Ex Isolation in Modular Process Plants
IMXK interface devices can be installed in compact control box on process modules and transmit signals from intrinsically safe field devices
Modular plant concepts are being used more and more by companies in the process industry in order to reduce time to market and keep their plants agile. The modules are encased in a steel frame with the external dimensions of the standard ISO container. These modules are known as super skids. They are easy to transport and allow plant operators to react flexibly when faced with local fluctuations in demand. Production in modular plants can also be scaled more effectively than in other plants.
However, the challenge for plant designers is to find a way of safely installing all of the necessary automation components and ensuring that they can be easily accessed, while also working with limited space. This is where smaller control boxes are an ideal solution. These protective enclosures are often considerably flatter than those of standard control cabinets.
Your Benefits
- Depth of just 77 millimeters facilitates installation in compact control boxes and small enclosures
- High level of safety in functionally safe circuits up to SIL2
- Worldwide approvals facilitate dynamic global production scenarios
- Market-leading precision, speed and temperature stability ensure investment security
IMXK interface devices from Turck measure just 77 millimeters in depth and can fit in flat control panels up to Zone 2. The devices are designed to be connected to suitable sensors and actuators, mounted in areas up to Zone 0 and used in functional safety circuits up to SIL2.
Global Approvals for Global Flexibility
The potential for reorganizing production capacities in modular process plants offers greater flexibility for pharmaceutical manufacturers and producers of fine chemicals. The IMXK12 family of devices is approved for use in the key markets and is therefore ideally suited for global production (ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI, cULus, INMETRO, Kosha, TIIS, TR CU). The flexibility of the modules is further enhanced by the wide input voltage range of 10–30 VDC which allows the modules to be operated with a solar-based power supply or on mobile vehicles with an on-board power supply.
Extensive Portfolio of Interface Technology
Isolating switching amplifiers (IMXK12-DI), solenoid drivers (IMXK12-DO) and isolating transducers for analog input and output signals (IMXK12-AI, IMXK12-AO) complete this portfolio of interface technology products in a compact design.
- Automotive
- Body Detection in Automobile Production
- Reliable Skid Detection in Automotive Production
- RFID Bus Mode Ensures Quality of Lithium-Ion Batteries
- Level Measurement in Dip Coating Line
- Level Control in Central Lubrication System
- Quality Assurance on the Gluing Robot
- Tilt angle sensor accelerates platform alignment
- IP67 Hybrid Module Processes Safety Signals
- Decentralized monitoring of cooling stations
- Robot welding cells networked with Ethernet
- Monitoring the cooling circuit on welding clamps
- Flow monitoring in drum washers
- Press Shop
- Body Shop
- Paint Shop
- Final Assembly
- Powertrain
- Item-level Detection with UHF RFID
- Supply of cooling lubricant in machine tools
- Controlling hydraulic pressure in pressing plants
- Measuring process pressure on scissor lifts
- Success Stories - Automotive
- Laser Sensor Detects Black Bumpers in Assembly Cell
- Decentralized Safety Technology for Modular Production
- Modular Conveyor System
- RFID and I/O modules for Safe Tool Changes
- RFID in an Automated Guided Vehicle
- Muffler Production Wired with IO-Link Junction Boxes
- Workpiece Carrier Identification in Rear Vent Production
- Weld Nut Sensing
- RFID Traceability
- RFID in Engine Production
- Bumper Production with Identification
- Solutions for Paint Shops
- Welding and Assembly Sensors
- Angle Sensors for Assembly Systems
- Tool Identification
- Unique Products on the Conveyor Belt
- RFID in the Body Shop
- IO-Link Eases Differential Gear Production
- Chemical
- Decentralized Automation in Ex Areas
- RFID Control of Tube Connections in the Ex Area
- Ethernet Signal Connection in the I&C Room
- Ethernet-based Automation of Modular Skids
- Detection of Pigs
- Remote Signal I/O
- Easy Connection of Field Devices
- Signal Processing with System I/O in the Control Cabinet
- Signal Separation with Interface Technology in the Control Cabinet
- Identification of Hose Connections
- Efficient Monitoring of Cabinets in the Field
- Monitoring of Quarter Turn Actuators
- Planning and Assembly of System Solutions
- Success Stories
- I/O System Excom Creates Space in the I&C Rooms
- Zone 2 and 22 RFID
- Efficient Testing Control
- Intrinsically Safe Field Communication
- Process Control System Partnership
- Hazardous Area Remote I/O
- Dual Valve Position Feedback
- Flexibility with Fieldbus
- Asset Management with Remote I/O
- Correct Positioning with RFID in Carbid Production
- Fast conversion in restricted space
- Energy
- Food and Beverage
- Dough Thickness Control in Rolling Machines
- Identification of Food Containers
- Detection of Valve Position
- Detection of Pipe Elbows
- Identification of Chocolate Molds
- Success Stories
- Grist for the Mill
- Decentralized Control Modules in Coldstore
- Track and Trace in Meat Production with RFID
- Contact-free Encoder in Potato Production
- UHF RFID in Food Distribution Center
- RFID for Chocolate Production
- Distributed I/O for Food Equipment
- Remote I/O for Distilleries
- RFID and Autoclaves
- Transparency in Chocolate Manufacturing
- IP67 Power Supplies for Conveyors
- Identification in Food Product Storage
- Logistics
- Tracking Big Bags with RFID
- Access Control for Protected Areas
- Decentralized Muting of Electro-sensitive Protectice Equipment
- Preventive Maintenance on Conveyor Belts
- Detection of Transport Containers
- Level Detection in Vessels
- Identification of Cryovessels
- Identification of Mobile Containers with Handheld Devices
- Identification of Food Containers
- Tier 1 – Bumper Identification
- Collision Protection on Reach Stackers
- Success Stories
- RFID Enables Unmanned Store at Major Building Site
- I/O and Safety Modules Increase Throughput in Intralogistics
- Shipment Tracking for Raw Materials
- RFID-based Shipment Control Minimizes Errors
- RFID-based Tracking of Inbound and Outbound Materials
- Decentralized UHF RFID Solution
- Contact-free Encoder in Potato Production
- Decentralized Control Modules in Coldstore
- IP67 Power Supplies for Conveyors
- Modular Conveyor System
- RFID Solution for Warehouse
- RFID Guides AGV in Suspension Production
- RFID Identifies Pharmaceuticals
- UHF RFID in Food Distribution Center
- Mobile Equipment
- Condition Monitoring Sensor Automates Climate Control
- Automatic Slope Compensation
- Distribution Lines for Field Sprayers
- Angle Measurement on a Field Sprayer
- Determining the Boom Angle Position
- Two-Axis Tilt Measurement on a Combine Harvester
- Collision Protection on Reach Stackers
- Success Stories
- RFID Solution with Smart Forklifts in Automobile Production
- Safe Remote Maintenance of Irrigation and Drainage Pumps
- Access Control with RFID System
- Selective Asparagus Harvester
- Position Measurement with RFID and Encoder
- RFID in an Automated Guided Vehicle
- Block I/O Modules on Super Yacht
- Wear-free encoder on hopper dredger
- I/O for Dust Suppression
- Cabinet Cooling
- Quick Disconnect Connectivity
- Automation Solutions for Extreme Cold
- Remote I/O for Cranes
- Rugged Heavy Metal Lifting
- Rollercoaster Positioning
- Mobile Machinery Solutions
- Exact Height Positioning
- Critical Angle Sensing
- Angle Indicator
- Oil and Gas
- Packaging
- Decentralized RFID Package Verification
- Identification of Printing Color Cartridges
- Reliable Operation of Machines
- Monitoring of Caps in Filling Lines
- Monitoring Changeover Processes
- Identification of Test Bottles
- Level Monitoring of Ground Coffee
- Level Detection in Vessels
- Detection of Transport Containers
- Success Stories
- Pharmaceutical
- End-to-End Sample Tracking with RFID
- Automate Modular Skids
- Pharmaceutical Skids with Decentralized I/O Technology
- Ex Isolation in Modular Process Plants
- Control of Valve Interfaces
- Monitoring of Quarter Turn Actuators
- Detection of Pipe Elbows
- Remote Signal I/O
- Planning and Construction of Super Skids
- Easy Connection of Field Devices
- Identification of Cryovessels
- Identification of Mobile Containers
- Identification of Mobile Containers with Handheld Devices
- Identification of Hose Connections for Precursors
- Identification of Hose Connections in Sterile Areas
- Identification of Hose Connections in Ex Zone 1
- Identification of Big Bags and Bioreactors
- Identification of Single-Use Applications
- Success Stories
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