Engineering & Automation

Expertise made to Measure

The art of perfect automation is the smooth, ideally synchronised interlocking of all components of a process. Kessler Process Automation has many years of experience and modern expertise in software development to create customised programmes for every requirement for this optimally coordinated automation and process control technology. In software engineering, all our experience and philosophy come together with the knowledge of planning to realise special software solutions for every challenge.

Planning, designing and documenting

We prefer to work with the following systems for planning, design and documentation in the field of industrial network, process control system, electrical and automation technology:

  • EPLAN Plattform
  • Siemens COMOS
  • AUTOCAD
  • VISIO

Perfect logic controller performance

In the field of PLC automation technology, we use the following systems in a qualified and professional manner:


SIEMENS

  • SIMATIC PCS neo
  • SIMATIC PCS 7
  • SIMATIC S7
  • Totally Integrated Automation (TIA)
  • SIMATIC S5
  • WinCC Unified System

ABB Systeme

  • ABB Ability™ System 800xA
  • ABB Ability™ Symphony® Plus
  • AC 800M High Integrity Controllers
  • AC500 PLC
  • Freelance Distributed Control System (DCS)
  • Maestro UX
  • OIT Operator IT
  • Contronic E
  • Contronic P
  • Contronic 3

B & R Systeme

  • APROL Systeme
  • X20 Systeme
  • Automation Studio

Beckhoff Systeme

  • TwinCAT
  • Antriebstechnik

HIRSCHMANN

  • Industrial HiVision

Basic Enginee­ring

Our Mission

Every beginning is difficult - it can be, but it doesn't have to be. At the start of every automation project, we define the key parameters and develop the framework specifications according to customer requirements, within which the final production is to take place. How should temperatures be handled on site? How will parameters such as pressure, time, weight etc. be measured and communicated? Kessler Process Automation takes all this and more into account in this work step in order to guarantee smooth project logistics, customised software and ultimately a successful automation project. Basic evaluation, concepts for handling and automation, specification definition, system-neutral function planning, SIL safety concepts and an initial cost estimate are all part of this basic engineering stage at Kessler Process Automation and represent one of the first steps towards modernised control technology.

Expertise

  1. Automation strategies
  2. Process control technology
  3. SIL safety concepts
  4. Functional planning
  5. Specification development

Detail Enginee­ring

Our Mission

When it comes to detailed engineering, we leave nothing to chance. After all, at the end of the causal chain, even the smallest changes can lead to major incidents and not only be responsible for short-term failures, but can also lead to the most serious financial disasters. This is why the creation of circuit diagrams, the layout for control rooms and switch rooms as well as component and material lists for equipment are all about meticulous precision and avoiding any errors. Furthermore, technical documentation, assembly planning as well as quotations and orders for the required technology fall under our detail engineering and are naturally treated with the same care.

Expertise

  1. CAE/CAD-systems
  2. Cost optimisation
  3. Circuit diagrams
  4. Control room layout
  5. Technical documentation

Software Enginee­ring

Our Mission

There is more to software engineering from Kessler Process Automation than the standard solution. It's about innovative concepts that turn the coexistence of numerous differences into a joint co-operation. In concrete terms, this means that our software solutions can be used to connect different systems and technologies so that standardised communication can take place between different operating systems and operators. And we are also on hand when it comes to monitoring the various components in a system. After all, continuous monitoring is essential for a smooth process flow so that we can be on the spot immediately in the event of faults. Our monitoring software is the ideal application for detecting faults, raising the alarm and analysing the process flow. If process data needs to be imported or exported, for example for error analyses of alarm or event data, Kessler Process Automation guarantees smooth data transfer without any hurdles.

Expertise

  1. Specialised software solutions
  2. System integration
  3. Monitoring software
  4. Error analysis
  5. Process data management

Solutions that create added value

As part of our software development, we work with the following programme interfaces, bus systems, couplings, operating systems, programming languages and databases:

Interfaces Couplings OS Programming languages Databases
Profibus

EtherCAT

Ethernet

Lightbus

PROFINET

EtherNet/IP

CANopen

DeviceNet

Interbus

SERCOS interface

ControlNet

Modbus

OPC

OLE

API

Unix
Linux
Windows NT, XP, Vista, 7, 2000,  2003-Server, 2008-Server,
2012-ServerHP-UX 10.2HP-UX 11i
C++
C
C#
Turbo-Pascal
Visual BasicPerlJava
Access
MS SQL

Acceptance and commissioning

Our Mission

Before software, hardware or even just new cabling is installed in an existing system, an acceptance test must be carried out. This confirms proper installation, smooth operation and complete documentation - regardless of the conditions under which we have to operate during installation, assembly or delivery. Our clients can always rely on a professional and comprehensive all-round service, from planning and material delivery to quality monitoring of the installation. Compliance with industrial standards is an absolute standard for our acceptance and commissioning process. Everything you need for a turnkey handover.

Expertise

  1. Commissioning concepts
  2. Installation monitoring
  3. Acceptance procedure
  4. Compliance with standards
  5. Documentation management

Customised switch cabinet construction

Our Mission

When we take on switch cabinet construction for a customer, the client can be sure that the project is in the hands of professionals. Our qualified employees manufacture control cabinets of all kinds - no matter how individual the customer's requirements are. From IT and server enclosures to system enclosures, Kessler Process Automation is the right partner when it comes to enclosure solutions customised to individual dimensions and component requirements. Freely selectable equipment variants, a modular design, the possibility of expansion, e.g. as a system enclosure or marshalling distributor, as well as installation during ongoing IT operations - everything is possible with our professional services for enclosure construction. And finally, our job does not end with the production of the respective enclosure; we also support our customers after production through installation and assembly to the final complete solution.

Expertise

  1. Customised solutions
  2. Component freedom
  3. Conformity to standards
  4. Production flexibility
  5. Assembly service
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