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ADDING MORE LIFE TO EXISTING EQUIPMENT

Retrofit a mechanically sound washing or drying machine with modern controller intelligence to optimize equipment performance and networkability without the need to purchase a costly new piece of equipment. 

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Control Freaks Wanted!

Norchem offers two types of machine controllers: the NorQuest™ 3000 for smaller machines and the NorQuest™ 6000 for larger machines. Both types are programmed for washers and dryers.

 

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FOR INDUSTRIAL WASHERS AND DRYERS

NORQUEST™ 3000

The NorQuest™ 3000 features the latest microprocessor technology based on a robust Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) for easy programming and operation. It is designed to work with any commercial and industrial washer and dryer. It can easily be retrofitted into existing machines or replace outdated microprocessors. The hardware consists of an Operator Interface (OI) and an industrial PLC designed to operate in any industrial environment. 

CONTROLLER FEATURES
  •  Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) 
  • 4 Lines x 20 Character LCD Operator Interface (OI) 
  • RS-485 and RS-232 Communication Ports for Networking 
  • 16 Key Keypad 
  • Two Analog Converters for Water and Temperature
  • 31 Formulas
  • 35 Steps Per Formula 
  • Washer controllers handle up to 30 chemical Injections 
  • Programmable Digital water Level (0-27 inches)
  • Remote program downloading(Optional)
  • Programmable Digital Temperatures 0-250 F
  • Step Time in Minutes and Seconds 

NORQUEST™ 6000

The NorQuest™ 6000 uses an 8.4” 16 bit color 800 x 600 pixel touchscreen that provides realistic images with clear, sharp, and bright displays. All instructions, formulas, and settings are set via the touchscreen. It’s Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is an industrial computer control system that continuously monitors the state of input devices and makes decisions based upon a custom program to control the state of output devices.

CONTROLLER FEATURES
  • 99 wash or dry formulas
  • Graphical display of washer operation and including diagnostics
  • Stainless Steel Panel with E-STOP, Start, STOP, Jog, Door Release Includes standard
  • Color touch screen HMI
  • Alarm log step timer in increments of one second
  • Digital temperature controller
  • Power failure memory retention
  • Windows-based PC software for download and upload of washer
  • For dryer, you can choose to dry by time, temperature differential, or moisture content.
  • Displays temperatures and timers
  • Auto and manual lint blowdowns