Kruse Integration Outlines the Options for Dredge Automation

摘要

While dredges still need operators for monitoring and emergencies, automated dredge operations are increasing efficiency by minimizing operator error and adjusting systems in real-time. To better understand automation systems for dredges, IDR spoke with Jay Wise of Kruse Integration about many of the tools, options and consideration for its automation products. Kruse Integration is a system integrator. The company specializes in automation and factory controls design and programming using programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The article will first discuss Global Positioning System (GPS), which is essential for other types of dredge automation systems.