InduSoft Web Studio has been used at every level of the automotive industry, from industrial Andon systems to commercial car washes. This month, we’ll explore how InduSoft Web Studio has been used to develop commercial car wash HMI applications that make use of an iPad for mobile configuration and controls. Join us for the July webinar, where our guest speaker, Scott Fausneaucht of Custom Control Specialists, will showcase an application for car wash configuration and automation that utilizes a mobile iPad HMI. Whether your interest is creating mobile HMI applications or developing applications specifically for the car wash industry, there should be some excellent insight into the best practices of a well-designed application that allows equipment to be configured and connected in the field by users of a variety of skill levels.

1. “IPAD HMI” MAKES CAR WASH
AUTOMATION MOBILE

2.  35 years in electrical contracting and designing /
building control solutions.
 Located in Akron OH, CCS began in 2000 in response
to a need for uniquely designed and custom built
solutions to automation needs.
 Joined with Pro Tech Systems Group in 2010. PTSG is a
systems integrator to the Water/Waste Water industry
and a user of Indusoft products for many years.

3.  UL508A listing
 Custom Control Specialists operates
primarily as an OEM of control systems
to manufacturers and distributors of
automated car wash equipment.
 Installations in nearly every US state,
and Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia,
and Australia.

4.  Custom Control Specialists’ premier product line is the Guardian
Wash Command, a PLC based automated tunnel car wash
controller.

5.  As an OEM control solution, the Guardian Wash Command must be adaptable to
any combination of equipment types, applications, and configurations that may
be required in the particular wash location. Every car wash is a unique location
with unique equipment layouts, chemical applications, and retail wash package
offerings. All these variables need to be configured in the field, by personnel of
varying technical skills.

6.  The retail car wash industry is very
competitive.
 Car washes rely on customers’
discretionary income and the ability to
spend on additional services for their
vehicle.
 Car wash operation size is determined by
local demographics.
 Large and small car wash firms alike can
compete if their locations are favorable
and their operations are efficient.
 CCS’s objective beyond just providing
hardware is to offer additional efficiencies
and automation to help them compete
and provide an pleasing experience for
the car wash customer.

7.  Many car wash controllers are PC based.
 Setup and monitoring are limited to being
in front of the PC station.

8.  The Guardian Wash Command system is
a PLC based car wash controller… but…
 Typical installations include traditional
touch screen terminals.
 Installers and maintenance personnel are
still required to return back to a fixed
location to interface with the controller.

9.  A solution was needed that allowed the
flexibility of remote connectivity without
expensive interface equipment.
 Tablets and smart phones have become
part of everyday life, practically
eliminating a learning curve to use them
in the work place.
 Replacement due to damage or loss is as
easy as the local electronics store.

10. InduSoft Web Studio was chosen for:
 Our familiarity with the product
 Proven use in water /waste water SCADA
 Advanced alarming management
 Pricing to fit our budget

11. InduSoft Web Studio is loaded on a diskless /
fanless PC with an SSD drive and Window 7
operating system
Hardware

12. InduSoft Web Studio is loaded on a diskless /
fanless PC with an SSD drive and Window 7
operating system
Communication is to a Schneider Electric
M340 PAC controller over an Ethernet
TCP/IP network
Hardware

13. A Wi-Fi area is created with a Ubiquity
PicoStation Wi-Fi radio. The PicoStation is a
PoE powered unit providing a strong signal
for great reception around all the car wash
equipment, motors, and electrical
switchgear.
Hardware

14. The iPad, tablet, or smart phone simply
connects to the Wi-Fi signal.
Launchport inductive chargers and sleeves
provide protection, mounting, and charging
Hardware

15. The iPad, tablet, or smart phone simply
connects to the Wi-Fi signal.
Launchport inductive chargers and sleeves
provide protection, mounting, and charging
Hardware

16. The iPad HMI fits into a 1500 tag license
InduSoft Web Studio is configured to startup
and run as a service.
Software

17. The iPad HMI fits into a 1500 tag license
InduSoft Web Studio is configured to startup
and run as a service.
iPads, tablets, and smartphones are loaded
with Microsoft Remote Desktop
Software

18. The iPad HMI fits into a 1500 tag license
InduSoft Web Studio is configured to startup
and run as a service.
iPads, tablets, and smartphones are loaded
with Microsoft Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop allows simultaneous
connections from multiple devices
Software

19. iPad HMI Screens
Main Startup Screen
 Access to all other menus
 Login and current user

20. iPad HMI Screens
Tunnel Status Screen
 Access to all other menus
 Overview of current tunnel operation
 I/O status of key indicators
 Login and current user

21. iPad HMI Screens
Ready To Wash
 Allows easy manipulation of cars to be
washed
 Extensive scripting was used in the
development of this screen.

22. iPad HMI Screens
Lighting control
 Control lot lighting, tunnel lighting and other
time and day functions in the wash

23. iPad HMI Screens
Output Control
 Normal Manual – OFF – Auto Selector Switch
 Output function Setup

24. iPad HMI Screens
Monitor
 Monitor status of all input signals
 Invaluable tool when diagnosing sensor
issues

25. iPad HMI Screens
Special Monitoring Features
 Variable Speed Drives

26. iPad HMI Screens
Special Monitoring Features
 Variable Speed Drives

27. iPad HMI Screens
Setup
 Allows initial setup of a variety of sensors
 Configure wash packages unique to the
individual site

28. iPad HMI Screens
Setup
 Allows initial setup of a variety of sensors
 Configure wash packages unique to the
individual site

29. iPad HMI Screens
Reports
 Simple up to the minute reporting of the
current counters
 The Guardian / Tommy systems are normally
connected to a POS system that provides
the car wash operator with detailed cash
accounting and number reconciliation.
 Printing of reports is not supported at this
time, but may be a future enhancement.

30. iPad HMI Screens
Alarms
 Current alarm status and banner
 Alarm history

31. iPad HMI Screens
Safety Sensors
 Protects pumps and motors
 Can be set to alarm on low or high level

32. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING!
Custom Control Specialists
Akron, OH
(330) 773-9828
Scott@washcommand.com