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Concrete Sleeper Lines

AKA Electrical & Automation specialises in delivering tailored electrical and automation solutions for the concrete sleeper production industry.


Our team has extensive experience upgrading sleeper manufacturing lines and integrating robotic handling systems to improve reliability, reduce manual labour, and increase production efficiency.

 

Projects on Sleeper Lines

Spray Station Automation & Integration
We designed and implemented custom PLC and HMI control systems for the spray station and conveyor equipment. The new system was fully integrated and interlocked with the existing cross-feed conveyor on the dosing machine to ensure smooth, synchronised operation.

Scope of Work

  • Custom PLC programming and conveyor logic

  • HMI interface design for operator control and monitoring

  • Integration with existing dosing machine control infrastructure

  • Safety and interlocking design

  • Commissioning, testing, and onsite support

Outcome / Benefits

  • Fully automated lubrication of tins

  • Eliminated manual handling, improving operator safety

  • Increased throughput and consistent lubrication quality

  • Reduced downtime through simplified operator controls



RFID & SCADA integration 
We integrated RFID tracking with the existing SCADA system to provide full real-time traceability of moulds throughout the production line. RFID readers were installed at key stations, and PLC logic was adapted to associate each mould’s unique ID as it moves through the process.

Scope of Work

  • Installation of RFID readers at strategic line locations

  • PLC code modifications to track mould identity and status

  • SCADA data capture, trending and reporting configuration

  • Integration with existing operator and maintenance workflows

  • Commissioning, testing and operator training

Outcome / Benefits

  • Real-time visibility of mould flow and production performance

  • Immediate identification of bottlenecks and delays

  • Detection of moulds causing repeated downtime (damage / wear / misalignment)

  • Data-driven preventative maintenance planning

  • Reduced cycle time and improved overall line throughput

Concrete Production Line
Fanuc Robot
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