The LHP 302 Automation – Mechatronics laboratory is a state-of-the-art educational platform designed to provide comprehensive training in both basic and advanced automation and process control.
Introduction
In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the demand for skilled professionals in automation and mechatronics is higher than ever. To meet this demand, Polytech S.A. proudly presents the LHP 302 Automation – Mechatronics laboratory, a cutting-edge educational platform designed to provide comprehensive training in basic and advanced automation and process control.
This laboratory offers an extensive range of equipment and simulators that bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in fields such as mechanical, electrical, and electronic automation, as well as process control and mechatronics.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Comprehensive Training: Covers a wide array of topics, including pneumatic and hydraulic components, sensors and transducers, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Includes advanced simulators and trainers such as the PT 1208 Universal PLC Trainer, PT-21 Smart Traffic Lights Simulator, and PTS-3840 Electro-Pneumatics Trainer, CIM-001(M) Automatic Modular Flexible Production Trainer, PTS-2312 Sensors And Transducers Trainer, providing realistic industrial scenarios.
- Advanced Software: Organized to support the learning process with theoretical background, practical examples, and tests, including fault testing capabilities.
- Real-Time Feedback and Evaluation: Tracks and records student performance for immediate corrections and deeper understanding.
- Supporting Learning Materials: Comprehensive technical manuals and step-by-step guides ensure thorough understanding of both theory and practice.
The LHP 302 laboratory equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the rapidly evolving fields of industrial automation and mechatronics, making it an invaluable investment for educational institutions dedicated to preparing the next generation of automation professionals.
Comprehensive Training for Modern Industries
The LHP 302 laboratory offers an all-encompassing educational experience that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This advanced laboratory covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronic Automation: Students gain hands-on experience with pneumatic and hydraulic components, sensors and transducers, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
- Process Control Applications: The laboratory includes modules on flow, pressure, level, and temperature control, providing a deep understanding of industrial process control.
- Mechatronics: With a focus on integrating mechanical systems with electronics and computer control, the laboratory prepares students for the complexities of modern automated systems.
State-of-the-Art Equipment and Simulators
The LHP 302 laboratory is equipped with a diverse array of simulators and trainers that replicate real-world industrial scenarios. Some of the key equipment includes:
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs): Featuring the PT 1208 Universal PLC Trainer and PT-10S PLC Trainer CPU 1214C, students learn to program and troubleshoot PLCs, which are crucial in automation.
- Simulators: From the PT-12 Analogue Input/Output Simulator to the PT-21 Smart Traffic Lights Simulator, these tools provide realistic and interactive environments for students to practice and hone their skills.
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics Training Systems: The PTS-3840 Electro-Pneumatics Trainer and PTS-3860 Hydraulics Training System offer practical experience with essential components used in automation.
- Sensors And Transducers: The PTS-2312 trainer is a comprehensive sensor/transducer/switch/activator control training system that incorporates industrial-grade components with various control circuits and load units. The SMART:Blox S4T is a portable training system for physical computing of IoT devices that utilizes two open-architecture Arduino microcontrollers.
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Models: Including the PT-CIM 2C Mechatronics Basic Trainer and PTR 4D Robotic Arm Module, these models enable students to explore complex manufacturing processes and robotic applications.
- Production training and simulation system: The 9-station CIM-001(M) Automatic Modular Flexible Production Trainer offers a complete solution for the study of modern factory automation and integrates a variety of technological applications, including mechanical & electrical & electronic & information & sensor & interface technologies.
Lab Modules & Equipment
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
PT 1208 Universal PLC Trainer
The PT-1208 Universal Trainer is a PLC training device with 12 digital inputs, 8 relay outputs, and optional expansion. It can be programmed manually or via USB/Ethernet. The PT-1208E model allows networking, and up to 32 inputs, 16 outputs, and 3 CPUs can be configured.
Simulators
PT-SIM C 1610 Simulator
Interactive PLC Trainer for Industrial Processes
The Universal PT-SIM C 1610 is a programmable logic controller (PLC) simulator designed for beginners in PLC and CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) environments. It features five virtual industrial processes—sorting, batching, palletizing, pick-and-place, and automatic warehousing—allowing users to program and control realistic systems. Equipped with 3D graphics, real-time physics, and sound, it offers an immersive, interactive experience. The simulator can be programmed via a panel or PC and includes fault simulation, making it ideal for training in industrial automation without real-world risks.
PT-22M Trainer Lift Model
The PT-22M Lift Model offers students hands-on training in modern elevator control systems, including signals, actuators, and display components. Featuring a three-stop scaled-down lift, it allows for innovative PLC control. The model stands 1000 mm high, with each cabin measuring 200 mm.
PT-21 4WP Smart Traffic Lights Simulator (multiple crossing)
The PT-21 4WP Simulator models a two-way street intersection with traffic lights and three pedestrian crossings. It includes pedestrian signaling at the cross-section and a crossing with a pedestrian call button, providing students with training in traffic light control and pedestrian signaling systems.
PT-33 MS Lift Model Trainer with PLC
The PT-33 MS Lift Trainer Module trains students in modern elevator control signals, actuators, and display components. It features a three-stop scaled-down lift with PLC control and management, using an integrated PT-1208 PLC for hands-on learning in elevator system operation.
Sensors & Transducers
PTS-2312 Sensors and Transducers Trainer
The PTS-2312 Sensors and Transducers Trainer offers hands-on training with industrial-grade components, control circuits, and load units. It supports modular closed-loop and open-ended control applications. Equipped with USB/Serial interfaces for computer communication, it is ideal for industrial control training.
SMART:Blox S4T Physical Computing for IoT Devices
The SMART:Blox S4T is a portable, tabletop educational system for programming and controlling analog and digital devices for IoT. It utilizes open-architecture Arduino and ESP 32 microcontrollers compatible with Arduino UNO, allowing students to design and program control circuits using block programming in various programming languages (C, C++, Python, Arduino IDE).
Pneumatics & Controls
PTS-3840 Electro-pneumatics Training System
The PTS-3840 trainer introduces students to pneumatics, electro-pneumatics, and PLC-based automation. It consists of modular units for building circuits involving sensors, actuators, and process control components. Modules include Pneumatics, Electro-pneumatics, and PLC kits, all assembled on an aluminum bench. It’s designed for advanced training in mechatronics and automation technology.
PTS-3840 EPS Trainer Electro-pneumatics Training Station For Students
The PTS 3840 EPS provides students with training in electro-pneumatics and PLC-based automation, as part of the LHP 302 Automation laboratory. The course covers mechanical and electronic component integration, focusing on mechatronics, pneumatic component logic control, and process control applications for advanced automation training.
PTS-201 Portable Pneumatics Trainer
The portable, compact trainer offers flexible configurations for pneumatic training, emulating bench-type trainers at a lower cost. It supports four platform arrangements (vertical, horizontal, superimposed, double-sided) and allows quick mounting of pneumatic components using baseboards and couplings. It’s also suitable for hydraulic training.
PTS-211 Portable Electro Pneumatics Trainer
This portable, compact trainer offers flexibility for various training setups at a lower cost than bench-type models. It supports four platform arrangements (vertical, horizontal, superimposed, double-sided) and allows quick mounting of pneumatic components with fast couplings. It’s suitable for both hydraulic and pneumatic training.
PTS-203 Tabletop Advanced Pneumatics Trainer
This flexible trainer features an aluminum profile construction and quick-mounting system for easy tabletop use. Components attach without tools, and pneumatic connections use fast couplings. It supports both hydraulic and pneumatic training with various parts available for experiments, catering to all skill levels from elementary to advanced.
PTS-213 Tabletop Advanced ElectroPneumatics Trainer
This flexible trainer features an aluminum profile construction and quick-mounting system for easy tabletop use. Components attach without tools, and pneumatic connections use fast couplings. It supports both hydraulic and pneumatic training with various parts available for experiments, catering to all skill levels from elementary to advanced.
PTS-102 Advanced Pneumatics Trainer (Double Sided)
This flexible trainer features an aluminum profile construction and quick-mounting system for easy tabletop use. Components attach without tools, and pneumatic connections use fast couplings. It supports both hydraulic and pneumatic training with various parts available for experiments, catering to all skill levels from elementary to advanced.
PTS-103 Advanced Pneumatics Trainer
This flexible trainer features an aluminum profile structure with a storage drawer and universal castors for mobility. Components attach easily to the grooved profile plate with a tool-free quick-mount system. Suitable for both hydraulic and pneumatic training, it supports various parts for skill development from elementary to advanced levels.
PTS-113 Advanced Electro Pneumatics Trainer
The trainer is a flexible hydraulics teaching system with an aluminum structure, featuring tool-free component mounting and mobility via silent castors. It supports both pneumatic and electrical units, enabling versatile training from basic to advanced levels, with optional experiment extensions for skill development.
PTS-111 Advanced Electro Pneumatics Trainer (Double Sided)
This flexible electro-pneumatics trainer features an aluminum and powder-coated steel frame with universal castors for mobility. Components attach tool-free to the grooved profile plate, and pneumatic connections use fast couplings. Electrical units are clamped and sequenced individually, supporting both pneumatics and hydraulics with available parts for skill development from elementary to advanced levels.
PTS-607 Pneumatic Robotic Handling Trainer
This unit is a comprehensive automated sorting system, featuring an integrated platform with pneumatic robotic mechanisms, a conveyor belt driven by a DC motor, and a dynamic storage unit for sorting workpieces. Wiring connects to a modular PLC for effective control and functionality.
PTS-302 Three Phase Synchronous Motor and Generator Grid Parallel Operation Trainer
This trainer addresses the operational training needs for various electric machines, covering DC and AC motor and generator control technologies. It features a modular aluminum frame, enabling flexible experiment setups, and comprehensive motor control using R-L-C loads. The unit is mobile with lockable castors and allows easy expansion through additional modular electrical units. Wiring is safely routed to a printed composite panel with 4mm safety sockets and sealed connectors.
Hydraulics & Controls
PTS-3860 Hydraulics Training System
The PTS-3860 Hydraulics Training System features advanced hydraulics and electro-hydraulics technology, enabling safe and efficient assembly and operation of hydraulic circuits. It serves as an ideal educational tool, providing students comprehensive training in automation hydraulic technologies for effective learning experiences.
PTS-201 Portable Industrial Hydraulics Trainer
This portable, compact hydraulic trainer offers flexibility with four arrangement options: vertical, horizontal, superimposed, or double-sided. It supports quick mounting of hydraulic components using a baseboard and features fast-connecting couplings for leak-proof connections. The design allows easy tube insertion and extraction with a lockable, spring-assisted mechanism, providing cost-effective, versatile training.
PTS-202 Portable Industrial Electro Hydraulics Trainer
The portable trainer offers flexibility in training conditions, featuring a compact, movable design. It supports four hydraulic experiment setups with vertical, horizontal, superimposed, or double-sided configurations. Hydraulic components are easily mounted using a quick baseboard, and leak-free connections are achieved through fast coupling with a spring lock system.
PTS-203 Tabletop Basic Hydraulics Trainer
The tabletop hydraulic trainer features an aluminum profile structure with a tool-free, quick mounting system for easy component attachment. It uses fast, self-sealing couplings for leak-free hydraulic connections. Compatible with both hydraulic and pneumatic systems, it supports skill development from basic to advanced levels, with optional experiment extensions.
PTS-204 Tabletop Electro Hydraulics Trainer
The tabletop hydraulic trainer features an aluminum profile structure and a quick, tool-free mounting system. It uses fast, self-sealing couplings for leak-free hydraulic connections. Electrical units are clamped and sequenced, supporting both hydraulics and pneumatics for dual functionality. Experiment extensions help develop skills from basic to advanced levels in hydraulic engineering.
PTS-102 Basic Hydraulics Trainer (Double Sided)
The flexible hydraulic trainer features an aluminum and powder-coated steel frame with silent castors for mobility. Its quick, tool-free mounting system and fast, self-sealing couplings ensure leak-free hydraulic connections. Compatible with both hydraulics and pneumatics, the double-sided design allows two groups to operate simultaneously. Experiment extensions support skill development from basic to advanced levels.
PTS-103 Basic Hydraulics Trainer
The flexible hydraulic trainer features an aluminum profile structure, including a storage drawer unit, and silent castors for mobility. Its tool-free quick mounting system allows easy component attachment, with leak-free hydraulic connections via fast, self-sealing couplings. Compatible with both hydraulics and pneumatics, the platform supports skill development from basic to advanced levels, with options for experiment extensions.
PTS-211 Portable Transparent Hydraulics Trainer
The portable trainer offers flexibility for various training conditions, featuring a compact, movable design at a lower cost than bench-type trainers. It includes fast, self-sealing couplings with a lockable spring design, ensuring leak-free connections.
PTS-212 Portable Transparent Electro Hydraulics Trainer
The portable trainer offers excellent flexibility, featuring a compact, easily movable design with nearly all the functions of a bench-type trainer at a smaller size and lower cost. It uses transparent hydraulic components for direct observation of internal structures, hydraulic flow, and mechanical motions during operation. The system includes fast, self-sealing couplings with a lockable spring design to prevent leakage.
PTS-301 Transparent Hydraulic Excavator Trainer
This trainer simulates various actions of a real excavator, featuring transparent hydraulic components and nylon tubes for easy operation and inspection. A programmable logic controller (PLC) manages the electrical components, enabling automatic system demonstrations and a range of excavating actions via different PLC commands. The hydraulic valves, distributor, and solenoid valves are mounted on a modular plastic spring baseboard for quick release and easy setup.
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Models
PT-CIM 2C Mechatronics Basic Trainer
The PT-CIM 2C trainer enables students to learn basic mechatronics processes and develop advanced skills in programming automation using PLCs. With hands-on experience in mechatronics and PLC-based automation, it offers an ideal platform for advanced training in industrial automation applications.
PTR 4D Robotic Arm Module
The PTR 4D is a robotic arm module which can provide to the students training in the basic construction and operation of Robotic systems or can be operated as an add-on to certain Automation and CIM labs of Polytech.
Automatic Modular Flexible Production Trainer (9 Station)
The trainer is based on a comprehensive modular production training and simulation system, it offers a complete solution for the study of modern factory automation and integrates a variety of technological applications, including mechanical & electrical & electronic & information & sensor & interface technologies, etc.
Industrial grade components and control methods are used to fully demonstrate the modular production system, up to nine modular stations are included and each has its own focus, covering monitoring & feeding, detection & wasterejection, handling, processing, simulated heat treatment & markιng, buffering, six freedom robot handling, assembly and steρeoscopic storage.
CIM-502A Biaxial Storage Control Trainer
The Trainer simulates an ASRS with 3×4 storage locations and a device moving in X, Y, and Z directions using stepping and DC motors. It features BCD code input with digital display and modular construction for easy installation and modification.
CIM-502B Biaxial Manipulator System Trainer
The Biaxial Manipulator System Trainer offers a complete control solution, featuring a mechanical manipulator with four degrees of freedom, a pneumatic actuator, and a workpiece platform. It integrates electrical control and mechanical components on a single platform for comprehensive hands-on training.
CIM-501A DC Motor Linear Control Trainer
The DC Motor Linear Control Trainer teaches linear motion control using a DC motor, focusing on PLC applications, gear motor control, and sensor technology. Its modular design allows standalone or integrated use. It supports multiple positioning modes, including proximity sensor and rotary encoder positioning.
CIM-501B Stepping Motor Linear Control Trainer (new)
The Stepping Motor Linear Control Trainer is designed for linear motion control using a stepping motor, highlighting PLC applications, motor control, and sensor technology. Its modular design supports standalone or integrated use, with various positioning modes including proximity sensor, rotary encoder, and stepping motor positioning.
CIM-504A – Belt Conveyor Sorting Control Trainer
Simulates a belt conveyor system driven by a 24V DC gear motor with integrated sensors. It identifies materials for sorting and is designed to connect with PLC control systems for automation. It features pneumatic actuators, quick couplings, and a color-coded panel for wiring.
Enhancing Learning with Advanced Software
The laboratory’s software is meticulously organized to support the learning process. It includes theoretical background, practical examples, and a series of tests and questions to reinforce student understanding. The software also enables fault testing, either through the application itself or via switches, enhancing students’ diagnostic abilities.
Real-Time Feedback and Evaluation
One of the standout features of the LHP 302 laboratory is its capability for real-time feedback and evaluation. The system’s software tracks and records student performance, providing detailed insights into their progress. This allows for immediate corrections and a deeper understanding of the material.
Supporting Learning Materials
Every simulator and trainer in the LHP 302 laboratory comes with comprehensive technical manuals and step-by-step guides for both theory and practical exercises. These resources ensure that students can follow along and fully grasp the concepts being taught.
Conclusion
The LHP 302 Automation – Mechatronics laboratory by Polytech S.A. is a groundbreaking educational solution that prepares students for the future of automation and process control. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical application and real-time feedback, this laboratory equips students with the skills and experience they need to excel in the fast-paced world of industrial automation and mechatronics.
Invest in the future of education and industry with Polytech S.A.’s LHP 302 laboratory, and empower the next generation of automation professionals.
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