COMMANDcallboard
General Features
is designed to expedite traffic flow around the batch plant.
Using information sent from either COMMANDseries or entered directly into COMMANDbatch by the operator, the COMMANDcallboard automatically displays individual truck numbers, lane selection, delivery instructions, and/or other information to assist the driver in loading. When trucks are not being loaded, scrolling messages such as “Number of days since last accident: 161”, or “Be sure to empty your drum before loading” can be displayed.
The callboard includes 7-inch, red, alphanumeric characters utilizing ultra-bright LED technology to provide ease of readability in all lighting conditions including direct sunlight. The board is encased in a weather-resistant enclosure and is designed for wideangle viewing. The standard COMMANDcallboard is 3 characters by 3 lines. Different configurations (characters/lines) are available upon request. Data is transmitted to the board via Wireless RF from the system. The robust protocol utilizes frequency hopping, data encryption, and verified delivery. The typical range is 1,000 feet line of sight. Installation is simple. The only requirements are mounting the enclosure in line of sight with the wireless portal and supplying AC voltage.
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Reduces lost in-yard time Helps to eliminate unnecessary truck traffic around the plant Truck drivers do not need to leave their trucks Truck drivers can now keep themselves in proper order Cuts down on radio traffic Automatically send messages to driver including: - Delivery Instructions - Lane Selection - Extra Product Information - Special Loading Instructions Scrolling information messages serve as reminders Wireless connection for ease of installation
Hardware Specifications
Power: 85-264 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, 200 watts maximum (1.7 amps at 120 VAC) Enclosure: 32” H x 26” W x 10” D Weight: 55 lbs Display: 27” H x 21” W, three rows display 3-4 characters each Wireless RF Unit: 2-1/4” H x 6 1/2” W x 7” D RS-232 Cable: 15’ Power Cord: 4-1/2’ RF Link: 915 Mhz, ISM band, license free
Automatic Plant Control: w 4-6 Aggregates, 3 Cements, 2 Waters (metered), 8 Admixes (metered) - (model RM200) w Additional Material and Scale Controls** w Fast Multi-batch and Freewheel Batching Control w Truck Charge Rate Adjustable On-The-Fly w High Speed Weigh-Up Algorithm for Fast Plant Performance w Automatic Scale Tolerance Checking w Automatic Bin Switching on empty bin w Automatic Bin/Silo Vibrator Control w Scale Rate of Discharge Flow Control speeds truck loading w Scale Flow Control Dampening w Continuous Batching/Continuous Discharge w Connect with PLC Devices and remote sensors to extend reach of the system w Central Mixer(s) Control** w Temperature Gun/Probe Interface** w Density Meter Interface** w State Certification Package (NY, CA, NJ, MN)** w Other Optional Automatic Plant Controls Including: Blower, Plant Dust Collector, Silo Shaker, Spray Bar, Conveyor Controls, Mixer Controls, Telescopic Boot, Recirculating Screw, Live Bottom Batcher, Dual Aggregate Discharge Gates, Bin Lamps, and Switches** Remote Batch: w Soft Manual Station (SMS) for plant control w Perform Batching and Mix Design Changes** w Second Client for Order Management** Operator Controls: w Visual and Audible Notification Alerts w On-Hand Inventory Available At-a-Glance w Low Inventory Notification to Prevent Load Start w Discharge, Weigh-Up, and Sequence Diagnostics w Training Mode, Online Help, Operator Manuals w 20” Flat Screen Monitor w Dust Proof Enclosure** Plant Interlocks: w Over/Under Material Tolerance Interlocks w Scale Zero and Bottle Empty Interlocks w Admix Pulse (Dual) Meter Crosscheck w Scale In-Motion Detection **Denotes Optional Feature
Mix Design Control: w Mix Design Modification Utility w Slump Tables by concrete type of Mix Design w Total Allowable Water in Mix Control w Slurry or recycled water compensation** Recordation: w Batch Weights Printing with archiving w Manual Material Activity Report w Bar & QR Code Printing** w Dot Matrix Printer, Laser Report Printer** Quality Control: w Material Blending Sequence by Mix Type improves homogeneity w Access from anywhere for Plant Monitoring and Tune-Up w Plant Performance Graphs track batch accuracy w Plant Watcher Automatic Notification System** w Precision Water System for “Load and Go”** w Precision Temperature System for assuring “on job” concrete temperature** w Auto Consistence Slump Control for mixers** w Verifi integration for “on job” Slump Control** Order Management: w Job/Project Entry with daily orders** w Daily orders can automatically adjust mix** w Third-Party Dispatch one-way Interface** w COMMANDconcrete two-way Interface** Plant Management: w Truck Callboard Interface** Administration & Integration: w User Permissions for Configuration/Editing w Recordation/Logs of Changes w Auto Archive, Auto Purge, and Auto Backup for all data w Ticket and Material Records Export Utilities to other systems w Enterprise Content Management Option for Electronic Access to Tickets/Batchweight Files** w Custom Format Ticket File Export** w Multi-Plant Support** w Multi-Company Support** w QuickBooks Interface** Maintenance: w Remote Diagnostics and Troubleshooting w COMMANDassist Automated Remote Assistant w Maintenance Scheduling Feature w Expendable Parts Kit and Plant Wiring Diagrams w One Year Priority One Support
COMMANDbatch
Command Alkon
"The truck callboards have improved our fleet efficiency at the plants. They have also significantly reduced radio traffic related to truck staging. The callboards have been a worthwhile investment."
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Barb Bailey Central Pre-Mix Concrete Co.
www.commandalkon.com