West Control Solutions / West Controls Solutions Industrial Temperature and Process Controllers

West Control Solutions / West Controls Solutions precision control instrumentation: West Plus series single-loop controllers, Pro-EC44 dual-loop programmers, PMA KS 98-2 and KS vario systems, and Partlow DataVU paperless recorders.

Single-Loop PID Controllers West Plus Series (6100+, 8100+, 4100+, 2300)

Single-loop PID controllers West Plus series (6100+, 8100+, 4100+) feature universal sensor inputs, adaptive self-tuning, and modular plug-in output cards without housing disassembly. The platform cuts commissioning setup time by up to 50% and provides front panel protection rated to IP66.

Universal input accepting standard thermocouples, Pt100 RTD, and linear mA/V
Plug-in output modules for electromechanical relay, SSR driver, and DC linear
High-visibility dual 4-digit LED display with customizable color configurations
Pre-tune and continuous self-tune algorithms for rapid thermal stabilization

Dual-Loop Programmable Controllers West Pro-EC44 and Pro-16 Series

Dual-loop controllers West Pro-EC44 with graphical display and front USB port provide advanced thermal profiling, data recording, and seamless integration with Blue Control software. The units handle cascade control and precision ratio regulation in industrial furnaces and extrusion lines.

Dual-channel PID regulation supporting cascade, ratio, and valve motor drive
Front-accessible USB interface for recipe configuration and data extraction
Full-text graphical display rendering live trending and process diagnostics
Field communications via Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, and industrial Ethernet

Multifunction Automation Controllers PMA KS 98-2 Series

PMA KS 98-2 multifunction automation unit combines a 3.5 inch color touch display, modular IO structure, and built-in function library for complex thermal and blending loops. The unit performs advanced mathematics, multi-channel PID control, and logic execution without external PLCs.

Vibrant 3.5 inch 320x240 TFT color touchscreen with customizable user pages
Modular hardware architecture accommodating up to 12 plug-in I/O cards
Extensive engineering function block library for math and sequencing tasks
Seamless fieldbus networking via Profibus-DP, Profinet, and Modbus systems

Modular DIN-Rail Multi-Loop Control Systems PMA KS vario Series

PMA KS vario modular DIN-rail system scales from 4 up to 30 independent temperature control zones with fieldbus couplers for Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, and EtherNet/IP. Direct snap-on backplane interconnects drastically eliminate inter-module cabinet wiring expenses.

Scalable architecture controlling from 4 up to 30 loops on a unified backplane
Interchangeable bus couplers supporting Profibus, Profinet, and EtherNet/IP
Integrated heating circuit monitoring detecting load faults and shorted SSRs
Fast commissioning and parameter cloning using BlueControl software utility

Paperless Process Recorders Partlow DataVU 6 and DataVU 7 Series

Partlow DataVU 7 paperless chart recorders feature a 5-inch TFT color display, scalable input cards, tamper-proof internal data storage, and automated reporting. The instruments capture critical temperature cycles and export secure audit records to industrial plant networks.

Bright 5-inch 320x240 color TFT display rendering circular charts and bar graphs
Scalable modular chassis accommodating expansion measurement cards
Tamper-proof internal solid-state memory ensuring strict data integrity
Automated periodic report generation for shifts, days, weeks, and months

Compact Controllers CAL 9300, 9500 and PMA Safety Limiters

Compact CAL 9300 1/16 DIN controllers alongside PMA TB 40-1 and STB 55 safety limiters deliver dependable thermal safety across demanding processes. Featuring rubberised tactile keys and impact-resistant front bezels, the units thrive in challenging shopfloor installations.

Impact-resistant front bezel rated to IP66 with positive tactile feedback buttons
Proprietary autotuning algorithm achieving rapid setpoint approach with zero overshoot
PMA TB 40-1 and STB 55 limit controllers providing approved emergency thermal cutoff
Universal power supply capability accommodating 100 to 240 V AC line voltages

Single-Loop Temperature Regulation Dynamics with West Plus Architecture

The West Plus instrument range (6100+, 8100+, 4100+) delivers precision single-loop PID regulation for industrial heating and cooling in injection molding, drying chambers, and extrusion machinery.

Universal analog inputs with 16-bit analog-to-digital converters accept all standard thermocouple calibrations and Pt100 RTDs with automated linearization curves.

Pre-tune algorithms calculate proportional, integral, and derivative parameters during initial heating, while continuous adaptive Self-tune algorithms automatically compensate for fluctuations in external thermal loads across continuous processing cycles.

Dual-Loop Process Profiling and Recipe Control with West Pro-EC44

West Pro-EC44 controllers manage intricate thermal treatment schedules requiring step-by-step dwell holds and programmable ramp rate regulation.

The hardware accommodates up to two independent process control loops or a primary-secondary cascade configuration with continuous dynamic setpoint biasing. Internal non-volatile memory stores up to one hundred distinct thermal recipes.

A high-contrast graphical display indicates active program segment numbers, real-time trend plots, and diagnostic messages without cryptic numerical error codes.

Multifunction Process Automation and Logic Blocks in PMA KS 98-2

The PMA KS 98-2 unit unites the precision of a multi-loop PID controller with the flexible sequencing capability of a dedicated automation device.

Hardware assets include a vibrant 3.5-inch color touchscreen display delivering 320 by 240 pixel resolution and up to twelve expansion slots for plug-in analog and digital interface cards.

An embedded library offers over one hundred pre-engineered function blocks, including mathematical integrators, signal filters, timers, and motorized valve positioning routines. The controller governs chemical batching, blending, and multi-stage industrial burner plants.

Modular Multi-Zone DIN-Rail Temperature Management with PMA KS vario

PMA KS vario architecture constitutes a decentralized modular platform engineered for multi-zone temperature control across plastics extruders and blow molding machinery.

A central fieldbus coupler ties four up to thirty independent closed-loop channels into an integrated system using two-channel or four-channel expansion blocks. Direct internal bus connectors transfer inter-module data across the backplane without external cabinet interconnect wiring.

Supported communication standards include Profibus-DP, Profinet, CANopen, Modbus TCP, and EtherNet/IP for supervisory plant networks.

Secure Process Data Logging and Archiving with Partlow DataVU

Partlow DataVU 6 and DataVU 7 paperless recorders measure, display, and archive critical manufacturing parameters across pharmaceutical, food processing, and heat treatment facilities.

The bright color TFT screen presents real-time values as circular charts, horizontal strip trends, or digital indicator panels. Measurements are saved to internal secure solid-state memory with encrypted data integrity algorithms preventing record tampering.

Export of historical batch records occurs over standard factory Ethernet connections or front-mounted USB storage media.

Compact CAL Temperature Controllers and PMA Safety Limiters

CAL 9300 and CAL 9500 controllers combine compact 1/16 DIN panel footprints with high immunity against electrical noise and industrial ambient temperature shifts.

Front bezels with rubberised tactile pushbuttons are sealed to IP66 standards, permitting installation in dusty or washdown production areas. For thermal applications, CAL units operate in tandem with PMA TB 40-1 and STB 55 safety limiters.

When monitored thresholds are exceeded, the limit controller de-energizes the heating circuit and latches off until acknowledged by an operator.

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