Automation

INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMATION

Automation

Automation of all Suncombe systems is achieved using technologies with a proven record of being robust and reliable. Our software is developed to conform to multiple standards including GAMP and IEE guidelines. Suncombe engineers are willing to accommodate your requirements using a broad range of hardware and control solutions.

Audit trail

We have experience implementing 21CFR11 compliant auditing practices to ensure that there is easy to read documentation on all operations and system changes.

HMI

Our Human Machine Interfaces make interacting with your system extremely intuitive. Colour coded icons for component operation and fault detection allow the system to be monitored at a glance when running in automatic and provide clear feedback when the system is being controlled manually.

Systems

Suncombe offers a range of systems to fit your specific need. The ControlSuite ™ automation system can be configured to your requirements. Systems range from pushbutton consoles to fully connected touch screen PCs.

Automation datasheet ControlSuite™ System
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Standardised Models

Function

Suite 1000

Suite 2000

Suite 3000

Individually Configurable Recipes

3

25

100+

Configurable Steps per Recipes

6

10

15

HMI Size

4″

12″*

15*

HMI Type

Text Display

Full Colour Touch

Full Colour Touch

HMI Equipment Mimic

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✓

✓

Manual Control from Mimic

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✓

✓

Multiple HMIs Available

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✓

✓

Windows Panel PC HMI Available

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–

✓

Alarms

✓

✓

✓

Alarm Log

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-*

✓

User Access Passwords and Groups

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✓

✓

Data Trending

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-*

✓

Reports

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✓

✓

Synchronisation with Windows Active Directory

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–

✓

Audit Trail (21 CFR Part 11)

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–

✓

Functional Design Specification

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Generic

Client Specific

Process/sequence Description

✓

✓

✓

Manufacturing Standards

Business Practices

Testimonials

“ Suncombe stand-out because they are specialists in the items and elements they produce. If they say they’re going to do something, they will do it… In summary, Suncombe are experts in what they do, and they’re great people to work with. ”

John Draysey Lofthouse of Fleetwood

“ Suncombe have always been very helpful, particularly during the commissioning phase, and if we have an occasional operation problem, they are very quick to respond. I would certainly recommend them to other professionals. ”

Simon Caidan Director of Safety, Health and Sustainability, The Francis Crick Institute

“ Suncombe's major strength is their understanding our business… They are very, very accommodating. Very knowledgeable. Always there to explain what I wasn't sure of; clarifying things. Great experience. Great people to work with. ”

Peter Timotheou Operations Director, Tims Dairy Ltd

“ I would not hesitate to recommend or to use Suncombe again in the future. Throughout this project from design to build and test they delivered at every single milestone in terms of date and budget. Working with Dave, Steve, Mark, and the build team was a joy throughout what was a very technically difficult project to execute. For me Suncombe operate with integrity, with trust and deliver what they promise. ”

Mark Hodgson Process Design Lead, GSK Ulvertson

“...the Suncombe engineers were incredibly highly regarded by the client ...they somehow managed to keep to the original time schedule, which was a credit to their staff and their project management skills. They are a really friendly team, and I look forward to working with them again. ”

Fearghal Downey Hyde Engineering + Consulting

“ As well as one project for Roche in Shanghai, we’ve worked with Suncombe on projects for Novartis in Switzerland, and most recently in Spain. The communication was good. Their documentation was brilliant. …if you asked me whether I'd work with Suncombe again – I’d say ‘definitely’ ”

Andrew Lemaire Director, DEC Group

“ We're happy with the machine [the washer], the performance, the build quality, everything. It ticks all the boxes and it does what’s required. It’s robust and reliable, and just ticks along in the background, which is exactly what we need. ”

John Large Technician, BCM Specials

“ I worked closely with Suncombe to develop and manufacture wash booths for several secondary pharmaceutical applications. Manufacturing workmanship has always been superb and occasional quality issues addressed quickly and efficiently. Management commitment and support is second to none. ”

Peter Slee-Smith Operations Director, Matcon (2001 to 2008)

“ It's definitely the most complex filtration, cleaning and sterilisation process I’ve worked on. Their technology knowledge was very impressive and their ability to build bespoke units was very impressive too. Also, I think just the friendliness of the team really helped; it was a nice group of guys to work with. ”

James Finn CEng MIChemE, Senior Process Engineer at Integrated Project Services Ltd

“Suncombe have been excellent. They’ve supported us with aftersales servicing and calibration needs... They’ve recently assisted us with a non-Suncombe skid, too, which has been a great help in extending the life of this asset. I always get a quick response to any requests for help. A very professional and courteous service.”

Graeme Forbes - Manufacturing Engineer - Thermo Fisher Scientific

Despite what some might say, it is possible to have fond memories of HAZOPs and if the Suncombe team are attending you know they will have excellent technical representation from their team which really makes everyone’s lives a little easier 😃.

Tony Smith - Animal Services Capability Leader at The Pirbright Institute (retired)

Our good friend “Google” helped me track down “Suncombe” and that got me in contact with the team. With the little information I had, they were able to track the original installation that had taken place in the UK back in the early 2000’s. From there they were able to trace all the paperwork and offer us it on as electronic documents which enabled us to get it to the engineers in Malaysia in double quick time. We were certainly having a bad day but Suncombe turned it into a very good day.

Tim Withers General Manager, First Grade International Limited