Technology Fundamentals
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TII’s Technology Fundamentals series of training systems are designed to introduce students to the basic principles of power technology from electricity, mechanical, and fluid power to sensors and PLC control. Below are but a few of the products TII offers. Visit TII's Technology Fundamentals page to see their full product line.
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MB641PR - Basic PLC Controlled Pneumatic Robotic Application
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MB655ML - Principles Of PLCs w/ Built-in Applications (RSlogix500)
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Please contact your Regional Manager for more information, or use the links above to gain access to more specific information.
MB100 - Principles of Electricity & Electronics
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curriculum features more than 25 hours of instruction in electricity and electronic terminology, circuit design and development, basic electronic components, and the theory and mathematics relating to electricity and electronics
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includes both a comprehensive textbook format and a 10-activity modular format, both of which allow for self-paced, individualized instruction and training
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content includes background information on each topic and an experiment or experiments that require trainees to construct and operate a simple circuit, followed by questions that reinforce the concepts and measure competence
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hands-on applications allow the students or trainees to gain a better understanding of the changes in technology going on around them
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entire system is enclosed in a portable and lockable impact-resistant polyethylene case that consists of an experiment station, a component kit, a visual aids chart, and courseware—all necessary hardware and components are included
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Please visit the MB100 - Principles of Electricity & Electronics section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB200 - Principles of Pneumatics
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curriculum is flexible and features 25 to 30 hours of instruction in pneumatic components, applications and principles; format allows self-teach/self-paced or group instruction
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requires students to conduct an experiment in pneumatic technology using one or more of the 22 industrial-grade pneumatic components, including different types of valves, cylinders and measuring instruments
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students use the components to emulate industrial applications
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a complete power supply with compressor (limited to 60 PSI for classroom safety), together with a work surface and the components conveniently stored on a panel, provide everything needed to understand this fluid power technology
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Please visit the MB200 - Principles of Pneumatics section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB300 - Principles of Mechanisms
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curriculum is flexible and features 25 to 30 hours of instruction in mechanical devices, applications and principles; format allows self-teach/self-paced or group instruction
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combines science and technology
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includes an experiment that requires trainees to construct and operate a simple machine or device for transmission of power, followed by a quiz to reinforce concepts and measure competency
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the 30 mechanical components include a variety of gears, pulleys and assemblies
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trainees use the components to design their own solutions to meet common problems that occur in industrial and everyday situations
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Please visit the MB300 - Principles of Mechanisms section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB400 - Principles of Hydraulics
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curriculum is flexible and features 25 to 30 hours of instruction in hydraulic components, applications and principles; format allows self-teach/self-paced or group instruction
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requires trainees to conduct an experiment in hydraulic technology using one or more of the 18 industrial-grade hydraulic components, including different types of valves, cylinders and measuring instruments
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trainees use the components to emulate industrial applications
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a complete power supply with a pump (designed to operate at approximately 25 PSI for safety) and fluid reservoir, together with a work surface and the components conveniently stored on a panel, provide everything needed to understand this fluid power technology
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Please visit the MB400 - Principles of Hydraulics section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB500 - Pneumatic Robotics Module
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an introductory robotics educational system designed to provide students with an understanding of how pneumatic components work together in a pick-and-place robotic arm application
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the student learns how to create, edit, run and monitor robot programs using a programmable logic controller (PLC) using ladder logic computer programming software
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with the optional toggle switch pendant, the MB500 can be operated stand-alone by allowing the student to control the robot motions via manually toggling the pendant switches on and off
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curriculum covers the history and types of robots; individual axes of motion are computer programmed one axis at a time; a motion map is created followed by an integration of all three axes and the gripper using a PLC (customer supplied) for automated motion control
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curriculum is in a 10-activity modular format with pre and post assessment testing and assumes some knowledge of PLCs
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curriculum allows for self-paced, individualized instruction and training
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Please visit the MB500 - Pneumatic Robotics Module section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB600 - Principles of Industrial Sensors
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features over 25 hours of instruction in limit switches and fiber optics, infrared and proximity sensors; each section includes an introduction to components, principles of their use and applications
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the system includes industrial quality sensors, an electronic power supply with input/output terminal strips, a mounting surface and all the accessories required to perform a variety of experiments
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the versatile training system can also be used with motors, lighting systems, conveyors and other 115 volt-AC devices; it has been designed to interface with several other TII technology training systems
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included SenSelect software from Cutler-Hammer helps trainees determine which sensor group would be most effective for various industrial applications; the program is interactive, asking trainees to evaluate characteristics and conditions such as target size and material, light levels, contamination and object positioning
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the combination of the MB600 with the MB200 Pneumatics trainer or MB400 Hydraulics trainer, the MB650 Programmable Controller trainer, the MB501 robot and the MB505 programmable valve pack form a comprehensive application package
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Please visit the MB600 - Principles of Industrial Sensors section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
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uses a Micro Controller for programmable control; the Micro Controller is an electronic control relay with PLC-like features: built-in logic, timer, counter, and realtime clock functionality
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enables learners to develop competence in operating and programming a simplified industrial programmable controller
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curriculum begins with basic wiring concepts and moves quickly through circuits, I/O, ladder logic and programming; additional units focus on the special features of the Micro Controller
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each unit includes programming and wiring experiments, which stimulate proficiency in controller operation and industrial applications
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the experiment station design permits easy access to the input/output terminals with simple banana-jack connectors which allows rapid set-up and testing of wiring changes, using the built-in input/output devices or user-identified external devices
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the Pico Controller is programmed using ladder diagrams, and each programming element is entered directly using the keypad/display or the Windows-based programming software
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the MB640A’s rugged design and portability means it will stand up to the most demanding training schedule; the trainer is enclosed in an impact-resistant case and the training panel is constructed of stainless steel
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options to expand the MB640A training system capabilities include industrial sensors for input/interface (model MB600 and EM600 series), additional control modules (models 650AADCS, 650A-MPC, EP-250) and robots for more advanced applications
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Please visit the MB640A - Introductory PLC section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB641PR - Basic PLC Controlled Pneumatic Robotic Application
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system package includes the MB500 Pneumatic Robot & MB640A Introductory PLC
Please contact your Regional Manager for more information.
MB655ML - Principles Of PLCs w/ Built-in Applications (RSlogix500)
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a complete PLC training system featuring the Allen-Bradley Micrologix1000 with built-in applications
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The curriculum covers:
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Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
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Basic PLC Functions and their Applications
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Output Control Functions and their Applications
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Practical Applications :
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Motor/Screw Motion Traffic Light Intersection
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Please visit the MB655ML - Principles Of PLCs w/ Built-in Applications (RSlogix500) section on TII's website or contact your Regional Manager for more information.
