Battery Sorting Machine: How PLC Achieves Data Acquisition and Remote Monitoring  

A battery sorting machine is a specialized piece of equipment used for high-volume battery quality inspection, grading and pairing, as well as rapid testing before distribution. With the aid of automation technology, it can perform a series of automated tasks, offering advantages such as simple operation, high efficiency, labor-cost savings, and excellent product performance.

The machine is automated by a PLC and is operated conveniently via an industrial PC or touch screen. In general, the PLC handles battery loading, conveying, and unloading, while the industrial PC or touch screen is responsible for monitoring the test instrument data (voltage, internal resistance, etc.) and executing the grading of batteries. By connecting a Wutong Bolian industrial IoT gateway, the battery sorter can achieve data acquisition and remote monitoring, ensuring reliable equipment operation and battery quality. The Wutong Bolian industrial IoT gateway supports data collection from PLCs of all major brands (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Omron, Delta, etc.) and can connect to the Internet via 5G/4G/Wi-Fi/Ethernet. On cloud platforms or upper-level computers it enables real-time data monitoring, remote management and control, data analytics, and more, thereby improving production efficiency and product quality.

1. Data Acquisition  
   Collect PLC data in real time to monitor key battery parameters such as voltage, current, capacity, and internal resistance.

2. Data Processing  
   Standardize the acquired data through cleansing, transformation, and storage.

3. Data Analysis  
   Perform in-depth analysis of the processed data to uate battery performance, state of health, and predict potential failures.

4. Data Visualization  
   Present analysis results intuitively through various charts and graphs for easy user review and understanding.

5. Data Reporting  
   Generate customized reports—e.g., battery-performance reports and usage reports—according to user requirements.

6. Data Alerting  
   Issue real-time alerts when monitored parameters deviate from normal ranges, notifying users via WeChat, SMS, or email so problems can be addressed promptly.

7. Remote Monitoring  
   Allow users to monitor and manage the battery sorting machine remotely from both mobile and desktop devices, viewing all relevant information anytime, anywhere.

8. Intelligent Management  
   Based on data analytics and alerts, enable remote adjustments, start/stop commands, and other intelligent operations to improve sorting efficiency and accuracy.