Miller Magazine Issue: 125 May 2020

64 COVER STORY MILLER / MAY 2020 ors. It monitors bearing temperature, belt misalignment, and shaft speed, sending live updates to your control cen- ter. The EZS128 is a stand-alone controller option for small to medium facilities and the WS2-HM is the ideal solution to integrate into existing plant automation, allowing up to 256 sensors to be monitored throughout your facility with a single ethernet cable connection. These EZSentinel control- lers are fully compatible with virtually any machine found in a grain, feed or milling facility. Intuitive operator interfaces provide a stream of real-time information and fault-condi- tion alarms. Machine controls and interlocking are all fully programmable. The expandable system also offers wireless capabilities for when the application demands it on machinery such as mo- bile trippers and ship loading conveyors. AGI CMC monitoring solutions not only protect people and property, they protect process efficiency and profits. With the ability to monitor operational performance at a compo- nent level, control centers receive early notice of imminent failures that can shut down vital machinery at critical times. CMC solutions enable a practical system for predictive maintenance, allowing component servicing or replacement during scheduled downtimes or servicing intervals. At a grain facility in the state of Indiana, AGI in- stalled Union Iron bucket elevators and Hi Roller enclosed belt conveyors, all fitted with CMC’s IS digital sensors as part of the site’s hazard mon- itoring network. The facility had over 200 sen- sors throughout the facility ranging from bearing temperature and belt misalignment to shaft speed slowdown. Grain elevators are special places and most hazard monitoring equipment is installed in classified areas rated as Class II, Group G and Divi- sion 1, an area where dust is present during opera- tions or Division 2, an area where dust is intermit- tently present during operation. The ever-present grain dust in combination with a hot bearing or a misaligned belt can very quickly create a dangerous situation. AGI CMC’s complete line of sensors can moni- tor bearing temperature, belt misalignment, shaft speed, and plugged chute on your equipment. CMC bearing sensors mount directly onto the bearing and sense grease temperature for early warning of a hot bearing. The brass rub sensors track alignment anomalies on both the belt and pulley to provide ear- ly warning of an impending belt tracking issue. The shaft speed sensors mount directly on to the tail, or non-driven pulley, and these easily mounted sensors alert the operator by providing an alarm and equip- ment shutdown based upon the normal operating speed of the machine. The plug chute detection dia- phragm switch alerts you immediately when a chute is plugged, which allows for machinery shutdown to prevent a dangerous situation. This complete package of hazard monitoring sensors was installed on the Hi Roller enclosed belt conveyors and the Union Iron bucket elevator. Installation is only the first of several important steps to- wards creating a safe grain or milling facility. Producers and operators should inspect their sensors and machinery on a regular maintenance schedule. As part of its RoadMap to HazMon Safety™ program, AGI CMC offers site safety assessments and inspections along with commissioning, an- nual validation, and testing of your CMC hazard monitoring system and sensors. CMC also offers training for the install- er and end user to ensure a thorough understanding of the utility offered by their hazard monitoring systems. AGI CMC understands the importance of safety, and through their grain storage, handling, controls and sensors they put that knowledge and experience into the hands of farmers, producers and operators. From massive multi-mil- lion-dollar port terminals, to smaller grain cooperatives and inland terminals, AGI CMC’s range of sensors and controls are compatible with your grain and milling equipment, pro- tecting your most valuable assets: your people. EZS128 Stand Alone Controller – ideal solution for small to medium sized facilities.