Industrial safety and PROFISAFE communications in AIRBUS autoclave carts
Company
AIRBUS, an international leader in the aeronautical industry, with highly demanding safety and quality processes for the manufacture and curing of carbon fiber components.
Challenge
Ensure the reliable and safe operation of the sensor and safety systems of the autoclave carts used in carbon fiber curing ovens.
The system had to strictly comply with industrial safety regulations, eliminating false alarms and ensuring operational continuity in an environment with strong electromagnetic interference.
Problem
- Constant false positives in security systems: Wireless signals were affected by external interference, causing frequent shutdowns.
- Complex electromagnetic environment: Proximity to the Rota military base generated interference due to signal inhibitors.
- Operational and production risk: False activations compromised the security and efficiency of the production process.
- Limited existing infrastructure: Previous systems were not equipped to guarantee secure communications in this context.
Solution
How we do it?
Surcontrol carried out a complete review of the sensors and safety systems, redesigning the communications architecture. SIEMENS equipment was installed with PROFISAFE safety communications, ensuring reliable transmission of critical signals.
The facility's PLCs were adapted and reprogrammed to operate with the new sensor and safety system, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust communication even in environments with strong electromagnetic interference.
Results
- Elimination of false positives in security systems.
- Full compliance with industrial safety regulations.
- Secure and reliable communication via PROFISAFE.
- Significant improvement in the operational continuity of autoclaves.
- Increased safety and stability in critical aeronautical manufacturing processes.