Automation Ferris Wheel Workstation (Level 1) - Introduction to Automation / AC and DC Drives Curriculum and Ferris Wheel Workstation
Workstation Functionality
This two-part unit provides all of the elements necessary to introduce students to basic industrial automation through the use of a simple and commonly-recognized theme park ride.
The unit contains:
- Controls hardware, including a controller, an AC drive with a HIM, a motor with an encoder, and an EtherNet/IP network
- An operator panel with pushbuttons, selector switches, and an HMI terminal
- A miniature Ferris wheel with sensor, warning lights, and decorative lights
Training Purpose
The workstation is designed to show automation hardware and demonstrate basic automation concepts. It will help you answer the questions, "What is automation?" The unit comes pre-programmed and ready to use with minimal setup (plug in and turn on). You can observe and operate the fully functioning unit. Experienced users may enjoy programming their own projects.
Industrial Recognized Credentials Achieved:
Allen Bradley PLC's - Intro to Automation
Allen Bradley PLC's - AC/DC Drives
Ferris Wheel Workstation includes:
Network Hardware:
- (1) 1783-US8T 8-port unmanaged Ethernet switch
- (5) Ethernet cables
Control hardware:
- (1) 24V power supply
- (1) 1769-PA2 power supply
- (1) CompactLogix™ controller
- (1) 1769-IQ16 DC input module
- (1) 1769 OB16 DC output module
- (1) PowerFlex® 40P AC drive with remote HIM
Operator interface panel:
- (1) illuminated E-stop
- (7) pushbuttons
- (5) pilot lights
- (1) dual pushbutton / pilot light
- (1) 3-position switch
- (2) 2-position switches (1 with key)
- PanelView™ Plus 600 color terminal
Ferris wheel assembly:
- (1) plastic Ferris wheel with 6 seats
- (1) 230V motor
- (1) encoder
- (1) photo-eye
- (1) 2-color stack light
- (1) plastic safety cube to cover the Ferris wheel assembly
Supporting Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation Curriculum:
- (1) Instructor Curriculum & Lab Books
- (1) Student Curriculum & Lab Books
Automation Workstation
- Width: 25 in (64 cm)
- Height: 28 in (71 cm)
- Depth: 18 in (46 cm)
- Estimated Weight: 90 lbs. (41 kg.)
Ferris Wheel Assembly
- Width: 20 in (51 cm)
- Height: 9.5 in (24 cm)
- Depth: 8 in (20 cm)
- Estimated Weight: 20 lbs. (9 kg)
