant.
1liter. 72.- Formulation of the speed equation.
Heat transfer coil made in stainless steel and reactor baffle, of 4.5 loops of 76 mm of diameter and 73.- Batch operation. Variation of the kinetic constant when
1250 mm length. The tube internal diameter is of 6 mm and the external one is of 8 mm. the temperature is not constant: Arrhenius equation.
Stirring system with speed control and indication, computer controlled. 74.- Batch operation. Comparison of the theoretical and the
Temperature sensor to control the temperature into the reactor. Conductivity sensor to control the experimental conversion: Deviation from the ideality.
reaction. 75.- Calculation of the heat transference coefficient of the coil.
Easy and quick assembly on the Service Unit. 76.- Calculation of the hydrolysis reaction enthalpy.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Batch Reactor (QRDC): 77.- Batch operation. Mixture effects.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 78.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 79.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
state and the graphic representation in real time. 80.- Calibration of the conductivity sensor.
Dimensions (approx.)= 330 x 330 x 500 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 81-99.- Practices with PLC.
4.4
QRSC. Stirred Tank Reactors in Series: Practices to be done with the Stirred Tank Reactors in
The stirred tank reactors in series are used to increase the reagents conversion referred to an only Series (QRSC):
reactor and so obtain product with higher purity. 100.- Investigation of dynamic behaviour of stirred tank
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar reactors in series.
distribution to the elements in the real unit.
3 Continuous stirred tank reactors connected in series, computer controlled. 101.- Determination of the ionic conductivities.
Reactors body made in borosilicate glass. Each reactor is fitted with a conductivity sensor. 102.- Influence of flow rate.
Each one has a stirrer with variable speed, computer controlled. 103.- Work with just one reactor in continuous.
The two reagent vessels and the two variable speed doging pumps (at the QUSC Service Unit) feed 104.- Work with just one reactor in continuous with mixture effects.
reagents into the first reactor in line. 105.- Work with 3 reactors in continuous.
A dead-time residence coil can also be attached to the exit of the last reactor in the series. 106.- Effect of step input change.
Temperature sensors. 107.- Response to an impulse change.
Easy and quick assembly on the Service Unit. 108.- Investigation of time constant using dead time coil.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 109.- Calibration of the sensors.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Stirred Tank Reactors in 110-128.- Practices with PLC.
Series (QRSC):
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms Practices to be done with the Laminar Flow Reactor
state and the graphic representation in real time. (QRLC):
Dimensions (approx.)= 950 x 450 x 500 mm. Weight: 35 Kg. 129.- Determination of the residence time distribution of the
reactor.
4.5
QRLC. Laminar Flow Reactor: 130.- Effect of flow rate and feed concentration on the
Small scale Laminar Flow Reactor, computer controlled, designed to demonstrate the flow pattern determination of flow pattern.
characterisation and the steady state conversion in a tubular reactor. 131.- Steady state conversion for a reaction with laminar flow.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar 132.- Effect of flow rate and feed concentration on the steady
distribution to the elements in the real unit. Working volume: 400 ml. The reactor column is 1300 state conversion.
mm long approx., including 2 diffusers packed with glass balls. At the bottom of the column a 133.- Demonstration of the flow pattern in the reactor and
premixer provides a complete mixing of the reagents entering the reactor and improves the flow
distribution. The reactor refrigeration jacket keeps its contents at constant temperature to keep the comparison with the theoretical model.
laminar flow conditions. The reagents are fed to the reactor by the peristaltic dosing pumps of the 134.- Effect of the temperature on the laminar flow
Service Unit. characterisation.
Temperature sensors. Conductivity sensor to control the reaction. 135.- Determination of the steady state conversion of a second
Easy and quick connection with the Service Unit. order reaction.
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 136.- Flow pattern characterisation in a laminar flow reactor.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Laminar Flow Reactor 137.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
(QRLC): 138.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of 139.- Calibration of the conductivity sensor.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms
state and the graphic representation in real time. 140-158.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.)= 330 x 330 x 1490 mm. Weight: 25 Kg.
Practices to be done with the Plug Flow Reactor (QRPC):
4.6
QRPC. Plug Flow Reactor: 159.- Determination of the residence time distribution of the
Small scale Plug Flow Reactor, computer controlled, designed to demonstrate the flow pattern reactor.
characterisation and the steady state conversion in a tubular reactor with axial dispersion. Working 160.- Effect of flow rate and feed concentration on the
volume: 1 litre. determination of flow pattern.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar 161.- Study of the reactor response to different perturbations:
distribution to the elements in the real unit. step and pulse change.
The reactor column is 1100 mm long approx., packed with 3 mm diameter glass balls.
At the bottom of the column a premixer provides a complete mixing of the reagents entering the 162.- Effect of flow rate and feed concentration on the steady
reactor and improves the flow distribution. The reagents are fed to the reactor by the 2 peristaltic state conversion.
pumps of the Service Unit. The unit uses a 6 ports injection valve which injects the reagent dose on the 163.- Demonstration of the flow pattern in the reactor and
reagent carrier at the reactor tube inlet. Temperature sensors. Conductivity sensor to control the comparison with the theoretical model.
reaction. Easy and quick connection with the Service Unit. 164.- Determination of the steady state conversion of a second
This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. order reaction.
Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management Software for Plug Flow Reactor (QRPC): 165.- Understanding the principles of tracer techniques in flow
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of pattern characterisation.
data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms 166.- Measurement conductivity system: conductimeter.
state and the graphic representation in real time.
Dimensions (approx.)= 330 x 330 x 1350 mm. Weight: 25 Kg. 167.- Calibration of the temperature sensors.
168.- Calibration of the conductivity sensor.
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QRCC. Computer Controlled Catalytic Reactors

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
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PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

Optional accessory:
1 Unit: QRCC. Catalytic Reactors
QRCC-IF. Flow Injection
Analysis (FIA) unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 QRCC. Unit: 1.- Study of the principles of packed bed
catalytic reactors.
QRCC unit has been designed to perform the inversion reaction of saccharose, separating its components: glucose and
fructose. In order to execute this process, the unit consists of tree fixed-bed reactors that contain different types of catalysts: 2.- Checking the influence on different
Two packed bed reactors for chemical catalysis, composed by acid ion exchange resins. variables (feed flow, temperature of
reaction, reagents concentration) on
A biological reactor. (Recommend use with an immobilized enzyme). the obtained final product.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the
elements in the real unit. 3.- Studies of steady and unsteady state
catalysis.
2 Glass flacks of 2 litres of capacity, for the initial solution and the final product.
Reactors: 4.- Flow characterisation in a packed
bed.
Two packed bed reactors for chemical catalysis, composed by acid ion exchange resins.
An enzymatic packed bed reactor. (Recommended use with an immobilized enzyme). 5.- Effect of the variation in the
particle´s size in the effectiveness of
Reactors diameter: 50 mm. Reactors height: 160 mm. Material: glass, with a methacrylate cover for protection. a fixed-bed reactor.
Thermostatic bath, with heating resistance of 600W, controlled by a PID from the computer (PC).
6.- Mass balancing.
A heated water supply to the reactors jackets allows the automatic control of reaction temperature to a set point value.
Peristaltic pump, with speed regulation, computer controlled, that allows to regulate the feed flow from 0 to 32 ml/min. 7.- Determination of steady state and
unsteady state kinetics of a packed
4 Temperature sensors.
bed catalytic reactor.
Spectrophotometer, computer controlled, for the final product analysis and absorbance measures:
8.- Effect of flow rate, temperature and
Wavelength range: 325-1000 nm. Band width: 5 nm. Electrical supply: 230V-50Hz.
feed concentration on steady state
All electrical circuits are protected by adequate protection devices. conversion.
9.- Performance comparison of a
Optional accessory (not incluided in the standard supply): chemical catalyst (ionic exchange
-QRCC-IF. Flow Injection Analysis (FIA) Unit. resins) with a biological catalyst
2 QRCC/CIB. Control Interface Box : (immobilized enzyme).
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 10.- Comparison of chemical and
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real biological (enzymic) catalysis.
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the 11.- Spectrophotometer calibration.
PID parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, 12.- Using the spectrophotometer and
of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the product analysis.
third one in the control software.
13.- Study of the FIA Flow Injection
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
Analysis technique and principles
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: (with QRCC-IF accessory).
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 QRCC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
14.- Examination of the reproducibility
and sensitivity of the FIA analysis
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity method as a function of the flow rate
up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. and sample concentration (with
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. QRCC-IF accessory).
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 650 x 700 x 800 mm. Weight: 50 Kg.
15.- Sensors calibration.
Spectrophotometer: 470 x 380 x 140 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 16-34.- Practices with PLC.

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EMLS. Liquid/Solid Mixing Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The EMLS has been developed to demonstrate the factors affecting mixing 1.- Visualization of fluid fields.
using visualization and measurement techniques as appropriate.
This unit permits the study of the agitation process, in order to familiarize the 2.- Power required in the agitation
student with the different magnitudes (torque, turning speed, etc) that takes process.
part in the process.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the 3.- Suspensions of solid in liquids.
front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Brake Dynamo Motor: It purpose is generate the turn at some predetermined 4.- Formation of solutions solids liquids.
revolutions of the agitator. Revolutions: from 0 to 3000 rpm.
5.- Emulsion of unmiscible liquids.
Torque meter: Its objective is to measure the torque established between the
motor and the dissolution Crowbar (load cell): 18.3 cm. Force range: 0 to 6.- Mixing of miscible liquids.
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Carry-agitators: It is the element that allows installing different type of 7.- Heating process of liquid masses.
agitators. Claws couple them, the diameter of the axis to be place being of
20 mm. 8.- Test with models at scale.
Vertical platform: It allows displacing the brake dynamo motor vertically.
Agitators: They are the elements in charge of the agitation of the fluid, and 9.- Quality of mixing / mixing time.
they can be of very different shapes and sizes: 10.- Power speed of the different
2 Shovels, diameters: 100 mm. and 50 mm. impellers.
2 Turbines, diameters: 100 mm. and 50 mm.
2 Helix, diameters: 100 mm. and 50 mm. 11.- Demonstration of the different factors
Tanks: they are cylindrical and of transparent material, to facilitate the (deposits, deflectors, agitators...) that
observation of the stage of agitation in the fluid. They have removable affect the mixing, using visualization
covers to avoid spills and splashes of the fluid: techniques and appropiate
2 Tanks of 300 mm diameter and 300 mm height, one with deflectors and measurement.
other without deflectors.
2 Tanks of 150 mm diameter and 300 mm height, one with deflectors and
other without deflectors.
The capacity of the tanks is approximately 21 and 5 litres.
The rotation speed of the turbine agitators oscillates between 1000-2500
rpm, and it is possible to obtain 3000 rpm.
The propeller agitators are used for mixing with a viscosity superior to 2000 cp.
Speed controller.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manuals: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1940 x 700 x 910 mm. Weight: 95 Kg.
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units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/EMLS.pdf

EEC. Corrosion Study Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The “EEC” unit allows the corrosion simultaneous study of up to 8 corrosion 1.- Galvanic potentials.
cells, each containing different test specimens. 2.- Galvanic pairs study.
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar
distribution to the elements in the real unit. 3.- Iron passivation.
8 Glass cells. Each one consisting on: a 600 ml. vessel (Pyrex) with a cover. 4.- pH influence.
Such cover has four orifices: two to adapt the test sheets, one for the 5.- Aluminium anodization.
reference electrode and another one for the gases diffuser tube. 6.- Cathodic protection.
Number of cells selector. Simultaneous study of corrosion in several cells. 7.- Galvanic corrosion + oxidation.
Ag/AgCl reference electrode. 8.- Effect of dissolved oxygen concentration.
A group of test sheets (electrodes): It consists of 40 x 20 mm. sheets of 9.- Electrolytic corrosion.
variable thickness depending on the material, and on materials such as 10.- Chemical inhibition.
stainless steel, carbon steel, zinc, brass, copper, aluminum, graphite, and
iron (nails). Connection cables with 4 mm terminals for the reference 11.- Prevention of scaling.
electrode (Ag/AgCl) and the test sheets. 12.- Effect of internal stress.
Digital pH-meter. Air pump for agitation. Air pump switch. 13.- Simultaneous study of corrosion in
Inert gas inlet. (If the customer wants to work in other kind of atmosphere). several cells.
Milliammeter. Millivoltmeter. Milliammeter/Millivoltmeter selector. Other possible practices:
Two rotameters (flow meters): One for the air and another one for the gas. 14.- Water treatment studies:
Flow rate: 1-7.5 l/min. -Calcium carbonate stabilization.
Power supply of direct current (D. C.) with 0-30V and 0-3A output, with -Oxidation of iron and manganese in
intensity and voltage indicator. ground waters.
Control valves for air and gas flow. -Water softening by chemical
Manuals: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals. precipitation.
Dimensions (approx.)= 1200 x 300 x 500 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. -Disinfection of waste water with
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ chlorine solutions.
units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/EEC.pdf

ESED. Sedimentation Study Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

The sedimentation is a process widely used in the classification, water 1.- Variation of the sedimentation
clarification and wastewater treatment. characteristics with the concentration
“ESED” unit provides a facility for studying the basic physical procesess and suspension height.
involved in sedimentation, which the applications cover fields like chemical 2.- Effect of initial concentration on
engineering, water treatment and other industrial processes. sedimentation characteristics.
Five sedimentation graduated cylinders of methacrylate (1m x 50mm 3.- Effect of initial suspension height on
approx.) mounted vertically on a panel, illuminated from behind, and with sedimentation characteristics.
the possibility of being removable for cleaning. 4.- Construction of settling rate curves
Light diffuser screen and two fluorescent lamps. against concentration form a single
Stopwatch. batch test.
5.- Effect of particle size distribution.
Three beakers.
6.- Identification of the different
Specific gravity bottle. sedimentation regimes.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 7.- Use of flocculating additives.
Dimensions (approx.) = 550 x 400 x 1300 mm. Weight: 35 Kg. 8.- Construction of settling rate curves.
9.- Visualization of the retarded
sedimentation.
10.- Study of the differences between a
clarifier and a classifier.
11.- Study and visualization of the
differential sedimentation.
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units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/ESED.pdf 12.- Study of the methods of sinking and
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QMS. Solids Handling Study Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
This unit is designed to introduce the students in different aspect of solids
1.- Sieving techniques.
behaviour, unit operations as size reduction, mixing, transport, discharge,
2.- To determine the angle of repose.
weighting, etc.
Bench with anodized aluminum structure, metallic panels, and with wheels 3.- Study of size reduction.
for mobility. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the 4.- Classification study according to the
elements in the real unit. size.
Ball mill with variable speed and various sizes of balls. Total volume: 5 l., 5.- To determine bulk solids parameters
capacity: 1.25 l. of density.
Motor for the ball mill. 6.- To use the hopper to measure solids
discharge rates and relate to initial
Vibratory shaker and a set of eight sieves with several hole mesh from 2 mm
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load and hoper exit orifice size.

to 0.063 mm.
7.- C y c l o n e o p e r a t i o n . S o l i d s
V-Blender, total volume: 1l. separation.
Motor for the V-Blender, range: 18 rpm, (timer: 60 min.). 8.- Pneumatic conveying.
Blowing and ejector. 9.- To observe the comminution of
Compressor. granular solids processed through a
Glass cyclone (inlet diameter: 10 mm.), and pneumatic conveyor. ball mill.
Transparent horizontal angle of repose rotary cylinder with protractor. 10.- Study of solids mixing.
Cylindrical hoppers (capacity: 100 cc.) with different size of exit orifices. 11.- Study of the solids properties.
Collecting tray. Balance. Graduated test tube. 12.- Solids weighing: Balance.
Control panel. 13.- Study of the apparent density.
Manuals: This unit is supplied 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = 1020 x 850 x 1700 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. 14.- Mixer operation.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ 15.- Sieves operation.
units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/QMS.pdf

LFFC. Computer Controlled Fixed and Fluidised Bed Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: LFFC. Fixed and Fluidised Bed Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 LFFC. Unit: 1.- Verification of Carman-Kozeny’s
Unit for the study of fixed and fluidised beds of solid particles. “LFFC” unit allows a full study about everything concerning the equation.
flow of a fluid through a bed, both packed and fluidised. The unit allows the simultaneous study of the water and air flow
through the bed. 2.- Pressure drop through packed and
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements fluidised beds, for air and water
in the real unit. systems.
2 Transparent cylindrical columns, one for air and one for water. Each column diameter: 50 mm and height: 550 mm, with
3.- Onset of fluidisation.
bed plates.
Two sizes of bed material ( glass pearls) are supplied, 170/300 and 250/420 micron ranges. 4.- Study of differences between
The columns are demountable in order to remove the particle bed. particulate and aggregative
Water tank of 10 l. capacity. fluidisation.
Water pump, computer controlled.
5.- Simultaneous study of air and water
Compressor, computer controlled.
systems and observation of
Water regulation valve and water flowmeter, range: 0-2 l./min. phenomenon of “bubbling”.
Water flow sensor.
2 Air regulation valves and 2 air flowmeters, ranges: 4-22 l./min. and 1-8 l./min. 6.- Study of the pressure drop in packed
Air flow sensor. and fluidised cakes (Liquid: water
2 Differential pressure sensors (one for water and other for air). and fine cake particle).
2 LFFC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
7.- Study of the pressure drop in packed
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous and fluidised cakes (Liquid: water
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time and thick cake particle).
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any 8.- Study of the pressure drop in packed
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved and fluidised cakes (Fluid: air and
in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control fine cake particle).
software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 9.- Study of the pressure drop in packed
and fluidised cakes (Fluid: air and
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
thick cake particle).
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 LFFC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 10.- Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
11-29.- Practices with PLC.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 700 x 570 x 870 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/
LFFC.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 28

11.4- Chemical Process
QEDC. Computer Controlled Batch Solvent Extraction and Desolventising Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL

11.Chemical Engineering
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: QEDC. Batch Solvent Extraction and

Desolventising Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 QEDC. Unit:
Unit designed to allow instruction/teaching and research into the principle of solid-liquid extraction. It is capable of carrying 1.- Effect of degree of pretreatment of
out a variety of solid/liquid extractions (particularly suitable for edible oils from oil-bearing seeds) and desolventising both the solid material on extraction
extracted solids and the miscella. Batch process. efficiency.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Anodized aluminium and steel structure.
Elements in contact with process material are constructed in stainless steel, borosilicate glass, etc. 2.- Effect of extraction time.
Extractor vessel. (100 l. total volume which allows a solids working capacity of 25 kg.) Miscella vessel (30 l. volume). Waste
water tank (15 l. volume). Solvent condenser. Solvent water separator tank (16 l. volume). Solvent pump (centrifugal type). 3.- Effect of drain time.
Vacuum pump (diaphragm type). Temperature, Pressure and Flow sensors.
Flameproof electrical equipment is specified to be compatible with most common solvents. 4.- Study the effect of solvent type.
Modes of operation: extraction by washing with clean solvent, extraction by recirculating miscella, desolventising extracted
material and desolventising miscella. 5.- Effect of solvent percolation rate.
2 QEDC/CIB. Control Interface Box
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 6.- Effect of process temperature.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 7.- Effect of process pressure.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters,
at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters 8.- Method of solvent recovery.
involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the
control software. 9.- Degree of solvent recovery.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 10.-Operation of small scale version of
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. industrial processes.
4 QEDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to Other possible practices:
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 11.-Sensors calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1800 x 1000 x 1800 mm. Weight: 750 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 12- 30.- Practices with PLC.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/
QEDC.pdf

TFUC. Computer Controlled Continuous and Batch Filtration Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
1 Unit TFUC. Continuous and Batch Filtration Unit 6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 TFUC. Unit: 1.- Understanding the principles of
This filtration unit demonstrates the principles of continuous and batch filtration. continuous and batch filtration using
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel. both constant pressure and constant
Double tank (capacity: 9 litres), connecting to a centrifugal pump which feeds a slurry to one of the filters depending on the flow operating modes (vertical plates
and cartridge filters).
position of the valves. Centrifugal pump, computer controlled. A PID control enables constant flow rate. A PID control 2.- Study of the filter plate at a constant
enables constant pressure operation by controlling the speed of the pump (from computer). pressure.
Heating resistance, computer controlled. Vertical plates filter, composed of 4 sheets of nylon, 5 microns diameter, allowing us 3.- Study of the filter plate at a constant flow.
to filter the CaCO3 suspension of known concentration. Filter cartridge will filter and “clean” water with small pieces of paper 4.- Study of the filter cartridge at constant
sample. Stirrer, computer controlled. pressure.
Sensors: 2 Temperature sensors. 2 Pressure sensors. 1 Differential pressure sensor, for flow measurement. 5.- Study of the filter cartridge at constant
2 TFUC/CIB. Control Interface Box : flow.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 6.- Demonstrating filtration through
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time membrane technology.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 7.- Mass balancing.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 8.- Precoat and body aid filtration.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 9.- Demonstration of precoat filtration.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 10.- Optimisation of filtration performance
one in the control software. using body aid.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 11.- Demonstration of Darcy’s Law.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 12.- Effect of body aid on medium and cake
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. resistances.
4 TFUC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 13.- Determination of medium and cake
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up resistances.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 14.- Filter cake washing and dewatering.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 15.- Study of commercial aspects of filtration
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
and optimisation of filtration operations.
Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 750 x 750 x 400 mm. Weight: 30 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 16.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/ 17-35.- Practices with PLC.
TFUC.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 29 www.edibon.com

 10 11.4- Chemical Process
EFLPC. Computer Controlled Deep Bed Filter Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

11.Chemical Engineering

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EFLPC. Deep Bed Filter Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 EFLPC. Unit: 1.- Determination of the initial head loss
The Deep Bed Filter Unit allows us to filter a fluid in order to eliminate particles in suspension, to have it in more adequate of a porous bed.
conditions for its subsequent use or consumption. Students can visualize and study with this unit one of the most common
treatment processes of water destined to supplying cities and in most industrial uses. 2.- Evolution through time of the head
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements
in the real unit. loss of the porous bed.
Filter column: 3.- Measuring how fast total head loss
In it the porous media is formed. This includes the following elements:
Transparent filter column of circular section (column height: 1300 mm), with removable top and bottom covers. Support increases with filtration run time.
filter of the porous bed. Filtering bed. 30 Pressure takings. 29 Sample capturing takings.
Tanks: 4.- Measuring pressure drop profiles
Their objective is to prepare the suspension for being filtered. There is a tank with two reservoirs: through the filter bed.
Reservoir 1= 350 litres. Reservoir 2= 350 litres. Total capacity: 700 litres. Both reservoirs have water heigh level and
system for agitation with help of the water return. 5.- Measuring suspension concentration
Pump: Centrifugal pump: 0.6 kW, 2850 r.p.m. In order to take the fluid to the upper part of the filter column (filtering profiles through the filter bed.
operations), or the bottom part of the column (washing operation of the porous bed).
Pipes and valve system to stablish several circuits and regulate the flows. 6.- Filtration efficiency. Clarification.
Pressure sensors.
Flow sensor. 7.- Demonstration of reversed flow
Mesh filter. fluidisation and backwashing.
Air purger for eliminating bubbles which are initally in the circuit.
2 EFLPC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
8.- Filtering in open and closed circuit.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 9.- Washing and filtering circuits.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 10.- The column may be readily adapted
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of for absorption and ion exchange
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one studies.
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: Other possible practices:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 11.- Sensors calibration.
4 EFLPC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 12-30.- Practices with PLC.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)=Unit: 2400 x 1500 x 2700 mm. Weight: 250 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/
EFLPC.pdf

EII. Ion Exchange Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Self-contained unit either single bed water softening or double bed 1.- Study of general techniques of ion
system for demineralisation. exchange.
Anodized aluminium structure and panel in painted steel. Diagram in 2.- Familiarization with the operation
the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. modes of column ionic exchange.
Exchange capacity of the different materials, as resins and used 3.- The exchange capabilities of
reagents, as well as the problem water. different resins materials.
Use of simple or double bed for demineralisation. 4.- Water softening using a cationic resin.
5.- Hard water softening (H+).
4 tanks (treated water, demineralized water, hydrochloric acid and
sodium hydroxide). 6.- Hard water softening (OH -).
Pump diaphragm type. 7.- Resin regeneration efficiency (H+).

Flow meter 5 l./h,resistant to hydrochloric acid. 8.- Demineralisation.

9.- Demineralisation efficiency.
2 transparent vertical columns for the anionic and cationic resins,
volume: 0.16l. 1 spare column. 10.- Determination of saline ions
concentration.
Valves and pipes circuit.
11.- Separation of Ni 2+, Zn2+.
Conductivity meter (with conductivity cell): scale 0.0 to 19.99 µS. 12.- Hard water softening (sodic resin).
Typical commercial anionic and cationic resins. 13.- Resin regeneration efficiency (Na+).
Switch board. 14.- How to operate the conductivity meter.
Manuals: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals. 15.- Regeneration efficiency of a
softening system.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1200 x 500 x 1000 mm. Weight: 50 Kg.
16.-Demineralisation using two-bed
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/ exchange.
en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocess/EII.pdf

Non computer controlled version available too. Page 30

11.5- Chemical Process (Agronomical Industry)
SBANC. Computer Controlled Tray Drier

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
1 Unit: SBANC. Tray Drier - Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL

11.Chemical Engineering
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 SBANC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
1.- Demonstration of drying rate regimes.
This unit has been designed for studying fluid mechanics, surfaces chemistry, solid structures and substances and energy
balances, related to the drying processes. Its size is specially appropriate for laboratories. This tray drier dries solids by 2.- Determination of the efficiency of the
passing a stream of hot air over trays of wet material. warm-up resistance.
Anodized aluminium and steel structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Stainless steel rectangular conduct (1000 x 320 x 300 mm), which includes a support, a drying chamber with a door and a set 3.- Effect of the warm-up in an
of four bans, a square nozzle 300 mm long, whose side goes from 315 to 100 mm progressively. Shielded Propeller Fan, with installation.
speed control from computer (PC). Weighing system for following the changes in weight of the solid due the evaporation or 4.- Heat and mass transfer analogies.
vaporisation of moisture during operation. Load Cell-force sensor. 7 Temperature sensors: 2 temperature sensors of Dry and
Wet Bulb before the electrical resistance, 1 temperature sensor in the electrical resistance, 2 temperature sensors of Dry and 5.- Obtaining of drying curves.
Wet Bulb after the electrical resistance, 2 temperature sensors of Dry and Wet Bulb after the drying chamber. Differential 6.- Influence of the particle size.
pressure sensor. Air flow sensor. Humidity sensor. Electrical heater (resistance 3 KW), computer controlled.
2 SBANC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 7.- Influence of the air speed.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 8.- Influence of the air temperature.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 9.- Application of the psychometric in the
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the drying.
PID parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real
time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, Other possible practices:
and the third one in the control software. 10.- Example of the determination of the
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: properties of the air.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up
to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 11.- Use of a psychometric map.
4 SBANC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 12.- Determination of the air flow.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling
velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in 13.- Dynamic simulation of the control
real time. systems.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
14.- Sensors calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 2000 x 320 x 400 mm. Weight: 190 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 15-33.- Practices with PLC.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/
agronomicalindustry/SBANC.pdf

SSPC. Computer Controlled Spray Drier

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: SSPC. Spray Drier SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 SSPC. Unit:
Bench mounted spray drier for processing aqueous emulsions, solutions, suspensions and colloidal solutions. 1.- Operation principle of a spray drier.
Drier fully made with glass. Diagram in the front panel. Downward co-current operation. Glass main chamber. Glass 2.- Effect of the drop size on the drying
separator cyclone. Sample collection glass bottle. Waste collection glass tube. Exhaust tube. Standard jet of 0.5 mm Ø, it process.
incorporates a de-blocking device. Peristaltic pump, with variable speed, computer controlled. Heater of 3 kW, computer
controlled. PID control over the air inlet temperature. Fan (3000 r.p.m.), computer controlled, drying air flow: 70 m3/h. (fixed) 3.- Effect of the input temperature on
approx. the drying process.
4 Temperature sensors to measure: environmental temperature, air inlet temperature, exhaust vapour temperature, sampling
temperature. 2 Humidity sensors. Flow sensor for exhaust vapour measurement. Pressure sensor for inlet compressed air. 4.- Effect of the feed flow of the product
2 SSPC/CIB. Control Interface Box : on the drying process.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- Mass balance of a spray drier.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external 6.- Energy balance of a spray drier.
interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment
during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 7.- Spray drier efficiency.
safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. Other possible practices:
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 8.- Sensors calibration.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
4 SSPC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 500 x 500 x 1500 mm. Weight: 80 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/agronomicalindustry/
SSPC.pdf
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 31 www.edibon.com
 10 11.6- Chemical Process (Special)
PLGC. Computer Controlled Gas Washing Processing Plant

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
11.Chemical Engineering

6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PLGC. Gas Washing Processing Plant SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 PLGC. Unit: 1.- Familiarization with a gas washing
The Gas Washing Processing Plants are used to eliminate the presence of gases such as carbon dioxide or sulfur dioxide, plant.
among others. They also contribute to eliminate fogs or dusts for the environment. Besides, they have other applications such
as the products recuperation from process gases, gases desorption and gases condensation and cooling. 2.- Study of the water flow influence on
PLGC unit, designed by EDIBON, allows to evaluate the operation of a gas washing plant, analyzing its efficiency. the gas washing plant efficiency.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel. 3.- Study of the air flow influence on the
Packed Column: formed by a glass cylindrical tube of 1200 mm. of length and an internal diameter of 100 mm. The column gas washing plant efficiency.
is filled with Raschig rings with a 8 mm. diameter. 4.- Study of the introduced dust mass
Rectangular tank formed by the reaction system and the settler, with a methacrylate structure. Cylindrical feed water tank. influence on the gas washing plant
Pump, computer controlled, to supply water to the column. Pump, computer controlled, to supply the flocculant to the efficiency.
reaction tank. Solids dosing system to introduce the powders in the air line. Compressor (blower), computer controlled.
Stirrer, computer controlled, to mix the water going out the column with the flocculant. Valves to regulate the flow. Ball valve 5.- Determination of the gas washing
for extracting the sludges. plant efficiency related to the quantity
Sensors: flow sensor to determine the air flow, flow sensor to measure the water flow, two flowmeters, differential pressure of solids introduced into the air current
sensor. pH sensor. with the quantity of sedimented solids.
2 PLGC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 6.- Best quantity of floculant to produce
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the dust particles precipitation.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid 7.- Determination of the best pH for the
external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any moment solid particles sedimentation which
during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. go together with the water.
3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 8.- Study of the best pH to obtain biggest
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: purity in settled water.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 9.- Study of the floculant presence
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PLGC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
influence on the pH variation in the
reaction-settling tank.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 10.- Pressure losses in the gas washing
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. plant.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1500 x 600 x 2400 mm. Weight: 150 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 11.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocessspecial/ 12-30- Practices with PLC.
PLGC.pdf

PPDAC. Computer Controlled Water Demineralization and Processing Plant

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: PPDAC. Water Demineralization and Processing Plant

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
1 PPDAC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Basically formed by the following main elements: Feed tank. Feed tank pumping group, computer controlled. Mechanical
filter for particles bigger than 30m. Cationic resins exchanger. Water degasifier tank. Degasifier pumping group, computer
controlled. Cationic exchanger. Anionic exchanger. Tank for acid. Tank for base.
Sensors: pH sensor, conductivity sensor, pressure sensors, flow sensors, temperature sensor.
2 PPDAC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved
in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control
software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to:
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PPDAC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocessspecial/
PPDAC.pdf
Page 32
11.6- Chemical Process (Special)
EPIRC. Computer Controlled Pyrolysis Unit
SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)

11.Chemical Engineering
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 EPIRC. Unit:
For chemical separation of the elements of a compound through temperature and a tight chamber, heated by an electric
resistance with temperature control.
Metallic structure and main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the
elements in the real unit.
It will be able to obtain with this unit: to obtain new products by chemical reaction, industrial and urban residues incineration,
experiment in the elimination of toxic residues.
The unit includes a combustion chamber, which arrives gases produced in the pyrolysis chamber. This one has a temperature
controller which operates the burner. Furnace safety has a pressure sensor.
The furnace has a gas automatic analyser at the gas line and there are sample points and gas input in both chambers.
This unit is supplied with the instrumentation and the suitable sensors for the control and measurement of the most
representative parameters.
2 EPIRC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 EPIRC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/chemicalengineering/chemicalprocessspecial/
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Catalogue

five (5)

12. Food & Water

Technologies
page

12.1. Food Technology (Basic). 36-42

12.2. Food Technology (Milk). 43-47
12.3. Food Technology (Oil). 48
12.4. Food Technology (Pilot Plants). 49-58

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Equipment list
page page
12.1- Food Technology (Basic) 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)

-PADC Computer Controlled Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization 36 -LE00 Process Plant for Dairy Products with Scada-Net System 49
Unit. “ESN”.

-PASC Computer Controlled Laboratory Pasteuriser. 36 -CA00 Process Plant for Meat with Scada-Net System “ESN”. 50

-SBANC Computer Controlled Tray Drier. 37 -CI00 Process Plant for Citrus Fruits with Scada-Net System 51
“ESN”.
-SSPC Computer Controlled Spray Drier. 37
-FR00 Process Plant for Fruits with Scada-Net System “ESN”. 52
-SSP Spray Drier.
-VE00 Process Plant for Vegetables with Scada-Net System 53
-AEHC Computer Controlled Hydrogenation Unit. 38 “ESN”.

-AEDC Computer Controlled Deodorising Unit. 38 -AS00 Process Plant for Seeds Oil with Scada-Net System 54
“ESN”.
-TFDC Computer Controlled Teaching Frigorific Tank. 39
-AC00 Process Plant for Olive Oil with Scada-Net System 55

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-EDLC Computer Controlled Teaching Machine for Putting in 39 “ESN”.
Plastic Packing Liquids.
-TO00 Process Plant for Tomatoes with Scada-Net System 56
-EDSC Computer Controlled Teaching Machine for Putting into 40 “ESN”.
a Container Solids.
-UV00 Process Plant for Grapes with Scada-Net System 57
-ROUC Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration 40 “ESN”.
Unit.
-CE00 Process Plant for Cereals with Scada-Net System 58
-VPMC Computer Controlled Multipurpose Processing Vessel. 41 “ESN”.

-TPCC Computer Controlled Contact Plate Freezer. 41

-QEDC Computer Controlled Batch Solvent Extraction and 42

Desolventising Unit.

-AFPMC Computer Controlled Plate and Frame Filter Press. 42

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-DSNC Computer Controlled Teaching Cream Separator. 43

-DSN Teaching Cream Separator.

-EMANC Computer Controlled Butter Maker Teaching Unit. 43

-EMAN Butter Maker Teaching Unit.

-AUHTC Computer Controlled UHT Unit. 44

-PADC Computer Controlled Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization 44

Unit.

-PASC Computer Controlled Laboratory Pasteuriser. 45

-CCDC Computer Controlled Teaching Curdled Tank. 45

-PVQC Computer Controlled Teaching Cheese Vertical Press. 46

-IYDC Computer Controlled Teaching Yogurt Incubator. 46

-RDC Computer Controlled Teaching Cottage Cheese Maker. 47

-AEQC Computer Controlled Cheese Vat and Cheese Making 47

Accesories.

11.3-Food Technology (Oil)

12.3-
-PACC Computer Controlled Continuous Cycle Oil Production 48
Plant.

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PADC. Computer Controlled Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: PADC. Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard 1.- Setting up; filling of the circuit of
1 PADC. Unit:
Metallic structure. Diagram in the front panel. Pasteurization capacity: 250 l./h. Water flow in the exchange section: 750 l./h. water.
Thermal Cycle: 4-56-72-20 ºC. Retention time: 20 seconds at 250 l./h. of milk. Water temperature in the heating section: 2.- Set up of the pasteurization plant;
79ºC. Plates in the regeneration section: 17. Plates in the pasteurization process: 9. Start tank. Heat exchanger. Milk pump. operation with water.
Water pump. Water tank with heating resistance. Retention milk tank. Expansion water tank. Water temperature sensor. Milk 3.- Determination of the relation
temperature sensor. Milk inlet valve. 3 On/Off valves. Defective valve 250/500l. Water fill valve. Purge valve. Safety valve. between the heating water
temperature in function of the liquid
Pneumatic Valve. flow to pasteurize.
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2 PADC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 4.- Determination of the survival curve

With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the different bacterial floras.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 5.- Determination of the threshold
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to temperature for a constant warning
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID time of the milk.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 6.- Determination of the necessary time
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third to obtain a desired sterility volume.
one in the control software. 7.- Determination of the thermal
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: reduction time curve.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 8.- Cleaning of the unit with sodium
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. hydroxide.
4 PADC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
9.- Cleaning of the unit with nitric acid.
10.- Manual cleaning of the heat
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up exchanger.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. Other possible practices:
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 11.- Sensors calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 12.- Method for direct count with a
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1250 x 850 x 1550 mm. Weight: 120 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. Microscope.
13.- Method for direct count with Agar
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ plates.
PADC.pdf 14-32.- Practices with PLC.

PASC. Computer Controlled Laboratory Pasteuriser

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PASC. Laboratory Pasteuriser

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
1 PASC. Unit: Items supplied as standard 1.- Study of the HTST pasteurisation of
The PASC unit is a small scale continuous pasteurizer developed by EDIBON. It utilizes the process known as HTST (High alimentary products.
Temperature Short Time) pasteurization, which simulates conditions of a real plant and allows pasteurization of small product 2.- Study of the destruction of damaging
quantities in a short time. organisms.
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel.
Pasteurisation capacity: 30l./h. Feed tank of 5 litres of capacity. Dosing feed pump, computer controlled. 3.- Calibration of the peristaltic feed
Water heating system, composed of: centrifugal pump (computer controlled), heating resistance (computer controlled), pump.
stainless steel tank, PID control from the computer of the tank water temperature, flow sensor for the hot water. 4.- Start of the pasteurisation plant;
Plates heat exchanger divided in three sections: Nº of plates in the interchanging section: 6, Nº of plates in the pasteurisation operation with water.
section: 13, Nº of plates in the cooling section: 6. Retention time: 20 seconds at 30 l./h. (approx. for milk). 5.- Determination of the relation
It also has a product cooling stage for it conservation. Water refrigeration circuit. Flow sensor for the cooling water. between the heating water
Pasteurised Food Production Automatic System, composed of a three-way, solenoid electrovalve, computer controlled, which
also makes easier the CIP (Clean In Place) process. temperature according to the liquid
10 Temperature sensors measure the product temperature, hot and cold water, tank water temperature. flow to pasteurise.
2 PASC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 6.- Determination of the survival curve
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the different bacterial floras.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 7.- Determination of the threshold
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to temperature for a constant warming
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID time of the product to treat.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 8.- Determination of the necessary time
one in the control software. to obtain a desired sterility volume.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 9.- Determination of the thermal
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 reduction time curve.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 10.- Study and application of the CIP
4 PASC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up cleaning of the pasteuriser.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 11.- Study of different chemical cleaning
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. methods.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 800 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 12.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ 13-31.- Practices with PLC.
PASC.pdf
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SBANC. Computer Controlled Tray Drier

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
1 Unit: SBANC. Tray Drier - Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 SBANC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
1.- Demonstration of drying rate regimes.
This unit has been designed for studying fluid mechanics, surfaces chemistry, solid structures and substances and energy
balances, related to the drying processes. Its size is specially appropriate for laboratories. This tray drier dries solids by 2.- Determination of the efficiency of the
passing a stream of hot air over trays of wet material. warm-up resistance.
Anodized aluminium and steel structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Stainless steel rectangular conduct (1000 x 320 x 300 mm), which includes a support, a drying chamber with a door and a set 3.- Effect of the warm-up in an
of four bans, a square nozzle 300 mm long, whose side goes from 315 to 100 mm progressively. Shielded Propeller Fan, with installation.
speed control from computer (PC). Weighing system for following the changes in weight of the solid due the evaporation or 4.- Heat and mass transfer analogies.
vaporisation of moisture during operation. Load Cell-force sensor. 7 Temperature sensors: 2 temperature sensors of Dry and
Wet Bulb before the electrical resistance, 1 temperature sensor in the electrical resistance, 2 temperature sensors of Dry and 5.- Obtaining of drying curves.

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Wet Bulb after the electrical resistance, 2 temperature sensors of Dry and Wet Bulb after the drying chamber. Differential 6.- Influence of the particle size.
pressure sensor. Air flow sensor. Humidity sensor. Electrical heater (resistance 3 KW), computer controlled.
2 SBANC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 7.- Influence of the air speed.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 8.- Influence of the air temperature.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 9.- Application of the psychometric in the
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the drying.
PID parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real
time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, Other possible practices:
and the third one in the control software. 10.- Example of the determination of the
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: properties of the air.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up
to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 11.- Use of a psychometric map.
4 SBANC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 12.- Determination of the air flow.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling
velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in 13.- Dynamic simulation of the control
real time. systems.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
14.- Sensors calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 2000 x 320 x 400 mm. Weight: 190 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 15-33.- Practices with PLC.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
SBANC.pdf

SSPC. Computer Controlled Spray Drier

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: SSPC. Spray Drier SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 SSPC. Unit:
Bench mounted spray drier for processing aqueous emulsions, solutions, suspensions and colloidal solutions. 1.- Operation principle of a spray drier.
Drier fully made with glass. Diagram in the front panel. Downward co-current operation. Glass main chamber. Glass 2.- Effect of the drop size on the drying
separator cyclone. Sample collection glass bottle. Waste collection glass tube. Exhaust tube. Standard jet of 0.5 mm Ø, it process.
incorporates a de-blocking device. Peristaltic pump, with variable speed, computer controlled. Heater of 3 kW, computer
controlled. PID control over the air inlet temperature. Fan (3000 r.p.m.), computer controlled, drying air flow: 70 m3/h. (fixed) 3.- Effect of the input temperature on
approx. the drying process.
4 Temperature sensors to measure: environmental temperature, air inlet temperature, exhaust vapour temperature, sampling
temperature. 2 Humidity sensors. Flow sensor for exhaust vapour measurement. Pressure sensor for inlet compressed air. 4.- Effect of the feed flow of the product
2 SSPC/CIB. Control Interface Box : on the drying process.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- Mass balance of a spray drier.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves
representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external 6.- Energy balance of a spray drier.
interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment
during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the process. 3 7.- Spray drier efficiency.
safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. Other possible practices:
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 8.- Sensors calibration.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
4 SSPC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 500 x 500 x 1500 mm. Weight: 80 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
SSPC.pdf
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AEHC. Computer Controlled Hydrogenation Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 Unit: AEHC. Hydrogenation Unit
Items supplied as standard
1 AEHC. Unit: 1.- Study of the effect of process
This Hydrogenation Unit is a batch processing vessel, which is used to adjust the degree of saturation of 22 l. batches of edible
oils. temperature.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel. All equipment in contact with the process 2.- Study of the effect of degree of
fluid in stainless steel.
Stainless steel hydrogenation vessel (reactor): total volume: 30 litres, working volume: 22 litres, minimum working volume: 14 agitation.
litres, heating coil, cooling coil, stainless steel hydrogen diffuser, exhaust valve, rupture disc. 3.- Study of the effect of hydrogen gas
Variable speed agitator for the hydrogenation vessel. Stainless steel catalyst tank of 6.5 l. Variable speed agitator for the pressure.
catalyst tank. Liquid ring vacuum pump. Oil pump, centrifugal type. Filter. Security H2 detector.
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Sensors: 6 temperature sensors, 2 pressure sensors, flow sensor. 3 Manometers. 4.- Operation of small scale version of
Gas, water and air solenoid valves. Security valves. Flameproof electrical equipment. Safe zone controls. Accurate control of the industrial hydrogenation
hydrogen addition.
2 AEHC/CIB. Control Interface Box:
process.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- To determine the optimum catalyst
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time dosage.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, 6.- To demonstrate the operation of the
at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters
involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control filter for catalyst recovery.
software. 7.- Study of the effect of catalyst type.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 Other possible practices:
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 AEHC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 8.- Sensors calibration.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1400 x 1100 x 2000 mm. Weight: 360 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
AEHC.pdf

AEDC. Computer Controlled Deodorising Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
1 Unit: AEDC. Deodorising Unit - From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 AEDC. Unit:
Unit suitable for teaching/training and research into the principles of steam stripping of fatty acids from edible oils. This is a floor- 1.- Study of the operation of small
standing batch processing vessel. scale version of the industrial
Stainless steel and anodized aluminium support structure. Diagram in the front panel. process.
Deodoriser vessel: 60 litres overall volume, 25 litres working volume, product maximum temperature: 250oC, electrical heating
element (electric resistance) (computer controlled), cooling water coil for reducing the oil temperature, steam distribution tube 2.- To determinate the optimum
(which allows the steam/oil mixing required). process conditions for different oil
Multi-stage vacuum system, incorporating: steam ejector, condenser, vacuum pump (computer controlled). types.
Discharge pump. Polishing filter to remove any remaining particles in the finished oil.
Sensors of: temperature, level and pressure. 3.- Effect of variation of process
Sample collecting. pressure.
Modes of operation: Deodorising and polishing. 4.- Effect of variation process
2 AEDC/CIB. Control Interface Box:
temperature.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 5.- Effect of variation of quantity of
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to direct steam added.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved 6.- Effect of variation of overall
in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
process time.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: Other possible practices:
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 AEDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 7.- Sensors calibration.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 8-26.- Practices with PLC.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1300 x 700 x 1600 mm. Weight: 300 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
AEDC.pdf
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TFDC. Computer Controlled Teaching Frigorific Tank

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
1 Unit: TFDC. Teaching Frigorific Tank 6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 TFDC. Unit:
Tank, covers and lining built in stainless steel. Also all the surfaces in contact with the milk are made of stainless steel, with a
degree of refined appropriate polishing. Printed bottom with evaporator that assures the maximum efficiency and minimum
consumption (1,5 Kw/100 L, 1, 8 Kw/100L). Effective isolation by means of injected polyurethane to increase, increments of
temperature in the milk. Inclination of the bottom to achieve a quick casting. Started anti-air the milk to archive the volume
measurement, in the tank. Automatic operation of the cooling group and the stirrer to assure a good homogenization of the
milk. Coolant. Adjustable legs. Volume measurement of the milk. Compensated hinge. Frame of stainless steel. Sensors:
temperature sensors and level sensor.
2 TFDC/CIB. Control Interface Box:
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous

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visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 TFDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
TFDC.pdf

EDLC. Computer Controlled Teaching Machine for Putting in Plastic Packing Liquids

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EDLC. Teaching Machine for

Putting in Plastic Packing Liquids
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 EDLC. Unit:
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Starting from a virgin polyethylene roll the machine give forms, it put in the amount and fill the bags. They are adapted for all
type of liquid milk, juices, etc. Fill 1/8 to 1L. All parts in contact with the milk, done by stainless steel. Unroll system with step of
the film. Vertical chuck with date engraving. Horizontal chuck. Dosage system for the liquid. Control board. Automatism for
the manual control. Heating with two impulse generators. 3 phase + neutral + earth. It needs 100L/h of cooling water. It
needs 6 bars compressed air. Power, 1 KW.
2 EDLC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in
the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control
software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 EDLC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
EDLC.pdf
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EDSC. Computer Controlled Teaching Machine for Putting into a Container Solids

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EDSC. Teaching Machine for

Putting into a Container Solids SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 EDSC. Unit:
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
Dose time programming. With possibility of creating a small aspiration after each dose, to avoid leakages. Possibility of
adjusting the doses directly on the front keyboard. Possibility of working in continuous. Possibility of working in automatic way
with regulation of the time of stop among almost dose. Cadence settles down. Possibility of working in manual, by means of
switch of button. Possibility of programming certain quantity of dose with systematic counts of the doses. Dose accountant.
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Capability of 10 memories to establish the parameters of the doses or memorization of the regulations of the doser for 10
products and different volumes. Possibility of dosing liquids, and mash products of different densities, auxiliary coupling and
discoupling elements as the product needs (Yoghurt, butter, sauces patés, juices, etc.).
2 EDSC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 EDSC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
EDSC.pdf

ROUC. Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

3 4
2
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: ROUC. Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 ROUC. Unit: 1.- Practical training in ultrafiltration an
Laboratory Scale Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit designed to study and to provide practical reverse osmosis processing techniques.
training in these downstream processing techniques. As well as the processing of the whey, the membranes can be also used 2.- Protein standardisation in the
to demonstrate, for example: clarification and concentration of fruit juices, potabilization of water, pre-concentration of milk
for cheese manufacturing, etc. production of fermented milk products
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. such as concentration of skimmed milk
Stainless steel feed tank (15 l. approx. capacity). Three head positive displacement feed pump. Inverter that controls the for yoghurt production.
pump motor. Membrane module: two tubular membranes connected in series. Process control valve. Plates heat exchanger 3.- Pre-concentration of milk for cheese
for the concentrate. Permeate stainless steel collecting tank (15 l. approx. capacity). manufacture.
6 Temperature sensors. Pressure sensor. Flow sensor (water inlet). 4.- Concentration of fruit juices.
Different models of membranes are supplied. Rapid changeover from Reverse Osmosis to Ultrafiltration and back. All 5.- Clarification of fruit juices.
elements in contact with the process fluid are constructed from hygienic design materials such as stainless steel, PTFE and 6.- Water potabilization.
silicone rubber.
2 ROUC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
7.- Demonstration of the effect of varying
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the following process parameters on
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time separation performance:
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Process pressure.
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the - Product flow rate.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of - Process temperature.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software. 8.- Applications of concentration,
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: clarification, fractionation and
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 standardization of milk, fruit juices,
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. vegetables juices, etc.
4 ROUC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 9.- Treatment of effluent.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 10.- Membrane cleaning and maintenance.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 11.- Enzime, antibiotics and organic acids
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. recovery in permeate.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 800 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 180 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 12.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ 13-31.- Practices with PLC.
ROUC.pdf
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VPMC. Computer Controlled Multipurpose Processing Vessel

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 Unit:VPMC. Multipurpose Processing Vessel
Items supplied as standard
1 VPMC. Unit:
The VPMC unit developed by EDIBON is a type batch equipment, suitable to demonstrate the different mixing processes in the 1.- Study of different process, with
alimentary industry. As it is a multiprocess vessel, several mixing tasks will be able to be carried out. Furthermore, it has a their adequate instrumentation,
temperature control necessary to make easier the mixing tasks which require it, such as the help to carry out the complex using heating and cooling
emulsion tasks. The VPMC unit has all the necessary to: mix, emulsify, heat, pasteurise, incubate, cool, chill, cure. systems.
As well as the preparation of food products for further processing, it allows to produce finished products in batch sizes from 5 up

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to 30 liters maximum. 2.- General emulsion study.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel.
Stainless steel jacketed process vessel, capacity: 30 litres. Batch sizes: from 5 up to 30 litres (depending on the mixture being 3.- Batch pasteurization of milk.
processed). Maximum vessel contents temperature: 85º C. Heating resistance, computer controlled, of 3000 W.
Emulsifier/Mixer unit of high speed with DC motor, this emulsifier is computer controlled; speed range: 0-8000 rpm. 4 Different 4.- Processing of fermented milk
emulsifier heads are supplied. Chilled water circulation system: chilling unit with 500 W compressor motor and water products.
recirculating centrifugal pump, computer controlled. PID control of the temperature of the product into the process vessel.
4 Temperature sensors to measure: products temperature in the vessel, temperatures for controlling the water temperature. 5.- Yogurt production.
Flow rate of cold or chilled water is controlled. Level switch in the process vessel to protect the heating resistance.
2 VPMC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 6.- Preparation and curing of ice
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous cream mix.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 7.- Preparation of margarine and soft
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at spread emulsions.
any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved
in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. 8.- Heat transfer measurement.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
9.- Heat transfer calculations.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 10.- Study of general heating, cooling
4 VPMC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
and chilling.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. Other possible practices:
5 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
6 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 11.- Sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 800 x 800 x 1250 mm. Weight: 150 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ 12-30.- Practices with PLC.
VPMC.pdf

TPCC. Computer Controlled Contact Plate Freezer

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
1 Unit: TPCC. Contact Plate Freezer (Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 TPCC. Unit: 1.- Study of industrial freezing process.
The TPCC unit has as aim to introduce the students to quick freezing processes, to their advantages compared with 2.- Study of food preservation.
conventional freezing processes, as well as to proceed to the study of the thermodynamic process, through which such 3.- Study the effect of freezing on food.
freezing is obtained. Basically, this unit is made up of a refrigeration circuit. The unit has been designed to observe the 4.- Investigate the effect on the freezing
thermodynamic changes occured during the process, for a given coolant, allowing the study of the refrigeration cycle. process of parameters such as the
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Coolant shape of the product, portion size,
compressor. Air condenser. High pressure control. Coolant accumulation tank. Expansion valve. Four-way valve. the packaging, etc.
Evaporator-freezer, with two freezing plates of 180 mm x 280 mm. Plate temperature (both plates): <-35ºC. 5.- To evaluate the difference between
fast freezing and domestic freezing.
8 Temperature sensors: 2 temperature sensors (temperature measurement of the coolant) and 6 temperature sensors 6.- Freezing rates.
(temperature measurement of the food). 2 Manometers. Enthalpy diagram of the coolant R404a. 7.- Study of fast freezing vs slow
2 TPCC/CIB. Control Interface Box : freezing.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 8.- Temperature sensing.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. 9.- Taste and texture assessments.
Real time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 10.- Study of the deep-freezing process
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the effect: structural.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 11.- Study of the deep-freezing process
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third effect: compositional.
one in the control software. 12.- Study of the deep-freezing process
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: effect: sensorial.
13.- Study of the thermal process.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 14.- Study the effect of the temperature
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. on bacteria.
4 TPCC /CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 15.- Quality control.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 16.- Quality assurance.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 17.- Freezing curves analysis.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 18.- Links with Physics (refrigeration) and
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. with Biology(food structure).
Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 900 x 600 x 500 mm. Weight: 90 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 19.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ 20-38.- Practices with PLC.
TPCC.pdf
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QEDC. Computer Controlled Batch Solvent Extraction and Desolventising Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: QEDC. Batch Solvent Extraction and

Desolventising Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 QEDC. Unit:
1.- Effect of degree of pretreatment of
Unit designed to allow instruction/teaching and research into the principle of solid-liquid extraction. It is capable of carrying
out a variety of solid/liquid extractions (particularly suitable for edible oils from oil-bearing seeds) and desolventising both the solid material on extraction
extracted solids and the miscella. Batch process. efficiency.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Anodized aluminium and steel structure.
Elements in contact with process material are constructed in stainless steel, borosilicate glass, etc. 2.- Effect of extraction time.
Extractor vessel. (100 l. total volume which allows a solids working capacity of 25 kg.) Miscella vessel (30 l. volume). Waste
water tank (15 l. volume). Solvent condenser. Solvent water separator tank (16 l. volume). Solvent pump (centrifugal type). 3.- Effect of drain time.
Vacuum pump (diaphragm type). Temperature, Pressure and Flow sensors.
4.- Study the effect of solvent type.
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Flameproof electrical equipment is specified to be compatible with most common solvents.

Modes of operation: extraction by washing with clean solvent, extraction by recirculating miscella, desolventising extracted 5.- Effect of solvent percolation rate.
material and desolventising miscella.
2 QEDC/CIB. Control Interface Box 6.- Effect of process temperature.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 7.- Effect of process pressure.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, 8.- Method of solvent recovery.
at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters
involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the 9.- Degree of solvent recovery.
control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 10.-Operation of small scale version of
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 industrial processes.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 QEDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 11.-Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
12- 30.- Practices with PLC.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1800 x 1000 x 1800 mm. Weight: 750 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
QEDC.pdf

AFPMC. Computer Controlled Plate and Frame Filter Press

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: AFPMC. Plate and Frame Filter Press

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 AFPMC. Unit:
This unit has been designed to demonstrate the filtration and clarification processes suitable for chemical, 1.- Learning the fundamental principle
pharmaceutical, food and beverage industries, etc. and method of operation of a plate
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel and frame filter press.
with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 2.- Study of filtration and clarification
The unit includes: A tank to produce the suspension. A pump, computer controlled, to deliver the suspension to the plate and processes.
frame filter press. A plate and filter press. (Four plates and four frames). Four grades of filter media are supplied, for: pre-coat
filtration, coarse claryfying, polishing and sterilisation. A tank with level scale for filtrate. Pressure sensors. Temperature sensor. 3.- Demonstration of pre-coat filtration.
Filtrate flow meter. Turbidity sensor.
2 AFPMC/CIB. Control Interface Box: 4.- Production of a suspension.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- Fundamentals of cake filtration.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 6.- Demonstration of Darcy’s Law.
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any 7.- Determination of medium and cake
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in
the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control software. resistance.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 8.- Variation in time of filtrate quantity
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 and solid concentration in filtrate.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 AFPMC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 9.- Mass of filter cake in function of
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up to filtrate quantity.
250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. Other possible practices:
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 10.- Sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1650 x 800 x 1550 mm. Weight: 120 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 11-29.- Practices with PLC.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/
AFPMC.pdf
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12.2-
DSNC. Computer Controlled Teaching Cream Separator

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: DSNC. Teaching Cream Separator

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 DNSC. Unit: 1.- Contribution to a better understanding
This unit is designed to provide a practical training in the technique of separation of the different phases present in a liquid,
according to the density of each one of the parts. We take the separation of the cream from the milk, reaching efficiency of of the industrial process, by means of
125 l/h. operating a scale system.
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 2.- Study of the separation of different
Throughputs up to 125 l. per hour can be obtained depending on degree of separation. Feed vessel (10 l. capacity) of density liquids.
anodized aluminium which can be replenished as necessary. Collectors for cream and skimmed milk with exit openings
(outlets). Separator bowl incorporates 19 dics (plates). Motor. Speed control from the computer (PC). Speed sensor. Force 3.- Production of different types of
sensor. cream by using milks with different

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Accessories included: stop clock, glass graduated vessels (for product collecting), allen key, brushes. greasy matter contents, 11% to 55%.
The unit can be easily dismantled. Materials in contact with the process fluid are anodised aluminium, stainless steel, rubber
and polypropylene. 4.- Production of a range of skimmed
2 DNSC/CIB. Control Interface Box: milks with different contents of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous greasy matter.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 5.- To demonstrate the effect of the
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the temperature and the speed in the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of separating process.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one
in the control software. 6.- To show the importance of cleanness
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: and hygiene in food processing.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 7.- Understanding the mode of
4 DNSC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: operation of this type of centrifuge,
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up using instructive diagrams and ease
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. of strip down the component parts.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 500 x 500 x 500 mm. Weight: 40 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 8.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/ 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
DSNC.pdf

EMANC. Computer Controlled Butter Maker Teaching Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: EMANC. Butter Maker Teaching Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 EMANC. Unit:
This unit has been designed to provide practical training in butter making. 1.- Production of butter from different
The main structure of EMANC is a 25 liter stainless steel tank. On the upper part, a (stainless steel)lid with four braces (two on types of milk.
each side) seals the tank. There is a round window to visualize the state of the inner product. Within the tank, a set of blades
churn the product. 2.- Production of butter by different
The motor is the most important element of the unit, since it makes the blades roll. It is controlled by two switches, a green one methods with analytical and
to start and the red one to stop. Besides these switches, the process can be controlled by the computer through the interface. qualitative resolutions.
A security system (magnetic sensor) blocks the blades while the lid is not in place. The blades can be removed thanks to a
releasing knob, what helps cleaning the interior. 3.- Temperature study and agitation
There exist two valves. The upper valve allows the inlet of fresh water for washing the butter. The lower valve has a draining during the process.
function for both the water and buttermilk.
Up to 13 liters of cream may be used on a single batch. Approx. 0.5 kg of butter produced out of 1.5 kg of cream. 4.- “Phase inversion” of the oil/water
Computer controlled electric motor and agitator. Temperature sensor. Speed sensor. emulsion which occurs in churning.
2 EMANC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 5.- Thermodynamic evolution analysis
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered of the butter production process.
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 6.- Duration influence study of the final
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one product process.
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 7.- Influence study of the turning speed
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 in the final product quality.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 EMANC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 8.- Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 550 x 470 x 410 mm. Weight: 30 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/
EMANC.pdf
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 43 www.edibon.com
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AUHTC. Computer Controlled UHT Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
1 Unit: AUHTC. UHT Unit
PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 AUHTC. Unit: 1.- To demonstrate the infusion type
UHT processing unit employing the direct fluid into steam heating method. This liquid into steam batch process unit will UHT process.
accept feedstock batch sizes up to 0.5 l. Main elements in contact with process fluids in stainless steel. Feed vessel (2 litres
capacity). Steam heating vessel with atomiser spray head. Vacuum vessel with vapour/liquid separator. Recessed water bath 2.- Study of the effects of the process on
with cooling coil. Max. Temp.: 150º C. Vacuum pump with variable vacuum. Steam drying and air and steam sterilizing quality value of the product.
filters. Control valves. Sample size: up to 0.5 litres. Pressure sensors. Temperature sensors. Control and temporization of
holding, process and drain times. 3.- Study of the effects of the process on
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2 AUHTC/CIB. Control Interface Box: nutritional value of the product.

With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 4.- Variation of temperatures and
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to holding times.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 5.- Study of the degree of destruction of
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
microorganisms such as mesophilic
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
and thermophilic spores.
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 6.- Processing of several small batches
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 consecutively.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 AUHTC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: Other possible practices:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 7.- Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 8-26.- Practices with PLC.
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 1000 x 600 x 1700 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/
AUHTC.pdf

PADC. Computer Controlled Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: PADC. Teaching Autonomous Pasteurization Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PADC. Unit: 1.- Setting up; filling of the circuit of
Metallic structure. Diagram in the front panel. Pasteurization capacity: 250 l./h. Water flow in the exchange section: 750 l./h. water.
Thermal Cycle: 4-56-72-20 ºC. Retention time: 20 seconds at 250 l./h. of milk. Water temperature in the heating section: 2.- Set up of the pasteurization plant;
operation with water.
79ºC. Plates in the regeneration section: 17. Plates in the pasteurization process: 9. Start tank. Heat exchanger. Milk pump. 3.- Determination of the relation
Water pump. Water tank with heating resistance. Retention milk tank. Expansion water tank. Water temperature sensor. Milk between the heating water
temperature sensor. Milk inlet valve. 3 On/Off valves. Defective valve 250/500l. Water fill valve. Purge valve. Safety valve. temperature in function of the liquid
Pneumatic Valve. flow to pasteurize.
2 PADC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 4.- Determination of the survival curve
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the different bacterial floras.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 5.- Determination of the threshold
temperature for a constant warning
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to time of the milk.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 6.- Determination of the necessary time
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of to obtain a desired sterility volume.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 7.- Determination of the thermal
one in the control software. reduction time curve.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 8.- Cleaning of the unit with sodium
hydroxide.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 9.- Cleaning of the unit with nitric acid.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 10.- Manual cleaning of the heat
4 PADC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: exchanger.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up Other possible practices:
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 11.- Sensors calibration.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 12.- Method for direct count with a
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Microscope.
13.- Method for direct count with Agar
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1250 x 850 x 1550 mm. Weight: 120 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. plates.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologybasic/ 14-32.- Practices with PLC.
PADC.pdf
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12.2-
PASC. Computer Controlled Laboratory Pasteuriser

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PASC. Laboratory Pasteuriser

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
1 PASC. Unit: Items supplied as standard 1.- Study of the HTST pasteurisation of
The PASC unit is a small scale continuous pasteurizer developed by EDIBON. It utilizes the process known as HTST (High alimentary products.
Temperature Short Time) pasteurization, which simulates conditions of a real plant and allows pasteurization of small product 2.- Study of the destruction of damaging
quantities in a short time. organisms.
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel.
Pasteurisation capacity: 30l./h. Feed tank of 5 litres of capacity. Dosing feed pump, computer controlled. 3.- Calibration of the peristaltic feed
Water heating system, composed of: centrifugal pump (computer controlled), heating resistance (computer controlled), pump.
stainless steel tank, PID control from the computer of the tank water temperature, flow sensor for the hot water. 4.- Start of the pasteurisation plant;
Plates heat exchanger divided in three sections: Nº of plates in the interchanging section: 6, Nº of plates in the pasteurisation operation with water.

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section: 13, Nº of plates in the cooling section: 6. Retention time: 20 seconds at 30 l./h. (approx. for milk). 5.- Determination of the relation
It also has a product cooling stage for it conservation. Water refrigeration circuit. Flow sensor for the cooling water. between the heating water
Pasteurised Food Production Automatic System, composed of a three-way, solenoid electrovalve, computer controlled, which
also makes easier the CIP (Clean In Place) process. temperature according to the liquid
10 Temperature sensors measure the product temperature, hot and cold water, tank water temperature. flow to pasteurise.
2 PASC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 6.- Determination of the survival curve
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the different bacterial floras.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 7.- Determination of the threshold
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to temperature for a constant warming
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID time of the product to treat.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 8.- Determination of the necessary time
one in the control software. to obtain a desired sterility volume.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 9.- Determination of the thermal
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 reduction time curve.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 10.- Study and application of the CIP
4 PASC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up cleaning of the pasteuriser.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 11.- Study of different chemical cleaning
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. methods.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 800 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 12.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/ 13-31.- Practices with PLC.
PASC.pdf

CCDC. Computer Controlled Teaching Curdled Tank

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: CCDC. Teaching Curdled Tank

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 CCDC. Unit:
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Dutch model. Rectangular with
semicircular ends. Made in stainless steel.
Speed controlled. Temperature control for water and milk. Combined court liras and stirrer. Querflow and prepress bath
plates. Coil of stainless steel, for heating the water shirt, using water or steam in closed circuit. Adjustable legs. Capacity:
500 l. Sensors of: temperature and speed.
2 CCDC/CIB. Control Interface Box:
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 CCDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/
CCDC.pdf
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PVQC. Computer Controlled Teaching Cheese Vertical Press

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
1 Unit: PVQC. Teaching Cheese Vertical Press - From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Items supplied as standard
1 PVQC. Unit:
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. Built in stainless steel. Compression by
spring. 12 molds approximate capacity.
2 PVQC/CIB. Control Interface Box:
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the parameters, at any
moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in
the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in the control
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software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PVQC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/
PVQC.pdf

IYDC. Computer Controlled Teaching Yogurt Incubator

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
1 Unit: IYDC. Teaching Yogurt Incubator - From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 IYDC. Unit: 1.- Making of yogurt.
The objective of this unit is to teach to the students, in the most visual way as possible, the production of yoghurt, as well as the
physical parameters that can be measured with this unit. This unit is designed as yogurt maker or yogurt heater. The yogurt 2.- O b t a i n e d y o g u r t acidity
maker consists of a series of shelves where the containers, in which the yoghurt will be formed, will placed. measurements.
It has a resistance to control the process of heating needed for making yoghurt, an a fan that avoids that the unit overheats. A
temperature sensor has been added to the unit, so the temperature of the unit can be computer controlled in any moment 3.- O b t a i n e d y o g u r t viscocity
through the interface. Also, it has incorporated and electrode connected to the interface to control the proper pH to make measurements.
yoghurt.
4.- Measurement of the two main
Unit with enameled chassis and with reinforced isolation. Stainless steel AISI 304 main body. 3000 W resistance, computer
bacteria used for making yogurt.
K

controlled.
2 Temperature sensors. pH sensor with electrolyte solution. Fan, computer controlled, 250 ml vessel. Several mobile grills. 5.- Comparison of the results in function
Safety switch (alarm open door). Temperature digital controller with sensor. Manual or Computer Control switch. of the beaker placement inside of the
Unit on/off switch. Unit on/off indicator led. Safety indicator led (alarm open door). Resistance on/off indicator led. yogurt incubator.
Sensors connectors and resistance and fan connectors to interface (computer control).
2 IYDC/CIB. Control Interface Box: 6.- Viscosity change in function of the
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous yogurt pH.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
7.- Differences in yoghurt when using
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
whole milk or skim milk.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 8.- Control System. temperature sensor
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third calibration.
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 9.- Control System. pH sensor calibration.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 10-28.- Practices with PLC.
4 IYDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 610 x 600 x 1400 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/
IYDC.pdf
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12.2-
RDC. Computer Controlled Teaching Cottage Cheese Maker

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

Detail of the pH Sensor

input through upper
part of the unit.
2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
Detail of the temperature
Unit external view: sensor into the tank.
temperature sensor
and level sensor input.
1 Unit: RDC. Teaching Cottage Cheese Maker SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1RDC. Unit: 1.- Lactowhey obtaining.
“RDC” Unit has the objective to introduce student the form more easy in the production of curd-cheese and to study of
chemistry parameters. 2.- Cottage cheese obtaining.
Structure and main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in
the real unit. 3.- Obtained cottage cheese acidity

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Stainless steel tank (45 litres approx.), with water jacket. Electric resistance with protection, 6KW, computer controlled. measurements.
Temperature PID control from the computer (PC). Whey outlet valve. Water outlet valve. Water inlet valve. Drain pipe and
vapour outlet. Required time for the process 45 min. Work temperature between 70-90ºC. Thermostat. Sensors: pH sensor, 4.- Obtained cottage cheese efficiency
level sensor, temperature sensor. determinations.
2 RDC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
5.- Cottage cheese by means the
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time traditional process obtaining.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 6.- Cottage cheese elaboration (no
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of traditional processes).
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 7.- Acidity comparative studies in
one in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: different cottage cheeses.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 8.- Proteins concentration determination
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. in function of the temperature.
4 RDC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up Other possible practices:
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 9.- Temperature sensor calibration.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
10.- pH sensor calibration.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 700 x 700 x 1700 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/ 11-29.- Practices with PLC.
RDC.pdf
AEQC. Computer Controlled Cheese Vat and Cheese Making Accesories

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: AEQC. Cheese Vat

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1AEQC. Unit: Study and investigation of the processes
The Cheese Vat (AEQC) provides practical training in the production of cheese, and it can be an ideal unit for applied for the cheese production:
research.
The vat is manufactured in stainless steel. Vat working capacity of 10 litres approx. Agitator, computer controlled. Perforated 1.- Heating and agitating milk.
strainer fits into the vat outlet to facilitate efficient draining. Outlet valve. Heating resistance, computer controlled. Water is 2.- Holding milk at exact temperature
circulated through a vat jacket. Circulating pump, computer controlled. Over-temperature cut-out device. for addition of starter culture and
Sensors: pH sensor, temperature sensors. rennet.
Optional (not included in the standard supply): 3.- Holding at temperature during
AEQC-A. Cheese Making Accessories: coagulation.
Designed to be used with the Computer Controlled Cheese Vat (AEQC). 4.- Cutting and heating the curd.
All metallic elements in stainless steel. Heating and agitating accurately to
Using these accessories operations as: curd cutting, cheedaring, pressing and pH determination (chemical) can be “scald” the curd.
carry out.
2 AEQC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 5.- To maintain the higher temperature
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous and agitating during more time.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 6.- Settling the curd.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to 7.- To draw the whey.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 8.- Milling.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 9.- Addition of salt.
one in the control software. 10.- Temperature control.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 11.- pH control.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 12.-Using the optional accessories:
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. Cheese Making Accessories (AEQC-
4 AEQC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: A), it is possible to carry out these
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up operations: pressing, curd cutting,
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. cheddaring, etc.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 600 x 350 x 450 mm. Weight: 55 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 13.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologymilk/ 14-32.- Practices with PLC.
AEQC.pdf
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PACC. Computer Controlled Continuous Cycle Oil Production Plant

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: PACC. Continuous Cycle Oil Production Plant

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PACC. Unit: 1.- Obtaining of Oil (olive, avocado,
Unit in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. colza, sunflower).
Hopper (200 Kg capacity).
Grinding unit (6000 rpm). 2.- Obtained oil acidity measurement.
Mixing unit (50 Kg capacity).
Decanter with two phases, one for oil separation and other for water + paste separation. The decanter has double speed: 3.- Determination of the performance
depending on the decanter
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6000 and 5700 rpm. The decanter has 6 screws to control the quantity of the extracted oil.
Two speed controllers, one for controlling the decanter speed and other for controlling the decanter feed speed. centrifugation speed.
Sensors: flow sensor, 2 load cells, force sensors and temperature sensor. 4.- Determination of performance
Level switch. depending on the type of food
Five motors, two of them with speed control. product used for oil production.
Fixed protections in all parts with movement for avoiding any contact with the hands. Grille of protection on the hopper with
borings. Electric blockage. Electric protection for electric current overload. Control board blockage with IP 54 protection 5.- Study of the influence of the
class. collection time in the performance.
Components in contact with the food product in stainless steel.
Isolated structure. 6.- Comparative study of the oil
Vibrations balancing system. performance depending if the food
External unit, with anodized aluminium structure, for product collecting, with weighing system (2 Load Cells (50 Kg each product for its production has been
one)). just recollected or if previously it has
This unit has 2 stainless steel aluminium tanks (capacity 50 l. each one). been put in the sun to dry.
Extraction speed: 50 kg/ hour. Power: 3 KW. Oil obtained has a temperature between 22-26ºC and an acidity approx. :
0.4º. 7.- Practice of cleaning the unit.
2 PACC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 8.- Control System. Temperature Sensor
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous Calibration.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 9.- Control System. Flow Sensor
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the Calibration.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one 10.-Flow Sensor Hysteresis Study.
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
11.-Load Cell SF-1 and SF-2 Calibration.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 12.-Decanter Supply System Calibration.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PACC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 13-31.- Practices with PLC.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1500 x 800 x 1700 mm. Weight: 300 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/foodtechnologyoil/
PACC.pdf

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LE00. Process Plant for Dairy Products with Scada-Net System “ESN”

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items included in the supply:
1 LE00. Process Plant for Dairy Products complete as specifications.
2 Control Interface Box. This Process Plant has the target of:
3 Data Acquisition Board. Research, Teaching, Production and
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management. It permits the following control and
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. process aspects:
7 PLC Control Software.
8 Computers and local network included. - Analysis of all phases of the product
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. transformation, from reception to
10 Manuals for: packaging.
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, - Qualitative evaluation of the finished
Maintenance, Calibration, etc.
product as function of the productive
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY operations performed.
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. - Experimentation on the efficiency of
! Control Interface Box: the different chemical products used
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the preservation process.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Organization of procedures for
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID continuous quality control of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of production operations.
parameters involved in the process.
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: - Execution of procedures for
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up disinfection and sanification of the
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. equipment.
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which administrative aspects concerning
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. food adulteration.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 11 to 300 liters, to provide the use for teaching, the production and research. - Manual and computer control
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: operation.
Plates Filter (Filtrade).
Refrigerated tank (Refrigeration). - Sensors calibration systems.
Pasteurization unit (Pasteurization). - SCADA systems and local net.
Homogenization unit (Homogenization).
Yogurt maker (Obtain yogur).
Cheese maket (Obtain curd).
Ice-cream maker (Obtain ice-cream).
Freeze dryer (Freeze dried).
Dehydratation unit (Dehydration).
Press unit (Obtain cheese).
Butter Maker unit (Obtain butter).
Cream Separator unit (Skim).
Tank to salting, storage and maturation (Salting and maduration).
Packing unit (Packing).
UHT unit(UHT process).
Bottling unit (Bottling).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions = 14000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3200 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/LE00.pdf www.edibon.com
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CA00. Process Plant for Meat with Scada-Net System “ESN”
12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 CA00. Process Plant for Meat complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board. future businessman platform.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management. It permits the following control and
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. process aspects:
7 PLC Control Software. - Analysis of all phases of the product
8 Computers and local network included. transformation, from reception to
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. packaging.
10 Manuals for:
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, - Qualitative evaluation of the finished
Maintenance, Calibration, etc. product as function of the productive
operations performed.
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY
- Experimentation on the efficiency of
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. the different chemical products used
! Control Interface Box: for the preservation process.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time - Organization of procedures for
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to continuous quality control of the
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID production operations.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of - Execution of procedures for
parameters involved in the process.
disinfection and sanification of the
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: equipment.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. administrative aspects concerning
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which food adulteration.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control - Manual and computer control
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. operation.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 200 kg, to provide the use for teaching, the production and research.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: - Sensors calibration systems.
Standard Scale (Weighing). - SCADA systems and local net.
Cutter (Chopping).
Tank to seasoning (Seasoning).
Kneading unit (Kneading).
Filling/Stuffing unit (Filling/Stuffing).
Dehydration and Maturing unit (Dehydration and maturation).
Deboing unit (Deboing).
Syringing unit (Brine syringing).
Moulding unit (Moulding).
Cooling unit (Cooling).
Packing unit(Packing).
Cooking unit (Cooking).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions= 12000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3000 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/CA00.pdf
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12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
CI00. Process Plant for Citrus Fruits with Scada-Net System “ESN”

12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items included in the supply:
1 CI00. Process Plant for Citrus Fruits complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. It permits the following control and
7 PLC Control Software.
8 Computers and local network included. process aspects:
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc.
- Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time the different chemical products used
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to for the preservation process.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID - Organization of procedures for
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. continuous quality control of the
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: production operations.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up - Execution of procedures for
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. disinfection and sanification of the
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which equipment.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control - Analysis of ambient pollution
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 300 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. problems caused by the presence of
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: agro-industry.
Selector (Selection). - Evaluation of technical, legal and
Standard scale (Weighing).
Washing bath (Washing). administrative aspects concerning
Peeler Unit (Peeled). food adulteration.
Pressed unit (Pressed). - Manual and computer control
Plates Filter (Filtration). operation.
Centrifugation unit (Centrifugation).
Pasteurization unit (Pasteurization). - Sensors calibration systems.
Cutter (Size reduction).
Freeze Dryer (Freeze dried). - SCADA systems and local net.
Stainless steel tank to enzymatic treatment (Enzymatic treatment).
Desaireation tank (Desaireation).
Tank with agitation and resistance (Warming).
Homogenization unit (Homogenization).
Stainless steel tank to sugar addiction (Sugar addiction):
Freezer (Frozen).
Bottling unit (Bottling).
Packing unit (Packing).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions =12000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3000 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/CI00.pdf www.edibon.com
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 10 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
FR00. Process Plant for Fruits with Scada-Net System “ESN”
12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 FR00. Process Plant for Fruits complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board. future businessman platform.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. It permits the following control and
7 PLC Control Software. process aspects:
8 Computers and local network included.
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc. - Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID - Organization of procedures for
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of continuous quality control of the
parameters involved in the process.
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: production operations.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up - Execution of procedures for
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. disinfection and sanification of the
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software.
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which equipment.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control - Evaluation of technical, legal and
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 300 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. administrative aspects concerning
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: food adulteration.
Selector (Selection). - Manual and computer control
Standard scale (Weighing). operation.
Washing bath (Washing).
Destoning unit (Destoning). - Sensors calibration systems.
Peeled unit (Peeled).
Pressed unit (Extraction). - SCADA systems and local net.
Plates Filter (Filtered).
Tank to Enzymatic Treatments (Enzimatic treatments).
Blending and Mixing unit (Blending and Mixing).
Centrifugation unit (Centrifugation).
Freezer (Frozen).
Freezer-dryer (Freezer dryer).
Pasteurization unit (Pasteurization).
Desaireation unit (Desaireation).
Homogenization unit (Homogenization).
Aseptic packing unit (Aseptic packing).
Bottling unit (Bottling).
Tank with resistance (Thermal treatment).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions = 12000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3000 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/FR00.pdf
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 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
VE00. Process Plant for Vegetables with Scada-Net System “ESN”

12. Food & Water Technologies

12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 VE00. Process Plant for Vegetables complete as specifications.
2 Control Interface Box. This Process Plant has the target of:
3 Data Acquisition Board. Research, Teaching, Production and
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories.
7 PLC Control Software. It permits the following control and
8 Computers and local network included. process aspects:
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety,
Maintenance, Calibration, etc. packaging.
- Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID - Organization of procedures for
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of continuous quality control of the
parameters involved in the process. production operations.
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: - Execution of procedures for
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up disinfection and sanification of the
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. equipment.
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which administrative aspects concerning
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control food adulteration.
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens.
- Manual and computer control
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 800 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. operation.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved:
Selector (Selection). - Sensors calibration systems.
Standard Scale (Weighing). - SCADA systems and local net.
Washing Bath (Washing).
Blanched unit (Blanching).
Peeler (Peeled).
Cutter (Cutting).
Dehydrated unit (Dehydration).
Freeze Dryer (Freeze dryed).
Freezer (Frozen).
Packing and adictional brine unit (Packing and brine adicttion).
Stainless steel tank with resistance (Thermal Treatment).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions = 15000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3500 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/VE00.pdf www.edibon.com
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 10 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
AS00. Process Plant for Seeds Oil with Scada-Net System “ESN”
12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 AS00. Process Plant for Seeds Oil complete as specifications.
This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box.
3 Data Acquisition Board. Research, Teaching, Production and
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories.
7 PLC Control Software. It permits the following control and
8 Computers and local network included. process aspects:
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc.
- Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Organization of procedures for
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID continuous quality control of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of production operations.
parameters involved in the process. - Execution of procedures for
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: disinfection and sanification of the
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up equipment.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. administrative aspects concerning
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which food adulteration.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control - Manual and computer control
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. operation.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 380 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. - Sensors calibration systems.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: - SCADA systems and local net.
Standard Scale (Weighing).
Oven (Brown of sunflower seed).
Machine to crush, decant and centrifuge (Crushing, Centrifugation and Decantation).
Dehydrate machine.
Plates filter.
Pulverizer.
Bottling Plant.
Packaging Machine.
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions = 14000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3200 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/AS00.pdf
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12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
AC00. Process Plant for Olive Oil with Scada-Net System “ESN”

12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items included in the supply:
1 AC00. Process Plant for Olive Oil complete as specifications.
2 Control Interface Box. This Process Plant has the target of:
3 Data Acquisition Board. Research, Teaching, Production and
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories.
7 PLC Control Software. It permits the following control and
8 Computers and local network included. process aspects:
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc.
- Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Organization of procedures for
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID continuous quality control of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of production operations.
parameters involved in the process.
- Execution of procedures for
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: disinfection and sanification of the
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up equipment.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. administrative aspects concerning
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which food adulteration.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control - Manual and computer control
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. operation.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 200 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. - Sensors calibration systems.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: - SCADA systems and local net.
Standard Scale (Weighing).
Washing bath to olives (Washing).
Unit to crush, decant and centrifuge (Crushing, Centrifugation and Decanting).
Dehydration unit (Dehydration).
Pulverization unit (Pulverization).
Plates filter (Filtration).
Bottling unit (Bottling).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions = 14000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3200 Kg. approx.

More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/

foodtechnologypilotplants/AC00.pdf
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 10 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
TO00. Process Plant for Tomatoes with Scada-Net System “ESN”
12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 TO00. Process Plant for Tomatoes complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board. future businessman platform.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. It permits the following control and
7 PLC Control Software. process aspects:
8 Computers and local network included.
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc. - Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
operations performed.
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID - Organization of procedures for
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of continuous quality control of the
parameters involved in the process.
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: production operations.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity - Execution of procedures for
up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. disinfection and sanification of the
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which any equipment.
student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control is unique - Evaluation of technical, legal and
and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 300 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. administrative aspects concerning
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: food adulteration.
Selector (Selection). - Manual and computer control
Standard scale (Weighing).
Washing Bath (Washing). operation.
Peeler unit (Peeled). - Sensors calibration systems.
Crusher (Crusher).
Packing unit (Packing). - SCADA systems and local net.
Seaming unit (Seaming).
Stainless steel tank to thermal treatment (Thermal treatment).
Plates Filter (Filtered).
Centrifugation unit (Centrifugation).
Pasteurization unit (Pasteurization).
Homogenization unit (Homogenization).
Drying unit (Drying).Aseptic packing unit (Aseptic packing)
Desaireation tank (Desaireation).
Press unit (Pressed).
Tank with resistance (Thermal treatment).
Packing unit (Bottling).
Mixing and Dosing unit (Mixing and Dosing).
Scalded unit (Scalded).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions =15000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3500 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/TO00.pdf
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 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
UV00. Process Plant for Grapes with Scada-Net System “ESN”

12. Food & Water Technologies

12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 UV00. Process Plant for Grapes complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management.
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. It permits the following control and
7 PLC Control Software.
8 Computers and local network included. process aspects:
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. - Analysis of all phases of the product
10 Manuals for: transformation, from reception to
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, packaging.
Maintenance, Calibration, etc.
- Qualitative evaluation of the finished
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY product as function of the productive
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. operations performed.
! Control Interface Box: - Experimentation on the efficiency of
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous the different chemical products used
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time for the preservation process.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Organization of procedures for
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID continuous quality control of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of production operations.
parameters involved in the process. - Execution of procedures for
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: disinfection and sanification of the
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up equipment.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. administrative aspects concerning
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which food adulteration.
any student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized,the control - Manual and computer control
is unique and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. operation.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 5 to 300 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. - Sensors calibration systems.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: - SCADA systems and local net.
Standard Scale (Weighing).
Extractor unit (Extraction).
Plates Filter (Filtrate).
Pasteurized unit (Pasteurization).
Stalk removing unit (Stalk removing and sulphured).
Centrifuge (Centrifugation).
Fermentation unit (Wine fermentation).
Bottling unit (Bottling).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions= 12000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3000 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/UV00.pdf
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 10 12.4- Food Technology (Pilot Plants)
CE00. Process Plant for Cereals with Scada-Net System “ESN”
12. Food & Water Technologies

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items included in the supply:
1 CE00. Process Plant for Cereals complete as specifications. This Process Plant has the target of:
2 Control Interface Box. Research, Teaching, Production and
3 Data Acquisition Board.
4 Software for: Computer Control + Data Acquisition + Data Management. future businessman platform.
5 EDIBON SCADA-NET Software Package for classroom control and management. It permits the following control and
6 PLC Module for the Control of Industrial-Processes with all necessary accessories. process aspects:
7 PLC Control Software.
8 Computers and local network included. - Analysis of all phases of the product
9 Interconnection elements and all accessories included for normal working operation. transformation, from reception to
10 Manuals for: packaging.
Practices and Exercises, Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Interface and Control Software, Starting-up, Safety, - Qualitative evaluation of the finished
Maintenance, Calibration, etc. product as function of the productive
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY operations performed.
! Anodized aluminium structure and stainless steel metallic elements. All elements needed are chemical resistant. - Experimentation on the efficiency of
! Control Interface Box: the different chemical products used
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous for the preservation process.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time - Organization of procedures for
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to continuous quality control of the
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID production operations.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
- Execution of procedures for
parameters involved in the process.
disinfection and sanification of the
! Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: equipment.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. - Evaluation of technical, legal and
! PLC box for Industrial Control Processes, with front panel process diagram including PLC Control Software. administrative aspects concerning
! Manual, semiautomatic and automatic controlled. All system is connected with a local net with 30 computers in which any food adulteration.
student can control any block of the process. When the complete process plant is working synchronized, the control is unique - Manual and computer control
and the rest of the computers in the net works as visualization screens. operation.
! It has been design for a wide range of feed, since 15 to 180 kg, to provide the use for teaching , the production and research. - Sensors calibration systems.
! The following units have been designed for optimization of all process involved: - SCADA systems and local net.
Standard Scale (Weighing).
Press unit (Pressed).
Sifting unit (Sifting).
Mixer unit (Mixed).
Tank to addition of eggs (Egges addiction).
Extrusion unit (Extrusion).
Moulding unit (Moulding).
Cooking unit (Cooking).
Packing unit (Packing).
Kneading unit (Kneading).
Fermentation unit (Fermentation).
! Analysis and quality control laboratory.
Dimensions= 12000 x 12000 x 3000 mm. approx. Weight: 3000 Kg. approx.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/foodwatertechnologies/
foodtechnologypilotplants/CE00.pdf
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-ESHC (4x2m) Computer Controlled Hydrologic Systems, Rain 61

Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (4x2m).

-ESHC (2x1m) Computer Controlled Hydrologic Systems, Rain 61

Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (2x1m).

-ESH (2x1m) Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation

Systems Unit (2x1m).

-EFAS Ground Water Flow Unit. 61

-PAHSC Computer Controlled Soil Moisture Suction Sand 62

Unit.

-PAHS Soil Moisture Suction Sand Unit.

-PL Demonstration Lysimeter. 62

-PPD Drain Permeameter. 63

-PDFDC Computer Controlled Drainage and Seepage Tank. 63

-PDFD Drainage and Seepage Tank.

-PEIF Filterability Index Unit. 64

-ESED Sedimentation Study Unit. 64

-PEDI Demonstration Infiltration Unit. 64

-PDSC Computer Controlled Sedimentation Tank. 65

-PDS Sedimentation Tank.

-PEFP Permeability/Fluidisation Studies Unit. 65

-HVFLM Mobile Bed and Flow Visualisation Unit. 66

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-EFLPC Computer Controlled Deep Bed Filter Unit. 67

-EFLP Deep Bed Filter Unit.

-EII Ion Exchange Unit. 67

-PDAC Computer Controlled Aerobic Digester. 68

-PDA Aerobic Digester.

-PDANC Computer Controlled Anaerobic Digester. 68

-PDAN Anaerobic Digester.

-PEFC Computer Controlled Flocculation Test Unit. 69

-PEF Flocculation Test Unit.

-PEAIC Computer Controlled Aeration Unit. 69

-PEAI Aeration Unit.

-ROUC Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration 70

Unit.

-PPTAC Computer Controlled Water Treatment Plant. 70

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ESHC. Computer Controlled Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: ESHC. Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit.
Versions available:
- ESHC (2x1m). Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (2x1m).
- ESHC (4x2m). Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (4x2m).

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

1 ESHC. Unit: Items supplied as standard
This Unit demonstrates some of the major physical process found in hydrology and fluvial geomorphology, including: rainfall 1.- Determination of the superficial
hydrographs for catchment areas of varying permeability, the formation of river features and effects of sediment transport, dragging.
the abstraction of ground water by wells, both with and without surface recharge from rainfall, etc. 2.- Hydrograph curve, strong storm.
Moreover it is capable of demonstrating , on a small scale, the hydrological principles of ground water flow, and the 3.- Calculation of concentration time for
applications of the principles to some engineering constructions. a short storm.
It is possible to study the use of wells for water abstraction, de-watering and drainage of lakes, and demonstration of flood 4.- Storm hydrographs from single or
risks associated with land drainage works. multiple storms.
There are two versions: 5.- Storm hydrograph from a previously
ESHC (2x1m). Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (2x1m). saturated catchment.
ESHC (4x2m). Hydrologic Systems, Rain Simulator and Irrigation Systems Unit (4x2m). 6.- Storm runoff from an impermeable
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. catchment.
Test tank, which is a large sized tank that provides a large working surface: 7.- Drainage density determination
For ESHC (2x1m): tank dimensions: L=2m, W=1m. 8.- Effect of a moving storm flood
For ESHC (4x2m): tank dimensions: L=4m, W=2m. hydrograph.
Storage tanks, that supply the water required: 9.- Effect of a reservoir storage on flood
hydrograph.
For ESHC (2x1m)= two 400 litres tanks.
10.- Effect of land drains on flood
For ESHC (4x2m)= four 400 litres tanks. hydrograph.
Porous “well” tubes. Drain. Water outlet river simulation. Over flow outlet pipes. Filter. Rain simulator comprised of spray
11.- Reservoir filling and flooding.
nozzles and showers. Outlet tanks for the flow measurement in the drains and wells. Water inlet valves (auxiliary inlets, rain
inlet, river inlet, french wells inlets). Independent flexible pipes. 34 Pressure sensors. 27 Sample capturing takings. Flow 12.- Gravity force of water.
sensors (orifice plate). Load Cell. 13.- Fluvial-mechanical experiments.
2 ESHC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 14.- Model stream flow in alluvial
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous material.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real 15.- Sediment transport in river models.
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 16.- Formation and development of river
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the features over time.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 17.- Meandering river.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one 18.- Erosion on river beds and current
in the control software. speed.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: 19.- Sediment transport, bedload
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: motion, scour and erosion.
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 20.- Underground water capture studies.
4 ESHC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 21.- Well depression cone.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 22.- Interaction of depression cones by
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. two adjoining wells.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 23.- Well in the centre of a circular island.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 24.- Draw-down curves for one well and

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Dimensions (approx.) = ESHC (2x1m) Unit: 2700 x 1500 x 1800 mm. Weight: 950 Kg. two wells systems.
ESHC (4x2m) Unit: 4600 x 2250 x 1800 mm. Weight: 1990 Kg. Other possible practices:
Control Interface: 490 x 450 x 470 mm. Weight: 20 Kg. 25.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/ 26-44.- Practices with PLC.
waterhandling/ESHC(2x1m).pdf

EFAS. Ground Water Flow Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Unit for demonstrating the hydrological principles of groundwater flow and
the applications of these to different engineering constructions. It allows the 1.- D e m o n s t r a t i o n o f h y d r a u l i c
investigation of ground water flows, the drainage processes and the effect of gradients in ground water flow,
the permeability. It is possible to study the use of wells, de-watering and including the effect of permeability.
drainage of lakes, and demonstration of ground drainage works, among 2.- Investigation of hydraulic gradients
for different models built on the test
others. This unit allows a quick configuration of any easy situation of tank.
tridimensional flow and to measurement the piezometric levels at different 3.- Determination of the ground water
and appropriate places within the model, making possible to obtain level between inlet and outlet.
realistic experimental results. 4.- Demonstration of the Darcy’s Law.
Unit mounted on anodized aluminium profiles and painted steel panels. 5.- Study of the cone of depression for a
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the well in a confined aquifer.
real unit. 6.- Study of the cone of depression for a
A test tank, made in fibreglass reinforced polyester, 1000 mm of length x well in a free aquifer.
500 mm of width and 240 mm of depth. 7.- Study of the cone of depression cone
Two membrane valves to regulate water inlet flows to the test tank. for two wells.
Two wells simmetrically located in the test tank. 8.- Experiment to obtain hydraulic
Two membrane valves to regulate water outlet flows from the wells. gradients for a model with two wells.
19 tappings to measure the hydraulic gradients, connected to column water Compare it with the result of only one
manometers of 300 mm. long. The manometers have individual ball valves well by the superposition method.
to purge the tubes. 9.- Draining of or lake model.
Air manual pump connected to the manometers. 10.- De-watering of an excavation model
Three accessories that make it easy the construction of the different models under freatic level.
object of study: rectangular model for a lake construction, rectangular 11.- De-watering of an excavation model
model for an excavation construction, cylindrical model for a confined using two wells.
aquifer construction. 12.- Interaction of cones of depression by
Flexible pipes and quick connectors. two adjoining wells.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. 13.- Draw-down curves for one well and
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals. two wells systems.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1100 x 650 x 1400 mm. Weight: 100 Kg. 14.- Comparison of different profiles,
combinations.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ 15.- How to fill the manometer tubes.
units/environment/waterhandling/EFAS.pdf
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PAHSC. Computer Controlled Soil Moisture Suction Sand Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PAHSC. Soil Moisture Suction Sand Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PAHSC. Unit: 1.- To understand the relationship
Unit, computer controlled, designed to study and understand the water retentivity principles, in terms of soil suction, as well between water retentivity and soil.
as for the derivation of characteristic curves of the ground´s humidity.
2.- To understand the basic principles of
Anodized aluminium structure a nd panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the water retentivity in terms of soil
elements in the real unit. suction.
Suction system, including: water circuit, water tank (capacity: 5 l.), water pump (range: 3 l/min.), water jet pump, pressure
sensor, flow sensor. 3.- Derive soil moisture characteristic
curves for several soils.
Soil container, including: filter, transparent circular tank for filling with sand (capacity: 15 l.), 4 soil sample retaining rings
(capacity of each one: 0.3 l.), 4 water volume sensors (humidity), pressure sensor, air inlet (pressure inlet). 4.- Effect of the atmospheric pressure.
2 PAHSC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
Other possible practices:
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real 5.- Sensors calibration.
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the 6-24.- Practices with PLC.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PAHSC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 400 x 500 x 1200 mm. Weight: 90 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/waterhandling/PAHSC.pdf
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PL. Demonstration Lysimeter

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Unit designed for the measurement of evapotranspiration by water-balance 1.- Study of the measurement of
method. The Demonstration Lysimeter (PL) consists of containers in which evapotranspiration by water-
may be placed any soil type and several crop types grown. balance method.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel.
2.- To use lysimeter unit.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the
real unit. 3.- To determine plant water usage.
2 Bases and 2 inner discs to support soil filled recipients and plants.
4.- To understand the relationship
2 Hydraulic sensing devices located in the bases, connected to the between reference maximum and
graduated water columns. actual transpiration.
2 Graduated water columns , mounted above the lysimeters.
Two 300 mm. approx. diameter containers. Each container can then in turn
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be placed on a hydraulically mounted plate which is used to monitor system

weight changes arising for evapotranspiration.
Set of calibration weights (2 of 2.5 Kg., 1 of 0.5 Kg., 2 of 200 gr., and 2 of
100 gr.).
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1000 x 700 x 1300 mm. Weight: 60 Kg.

More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/

units/environment/waterhandling/PL.pdf

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PPD. Drain Permeameter
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Unit designed for the study and laboratory investigation of field drain filter 1.- Investigation of drain filter
materials. This drain permeameter is suited for use both as a teaching and materials.
demonstration unit and for laboratory testing and research.
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. 2.- To select optimum filter/soil
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the combinations.
real unit. 3.- To determine relative efficiencies of
Transparent acrylic column of 100 mm. diameter, supported on a stand, drain filter materials.
which may be filled with any soil type.
Removable test section at the base of the column to house the filter medium
to be tested.
3 different metallic filters.
Constant head supply device. This is an adjustable water input tank, which
allows to regulate the pressure.
Feed tank, capacity: 20 l. approx.
Permeating water and soil collected tank. Capacity: 20 l. approx.
Water centrifugal pump.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = 500 x 700 x 1500 mm. Weight: 40 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/
units/environment/waterhandling/PPD.pdf

PDFDC. Computer Controlled Drainage and Seepage Tank

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories
- Data Management
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PDFDC. Drainage and Seepage Tank

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PDFDC. Unit: 1.- Flow net construction. 16.- Permeability of the phreatic
This unit has been designed for the practical demonstration, visualization and experimental layer:
2.- Flow line visualisation.
study of the flow through permeable media and flows in subsoil.
3.- Verification of Darcy´s Law. Study of the soil
Mobile bench. Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the
permeability.

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front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 4.- Comparison of experimental
Rectangular tank (soils container), with front side in methacrylate and back side in aluminium, results with analytical Flow lines visualization.
to contain the sand. (Sand not included). 2 Overflow pipes in the tank. 12 Pressure sensors. solutions. Calculation of the
Feed water tank (capacity: 75 litres). Water pump, computer controlled. Control valve to 5.- To determine seepage rates. equipotential lines.
regulate thewater flow. Water collection tank (capacity: 75 litres); this tank is connected to the Measurement of the
6.- Seepage through an earth
feed water tank. Samples collection tank; it includes a level sensor and a valve to control the infiltration speed.
dam.
emptying process.
7.- Seepage underneath a sheet Verification of the Law of
Dye injection system: with dye vessel, with 8 dye injection needles and regulation valve. Darcy.
pile wall.
Set of typical models:
8.- Control of seepage through 17.- Flow through an earth dam:
1 Sheet pile wall. 2 Mesh gates. 1 Mobile accessory for pressure measurement.
2 PDFDC/CIB. Control Interface Box : permeable soils by sub-soil Study of the soil
drainage. permeability.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer
controlled. Simultaneous visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the 9.- To reduce uplift pressure and Flow lines visualization.
process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time curves representation. All lateral thrust by drainage. Calculation of the
the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 10.- Distribution of uplift pressure equipotential lines.
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from on hydraulic structures. Pressures distribution.
the computer keyboard of the parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control
11.- Behaviour and formation of Effects of the layer
allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in the
“quicksands”. inclination.
process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third
one in the control software. 12.- To drain an excavation site Other possible practices:
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
using wells.
18.- Sensors calibration.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog 13.- Stability of an earth dam.
19-37.- Practices with PLC.
inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 14.- Comparison of permeability
4 PDFDC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: according to the grain size.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage 15.- Sheet pile wall:
of data. Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the
Study of the soil
alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
permeability.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Flow lines visualization.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1500 x 700 x 2000 mm. Weight: 200 Kg. Calculation of the
equipotential lines.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/
waterhandling/PDFDC.pdf Pressures distribution.

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PEIF. Filterability Index Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The PEIF is an unit for demonstrating the filtering process through a porous 1.- Study of the filtration operation
media. It enables a water quality test to be made on a suspension to be principles.
filtered through sand or similar granular media.
This unit utilises a bed of granular material, normally sand, which can be 2.- Filtration procedure.
chosen by the student to suit his own purposes. The measurements taken 3.- Flowmeter calibration.
with this unit enable a filterability index to be calculated which has
significance in deep bed filter performance. 4.- Calculation of Filterability Index from
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the measurements taken.
front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 5.- Flow through permeable layers.
Feeding tank of 1 litre capacity.
6.- Deep bed filtration of suspensions
Filtration unit, with porous bed filter, removable: with different particle layers.
Height of the filter: 70 mm. Test filter cell diameter: 44 mm. The filter unit
can be dismounted to change the sand. 7.- Practice of sand filter cleaning.
A regulation valve controls the flow, which is observed on a flow meter.
Water flow meter, range: 0-550 cc/min.
Differential manometer of 500 mm, to measure the head loss.
Accessories included with the unit:
Thermometer. Stopwatch. 1 litre graduated test tube. 0.6 litres glass
beaker (to collect filtrate). Air pump for purging the manometer.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = 600 x 400 x 800 mm. Weight: 25 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/
units/environment/waterhandling/PEIF.pdf

ESED. Sedimentation Study Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The sedimentation is a process widely used in the classification, water 1.- Variation of the sedimentation
clarification and wastewater treatment.
characteristics with the concentration
“ESED” unit provides a facility for studying the basic physical procesess and suspension height.
involved in sedimentation, which the applications cover fields like chemical
engineering, water treatment and other industrial processes. 2.- Effect of initial concentration on
Five sedimentation graduated cylinders of methacrylate (1m x 50mm sedimentation characteristics.
approx.) mounted vertically on a panel, illuminated from behind, and with 3.- Effect of initial suspension height on
the possibility of being removable for cleaning.
sedimentation characteristics.
Light diffuser screen and two fluorescent lamps.
4.- Construction of settling rate curves
Stopwatch. against concentration form a single
Three beakers. batch test.
Specific gravity bottle. 5.- Effect of particle size distribution.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. 6.- Identification of the different
Dimensions (approx.) = 550 x 400 x 1300 mm. Weight: 35 Kg. sedimentation regimes.
7.- Use of flocculating additives.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/ 8.- Construction of settling rate curves.
units/environment/waterhandling/ESED.pdf
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9.- Visualization of the retarded

sedimentation.
10.- Study of the differences between a
clarifier and a classifier.
11.- Study and visualization of the
differential sedimentation.
12.- Study of the methods of sinking and
floating.

PEDI. Demonstration Infiltration Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
This unit has been developed for the demonstration of the infiltration
1.- Understand the effects of existing soil
processes. This demonstration infiltration unit is suited for use both as a
moisture conditions on infiltration.
teaching and demonstration unit and for laboratory testing and research.
The unit is mounted in an anodized aluminium and painted steel panels and 2.- Understand the effects of soil texture
comprises three transparent graduated cylinders in which soil samples are and structure on infiltration.
placed. The cylinders have an air breather and at the bottom a perforated 3.- Comparison of the rates of
plate which retains the material while allowing the water to drain through. infiltration in different types of soil.
Water is poured onto the soil surface into each cylinder and its progress 4.- Determination of surface effects on
through the samples can be observed. infiltration.
Tank for water.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = 550 x 450 x 950 mm. Weight: 50 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/
units/environment/waterhandling/PEDI.pdf

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PDSC. Computer Controlled Sedimentation Tank

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Data Software for:
Control Acquisition - Computer Control
Interface Box Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: PDSC. Sedimentation Tank

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PDSC. Unit: 1.- Study of the basic principles of solids
PDSC is a teaching unit designed by EDIBON to demonstrate the sedimentation process and to familiarize with the settling in suspension separation.
principle of discrete or floculated particles settling into a tank. It will also allow to study the hydraulic characteristics of a
rectangular sedimentation tank which works in continuous. 2.- Efficiency of the separation by
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements sedimentation process.
in the real unit. 3.- Study of the current lines.
Sedimentation tank, made in transparent methacrylate. Length: 1000 mm; width: 400 mm; height: 250 mm.
Suspended solids installation, composed of: suspended solids tank of 140 litres, centrifugal pump, computer controlled, flow 4.- Study of the effect of flow rate, inlet
regulation valve, flow sensor. water temperature and baffle
position on dispersion.
Clean water installation, composed of: flow regulation valve, flow sensor.
Dye injection and tracer system, which allows to study the fluid current lines into the sedimentation tank. 5.- Measuring sediment removal
2 Baffle plates, adjustable in height, what makes easier for the student the possibility of changing the flow lines direction and efficiencies and relating these to the
its study. hydraulic characteristics.
Sensor for measuring the inlet water temperature. 6.- To measure the flow short-circuiting
Accessories included: 2 Imhoff cones of 1000 ml., to measure the solids concentrations, graduated test tube of 1 litre. and dead space using a tracer.
2 PDSC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
7.- Comparison of real flow regimes
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous with idealised flow models.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered Other possible practices:
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of 8.- Sensors calibration.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one 9-27.- Practices with PLC.
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PDSC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)= Unit: 1400 x 700 x 1300 mm. Weight: 150 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.

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PEFP. Permeability/Fluidisation Studies Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
The EDIBON Permeability/ Fluidisation Studies Unit is designed for student
1.- Pressure drop measurements and
to measure and understand the characteristics of flow through a bed of
correlations for flow through packed
particles. Such flows occur both naturally and in process plant designs. This
beds.
unit can also be used for a part of the studying of media for water and
wastewater filtration. This unit verifies Darcy’s Law, examines Kozeny’s 2.- To calculate the density of each
equation and observes liquid fluidisation behaviour of a granular bed. specimen.
Anodized aluminium structure and panel in painted steel. Diagram in the 3.- To calculate the relative density of
front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. specimen mixing.
Permeameter: transparent acrylic cylinder of 50 mm. diameter, 500 mm. 4.- Study and verification of Carman-
length. Kozeny´s equation.
2 Filter metallic disks.
5.- Calculation the void ratio.
4 Piezometer taps located along the vertical axis of the cylinder.
6.- To determine the permeability
Piezometric taking collector.
constant (Darcy´s Law).
Piezometer or Manometer of water: 500 mm. length.
7.- Observation of a liquid fluidised
2 Manometers, Bourdon type, of 0-1000 mm H2O.
bed.
Constant head supply device: max. height variation: 500 mm.
8.- Characteristic of a liquid fluidised
Flowmeter: 2 l/min. max. bed.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
9.- Attrition test.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
10.- Measurement of permeability of
Dimensions (approx.) = 850 x 400 x 1200 mm. Weight: 70 Kg. selected solids.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/
units/environment/waterhandling/PEFP.pdf

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HVFLM. Mobile Bed and Flow Visualisation Unit
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
This unit has been designed to allow investigations of mobile bed situations
1.- Flow around model engineering
both in relation to water courses or structures of engineering and to perform
structures.
practices and tests involving two dimensional flow visualization by means of
dust indicator technique or by other methods of flow visualisation. 2.- Mobile bed experiments.
Three are 2 Versions:
3.- M e a n d e r i n g w a t e r c o u r s e s
- HVFLM-2. Mobile Bed and Flow Visualisation Unit (working section: characteristics.
2000 x 610 mm).
- HVFLM-4. Mobile Bed and Flow Visualisation Unit (working section: 4.- Visualisation of the behaviour of
4000 x 610 mm). boundary layers.
Metallic structure and supports. Diagram in the from panel with similar 5.- Demonstration of boundary layer
distribution to the elements in the real unit. suction.
Self contained recirculating water tank for flow visualisation and mobile bed
studies and practices. Tank composed of inlet tank, working section and 6.- Experiments of erosion.
discharge reservoir tank. 7.- Experiments of deposition.
Dimensions of the working section:
8.- Velocity distribution in duct flow.
For HVFLM-2 Version: 2000 x 610 mm.
For HVFLM-4 Version: 4000 x 610 mm. 9.- Practices and tests with models for
Max. water depth: 120 mm. engineering.
Sump capacity: 300 l. 10.- Two dimensional flow visualization
An adjustable overshot weir with upstream sand trap is located within the by the Ahlborn technique.
discharge tank.
11.- Hydraulic analogy to compressible
Depth gauge for measuring the water level and for mapping the sand bed flow.
contours. Hook and point and Vernier scale to determine levels accurately.
Centrifugal pump. 12.- Sediment erosion and deposits.
Sheet of coloured glass to allow quick changeover from mobile bed to flow
visualisation mode.
Console with all controls, with motor starter and digital meter.
Set of accessories and models, made of corrosion proof material are
included.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manual: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)=HVFLM-2: 3800 x 750 x 1700 mm.
Weight: 500 Kg.
HVFLM-4: 5800 x 750 x 1700 mm.
Weight: 650 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/
units/environment/waterhandling/HVFLM.pdf
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EFLPC. Computer Controlled Deep Bed Filter Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: EFLPC. Deep Bed Filter Unit SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 EFLPC. Unit: 1.- Determination of the initial head loss
The Deep Bed Filter Unit allows us to filter a fluid in order to eliminate particles in suspension, to have it in more adequate of a porous bed.
conditions for its subsequent use or consumption. Students can visualize and study with this unit one of the most common
treatment processes of water destined to supplying cities and in most industrial uses. 2.- Evolution through time of the head
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements
in the real unit. loss of the porous bed.
Filter column: 3.- Measuring how fast total head loss
In it the porous media is formed. This includes the following elements:
Transparent filter column of circular section (column height: 1300 mm), with removable top and bottom covers. Support increases with filtration run time.
filter of the porous bed. Filtering bed. 30 Pressure takings. 29 Sample capturing takings.
Tanks: 4.- Measuring pressure drop profiles
Their objective is to prepare the suspension for being filtered. There is a tank with two reservoirs: through the filter bed.
Reservoir 1= 350 litres. Reservoir 2= 350 litres. Total capacity: 700 litres. Both reservoirs have water heigh level and
system for agitation with help of the water return. 5.- Measuring suspension concentration
Pump: Centrifugal pump: 0.6 kW, 2850 r.p.m. In order to take the fluid to the upper part of the filter column (filtering profiles through the filter bed.
operations), or the bottom part of the column (washing operation of the porous bed).
Pipes and valve system to stablish several circuits and regulate the flows. 6.- Filtration efficiency. Clarification.
Pressure sensors.
Flow sensor. 7.- Demonstration of reversed flow
Mesh filter. fluidisation and backwashing.
Air purger for eliminating bubbles which are initally in the circuit.
2 EFLPC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
8.- Filtering in open and closed circuit.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous 9.- Washing and filtering circuits.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 10.- The column may be readily adapted
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of for absorption and ion exchange
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one studies.
in the control software.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: Other possible practices:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 11.- Sensors calibration.
4 EFLPC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 12-30.- Practices with PLC.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.)=Unit: 2400 x 1500 x 2700 mm. Weight: 250 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.

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EII. Ion Exchange Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Self-contained unit either single bed water softening or double bed 1.- Study of general techniques of ion
system for demineralisation. exchange.
Anodized aluminium structure and panel in painted steel. Diagram in 2.- Familiarization with the operation
the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. modes of column ionic exchange.
Exchange capacity of the different materials, as resins and used 3.- The exchange capabilities of
reagents, as well as the problem water. different resins materials.
Use of simple or double bed for demineralisation. 4.- Water softening using a cationic resin.
5.- Hard water softening (H+).
4 tanks (treated water, demineralized water, hydrochloric acid and
sodium hydroxide). 6.- Hard water softening (OH -).
Pump diaphragm type. 7.- Resin regeneration efficiency (H+).

Flow meter 5 l./h,resistant to hydrochloric acid. 8.- Demineralisation.

9.- Demineralisation efficiency.
2 transparent vertical columns for the anionic and cationic resins,
volume: 0.16l. 1 spare column. 10.- Determination of saline ions
concentration.
Valves and pipes circuit.
11.- Separation of Ni 2+, Zn2+.
Conductivity meter (with conductivity cell): scale 0.0 to 19.99 µS. 12.- Hard water softening (sodic resin).
Typical commercial anionic and cationic resins. 13.- Resin regeneration efficiency (Na+).
Switch board. 14.- How to operate the conductivity meter.
Manuals: This unit is supplied 8 Manuals. 15.- Regeneration efficiency of a
softening system.
Dimensions (approx.) = 1200 x 500 x 1000 mm. Weight: 50 Kg.
16.-Demineralisation using two-bed
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/ exchange.
catalogues/en/units/environment/watertreatment/EII.pdf

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PDAC. Computer Controlled Aerobic Digester

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
1 Unit: PDAC. Aerobic Digester - From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PDAC. Unit: 1.- Gas/liquid mass transfer.
The aim of this unit is to allow the study and the comprehension of the aerobic digestion processes. Such digestion is a 2.- Measurement of MLSS and COD
biological process in which the parcial oxidation of primary mud, active muds or a mixing of different types of mud take changes as criteria of performance.
place, through the constant aireation. 3.- Residence time distributions.
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. 20 litres 4.- Acclimation of biological samples.
reactor vessel with a tubular membrane inside. Lid for the reactor with a manual valve and the respective holes. Sensors: 2 5.- Study of the temperature effect on
temperature sensors, pH sensor and dissolved oxygen sensor. Thermostatic bath (until 60ºC). Pump, computer controlled, the effluent quality.
for water circulation of the thermostatic bath. Heating or cooling coil, computer controlled. Peristaltic pump, computer 6.- Study of the detention time effect on
controlled. Water flow meter. Air compressor. Diffusing sheet for the air inlet. Air flow meter. Membrane, muds separation.
Overflow for the outlet of filtered water. Valve on the bottom for mud extraction. the effluent quality.
2 PDAC/CIB. Control Interface Box : 7.- Study of the aireation effect on the
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous effluent quality.
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time 8.- Study of the pH effect on the effluent
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to quality.
avoid external interferences. Real time PID control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID 9.- Study of the mass load effect on the
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of effluent quality.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 10.- Study of the nutrients effect on the
one in the control software. effluent quality.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 11.- Study of the recirculation effect on
250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. the effluent quality.
4 PDAC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 12.- Establishing the stoichiometry of
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up aerobic processes.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 13.- Establishing the kinetics of aerobic
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. processes.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 800 x 600 x 700 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 14.- Sensors calibration.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/watertreatment/PDAC.pdf 15-33.- Practices with PLC.

PDANC. Computer Controlled Anaerobic Digester

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
5 Cables and Accessories - Data Management
6 Manuals

PID CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
13. Environment

- From PLC (optional)

Unit: PDANC. Anaerobic Digester

1
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
Items supplied as standard
1 PDANC. Unit: 1.- Stabilization process 13.- Determination of the
The aim of this unit is to allow the survey and the comprehension of the anaerobic digestion process. study. optimal degradable/ non-
Anaerobic Digestion (AD) is a biological process that happens naturally in which micro-organisms break 2.- Effect of temperature in degradable solids ratio.
down biodegradable material (organic matter) in environments with no oxygen. the purification. 14.- Demonstration of the
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar multistage nature of
distribution to the elements in the real unit. 3.- Effect of the effluent pH in
the digestion. anaerobic digestion.
2 Packed reactors (anaerobic digesters) that may be operated in series or parallel flow arrangement. Each 15.- Kinematics determination.
reactor has 5 litres capacity. Reactor packing: 25 mm diameter Bio-balls. For each reactor: heating jacket 4.- Survey of the feeding rate
in the purification. 16.- Carbon balance.
with PID control. 2 Feed pumps, computer controlled. 2 Volumetric tanks, for collecting and measurement
of the volume of gas produced. Temperature control. 5 Temperature sensors. 2 pH sensors. 2 Water flow 5.- Study of the effluent 17.- Solids Balance.
meters. Thermostatic bath (heating resistance, computer controlled), up to 90ºC. Water circulation pump, strength. 18.- Biogas Balance.
computer controlled, for the thermostatic bath. Buffer vessel (1 litre capacity). 6.- Study of the relation 19.- Study of the effect of pH.
2 PDANC/CIB. Control Interface Box : between the nutrient 20.- I n f l u e n t n u t r i e n t
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. concentration in the concentration.
Simultaneous visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors effluent and purification. 21.- Preparation, warming
involved in the process. Real time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any and acclimation of an
time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to avoid external interferences. Real time PID control 7.- Study of the effect of the anaerobic reactor.
with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the PID parameters, at any moment during the hydraulic charge in the 22.- Effluent treatability studies,
process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of parameters involved in purification. including solids, carbon
the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third one in 8.- Study of the influence of and biogas balances for
the control software. the inhibitors to the determining the purification
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: anaerobic digestion. (COD-BOD).
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. 9.- Comparison between 23.- Study of the effects on
Sampling rate up to: 250 KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. mesophilic and purification performance
4 PDANC/CCSOF. PID Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: thermophilic anaerobic of:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. digestion. Feed ratios.
Sampling velocity up to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the 10.- Determination of the Hydraulic loading.
graphic representation in real time. optimal working
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Temperature.
temperature. Influent strength.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 1000 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 80 Kg. 11.- Determination of the Nutrient deficiency.
Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. optimal feeding rate. Other possible practices:
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/ 12.- Determination of the 24.- Sensors calibration.
watertreatment/PDANC.pdf optimal solids/water ratio. 25-43.- Practices with PLC.
Non computer controlled version available too. Page 68
13.2- Water Treatment
PEFC. Computer Controlled Flocculation Test Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Data Software for:
Control Acquisition - Computer Control
Interface Box Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
1 Unit: PEFC. Flocculation Test Unit - From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PEFC. Unit: 1.- D e t e r m i n a t i o n o f o p t i m u m
Anodized aluminium structure. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. coagulant dosage.
Flocculation test unit illuminated in the base or in back part. Six stirrers with stainless steel paddles. Agitation speed
regulation. Six flocculating graduated vessels. Sample volume of each vessel: 1l. Timer. Lamp switch. R.p.m. regulator and 2.- Study of coagula formation
r.p.m. display. pH sensor. Conductivity sensor. Temperature sensor. Turbidity meter. regarding to the mixing time and the
2 PEFC/CIB. Control Interface Box: agitation speed.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous
3.- Determination of optimum pH.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered 4.- Coagulation tests in conjunction
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the with activated carbon.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one Other possible practices:
in the control software.
5.- Sensors calibration.
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 6-24.- Practices with PLC.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PEFC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 1000 x 250 x 520 mm. Weight: 40 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
More information in: www.edibon.com/products/catalogues/en/units/environment/watertreatment/PEFC.pdf

PEAIC. Computer Controlled Aeration Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

2 3 4
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control

13. Environment
Board - Data Acquisition
Cables and Accessories - Data Management
5
6 Manuals
CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)
1 Unit: PEAIC. Aeration Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 PEAIC. Unit:
1.- Aeration necessity determination.
This unit permits the study of the oxygen transfer characteristics of diffused air systems, and to study the physical and chemical
parameters which influence their oxygenation capacity. 2.- To measure the absorption
The “PEAIC” unit demonstrates the water aeration process which, mainly, eliminates smell and taste from water. coefficient KS and the oxygenation
Anodized aluminium structure and panels in painted steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements capacity R.
in the real unit. 3.- Influence of the injected oxygen
Open tank of 28 l. capacity. Air injection pipe. Air injection control. Flow sensor. Paddle stirrer with variable speed control. volume.
Air pump. Oxygen sensor and oxygen probe (300 mm. length). Three diffusers: sparger tube, disk airstone and single 4.- Study of the effect on KS and R of:
airstone. Temperature sensor. Water temperature.
2 PEAIC/CIB. Control Interface Box :
Degree of fluid mixing.
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous Gas flow rate.
visualization in the computer of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real
time curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered Diffuser arrangement.
signals to avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the computer keyboard of the Depth of water.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of Water composition.
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface and the third one 5.- Influence of the stirrer turn speed.
in the control software. 6.- Aeration with air injection and
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board:
agitation.
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 7.- Influence of the temperature in the
KS/s (Kilo samples per second). 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs.
4 PEAIC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software:
process.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 8.- Influence of liquid level in the tank.
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. 9.- Effects of oxygen transfer under non-
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. steady state conditions.
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals. Other possible practices:
Dimensions (approx.) = Unit: 600 x 700 x 850 mm. Weight: 50 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg. 10.- Sensors calibration.
11-29.- Practices with PLC.
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Non computer controlled version available too. Page 69 www.edibon.com
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ROUC. Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit

SCADA. EDIBON Computer Control System

3 4
2
Control Data Software for:
Interface Box Acquisition - Computer Control
Board - Data Acquisition
- Data Management
5 Cables and Accessories
6 Manuals

CONTROL
(Open Control + Multicontrol + Real Time Control)
- From COMPUTER (standard)
- From PLC (optional)

1 Unit: ROUC. Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit

SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES

Items supplied as standard
1 ROUC. Unit: 1.- Practical training in ultrafiltration an
Laboratory Scale Computer Controlled Reverse Osmosis/Ultrafiltration Unit designed to study and to provide practical reverse osmosis processing techniques.
training in these downstream processing techniques. As well as the processing of the whey, the membranes can be also used 2.- Protein standardisation in the
to demonstrate, for example: clarification and concentration of fruit juices, potabilization of water, pre-concentration of milk production of fermented milk products
for cheese manufacturing, etc. such as concentration of skimmed milk
Main metallic elements in stainless steel. Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit. for yoghurt production.
Stainless steel feed tank (15 l. approx. capacity). Three head positive displacement feed pump. Inverter that controls the 3.- Pre-concentration of milk for cheese
pump motor. Membrane module: two tubular membranes connected in series. Process control valve. Plates heat exchanger manufacture.
for the concentrate. Permeate stainless steel collecting tank (15 l. approx. capacity).
6 Temperature sensors. Pressure sensor. Flow sensor (water inlet). 4.- Concentration of fruit juices.
Different models of membranes are supplied. Rapid changeover from Reverse Osmosis to Ultrafiltration and back. All 5.- Clarification of fruit juices.
elements in contact with the process fluid are constructed from hygienic design materials such as stainless steel, PTFE and 6.- Water potabilization.
silicone rubber. 7.- Demonstration of the effect of varying
2 ROUC/CIB. Control Interface Box : the following process parameters on
With process diagram in the front panel. The unit control elements are permanently computer controlled. Simultaneous separation performance:
visualization in the PC of all parameters involved in the process. Calibration of all sensors involved in the process. Real time - Process pressure.
curves representation. All the actuators’ values can be changed at any time from the keyboard. Shield and filtered signals to - Product flow rate.
avoid external interferences. Real time control with flexibility of modifications from the PC keyboard of the
- Process temperature.
parameters, at any moment during the process. Open control allowing modifications, at any moment and in real time, of
parameters involved in the process. 3 safety levels: mechanical in the unit, electronic in the control interface, and the third 8.- Applications of concentration,
one in the control software. clarification, fractionation and
3 DAB. Data Acquisition Board: standardization of milk, fruit juices,
PCI Data acquisition National Instruments board to be placed in a computer slot. 16 Analog inputs. Sampling rate up to: 250 vegetables juices, etc.
KS/s. 2 Analog outputs. 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs. 9.- Treatment of effluent.
4 ROUC/CCSOF. Computer Control+Data Acquisition+Data Management Software: 10.- Membrane cleaning and maintenance.
Flexible, open and multicontrol software. Management, processing, comparison and storage of data. Sampling velocity up 11.- Enzime, antibiotics and organic acids
to 250,000 data per second. It allows the registration of the alarms state and the graphic representation in real time. recovery in permeate.
5 Cables and Accessories, for normal operation. Other possible practices:
6 Manuals: This unit is supplied with 8 manuals.
12.- Sensors calibration.
Dimensions (approx.) =Unit: 800 x 800 x 1000 mm. Weight: 180 Kg. Control Interface: 490 x 330 x 310 mm. Weight: 10 Kg.
13-31.- Practices with PLC.
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PPTAC. Computer Controlled Water Treatment Plant

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