Intro to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

The purpose of this course is to train maintenance personnel on the operation and basic troubleshooting of PLC systems, in order to become more effective troubleshooters on production equipment. The trainees will learn how to wire and troubleshoot the PLC hardware, and utilize RSLinx and RSLogix to navigate through the PLC program for troubleshooting. The course will focus on the Allen Bradley PLCs. Students will wire, troubleshoot and program PLCs in a lab environment. Attendees should have a basic electrical background before attending this seminar.

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Wonderware HMI Basics

This is an introductory course on the popular Human Machine Interface software used for industrial automation. The focus of this seminar will be on the maintenance of the Wonderware system. The hardware, operating system, and application will be studied, as well as the RSLinx communication to a PLC. The course will also cover development/modification of a sample application to show how the interaction of tags, objects, animation links, etc., form a working HMI project.

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Siemens S7 Introduction

The purpose of this course is to train maintenance and engineering personnel on the basic operation and troubleshooting of the Siemens S7 controller, in order to become a more effective troubleshooter on production equipment. Trainees will wire, program, and troubleshoot the S7 system in a lab environment. Attendees should have a basic electrical background and basic computer skills prior to attending this seminar.

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Industrial Ethernet Basics

An introductory course on the set-up and operation of the Ethernet. The focus of the course will be on using Ethernet with factory floor devices (i.e. PLCs). An introductory course on the setup and operation of Ethernet, for factory floor communications. The focus of the seminar will be on understanding how to setup IP addresses for PLCs and computer systems, as well as how to utilize RSLinx to communicate to these devices. Configuring for static or dynamic addressing will also be covered via DHCP or BootP methods. Cabling and networking hardware will also be covered in this seminar.

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Basic Electrical Troubleshooting

The 24-hour seminar is focused on plant maintenance personnel who are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical equipment in a production or process enviorment. Basic electrical terms will be discussed along with an emphasis on wiring and troubleshooting. Trainees will wire simple control circuits and troubleshoot faulted equipment by using techniques and equipment covered in the seminar. Components covered include start/stop stations, Limit Switches, Solenoids, Pilot Lights, Relays, Motors, Motor Starters, and Control Transformers. An emphasis will be on interpreting electrical prints.

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Instrumentation Basics

This is an introductory course on the basic operations and troubleshooting of analog systems in an industrial or process environment. The students will learn sensors, transmitters, controllers, and indicators, as well as the control devices used in process loop.

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Instrumentation Advanced

This course is focused toward plant maintenance personnel that are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting Instrumentation & Process Controls systems in a production environment. Instrumentation terms will be discussed along with an emphasis on applied theory and troubleshooting. This will be accomplished by observing typical transducer and controller operational characteristics. The student will be required to identify, calibrate, and troubleshoot individual components and complete systems. This is a 32 hour course.

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RSLinx Fundamentals

 

4/5 & 4/6 8:30a - 4p Archbold Fee: $800

 

Introduction to Plastics

This course is a general introduction to the plastics industry and is designed for individuals with little or no plastics experience. The course is a general overview of what plastics are, the different properties, the processes used to manufacture plastic products, and will focus on the injection molding process but can be modified to focus on other primary processes.

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Fundamentals of Injection Molding

This one-day course is an overview of the injection molding process designed for entry level technicians or any individual involved at any level in the injection molding industry. Topics include materials and material characteristics pertinent to injection molding, the injection molding machine, tooling, support equipment, and a general overview of job set-up and the molding process.

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Injection Mold Tooling

This one-day course is a basic introduction to the tooling used in injection molding. Designed for individuals at any position in the injection molding industry, the course is an overview of tool construction, the systems in the mold, design issues concerning the mold, and documentation used in the industry. This course is a good introduction to all aspects of the molds used in injection molding.

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Industrial Fluid Power

Fluid power is an efficient way to move energy without mechanical belts, chains, or levers. The physics of fluids, components, troubleshooting and design applications for hydraulic & pneumatic systems are covered in this class. This is an 8 hour course.

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Industrial Fluid Power II

In this class, the student will use electro-pneumatic valves, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), in/out boxes, and various types of electrical switching devices. The students will build, design, and troubleshoot machines using - pneumatics, hydraulics, and electronics. Industrial fluid power is a prerequisite for this course. This is an 8 hour course.

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Pneumatic/Hydraulic Troubleshooting

The purpose of this course is for students to learn the operation of pneumatic circuits and components, as well as effective troubleshooting techniques. Students will design and build pneumatic circuits utilizing ISO terminology and symbology. Students will also learn to interpret pneumatic circuit diagrams and how to do a root cause analysis on a faulty system. Students will work on modern pneumatic and hydraulic training equipment. This is a great seminar for any Maintenance Personnel, as well as Engineers and Technical Supervisors. The instructor for this seminar is Steven Dick. Steven has spent the last 10 years training industrial maintenance personnel all over the country on hydraulic and pneumatics systems.

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Advanced Pneumatic/Hydraulic Troubleshooting

The purpose of this course is for students to learn the operation of pneumatic circuits and components, as well as effective troubleshooting techniques. Students will design and build pneumatic circuits utilizing ISO terminology and symbology. Students will also learn to interpret pneumatic circuit diagrams and how to do a root cause analysis on a faulty system. Students will work on modern pneumatic and hydraulic training equipment. This is a great seminar for any Maintenance Personnel, as well as Engineers and Technical Supervisors. The instructor for this seminar is Steven Dick. Steven has spent the last 10 years training industrial maintenance personnel all over the country on hydraulic and pneumatics systems.

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Introduction to DDC for HVACR Personnel

Learn how Direct Digital Controls have been utilized in the heating, ventilating and air conditioning industry. This seminar will examine system components, field devices, layout, alarms and special functions. Types and methods of programming are also explored. Anyone who manages or has responsibility for buildings with digital controls will find this seminar beneficial.

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HVACR I

An introductory Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration course for skilled trades personnel. The course is a study of basic thermo-dynamic principles, with a practical approach to applications in a residential, commercial and industrial environment. The course will cover basic heating and cooling concepts, refrigerant properties, psychometrics, terminology, safety, troubleshooting and applications of basic mechanical heating and cooling components and their electric/mechanical control. This is a 24 hour course.

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HVACR II

An intermediate study of the HVAC field. Studies will include commercial and industrial designs and equipment, Load Calculations and System Sizing. Concepts of equipment control will be introduced featuring Low Voltage, High Voltage methodologies This is a 24 hour course.

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Refrigerant EPA Certfication for HVAC Personnel

This class will prepare HVAC personnel to test for the Federal Clean Air Act-Section 608 certification. Consisting of 2 sessions; the first session will review core issues regarding the Federal Clean Air Act and issues affecting Type I, Type II and Type III Certifications. The second session will allow attendees to take the certification test. Because of federal requirements, anyone who is involved in the HVAC field and handles refrigerant needs to have these certifications.

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Autodesk Inventor 3-D Parametric Solid Modeling

A course in the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design, utilizing state-of-the-art microcomputer hardware and AutoCAD Inventor software. Gives the student the opportunity to become proficient, in a hands-on environment, in developing fundamental parametric 3D solid models and assemblies and producing industry standard 2D drawings from these solid models.

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Advanced Autodesk Inventor

An advanced seminar in Computer-Aided 3D Design (solid modeling), utilizing the popular Autodesk Inventor software. This seminar covers Inventor application commands in the Microsoft Windows environment, and gives the trainees the opportunity to become proficient, in a hands-on environment, in developing 3D feature-based parametric solid models and assemblies and outputting 2D drawings, utilizing an industrial quality CAD system.

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Introduction to AUTOCAD 2007

This is a pre-course for the individual who has never used AutoCAD before. This seminar is designed to orient and familiarize the student Computer Aided Drafting and Design. This learning experience will cover the most basic AutoCAD concepts. Students learn to create a simple drawings. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows operating system and an understanding of drafting.

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Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

This course provides the students with a foundation in the skills needed to read and follow blueprints using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). The course deals with basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing methods as interpreted in the ASME Y14.5M. The student will learn to read geometric tolerancing symbolism and terms. This is a 8 hour course delivered via a webinar stylle of training. This training will be delivered to your home, office or conference room.

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CAD for Machining

A course in the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design, utilizing state-of-the-art microcomputer hardware and AutoCAD software. Covers fundamental Windows XP system commands and Auto-CAD application commands. Gives the student the opportunity to become proficient, in a hands-on environment, in developing fundamental 3D solid models and producing fundamental 2D drawings from the solid models. This is an 18 hour course.

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Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC Introduction

This is an introductory course on the ControlLogix system hardware, instruction set, and associated software. The focus of this class will be on operation, maintenance and troubleshooting. The students will learn how to set up communication drivers in RSLinx, and utilize the RSLogix5000 to do maintenance and programming tasks. Students will also learn the operation of local and remote I/O systems, as well as communication modules used with ControlLogix. This is a 16 hour course.

2/6 and 2/7 8:30a - 4p Toledo Fee: $575

 

Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC Advanced

This is an advanced level course on the ControlLogix system. The focus of this class will be on Tags, Arrays, Data Types, I/O Forcing, Searching a project, and Analog I/O setup. The students will learn how to setup an Ethernet (ENB) module for communications. An excellent course for Maintenance & Engineering personnel. This is a 16 hour course.

3/5 and 3/6 8:30a - 4p Toledo Fee: $575

 

Allen Bradley DeviceNet Introduction

This is a beginning course on the operation of the DeviceNet network. The course will be on the basic network components and using RSNetWorx to view a network and to install/replace nodes. The focus will be on Allen Bradley products using the 1756-DNB scanner for the ControlLogix. Trainees will learn about component scan lists, scanner tags and using RSLinx to interface to the network. Advanced component mapping of drives will be covered, manual node commissioning and explicit messaging from the processor to DeviceNet components will be covered. PLC / Panelview set-up / programming to control the DeviceNet components will also be included. This is a 16 hour course.

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Allen Bradley Intro to PLC (SLC-500)

The purpose of this course is to train engineering and maintenance personnel on the operation and basic troubleshooting of Allen Bradley PLC systems, in order to become more effective troubleshooters on production equipment. The trainees will learn how to wire and troubleshoot the PLC hardware, and utilize RSLinx and RSLogix to navigate through the PLC program for troubleshooting. This class will focus on the hardware of the SLC-500 modular I/O unit with discrete and analog I/O. This is a 16 hour course.

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Intro to Variable Frequency Drives

The purpose of this course is to train engineering and maintenance personnel on the operation and basic troubleshooting of the Variable Frequency Drive systems, in order to become more effective troubleshooters on production equipment. The trainees will learn how to wire, program and troubleshoot the Allen Bradley PF70 VFD hardware, as well as basic induction motor operation & troubleshooting. This course will also focus on the Allen Bradley PF70 VFD for Component Identification, Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting techniques. This is a 16-hour course.

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Servo Motors (Allen Bradley) Level I

The course is a beginning class on PLC based servo systems. The course will be based on Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix motion controllers and the Ultra 3000SE drive. Topics covered in the class will be hardware components that make up a servo system, Ultra 3000SE wiring connections, configuring a SERCOS interface and using RSLogix 5000 programming software to commission a servo axis. This is an 8 hour course.

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ControlNet Basics

The course covers the ControlNet network using Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs. The course will use 1756-CNB communication modules as network nodes. Topics covered in the class will be hardware components that create a ControlNet network, configuration of nodes and software products used for ControlNet. Software products, RSLinx, RSLogix 5000 and RSNetWorx for ControlNet , will be used to monitor, configure and troubleshoot a network. This is an 8 hour class.

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Allen Bradley PanelView or PanelViewPlus HMI Basics

Custom Training Solutions offers technical training on both the standard PanelView HMI and the PanelViewPlus HMI in separate courses. The student will review the programming software, communications set up and tag database Layout. The student will learn how to develop standard objects, input numerical values and understand changing/displaying values within a PLC application. Students will also create alarming systems within the PanelView terminal. This is an 8 hour course.

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PowerFlex 70 (Allen Bradley) Troubleshooting

This course provides students with procedures to replace, program, and troubleshoot a PowerFlex 70 AC drive system. Students will learn how to identify and replace drive equipment and perform system checks. Students will also have the opportunity to use the Human Interface Module (HIM) and DriveTools™ software to locate, monitor, and modify drive parameters. In addition, students will learn to identify and correct drive system problems. Hands on lab sessions will provide students with the opportunity to learn in a plant floor environment. This is a 16 hour course.

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DriveTools (Allen Bradley) Drive Parameter Programming

Use Allen Bradley software to locate, monitor, and modify drive parameters. The student will work with the drive software and the course will detail the features of the software tools and the benefits of easy access to drive parameters, saving parameters and restoring drive programs when replacing failed units. This is an 8 hour course.

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Allen Bradley GuardLogix

The GuardLogix class is a beginning course on Allen Bradley GuardLogix PLC hardware. The course will use Ethernet as the communication network to connect the GuardLogix I/O block back to the GuardLogix PLC. The class lessons will compare and contrast standard ControlLogix PLCs and GuardLogix PLCs.as to project structure, configurations and tags. Basic layout and system set-up of GuardLogix processors will be covered. Set-up and configuration of GuardLogix I/O blocks will be included. Troubleshooting of network, I/O connections, and processor configurations through the diagnostic LEDs are also incorporated in the class. This is a 16 hour course. Hardware used 1756-ENBT - Ethernet Module, 1756-L61S - GuardLogix PLC, 1756-LSP - Safety Partner Processor, 1791ES-IB8XOBV4 - Guard I/O EtherNet/IP Safety Modules

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Introduction to GibbsCAM

This is an introductory class on the use and application of GibbsCAM software. The focus will be on safety in programming, GibbsCAM Interface, CAD elements, view, creating geometry, tool creation and description, tooling, machine operation (Mill, Lathe, EDC, etc.), rendering and post processing. Plenty of hands on with computer, CNC mills and lathe. This is a 16 hour course.

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Advanced GibbsCAM

An advanced study of GibbsCAM software, including: advanced mill, introductory 3D, coordinate systems, geometry creation in 3D, mulit-
axis basics, solid surfacer, solid modeling, surface modeling, core and cavities, 3D machining, lace cutting, tool path projections and importing (models, drawings and geometry). This is a 16 hour course.

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eLearning Overview

This overview is intended to discuss what distance learning is, why do it, is it another fad, what are the methods used, etc. We will take a look at the ELearning field to see what works, the up side and down side, and how to proceed if it fits.

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Smartboard Basics

The use of the SmartBoard Technology allows truly interactive presentations to audiences either in person or via the World Wide Web. By "digitizing" graphic content into computers, presenters use computers to convey information using PowerPoint software, computer utility software such as Word and Excel or the SmartBoard as a "chalkboard". This course will provide the basic introduction on how the SmartBoard works as well as common functions presenters could use in presentations.

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Internet Meetings/e-Meetings

Does your company spend a lot of time and money traveling for meetings in your supply, customer or corporate chain? Find out how you can become more efficient by using basic services you already have (internet and phone lines). Learn how to use Webex, Net Meeting and SMART Technologies. This seminar is a must for any size business.

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CAT5/5e Technology Review and Installation Guide

This is a beginning course on standard data cabling. We discuss the general use of data cabling, but then focus on the implementation of CAT5/5e data cabling and the termination of that type of cable. Students will have hands-on experience using RJ45 crimpers, patch panel termination and wall jack termination using a punch down tool. This is a 6 hour course.

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Intro to Quality & SPC

An overview of quality fundamentals and an introduction to Statistical Process Control charting. This course was designed for manufacturing personnel from all areas. Course includes many in class exercises to reinforce the quality principles and for the trainees to gain "hands-on" experience by applying and interpreting basic quality tools and control charts. Topics include SPC Tools, variations and statistics, charting, XBar, & R charts, and much more. This 10 hour course delivered via a webinar style of training. This training will be delivered to your home, office, or conference room.

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Vibration Analysis Basics

This course is designed for the new user of vibration analysis or predictive maintenance instrumentation or for the individual that desires to become more familiar with the basics of vibration. The relationship between the mechanical condition of machinery and vibration is presented. This background helps show how vibration detection and analysis can be used in a cost-effective program to identify machinery problems and schedule repairs to avoid costly machine downtime. Basic vibration measures including amplitude, frequency, and phase are discussed. Students will realize significant benefits from the practical hands-on measurement exercises using modern data collectors and analyzers. The material in this course is applicable to all vendors' vibration data collection or analysis equipment. This is a 24 hour course.

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NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

An Arc Flash is related to the available fault current and total clearing time of the over current protective device during a fault condition. Unfortunately there is a person standing in the path of this blast to receive the intense light, massive pressure force, great enough to propel a person across a room, and resultant molten metal, shrapnel and vapor caused by Arc Flash temperatures that can easily reach 14,000 to 16,000 degrees F. This course is an overview of the major issues concerning Electrical Safety and the benefits of performing an Arc Flash hazard analysis. Topics of major interest covered include: employer/employee requirements, lockout/tagout, fault types, labeling requirements, personal protective equipment, and the use of current limiting devices. This is an 8 hour course.

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Siemens Profibus Basics

This course will help the student with installation and maintenance aspects of the Siemens profibus basics. Hands on troubleshooting using hardware, software and configuration tools will be utilized. Proper installation of connectors, cabling and testing topics will be covered. This is a 16 hour course.

2/3 8:30a - 4p Archbold Fee: $300

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Robotics I

An Introduction to Robotics is a study of basic robotic systems and operations. The objective is to introduce robotic systems and programming reinforced with "hands-on" training on a robot, teach pendant and controller. Different types of robot systems and their components will be explained. The robot and the controller will be broken down into parts such as power supply, servo motors and amplifiers, feedback systems, and inputs and outputs, and its function. System back-up, robot mastering, coordinate systems, tool center point, register data, and program editing will be explained and used in lab exercises. The FANUC robot and controller system will be used in the labs with reference to other robotic systems as well. This is a 16 hour course.

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Robotics II

Advanced Robotic Systems is a continued study of basic robotic operations. The objective is to learn more advanced robot programming, flex cell system integration, and troubleshooting reinforced with "hands-on" training on a FANUC robot system. Program styles, concepts, and interfacing will be discussed based upon the trainees actual manufacturing work cells. The FANUC robot and controller system will be used in the labs with reference to other robotic systems as well. This is a 16 hour course.

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Industrial Electricity I

This is an introductory electricity course for skilled trades personnel. The course is a study of DC and AC electricity principles, with a practical approach to applications in an industrial environment. The learner will obtain a knowledgeable understanding of the key symbols and abbreviations associated with the electrical trade, acquire a comprehensive understanding of basic electrical terminology, apply Ohm's Law to a number of relevant electrical applications, synthesize a number of components into a working system involving series, parallel, and series parallel circuits, and analyze and organize information gleaned from a malfunctioning circuit and restore that circuit to its original intention. This is a 16 hour course.

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Industrial Electricity II

This course is an advanced study of Industrial Electricity providing comprehensive coverage of the control devices used within a contemporary industrial electrical system. The learner will apply a knowledgeable understanding of key symbols and abbreviations and apply that terminology to a number of components synthesizing them into a workable electrical circuit. Upon completion of this course the learner will be able to analyze and organize information gleaned from a malfunctioning circuit and restore that circuit to its original intention. This is a 16 hour course.

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Electrical Prints & Troubleshooting

This course is a study of the systematic elimination of the various parts of a system or process to locate a malfunctioning part. The learner will obtain a knowledgeable understanding of the key symbols and abbreviations associated with the electrical trade, acquire a comprehensive understanding of the various devices associated with an electrical circuit, synthesize a number of electrical components associated with a viable sequence of operation, recognize a malfunctioning circuit through proper meter application, and apply informed terminology while troubleshooting and restoring a malfunction. This is a 16 hour course.

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Motors & Motor Controls

This course is designed to be a comprehensive reference for use in industrial maintenance and electrical training programs. Each topic covered includes activities which reinforce the objectives presented. Topics covered range from motor types and controls to installing and troubleshooting electric motor drives. This is a 16 hour course.

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