Ajay Neginhal

This automation project centered on building reliable control logic for conveyors and drive systems in a manufacturing environment. The resulting architecture emphasizes safety, stability, and fast recovery.

IndustryMay 2025 - PresentControls Engineering Intern

Manufacturing Automation System

ControlLogix-based automation for conveyor and drive systems in a production environment.

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ControlsAutomationPLCManufacturingSafety

Key Reminders

  • Describe the end-to-end control architecture for conveyors and drives.
  • Explain how interlocks and fault handling protect equipment and operators.
  • Highlight commissioning workflow and troubleshooting strategies.

Technologies

Rockwell ControlLogixLadder LogicVFDsConveyorsSensorsIndustrial Networks

System Overview

Built and refined PLC logic to coordinate conveyors, drives, and safety interlocks across a production line. The focus was stable material flow and quick operator recovery from faults.

Control Architecture

The system integrates multiple drives, sensors, and safety devices under a centralized ControlLogix program with clear state handling.

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ladder code

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Conveyor sequencing and fault-handling routine.

Electrical Design

I/O maps, drive configuration, and panel wiring were validated to ensure safe operation and predictable start-up behavior.

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Testing and Validation

Commissioning focused on verifying interlocks, throughput stability, and operator recovery procedures.

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Demo and Next Steps

Future improvements include predictive alarms and extended logging for maintenance analytics.

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