Conveyor belt for a paint mixer

[bas4545]

Hello,

I'm currently designing a paint mixer for a mechatronics project. I've outlined the basic structure but I had two problems. For the dc motor attached to the mixing apparatus which allows the mixer to spin, I've got a runaround with my logic in that I can't get my linear actuator to return back to its original position. I've posted the picture if that helps of what I've done so far.

My other problem is in figuring out the conveyor belt. There are five proximity sensors, I'm new to PLC so I wanted some help in creating the logic for it if possible.

 

[gclshortt]

http://accautomation.ca/five-steps-to-plc-program-development/

You have a partial program. Have a look at the above post. It will help you to develop the program. Before jumping into the logic, you need an I/O list and sequence of operation at the minimum.

Hope this helps you out.
Regards,

 

[shooter]

make a diagram what happens when.