PLC stands for Programmable Logic Controller. The PLC can control machines and determines what a device should do (when, for how long, how often and how). A PLC could be described as a robust computer, that works well in an industrial environment. Dinnissen has an internal automation department that develops perfectly functioning PLCs, tailored to the market of grains, powders, and granulates.
Process:
Automation & ControlA Dinnissen PLC can be used for complete machine control or as an addition to regular control. When used as a supplement, the PLC has a specific task, such as controlling a safety system. PLCs are an important part of the automation process. A PLC controls very complex and elaborate mechanisms. The device is equipped with a microprocessor that, based on information from various inputs, controls the outputs and therefore ensures that the machine does exactly what it is supposed to do.
The possibilities with a Dinnissen PLC are endless. By programming the necessary control programs, you ensure that a machine performs complex tasks effortlessly. The control programs can be written in the PLC itself or on another computer and can be adjusted easily and quickly.
One of the most important features of a Dinnissen PLC is the speed at which action can be taken. When a Dinnissen technician notices something in the PLC is not properly adjusted, there is no need to call in an external party, but it can be immediately remedied by contacting Dinnissen's internal automation department. Every PLC has a control program and a processor that executes this program. The input section of the PLC receives the commands for the machine. The output section is used to control the machine. Based on the tasks a machine must perform, Dinnissen determines the exact composition of the PLC in deliberation with you. The control program is flexible and can be adapted to your needs.
PLCs control machines, devices, and processes. Information enters the PLC via various inputs. The information can consist of signals from the machine itself (for example about the current status of the machine), but they can also be signals from other machines or computers. The control program in the PLC determines what needs to be communicated to the outputs and the processor carries this out. The outputs are used to control the machine. The PLC is software that, based on the obtained input, puts hardware to work. Following a fixed pattern, all inputs are checked repeatedly for new input. Based on this, the output is adjusted accordingly.
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Besides the PLC, Dinnissen has designed more solutions for Automation & Control. To give you quick insight into your process and a clear overview of it, we developed the Dinnissen Productivity Platform and the HMI OneBlink. The Dinnissen Productivity Platform ensures that you are always aware of any stagnation in your process, and the HMI OneBlink provides a clear overview via a dashboard. We also have solutions for automated sampling. Take a look at our Sampling System, Sample Carousel and Multisize Sample Carousel.
System integrator Dinnissen optimizes and innovates your production process with tailored solutions: developed, manufactured and tested in-house. From product intake, transport, dosing and weighing, mixing, grinding, sieving and packaging to full automation and control. We maximize the performance and efficiency of your entire process.
Easily and safely changing sieve basket
The ease and safety with which the sieve basket can be changed were decisive factors in our choice for a Dinnissen sifting machine.
Mr. Kreuzer- Company Manager - Südstärke
Technicians, not salespeople
Dinnissen's representatives strive for the best solutions. They are engineers first and salespeople second.
Frans van Zutven- Founder and Director - Van Zutven
Filled three complete factories
Dinnissen has filled an entire factory for us with a complete production line, on three different occasions. They just get it right: from mixers and sifters to sampling and automation.
Erik Schut- Managing Director - Jonker & Schut
Choice based on trust, feeling, and price
We made a choice based on trust, feeling, and price. In this total package, Dinnissen came out best.
Marcel van den Oetelaar- Proces Technologist - Vobra
Didn't consider any other option than Dinnissen
When the mixers needed replacement and Dinnissen could do a one-on-one replacement, we really didn't consider any other option than Dinnissen.
Elmar Flach- Technical Specialist - Voergroep Zuid
Flexibility, cleaning, short mixing time, and a homogeneous end product
We also considered other options but on the points we considered most important - flexibility, cleaning, short mixing time, and a homogeneous end product - Dinnissen scored best.
Sam Dimassi- Owner - Nutri-Dynamics
No challenge is too big
At Dinnissen, they think in terms of challenges, not problems. They don't give up and keep going until there is a solution that satisfies all parties.
Martin Sonneveld- Production Director - United Petfood Waalwijk
Mixers have been running 30 years
Dinnissen machines may not be the cheapest in terms of purchase price, but in terms of value for money, there are none better. Our Dinnissen mixer has been running extremely reliably for 30 years.
Adwin van der Vorst- Directeur - VDV Group
Drastically improved feed-quality
90% of our customers with laying hens have already switched to the new feed produced using the Pegasus® mixer and the Thermidor® system.
Kurt Egli- Former manager - Egli Mühlen
World player in process technology
To realize production processes of the best quality, we work closely with Dinnissen: One of the strongest players in the world in process technology and hygienic design.
Gerben Koopmans- Project Engineering Manager - Nestlé
Service on weekends
One day there was an important issue and one of Dinnissen's engineers immediately took action during the weekend. I have never seen other foreign partners do this.
Mr. Kimio Aono- Founder - APTe Japan
Customized mixers
Dinnissen thought along with us from start to finish. For example, they used existing drawings for these new mixers to save us costs in the engineering phase.
Pieter Gorter- Project Manager - ForFarmers
Unique in preliminary work
What really makes Dinnissen unique, is the preliminary work. You can literally count every bolt and nut in the drawing.
Kenneth Gijzen- Maintenance & Engineering Manager - AAK Rotterdam
Mixing time of 60 seconds per batch
Previously, we had standard times in the mixing process of 14 - 15 minutes. With the Pegasus® mixer we achieve a mixing time of 60 seconds per batch.
Lothar Pixa- Director - Planta
Collaboration based on mutual respect
Our collaboration with Dinnissen is based on mutual respect and trust. We challenge each other to continuously innovate and improve
Stefan Kuijpers- Director - Vitelia
High-quality vacuum coaters
We chose to work with Dinnissen because they supply high-quality vacuum coaters that fit exactly within our production lines.
Arnold Balledux- Global Technical Head Animal Feeds & Vice-president Animal Feed & Protein - Olam Agri
Six-fold increase of total production
Production has gone from 3-5 tons per day to 30 tons per day. That's a six-fold increase in total production.
Michiel de Boer- CEO - Nöll & Co.
Fully automated sampling
We considered several machine developers, but the high quality of the Dinnissen machines and the competence and commitment of the employees were decisive for us.
Arjan van Dijk- Project Manager - Ausnutria
Quadrupled production capacity
In collaboration with Dinnissen, we have quadrupled our production capacity from 3 to 12 tons per hour.
Harald Schmalwieser- Managing Director - Solan
Increased capacity despite using 17 fewer mixers
The amazing part is that we managed to increase the capacity, despite using 17 fewer mixers.
Edward Depre- Project Manager - Group Depre
Tailor-made solution for every problem
What charmed us most about Dinnissen was that they responded perfectly to our questions each time: they jumped right in and quickly came up with a tailor-made solution to each problem.
Jos Falvay- Project manager - Perstorp
The importance of hygiene and safety requirements
Dinnissen fully understood the importance of hygiene and safety requirements in our industry. They went the extra mile by providing us with all the necessary documentation, all ATEX drawings, and full traceability.
Anton Vleeshouwers- Project Director - DSM
