Machine control systems – MCS

Automation solution for pulp drying lines

The ANDRITZ AUTOMATION machine control system (MCS) provides a tailor-made, high-performance automation solution for pulp machine controls. Our strength is our know-how in process technology, automation, and design engineering.

Automation concept for MCS

Modular process

Hydraulic control
Machine movements
Auxiliaries

Modular control hardware

Standard hardware
Remote I/O units with bus links to PLC

Modular control software

Unique software modules for each machine/process section
Pre-tested remote I/O units

Module interface by standard field bus and Ethernet links

Less and simple wiring

PrimeControl plant

Unique software modules for the PrimeLine process

Integrated programming environment
(logic, sequence, alarm, trend, display programming)
Complete in-house programming, using standard software
ANDRITZ PCS7
Comprehensively tested software modules
Extended help functions
Extended maintenance functions

MCS know-how

Benefits of the MCS at a glance

Proven
Fully tested control hardware and application software
Safe
Fast and easy maintenance due to extended help functions and almost unlimited trending possibilities
Online service support
OPETM – OnLine: software support with secure Internet access
Cost efficiency
Low investment cost
Easy scaling (optimized size of hardware components)
Short commissioning