Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) for polymer mixing tank
This project focuses on improving the performance of a plant's sludge dewatering process by using Omron CP1E Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to increase the efficiency of the process which leads to a reduction in cost of the polymer product. The process requires manually mixing the cationic polymer long chains with raw water to produce a product that will be sent to the sludge tank process and filter press process where the sludge will harden for disposal. The addition of PLC into the process will reduce error caused by human. The Omron PLC will control the water intake inlet and pump for polymer needed to be mixed by measuring the level of water inside the tank using the sensor to control amount of water and polymer. The project works on upgrading an established system that uses manual mix method to automated method that will produce more accurate concentration of polymer without any human error.