A low-cost PackML-based control solution for a modular production line

摘要

The contribution deals with an implementation of discrete control logic for a modular production line, with two main objectives pursued. Firstly, the basic ideas of PackML standard should be implemented, in particular the behaviour of the machine from the operational state viewpoint, and secondly, the implementation should be based on low-end programmable logic controllers, with limitations on the available memory and processing speed. The paper presents a general idea of the implementation with discussion of its relation to PackML standard, and provides relevant details of the implementation case study on a laboratory scale modular production system.