From initial inventory to commissioning
Reliant Group delivers electrical engineering and automation projects for industrial machines, production installations and technical systems.
This may involve a new control cabinet, the modernisation of an existing installation or the complete electrical and software-based control of a new machine.
We can carry out the full process or work together with the technical department, machine builder or other parties involved.
Engineering
A reliable project starts with a solid technical design.
During the engineering phase, we map out the installation, functionality and technical requirements. We determine which components are required and how the control system, drive system and safety systems will be built.
Our engineering work may include:
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Inventory of the existing installation
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Preparing a functional specification
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Electrical design
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Component selection
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Preparing and modifying electrical diagrams
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Design of control and safety functions
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Calculation and selection of motors and drives
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Design of industrial networks and communication
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Preparation of the software structure
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Coordination with the client and other suppliers
Switchgear and control cabinets
We design and build new switchgear and control cabinets for machines and industrial installations.
Each cabinet is built for the specific application, with attention to clarity, accessibility and future maintenance.
The work may include:
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Electrical engineering
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Selection and procurement of components
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Assembly and wiring of the cabinet
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Installation of PLCs, frequency converters and protection systems
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Coding of components and cabling
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Testing of the control cabinet
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Updating and delivering electrical diagrams
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Installation and connection on site
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Commissioning of the installation
PLC software
We develop new PLC software and modify existing programs.
The software is structured logically and clearly, so the operation of the installation remains easy to understand and maintain.
Our software activities may include:
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Development of new PLC programs
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Modification of existing software
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Conversion of old PLC systems
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Programming of machine and process controls
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Control systems for motors, pumps and fans
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Control of frequency converters
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Alarm and fault handling
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Recipes and process settings
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Communication with other machines and systems
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Testing and optimisation of the software
HMI and operation
A good installation must not only function technically, but also be clear and safe to operate.
We develop and modify HMI screens for operators and technical departments.
We pay attention to:
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Clear operation
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Clear process visualisation
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Clear fault messages
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Status information for machines and drives
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Adjustable process parameters
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Maintenance and diagnostic pages
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User levels and access control
Modernisation and conversion
When modernising an existing installation, we replace obsolete technology without the need to renew the complete machine.
A modernisation project may include:
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Replacing an old control cabinet
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Migration to a new PLC platform
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Replacing old frequency converters
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Renewing motor controls
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Installing new sensors and safety systems
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Renewing HMI operation
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Improving diagnostic capabilities
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Updating electrical diagrams
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Testing and recommissioning
During a conversion, we take the existing installation and the available production shutdown into account as much as possible.
Drive projects
We support the selection, replacement and commissioning of industrial drives.
Examples include:
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Electric motors
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Frequency converters
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Soft starters
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Gearboxes
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Mechanical braking systems
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Crane and lifting drives
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Transport and conveyor systems
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Pumps and fans
We assess the load, required torque, speed, control behaviour and operating conditions.
Installation and commissioning
After engineering and preparation, we take care of installation, connection and commissioning on site.
During commissioning, we test the installation step by step and check whether the control system, safety systems and drives work together correctly.
The work may include:
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Installation of components and cabinets
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Laying and connecting cabling
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Carrying out electrical checks
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Input and output testing
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Testing of safety functions
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Functional testing of the installation
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Optimising settings and software
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Support during production start-up
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Delivery of documentation
