Ports Automation, Engineering and Panels
From ship loading and unloading to conveyor control and storage yard integration, we automate key operations at ports and bulk terminals. Our systems improve real-time visibility, coordination, and throughput. Comco Controls brings reliability to mission-critical infrastructure that moves the global supply chain.
System Highlights
- Simultaneous automated operations with cross-contamination prevention
- Alarms and Notifications via email or text
- Asset Management including equipment tracking and downtime analysis
- Inventory Management (Bin Board HMI and Note tracking)
- Identity Preservation (Source of Grain throughout the material handling process)
- Power consumption management with optimized startup and shutdown sequencing
- Automated pneumatic systems for dust control
- Analog gate position control to manage flowrates for more precise blending
Third Party System & Software Integration
Comco control systems can seamlessly integrate with 3rd party systems, including:
- Hazard monitoring systems
- Bulkweigher controllers
- Dryer control systems
- Railcar RFID sensors
- Truck scheduling systems
Receiving
- Truck, Railcar, Vessel RFID reader integration
- Animated railcars on HMI c/w import sheet parameters
- Truck scheduling integration
- Bulk weigher integration
Cleaning
- Fan speed control for cleaning equipment
- Feed-rate control
- Pre-set fan and feed-rate settings for different commodities
- Full start-stop sequence
Re-grading / Blending
- Combine multiple grades into one destination- Live adjustable ratios
- Once setup is complete, single click start
Storing / Reclaim
- Transfer commodity/grade from bin to bin
- Track commodity and grade matching
- Fan aeration control for heat and moisture control
In-house Transfer
- Cross Contamination prevention
- Specialized blending
- Simultaneous operations
Loadout
- Tracking truck/railcar/vessel container tickets
- Spout control integration
- Container/Tilter integration
- Vessel live view