DE102008060118A1 - Printing machine, has operating device provided for operating machine, and operating part comprising actuating element, where communication connection is established between operating part and base part - Google Patents

Abstract

The machine has a control device controlling function of the machine. An operating device (10) is provided for operating the machine. The operating device has a base part (12) comprising a memory device, in which an identifier (9) that identifies the base part is stored. The operating device has an operating board or operating part (18) connected with the base part, where a wireless communication connection is established between the operating part and the base part. The operating part exhibits an actuating element (6) e.g. illuminated button, provided in connection with the control device. An independent claim is also included for a method for controlling the machine.

Description

The The present invention relates to a machine and a method for their control. The present invention is variously Machines can also be used in plant engineering, eg B. in printing machines, automatic storage and the like. Such machines are out The prior art has long been known. It is also known that these machines have a variety of functions, wherein these machines often over Control panels are operated by users. At from the state of the Technique known machines is for a clear assignment an HMI device to an area of the plant and also a locking of the distant Operating areas a safety-related range selector switch network is available. Every control panel is equipped with a complete control panel and provided with a range selector switch.

If now the range selector switch is pressed on part of the system, is the rest of the facility for the access is blocked. Only the provision of this Range selector releases the system again. It is the Hardwired system and therefore also against any changes access rights inflexible.

Of the The present invention is therefore based on the object, the flexibility of such Increase investments. It should also be possible be the effective range of HMI devices and also the access rights of Clearly assign users to a corresponding asset. These Tasks are performed according to the invention things reached the independent claims. Advantageous versions and further developments are the subject of the dependent claims.

A inventive machine has at least one control device for controlling at least one Function of this machine on and at least one operating device to operate the machine. In this case, the operating device has at least a first actuating element on, whereby by an actuation this actuator the at least one function of the machine is triggered and wherein the actuating element via a first connection to the control device in communication is or can be brought.

According to the invention the operating device a base part, and the HMI device also has a with the Base part connectable and portable (i.e., also from the base part solvable) Keypad on, between the keypad and the base part a communication connection can be established and the control panel the at least one first actuating element having.

Farther the base part has a memory device in which this one Base part uniquely identifying identifier is stored or stored. In this way it is possible that there is a plurality of base parts, respectively can be uniquely identified by the controller. These Basic parts can be connected for activation with a corresponding control panel. More specifically, the base part preferably has a readable Module in which an identifier is stored.

at a preferred embodiment the machine has several base parts and the control panel is preferred connectable with each of these basic parts or base stations. Prefers is a particular base station only in conjunction with a keypad able to operate the machine. Advantageously, the machine several machine or system parts and these system parts are assigned to different base parts.

at A further advantageous embodiment is by a connection a base part with the control panel of this base part or the HMI device in his Entity activatable. Specifically, it is possible that after connecting the relevant base part transmits a unique identifier to the control device and in the consequence of this transmission a certain part of the plant by this operating device (which now composed of the base part and the control panel) is operable.

So is it possible, for example, that by attaching the control panel, which is advantageous in shape running a portable board is, on the base station, a special range of action for the operation of the plant part is released.

Prefers the base part is over a possibly safety-related connection with the control device in connection.

Under a secure connection, will be a connection, in particular for triggering the safety-oriented functions understood, with a corresponding safety-oriented connection, for example, by a redundant execution the connection is given and / or the dynamization of the above mentioned Signal. The term compound will be especially those (Data) connections understood that a data exchange between two devices enable.

It is thus proposed to provide portable, preferably attachable, control panels whose functions are particularly preferably deposited in a controller, with particular preference addressed base stations are provided which realize an authorization and effective range-oriented operating system. In this way, location-dependent user rights can be implemented dynamically in a plant.

Instead of However, a pluggable keypad could also be a cable connection be mounted between the control panel and the base. Also would be for Reading the identifier a wireless connection between the base part and the control panel possible. Preferably, the control panel is only active or activated when it with connected to the base part, d. H. in a communication connection stands. That's how it is for example, it is possible that the control panel only by a connection to the base part is powered.

The Base part itself preferably has a stationary power supply.

More accurate should for the operation of the corresponding system by portable or portable attachable operator panels provide a clear assignment to system components be manufactured and other areas of the machine to be protected. An individually programmable personalization of the operator panels and all base stations increased the safety of the system with significant cost reduction by a loss of control panels, range switches and wiring. In addition, you can also the effective ranges of the operating parts and the access rights of the Unique user.

at an advantageous embodiment the base part has a second actuating element, wherein this second actuating element on the safety-compliant second connection with the control device is in communication connection. That's the way it is anyway a safety-oriented connection between the base part and the Control device.

at A further advantageous embodiment is the first Actuator via a non-safety connection with the control device in communication connection. In this non-safety-fair Connection may also be, for example, a wireless or wireless Act connection.

Preferably is to trigger the predetermined function of the machine is an interaction of the first actuating element and the second actuating element required. This means that as a result the said function the machine at least with the help of a safety-oriented Connection triggered becomes.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the base part a transmitting device to transmit the identifier to the control panel and the control unit has a receiving device for receiving this ID on. This makes it possible that switching or control parts of the control units themselves are not safe Take on more task have to, but for example via a non-safety fieldbus or wireless Connection with the control device or the base part in conjunction stand, whereby the wiring costs are significantly reduced can. In this case, the wireless connection is preferably by a encryption method protected. The individual control units thus act as transmitters and receive from the base station a unique identifier and will be in this way with the appropriate controller, which acts as a receiver here once coupled during commissioning.

Preferably is a mechanically detachable plug connection between the base part and the control unit intended.

For this Procedures can be achieved by reducing operator panels and wiring costs become. Furthermore, a flexible programmability of the operator actions and user rights possible. In addition, a clear definition of the effective range and a Hedging the plant an unintentional operation of certain sections of the system possible.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the control panel a transmitting device for transmitting an identifier to the control device on.

at an advantageous embodiment the machine at least one drive means and at least for triggering A type of movement of this drive device is an interaction of the first actuating element and the second actuating element required. Thus, in this embodiment, the above-mentioned control refers in particular on propulsion equipment, such as engines, the specific movements of the machine or of parts of the machine trigger and thus higher Require security levels. The actuators may be For example, switches such as buttons or other switches, Sensor fields and the like act.

In a further advantageous embodiment, the operating device has a multiplicity of first actuating elements, and these first actuating elements are in communication with the control device via non-safety-relevant connections in each case. To this In this way, a large number of functions of the machines can be actuated in a safety-oriented manner, even though the respective associated actuating elements are in a non-secure communication connection with the control device of the machine.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the machine a signal output device, which in response to an operation of a first actuating element outputs a signal. For example, it is possible for the user to enter first actuator, which with a non-secure connection to the controller communicates, operates and in response to this actuation first a signal is output. This signal turns the user asked to also operate the second actuator, which then on the safety-relevant connection or data connection the relevant Function triggers.

at This signal may be, for example, an optical, acoustic and / or act tactile perceptible signal. Preferably also arranges here a processor means for actuating the second actuator the trigger the said function (at least temporarily).

So Is it possible, that one actuation of the second actuating element in one on the operation following a particular first actuator Period a specific function of the machine and in particular also the operation of the said first actuating element Assigned assigned function.

Also Is it possible, that an assignment of this function is canceled, if two different first actuators actuated be without a meantime a second actuator actuated becomes. In this way, the risk of incorrect operation can be reduced become.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the machine a timer device, which only allows a triggering of the function, if the second actuator within a predetermined period of time after the first actuator actuated becomes. In this way, an accidental operation or triggering of certain Functions are avoided.

at In a further advantageous embodiment, the control device designed such that the triggering of the function only so long is permitted as the second actuator is actuated. In this way it can be ensured that an exercise of the corresponding function only takes place as long as the actuator, which in a safety-oriented connection with the control device stands, pressed becomes.

at a further advantageous embodiment is at the first connection to a wireless connection, for example to a radio connection. In this way, the controls are on this wireless connection with the controller in conjunction.

at A further advantageous embodiment is at least one third actuator provided by its operation Another function of the machine is triggered. That's the way it is, for example possible, that either on the base part or on the control unit an actuating element is present, which does not trigger safety-critical functions.

at Another advantageous embodiment is also at least a first actuating element of the control panel a wireless connection of the controller and communication link.

The The present invention is further directed to an operating device for operating directed a machine, said operating device, in particular by the control panel. over a first connection with a control device of the machine in Communication connection can be brought. According to the invention the operating device a base part and this base part has a storage device in, in a this base part uniquely identifying identifier can be stored and the HMI device further comprises a connectable to the base part and portable Keypad on, between the keypad and the base part a communication connection can be established and the control panel at least a first actuating element to operate the machine.

The The present invention is further directed to a method of controlling directed to a machine, wherein at least one function of this Machine is controlled by a control device and the machine with a control unit is operated, wherein the operating device at least a first actuating element having, by an actuation this first actuating element the at least one function of the machine is triggered and wherein the actuating element via a (if necessary, safety-compliant) connection with the control device is in communication connection.

According to the invention, a base part of the operating device is connected to a portable control unit to trigger the function and the function is by an operation of the on this control panel triggered actuating element triggered. Preferably, in the method according to the invention, an interaction of the actuating element on the base part with an actuating element on the operating part for changing the function of the machine is preferably required.

Prefers is by connecting the base part with the control panel this HMI device for Operation of the machine activated. Preference is given to the machine over others operating devices not operable.

at Another advantageous method is after connecting the Base part with the control unit a this base clearly identifizierendes Signal output to the controller.

Advantageous is controlled as a result of this signal, a certain part of the system and more preferably, due to the output signal, a certain one Plant part of the machine actuated.

Further advantages and embodiments will be apparent from the attached drawings:
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1 a state-of-the-art machine;

2 a schematic representation of an operating device for a machine according to the invention;

3 the HMI device off 1 in a disassembled state;

4 a schematic representation of a machine according to the invention, and

5a - 5b two further illustration to illustrate the invention.

1 shows a schematic representation of a machine 100 According to the state of the art. This machine has here four machine parts I, II, III, IV, such as printing units. There is also a large number of HMI devices 110 provided for operating the machine parts, these operating devices each first actuating elements 106 exhibit. These actuators 106 trigger movements of the machine, such as movements of a drive. It is necessary that some of these actuators on a safe connection 112 be in communication with the drives of the machine. The reference number 109 refers to a range selector.

2 shows an inventive control unit 10 for a machine according to the invention. This operating device 10 has a plurality of first actuators 6 which serve to trigger certain functions of the machine (not shown). The reference number 8th refers to a second actuator, with the help of which functions can be triggered, which require a safe communication. It is possible that all actuators or actuators 6 of the HMI device 10 by incorporating the safety-compliant second actuator 8th perform safety-related functions. The actuator 6 respectively. 8th can be designed as a light button. In this case, there may be a communication connection with the control device, wherein the actuating element is in communication with an input of the control device and a light-emitting element is connected to an output of the control device or is controlled by it.

In this case, the reference numeral refers 18 in its entirety on a control panel, which of a base part 12 removable or portable. In this case, this portable control unit 18 on each base station or each base part 12 be put into a system. All actuators or actuators 6 of the control panel 18 can, as stated above, by the inclusion of the second actuating element 8th perform safety-related functions. That base part 12 has programmed identification 9 on, by which each base part is uniquely addressed. This identification 9 is from the control panel 18 and their location is sent to the controller (not shown).

3 shows an HMI device 10 out 2 in a disassembled state. One recognizes that here the control panel 18 from the base part 12 was removed. The reference number 13 refers to a shaft attached to the base part 12 for receiving the control panel 18 is arranged. Furthermore, plug contacts 15 . 17 provided, via which the address of the base part 12 in the control panel 18 is read. A storage device 22 carries the address of this base part 12 , The reference number 32 refers to a transmitting device for transmitting the identifier to a control device. More precisely, the signals of the individual first actuating elements to the controller and the signal states can be transmitted from the controller to the operating device by radio transmission here.

4 shows a further illustration of a device according to the invention. One recognizes that the multiplicity of operating devices 10 each with removable keypads 18 is provided, the case with safety inputs of a control device 4 (especially fixed) can be wired. Here, too, a connection is made in safe proper way. Furthermore, the individual operating devices 10 via a central power supply 42 and power lines 44 supplied with electrical energy.

An internal radio module of the individual control units can transmit the key signals to a receiving device. The addressing of the respective basic parts 12 takes place, as mentioned above, via a unique ID. It is possible, the access rights via docking or Eindocken the portable control units 18 to the base part 12 allot.

At the in 4 shown embodiment, the individual operating devices 10 each transmitting devices or internal radio modules, which wireless signals, ie the key signals, to a receiving device 48 output, this receiving device 48 here again with the control device 4 communicates via a non-secure data connection. Further point the individual operator panels 10 respectively receiving devices or internal radio modules, which wireless signals, ie the output signals of the controller from a receiving device 48 received, this receiving device 48 here again with the control device 4 communicates via a non-secure data connection. However, it would also be possible for some of the operator panels 10 via wireless connection with the controller 4 are connected and others via a cable connection. The operating devices 10 and in particular the second actuating elements 8th are hardwired. The reference number 20 shows an example of a safety-oriented connection between the base part 12 or the second actuating element 8th this base part 12 and the controller 4 ,

5a shows a further schematic representation for illustrating the invention. In this illustration, a plurality of base stations 12 provided here on a specific base station 12 a control panel 18 was plugged. Through this plugging an effective range WB is released for the operation of the system part. It would be possible to block operation of other equipment parts of the machine. By attaching the control panel 18 on a different base part 12 The area coverage is moved to this area.

At the in 5b As shown, the keypad was moved to another base station 12 attached. As a result, the effective range WB1 for the operation of the corresponding part of the machine 1 Approved. Thus, the machine operator with the portable control panel also entitles to operate various machine or system parts (see. 1 ) with itself. In this way it can be prevented that the system can be operated without permission from another location.

In a preferred method, therefore, only one control panel for operating the system is provided. The transmission of the unique ID of each base station tells the controller which part of the plant is to be operated and thus also allows a dynamic allocation of different functions. The keypad, as mentioned above, also via a wireless connection with the controller 4 keep in touch.

Overall, therefore, a user management can be implemented dynamically and flexibly, and the area protection is the base stations 12 uniquely assigned. In addition, the number of control panels or keypads can 18 be reduced. The wiring effort is reduced, if desired, on the second actuator 8th or the consent switch on the one hand and the 24 V supply on the other. Finally, a flexible definition of the function by programming the safety control is possible and it can uniformly wired security elements are provided.

All Features disclosed in the application documents are considered to be essential to the invention as long as they are individually or in combination with respect to State of the art are new.

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Claims (14)

Machine ( 1 ) with at least one control device ( 4 ) for controlling at least one Function of this machine ( 1 ) and with at least one operating device ( 10 ) for operating the machine ( 1 ), whereby the operating device ( 10 ) at least one first actuating element ( 6 ), wherein by an actuation of this actuating element ( 6 ) the at least one function of the machine ( 1 ) is triggered and wherein the actuating element ( 6 ) via a first connection with the control device ( 4 ) can be brought into communication connection, characterized in that the operating device ( 10 ) a base part ( 12 ) and the base part ( 12 ) a memory device ( 22 ), in which a this base part ( 12 ) uniquely identifiable identifier can be stored and the operating device continues to be connected to the base part ( 12 ) connectable and portable control panel ( 18 ), wherein between the operating part ( 18 ) and the base part ( 12 ) a communication connection can be established and the control unit ( 18 ) the at least one first actuating element ( 6 ) having. Machine ( 1 ) according to claim 1, characterized in that the machine ( 1 ) several basic parts ( 12 ) and the control panel ( 18 ) preferably with each of these basic parts ( 12 ) is connectable. Machine ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that by a connection of a base part ( 12 ) with the control panel ( 18 ) this operating device ( 10 ) is activated. Machine ( 1 ) according to claim 3, characterized in that the base part ( 12 ) a transmitting device ( 24 ) to the identifier to the control panel ( 18 ) and the keypad ( 18 ) has a receiving device for receiving the identifier. Machine ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating part ( 18 ) a transmitting device ( 32 ) for sending the identifier to the control device ( 4 ) having. Machine according to at least one of the preceding Claims, characterized in that at least one connection is wireless Connection is. Machine according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one third actuating element is provided, by the actuation of which a further function of the machine ( 1 ) is triggered. Machine according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control device via a feedback line ( 26 ) with the operating device ( 10 ) is in communication connection. Machine according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one first actuating element ( 6 ) via a wireless connection with the control device ( 4 ) is in communication connection. HMI device ( 10 ) for operating a machine ( 1 ), wherein this HMI device via a first connection with a control device ( 4 ) of the machine can be brought into communication connection, characterized in that the operating device ( 10 ) a base part ( 12 ) and this base part ( 12 ) a memory device ( 22 ), in which a this base part ( 12 ) uniquely identifiable identifier can be stored and the operating device ( 10 ) continue with the base part ( 12 ) connectable and portable control panel ( 18 ), wherein between the operating part ( 18 ) and the base part ( 12 ) a communication connection can be established and the control unit ( 18 ) at least one first actuating element ( 6 ) having. Method for controlling a machine, wherein at least one function of said machine is determined by means of a control device ( 4 ) and the machine is equipped with at least one operating device ( 10 ), the HMI device ( 10 ) at least one first actuating element ( 6 ), wherein by an actuation of this actuating element ( 6 ) the at least one function of the machine ( 1 ) is triggered and wherein the actuating element ( 6 ) via a connection ( 16 ) with the control device ( 4 ) is in communication connection, characterized in that for triggering the function a base part ( 12 ) of the HMI device with a portable control unit ( 18 ) of the HMI device ( 10 ) and the function is activated by pressing the button on this control panel ( 18 ) arranged actuating element ( 6 ) is triggered. Method according to claim 11, characterized in that by a connection of the base part ( 12 ) with the control panel ( 18 ) the operating device ( 10 ) for operating the machine ( 1 ) is activated. Method according to at least one of the preceding method claims, characterized in that after connecting the base part ( 12 ) with the control panel ( 18 ) this basic part ( 12 ) uniquely identifying signal to the control device ( 4 ) is output. Method according to claim 13, characterized in that that due to the signal output, a certain part of the system the machine operated becomes.