Modbus RTU with MicroLogix 1500 lrp

Caveman

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Does anyone have an example program using control techniques EN drives?RSLogix 500 ver 6.3, to be put in the upload section on here.
I’m wanting to build a sawmill because I have most of the stuff needed.
I found one that uses an ABB drive. I’m not able to open it, I guess because it used a current version.
There will be three drives used and an old panelview.
I have over 100 acres mostly wooded and its ready for harvesting.
Could be a good retirement income, especially since lumber prices are thru the roof.
 
So...do you have any programming experience?
I would think the saw speed would be constant, but maybe the feed rate would change as needed. How are you doing thickness control? Encoder? or Manual adjustment?

I have visited a restored unit that ran off a steam engine, everything was single speed with manual adjustments. A straight feed system is key, no one wants tapered lumber.
 
Programming experience yes.
Thickness control will be EN drive with FM2 module. With ball screw and linear bearings. Horizontal cut.
X axis will be Parallel, drive shaft connected, Parker belt driven linear actuators.
 

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