AC3000 for When Timing is Everything...

Manufacturing &
Industrial
In today’s manufacturing facilities, efficient operation is key
which means innovation is a must. Connect your staff to the
Manufacturer's have found ways to restructure operational processes TECHNOLOGY resources
for years. In keeping current with trending models they have turned to they need
technology for answers. Surprising to many, solutions have turned up in
an antiquated idea which is now offering some of the newest technologies relevant to the operations for manufac-
turers.

Pneumatic tube systems are revolutionizing the way our facilities are experiencing revitalization. Because we are
able to move samples from production lines and parts through assembly lines at speeds up to 25 feet per seconds,
productivity is increased. Wasted labor hours are cut by keeping valuable staff in the lab or on the line. Safety haz-
ards are reduced, production increased and overall operations are improved.

Let Aerocom walk you through the advantages of pneumatic transport and assess your facilities needs today!

Aerocom’s AC3000 Automatic Pneumatic Transport System

The fully automated system designed for industrial facilities is making product, parts, paperwork and
sampling transportation easy, efficient, and safe.

ADVANTAGES:
Optimize Internal Logistics
Increase Production and Revenue
Reduce Safety Hazards by Eliminating Foot Traffic
Utilize Multi-Zone Configuration for Simultaneous Carrier Transfer
Incorporate Pass-Thru Station Technology to Reduce Routing
Conserve energy with Low Voltage Requirements
 Aerocom’s AC3000—How it Works
Optimizing Your Internal Logistics
By understanding your facilities operational needs, Aerocom can design
Providing value engineering
and configure the right application and features to maximize your pro- throughout your facility
duction. The AC3000 system has the capability to operate as a single
zone or multi-zone system. It serves up to 1000 stations and can connect
as many as 128 independently operating zones.

When zones need to connect, transfer units (called direct connects) allow the exchange of
carriers between zones. These zones can then operate concurrently. If your facility requires
a system with multi zones, Aerocom’s Direct Connect units will dramatically enable transit
and wait time reduction by directing carriers through the most direct path to its destination.
No matter the configuration or set-up needed, internal operations will be sped to the tune of
25 feet per second. Foot traffic will be reduced, hence, reducing safety hazards on the floor.

Pass-Through station technology is a coveted feature when multiple floors are involved.
This new technology reduces the travelled route by utilizing the station as a through route
to its destination. No longer is the station a simple end point. This can significantly add val-
ue engineering to any project as routing needs can be optimized.

Low voltage requirements for the Aerocom system is another way our clients see savings.
The AC 3000 is powered through a central power supply and then stepped down to 24
volts DC. Additional data cable ports and 110v outlets are not needed at each station or
diverter location (as with high voltage systems).

Carriers transporting paperwork, product, parts, or even samples to the lab

not only speeds transit time, but it reduces foot traffic ultimately reducing safety risk on the floor. The
number of carriers that can be in transit at the same time equals to the number of zones installed.
 Reducing Risk

Now that you have decided to implement the AC3000 pneumatic tube system into your facilities operations, hazard-
ous encounters on the floor can be reduced. Re-routing your internal logistics by hanging pneumatic tubing from your
ceiling truss will speed transport and eliminate traffic jams. With specifically designed routing and configurations, hot
links or direct connect units will provide safe and speedy transportation from any location to any location.

Connecting production line to Lab, Shipping and Receiving to main office, upstairs to downstairs; no matter the route,
transport moves at 25 feet per second with no interruption in its route. So, when safety is an important aspect of
your facility, Aerocom can help reduce the risk and speed your transit
time.

Communications
RFID Tagging
RFID tagging has become a well known technology in many industries today. The way pneumatic tube systems have
come to use the technology is simply by programming the chip with a unique identifier. This unique identifier is an
address or sequence of numbers that correlate with a specific station address or sequence of numbers. We call this
correlation “home addressing”.
The programmed chip is inserted into the carrier’s structure and now each
time the carrier is sent out all that must be done to return the carrier to it
original location is to simply place the carrier back in a station port. The
stations sensor will read the home address in the chip and send the carrier
back home every time.
This tagging is also responsible for counting how many transactions a car-
rier has made. Once a carrier has reached its allotted transactions, the
RFID tag alerts the system and automatically pulls the carrier out of ser-
vice for regular maintenance.
 Aerocom’s AC3000—Platform
WIN 3000 Platform
The AC3000 operating system is based on a WIN3000 platform and is com-
patible with Windows XP and Windows 7. Connections between the inde-
pendent zones of the system are managed by a central PC control unit that
communicates with the diverters placed throughout the routing. This
platform allows for functions such as priority send/receive, automatic for-
warding of carriers in case of power failures and system updating. When updates
are needed, an Aerocom service engineer can access the data through the
“programming mode” and download the changes necessary with only a few
minutes of system interruption.
Remote system diagnostic testing through a secure internet connection can also
be performed on this platform. An Aerocom technician dials in to the AC3000 PC
and can resolve many performance issues without dispatching a technician,
leaving your facility with maximum reliability and uptime for operations.

Aerocom’s AC3000 Configuration

 Station Options

Stations that can handle your environment!

The AC3000 utilizes industrial grade stations, equipment and controls designed to withstand
almost any type of environment. No matter if it is cold, hot, dirty or clean, Aerocom has
the application that will be right for you.

TITAN Pass-Thru Industrial Stainless Set-up Multi-Load and Rail Set-up

Multi-Load OES Slide Gate 6” EWS

Integration

Industrial Stainless Lab Set-up Multi-Zone Lab Set-up

 Diverters
Uses:
Aerocom’s 3 port diverter is a switching device used in pneumatic tube systems at
branching points to direct the path of a carrier in transport. With the help of a magnetic
proximity switch, the inner S-tube is aligned with the correct port on the opposite end of
the diverter. A teflon seal ring keeps the S-tube tight so vacuum and pressure remain
consistent allowing the carrier to reach it’s destination station.
Diverters also serve as direct connect units when coupled together to provide inter-zone
transmission for multi-zone systems.

Features:
 Double walled transmission tube for quiet transfer
 Function testing capabilities directly from diverter box service switch
 Electronically monitored through system communication
 Remote operation capability
 Alignment through magnetic proximity switch
 Industrial grade, heavy duty motor
 Diagnostic Gauges and Indicators

Specifications:

 Electromechanical Drive Mechanism

 Alignment Timing 2 seconds
 24 Volt Power Requirement (flows from Aerocom’s
power supply)
 4 Conductor Cable; #24 AWG Stranded
 System Vacuum/Pressure maximum 10 psi

Maintenance Advantages

 Electromechanical Drive Mechanism

 Alignment Timing 2 seconds
 24 Volt Power Requirement (flows from Aerocom’s
power supply)
 4 Conductor Cable; #24 AWG Stranded
 System Vacuum/Pressure maximum 10 psi
 Blowers
Uses:
The three-phase-blower switches from pressure to vacuum in a split second through the three position valve. As
soon as all pending sending processes are finished, the three-phase-blower will automatically shutoff. Noise should
not be an issue as the blower is housed in noise-reducing cast aluminum.

Features:
 Side Channel Airflow  Air Volume Dissipates Heat Generated
 Energy Efficient IE2/NEMA Motor  Reduces Operating Energy and Costs
 Conformant to IEC6003430  Long-lasting Service Life

Installation:
The three phase blower is typically installed on the floor, in the
ceiling or on the wall in close proximity to the main system con-
trols and/or the master station.

Data:
Blower Housing and open/closed impellers made of cast aluminum, Direct motor, IE2-compliant, Integrated silencer,
Compact construction, Corrosion-resistant.

 Efficiency Class: IE2  Frequency: 60 Hz

 Enclosure: IP 54  Allowable Ambient Temperature: -20°C to +60°C

Tubing Options

Aluminum PVC Stainless

Aerocom is a world leader in pneumatic tube system technology and has conducted business for 80 years in more
than 70 countries. In addition to possessing a wide range of standard products for the industry, we also have the
experience and expertise to custom design system solutions for unique and innovative applications. Aerocom
provides factory direct representation and support of our products through an exclusive distributor network. We are
proud to maintain and manage thousands of pneumatic tube systems worldwide.

Aerocom Systems, Inc.

4052 Thurmon Tanner Pkwy
Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Toll Free: 800.231.4156

[email protected]
www.aerocomusa.com