Forging Factory Temperature Monitoring
Eight high-temperature points are monitored centrally with R-type and K-type thermocouples while the existing temperature system remains in operation.
Add independent records without replacing the original system
The forging factory needed centralized visibility for six R-type and two K-type thermocouples. A separate acquisition system was installed so the factory’s existing temperature equipment could continue operating.
Customer Challenge
- Monitor six R-type and two K-type thermocouples.
- Keep the existing temperature system in continuous operation.
- Distribute acquisition hardware across four control panels.
- Check and store all temperature values from an office PC.
- Use fixed thermocouple configurations suited to the customer’s process.
PnP IoTs Solution
PnP IoTs installed four PD-AWS-S8 RTUs and eight SB1-TM thermocouple modules. The delivered modules were configured for the customer’s fixed R-type and K-type requirements, creating an independent monitoring path to AutoSave on the office PC.
From field measurement to usable records
Hardware and communication architecture
| Item | Configuration | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature Points | 8 | High-temperature process locations monitored centrally. |
| Thermocouples | R type × 6 / K type × 2 | Matches the customer’s process-temperature ranges. |
| Installation Locations | 4 control panels | Distributes acquisition close to field signals. |
| RTU | PD-AWS-S8 × 4 | Collects and transfers thermocouple data. |
| Thermocouple Module | SB1-TM × 8 | Interfaces R-type and K-type sensors. |
| PC Software | AutoSave | Stores all temperature records on the office PC. |
Thermocouple connection and control-panel installation
Customized for fixed thermocouple requirements
The standard SB1-TM supports thermocouple-type selection. For this project the delivered configuration was customized around the factory’s fixed six R-type and two K-type channels, simplifying field operation and identification.
Add data acquisition without replacing existing temperature control.
Check eight high-temperature points from the office.
Compare stored temperature profiles over time.
Review abnormal temperatures and recurring changes.
Support the sensor types required by the process.
Products and technologies used
- PD-AWS-S8 RTU
- SB1-TM Thermocouple Module
- R-Type Thermocouple
- K-Type Thermocouple
- AutoSave
Add temperature records to high-heat industrial processes
PnP IoTs provides independent thermocouple monitoring for forging, heat treatment and other high-temperature production environments.