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Thank you all for the prompt feedback and good answers. Would the solenoids in general be internal to the valve/actuator unit or is that something you purchase and mount separately? So would it be true to say that electrical actuators don't require solenoids? only pneumatic and hydraulic ones do?

Hi, Would appreciate anyone on the forum if they could shed some input on valve positioners and Actuators. Are valve positioners required for On/Off valves (not modulating)? Are limit switches still required? What’s the difference between electric actuator and motor actuator? Are they the...

Hi, I currently investigating automating a 3km conveyor for coal overseas. The project will be designed in Australia. I am keen to find out the appropriate safety standards AS61508, AS61511, AS4024 etc...that I need to use and why. As I am new to these standards i would appreciate any guidance.

Hi, I am new to circuit breakers sizing and selection; I have been looking at an existing PLC panel schematic and trying to make sense of the design. I attached a snapshot sample schematic. 1) I am interested to find out from anyone as to how the design engineer has arrived to the nominated...

I recently overheard people talking about PLC and terminal strips i.e. F-strip, P-Strip, S-strip etc… Can anyone provide me with some information about the meaning of F-strip, P-Strip, S-strip etc… Cheers

I recently overheard people talking about PLC and terminal strips i.e. F-strip, P-Strip, S-strip etc… Can anyone provide me with some information about the meaning of F-strip, P-Strip, S-strip etc… Cheers

Hi, I am interested in finding out how to put a P&ID together for a conveyor system and pump station system. I would appreciate it if anyone can give me an advice on any source or site that teaches P&ID from scratch. Thanks in advance

I was wondering if anyone in this forum can direct to a document that explain in some detail the functions and meaning of mining equipment and words such as: apron feeder, grizly feeder, screens,ROM, Hoist, decline etc...I am new to a mining project and need to understand some of this meanings...

HI, Being new to PLCs, I was wondering if anyone here can describe to me the difference between PLC and Remote I/O and when and where would you use remote I/O instead of a PLC. Much thanks

Hi All, I was wondering if anyone in this forum can refer me to any document online or website that discuss electrical cable selection and rating. Regards

I have not been involved much in my career in Motors and recently a project was assigned to that involves design a motor control system for a conveyor. Does anyone have any PDF or can direct me to a site that teaches Motors/Contactors/Starters. I don’t have any idea about them especially...