A Supervising and Controlling System for Batch Dyeing Process Based on Multi-agent

Aiming at the diversities and decentralization of dyeing equipments in batch dyeing enterprises, a new type of supervising and controlling (S&C) system for batch dyeing process based on multi-agent is introduced in this paper to achieve the acquisition of machine status data and downloading of process parameters. Dyeing machines are interconnected through Field bus or industrial Ethernet to form the control network under the framework of hierarchy structure. The multi-agent technology is used to integrate the heterogeneous control networks to implement function integration. The model and framework of multi-agents on different layers are discussed. This multi-agent-based system can be integrated with different ERP systems, process management systems and dyeing control systems. Therefore it can help a dyeing enterprise to achieve the integrated management and control function, thus realize the purpose of quick response production.