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ECON Tech

Paseo Sinfonia, Calle Madera
San Andrés Cholula, Puebla  72830
Mexico
Phone: 222-478-8282

Signature Projects

- Automated Billet Geometry Inspection System | Tultitlán Plant

Design and implementation of a machine vision–based system for automatic rhomboidity measurement of steel billets in a continuous casting line. The solution performs real-time image acquisition and geometric analysis to quantify billet rhomboidity and verify compliance with dimensional specifications. The system reduces dependence on manual inspection, improves measurement repeatability, and provides digital records for quality monitoring and process optimization through integration with plant automation systems.

We use the Opto 22 as an interface between the Vision system, the main PLC and the central Ignition server. This PLC also works as a standalone solution with Ignition Edge.

- Online Billet Rhomboidity Monitoring System | Sahagún Plant

Deployment of an online vision inspection solution for continuous rhomboidity monitoring of billets at the caster output. Using industrial cameras and image processing algorithms, the system calculates rhomboidity values under harsh industrial conditions and enables comparison with manual measurements for validation purposes. The project enhanced early detection of geometric deviations, increased measurement reliability, and supported data-driven decision-making in the steel production process.

We use the opto 22 as an interface between the Vision system, the actual PLC and the central Ignition server. This PLC also works as a standalone solution with Ignition Edge.

Solutions

  • Machine vision–based billet geometry inspection
  • Real-time rhomboidity measurement and analysis
  • Online quality monitoring and dimensional validation
  • Automated data acquisition and historical data logging
  • Integration with industrial control and plant data systems
  • Support for process optimization and quality traceability

Partner Overview

ECON Tech is a multidisciplinary engineering firm specialized in industrial automation, process control, and digital transformation.

With more than 25 years of experience, the company delivers turnkey engineering solutions that integrate control systems, electrical design, information technology (IT), and operational technology (OT) into cohesive, future-ready architectures.

Our Smart Factory 4.0 Division focuses on the convergence of automation, data analytics, and manufacturing intelligence, providing clients with systems that are reliable, scalable, and fully compliant with international standards.

We operate across Mexico, and Latin America, supporting clients in the food, feed, energy, mining, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors.

Core Competencies
  • Process Control Systems (PCS): Design, configuration, and validation of modular control systems based on ISA-88 and ISA-106, covering all stages from functional design to testing and commissioning.
  • SCADA and HMI Development: Implementation of standardized SCADA architectures (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens WinCC, Ignition), ensuring alignment with ISA-101 visualization principles.
  • PLC Programming and Standardization: Development of reusable libraries and templates in compliance with IEC 61131-3; experience with Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider platforms.
  • MES and ERP Integration: Design and implementation of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) interfaces and integration with ERP platforms such as M3 and SAP, according to ISA-95 standards.
  • Data and Historian Systems: Configuration of plant-wide historians, performance monitoring, and OEE systems using SQL, FactoryTalk Historian, Sepasoft, and Ignition.
  • Cybersecurity and OT Network Design: Design of secure, segmented architectures (Levels N1–N3) with redundancy and data integrity, following ISA/IEC 62443 guidelines.
  • Digitalization and Industry 4.0 Solutions: Development of IoT-enabled systems for production intelligence, predictive maintenance, and energy optimization.
  • Project Management and Execution: All projects follow the PM² methodology, ensuring governance, quality control, and stakeholder alignment through defined phase gates.

Applications Experience

  • Control Systems Engineering
  • Data Acquisition
  • Industrial Automation
  • M2M/IIoT
  • Remote Monitoring

Industries

  • Cement
  • Chemical
  • Electronics Manufacturing
  • Energy Management
  • Energy/Power Distribution
  • Food & Beverage
  • Instrumentation
  • Machine Tools
  • Metals
  • Oil and Gas
  • Other Discrete Manufacturing Markets
  • Other Process Control Markets
  • Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology
  • Pulp/Paper
  • Robotics
  • SCADA
  • Water/Wastewater

Opto Certifications

  • IoT Certified

Product Experience - Hardware

  • groov EPIC
  • groov RIO

Product Experience - Software

  • CODESYS
  • Ignition/Ignition Edge