Project Blog
Commissioning of Fuel Controller
Late in 2020, Impel developed a drop-in replacement fuel controller to upgrade antiquated TSCD and HSDE fuel controllers. The unit was shipped to Germany over Christmas, however Covid restrictions prevented us from travelling for in-person commissioning. Working remotely with the clients’ representatives, we were able to commission the installation from Calgary and […]
Energy Conversion Centre Modernization
Impel Systems recently modernized the hardware and software responsible for controlling an Allison-501 KB5 turbine in an energy conversion center. We installed an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLC, along with FactoryTalk SE software. The User Interface (UI) received a complete overhaul, designed to optimize safety by maximizing clarity and operator useability. Equipped […]
Replacement Fuel Controller
Impel systems has developed a drop-in replacement fuel controller to upgrade old and obsolete PECC TCSD and Hawker Siddeley HSDE fuel controllers. These controllers are typically found on Allison 501 turbines and utilize a 19” rack mount frame. The Impel solution uses the same rack mounted frame while utilizing an […]
HVAC Commissioning
Impel systems recently commissioned an HVAC system for a large oil producer in Alberta. The system is comprised of physical IO, DeviceNet and fibre-optic networks. A CompactLogix 5370 PLC was programmed to tie into an existing fire detection system as well as a Honeywell controller and G.E HMI. A DeviceNet […]
Grain Milling System
Impel recently commissioned a grain milling system for a local Alberta producer. The system consisted of three main areas, receiving, milling, shipping and has over 50 motors. Impel designed the PLC control system along with the 600VAC motor contactor and VFD panels which control the various legs, drags, and equipment […]
Feed Mill Control System
Impel Systems has commissioned a dynamic mixing system for a local Alberta feed producer. The CompactLogix based control system allows for recipes with over 50 different ingredients, which can be ground and mixed with extremely high precision. The PLC’s dynamic ingredient setup also allows the end user to easily change […]
Alberta Seed Cleaning Plant
In March, while following the physical distancing rules required, we completed a small panel for a seed cleaning plant in northern Alberta. Included in this panel were three Vega radar sensors for continuous level measurement of bin and hopper levels. We built the panel and completed the programming required for […]
Water Pump Station
Impel Systems has completed a small pump station project for a client in southern Alberta. The water pumping station consisted of two down hole pumps utilizing both pressure and flow control. Pumps operate in multiple modes for lead, lag, staged and dual operating modes. Optional modes for fire safety and […]
Turbine Upgrades
We have recently completed the upgrade for an oil and gas client in Colorado, which included upgrading four KB-501 Portable Turbine Gensets, adding the ability to run on gas fuel in addition to existing liquid. We spent time on site updating all existing Allen Bradly Control logix racks from L5X […]
Recycling Facility
Impel recently finished the commissioning and startup of an Alberta recycling facility which is responsible for the disposal of expired alcoholic beverages from bottles, cans and kegs. We sourced instrumentation parts and designed the electrical layout and control system. The disposal arm of the facility is now fully functional. Precise […]
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