Electrical Controls Team Capabilities
Electrical controls play a critical role in ensuring industrial process systems operate safely, reliably, and as intended. IR Process’s electrical controls team supports industrial process systems by designing and integrating electrical controls that align with system requirements, operating conditions, and performance objectives as part of our process engineering services. These capabilities allow us to deliver coordinated solutions that support both new systems and existing facility upgrades.
Electrical Controls Capabilities That Support Industrial Process Systems
PLC & Automation Expertise
- Design, programming, and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix)
- Development of ladder logic control strategies
- PLC migration & upgrades from legacy platforms to modern Allen-Bradley systems
HMI & SCADA Systems
- Design, development, and deployment of FactoryTalk View ME applications
- Development of Ignition SCADA systems (Inductive Automation) — Gold/Core Certified
- Integration of real-time data logging, alarming, and trending
- Building intuitive, operator-friendly HMI graphics with clear process visualization
Industrial Networking & Communication
- Configuration and support of EtherNet/IP devices/communications.
- Switch and router setup for industrial Ethernet environments
Control Panel & Hardware
- Control panel design, wiring, and layout following NEC & UL508A standards
- Selection and specification of Allen-Bradley components (starters, relays, contactors, power supplies, VFDs, safety devices)
- Motor control center (MCC) integration and variable frequency drive (VFD) configuration
- Correct hardware selection for hazardous areas
System Integration & Commissioning
- Start-up and commissioning of automated systems and equipment
- Site acceptance testing (SAT) and factory acceptance testing (FAT) documentation
- On-site operator training and maintenance support
Project Engineering & Documentation
- Development of P&IDs, electrical schematics, and field wiring diagrams
- Generation of I/O lists and Load lists
- Writing of sequences of operations (SOO) at the operator or engineer level.
- Documentation aligned with customer and industry standards
Electrical Controls Support for Industrial Process Systems
IR Process provides electrical controls support as part of complete industrial process systems, helping ensure reliable operation, clear system visibility, and coordinated performance across all components. If you’re evaluating control requirements for a new system or planning updates to an existing facility, connect with our team to discuss how our electrical controls capabilities can support your application.