Products

Drive Systems

Automated control and monitoring of industrial process is a basic requirement for all modern manufacturing operations. PCT has a thorough understanding of the most effective methods for analyzing, improving and maintaining industrial automation systems. We have the skills and processes needed to provide solutions to the challenges faced by industrial manufacturers.

Complex process lines benefit from the precise control that coordinated drive systems provide. PCT has applied our know how to develop web handling solutions for processes ranging from stretch film to steel. We have also provided product handling systems requiring several axes of coordinated motion. Our team excels in the design, programming, fabrication and commissioning of drive systems.

Technologies

Different technologies are available today for drive systems and each has its own advantages. PCT delivers coordinated drive systems utilizing AC drives (including common bus arrangements), DC drives and servo drives. We select the technology that is best suited for the application and the customer’s needs. For example we elected to use DC drives on a caster upgrade at a steel mill because the cost to replace the existing motors prohibited a change to AC. We will mix technologies on a single system if the application warrants. Our own pilot line showcases a combination of AC and DC technology.

Upgrades & Refurbishment

Often times a completely new piece of equipment is not required to address additional process requirements. In these situations the PCT team excels at identifying and delivering solutions that enhance the performance of legacy systems. We have the practical experience to know how best to design new components that effectively integrate with an existing process line. The revisions may include modifications to mechanical devices, a new control system, or modern operator stations.

Upgrade Project Results:

Increased production rates
Improved operator safety
Additional functionality
Product quality improvements
More maintainable equipment

Refurbishment work can either be performed at PCT's facility or on-site. The scope of PCT's involvement may range from providing one part to planning and executing a complete turnkey project. We have the flexibility to respond to your specific needs.

Design

Working from the design concept and specifications, the PCT Innovation Group delivers mechanical and electrical design services. We are experienced in producing complete custom machine and component designs. Our team also creates electrical design packages that include automation control systems, coordinated drive systems, operator stations, power distribution panels and installation drawings.

PCT Design Tools:

SolidWorks – 3D Design Software
Promis•e – Control System Design Software
AutoCAD – Design and Documentation Software

Electrical Panel Fabrication Services

PCT's panel fabrication team is experienced in providing our customers with solutions to their electrical control panel assembly needs. We have successfully provided hundreds of industrial control panels in our 20-year history. We are prepared to work from your design or to enhance your sketch with our in-house design and engineering capabilities.

PCT can provide:

Purchasing of necessary components
Layout of the subpanel, operator panel or control console
Mounting and installation of the components
Wiring between components
Printing and applying labels to terminal blocks, components, and both ends of all wires to aid in maintenance and troubleshooting
Checkout and testing of the control panel
Update the documentation set to show the panel “as-built”
Delivery of the completed control panel

Each control panel must pass a 17-step quality checklist prior to shipment. PCT’s shop is fully equipped to power-up and operate control systems if required. PCT can also provide panels that meet the stringent U.L. and CE requirements including the complete documentation set.

As part of Team PCT, our panel fabrication group also has access to a full range of engineering, design and mechanical fabrication resources.