Airlock Automation
Airlocks perform a critical barrier function between zones of different cleanliness classes, preventing cross-contamination and maintaining the specified parameters of the controlled environment. The automation of airlock systems ensures strict adherence to the technological logic of moving personnel, materials, and equipment while minimizing the human factor.
Automated airlocks are utilized in pharmaceutical manufacturing, microelectronic component production, medical institutions, and areas handling flammable liquids, where strict separation of technological processes and maximum safety are required.
Airlocks are installed in accordance with the Electrical Installation Regulations (PUE) for premises in explosion and fire hazard zones, such as B-Ia, B-Ib, and others. For lobby-airlocks in these specific zones, door interlocking requirements are not stipulated by safety regulations.
Airlock Automation System Components
The automation system includes a complex of interconnected components that manage airlock procedures:
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Automatic Door Control: Featuring electromechanical mutual interlocking to prevent simultaneous opening.
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Programmable Dwell Time Control: Customizable cycles for time spent inside the airlock.
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System Integration: Seamless connection with access control systems (ACS) and video surveillance via standard data protocols.
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HMI Control Panels: Touch-sensitive panels with a graphical user interface for easy operation.
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Process Signaling: Visual and audible indication of the passage status.
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Configurable Algorithms: Tailored settings for personnel, materials, waste, and emergency situations.
The master controller collects data from door position sensors and occupancy sensors, transmitting real-time information to the building’s centralized management system (SCADA).
Regulatory Requirements and Compatibility
Airlock automation equipment is developed in accordance with:
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GOST R ISO 14644-4-2002: The standard for design, construction, and commissioning of cleanrooms.
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ISO 14644-1: The international standard for air cleanliness classification.
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PUE (Electrical Installation Regulations): And other active regulations governing electrical installations in explosive zones.
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EAEU Technical Regulations: And relevant industry-specific standards.
The system software allows for the adaptation of operational logic to meet the specific technological processes of the customer, taking into account the required cleanliness class, automation level, and security measures.