speich controller SYSTEMs

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DCS System Features

The Distributed Control System (DCS) is designed for the management of SPEICH windscreen wiper motors and window auxiliary devices. It consists of a microcontroller network, integrated the on board of each motor, in communication via CAN bus. For pantograph/pendulum wipers DCS system have the following features:

•  Perfect synchronization of the wipers in all operating conditions, both in continuous and intermittent operation mode. Synchronization occurs even if the wipers are different in dimensions and wiping angles.

•  The management of the wipers in groups that can have different working modes, each other independent.

•  Simplified wiring due to a reduced number of wires, standard connectors and items connected one to the other in series (like links in a chain).

•  Great flexibility in varying the composition of the groups, modifying the park position side and adding items to the system (control panels, wiper motors and auxiliary devices) even after installation.

•  Management of auxiliary devices (electrovalves for water/air, remote switches for window and arm heaters) through the DCS.AUX4 control unit, which is a relay box with CAN bus communication.

OPERATION MODES

•   Operation with panel:

• CAN bus commands can be generated from a control panel, with a standard keypad from us proposed, from a gateway connected with switches installed by the customer on the console or directly from the integrated bridge system.
• Speich offers two Softouch panel types with standard graphic and customizable number of groups:

1. DCS.ST panel: allows to operate up to 5 groups from 1 up to 8 wipers
2. DCS.ST.CS panel: allows to operate up to 12 groups from 1 up to 8 wipers.

• In addition to the wipers it is possible to drive up to 4 auxiliary devices for each group, in particular:
• the electrovalves for window washer equipment

1. the compressed air electrovalves for purging water pipes
2. the heated glasses remote switches
3. the wipers anti-icing heater

•  Operation with gateway:

• When the customer wants to create a control panel with their own switches and lights, this control panel can be connected to a gateway (code DCS.GW) able to communicate with the CAN bus network. With this device you can operate:

1. up to 5 groups from 1 up to 8 wipers
2. up to 4 auxiliary for each group.

•  Direct operation:

• The DCS control system can be interfaced with the integrated bridge system via a dedicated CAN bus port. In this case SPEICH provides the protocol for the development of the necessary software. A general recommendation is to use also a backup standard panel for testing or emergency purposes.

• The UCP system can be customized to satisfy the installation needs of complex situations such as on cruise and military ships. The features of these systems are:

• Supply voltages: 24V DC and 110 – 220V AC
• Ability to operate up to 10 wipers and 4 auxiliaries
• Actuation of the wipers in single speed continuous mode and variable intervals with delays from 5 seconds up to 14 seconds
• Overload protection of each wiper motor by means of an automatic circuit breaker located in the electric box.
• Control panels with illuminated push button switches and dimmer connected to one or more control boxes. These panels can be fully custom made so to reproduce the layout of the bridge to facilitate identification of the wipers to be driven.

Marine & Construction Supplies, LLC is proud to be a STOCKING DISTRIBUTOR for Speich. 

We have a wide variety of marine windshield wiper parts available to ship to you immediately.

Speich’s product lines:

• Naval / Commercial Vessel lines: Professional marine windshield wiper systems for heavy-duty applications and extreme operating conditions

• SuperYacht line: professional marine windshield wiper systems designed to meet the needs of luxury boats

• Nautical line: marine windshield wiper systems designed for small to medium sized boats that can be easily customized by the installer for typical applications in the pleasure boat industry

Speich, in their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, offers the following services:

DESIGN

• Design of windscreen wiper systems, from specifications and 2D or 3D drawings supplied by the customer

• Design of control systems for windshield wipers, heated windows and window washing systems, following the provided specifications

MANUFACTURING

• Internally made manufacture of most of system components

TESTING

• Testing of electrical and mechanical parts for each product before shipment

SUPPORT

• Long term spare parts service

• Products life time assistance

Company History:

The SPEICH company started in Genoa in 1938, using their expertise in the field of optical processing to patent and produce the first clear view screen system. Speich focused on producing clear view screens until 1959, following the request of one of the most ancient Italian shipyards, when Speich designed the first wiper specifically made for the marine environment. Speich’s strict standards for reliability and durability, along with their flexibility in production allowed the business to grow, expanding their market to international customers. Since 1995, in addition to the windshield wiper production for commercial use, Speich developed the “SPEICH Nautic” line for small and medium pleasure boats, which can be easily customized while installing. In the same year the company began to provide wiper systems for railway applications. Since 2003, the company operates with a quality system according to the ISO 9001:2008 rule. In 2010, the company designed and developed an innovative wiper control system, called DCS, based on the CAN bus communication between each wiper involved in a set of wiper systems. Today SPEICH exports 70% of its production to 25 countries, and is the official supplier to NATO and other navies.

STOCKING DISTRIBUTOR: all stock items ship within 1-2 business days from receipt of order and payment. Items not in stock ship within 5-7 business days from receipt of order and payment.