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About this manual
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Revision history
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Date
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04/07/2022
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Object
Creation
Correction
Correction Loading Process
Setting parameter add-on
Adding EPHS type loading plan function. Review of
the depot interface, gantries. Addition of a graphic
section of deliveries.
Contact information
Electronic department
Avenue de Verdun CS 60129
Manufactory plant
Avenue de Verdun CS 60129
14700 Falaise - France
Tel: +33 (0)2 31 41 41 41
Fax: +33 (0)2 31 40 75 61
Head office & commercial department
Tel : + 33 (0)1 49 38 41 15
Email: info@satam.eu
Website
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Table of contents
1.
PRESENTATION OF EQUAVISION ................................................................................ 5
1.1
Characteristics and capacities ............................................................................................................ 5
1.2
Hardware architecture ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Hardware characteristics ................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.1
Recommended computer ............................................................................................................... 7
1.3.2
Recommended monitor .................................................................................................................. 7
2.
1.4
Software architecture ........................................................................................................................ 7
1.5
Orders, loadings, and transactions .................................................................................................... 9
OPERATOR FUNCTIONS AND INTERFACES ................................................................ 10
2.1 Configurations ..................................................................................................................................11
2.1.1
Loading bays configuration ........................................................................................................... 11
2.1.1.1
General configuration .......................................................................................................... 11
2.1.1.2
Loading arm configuration................................................................................................... 12
2.1.2
Pumps configurations.................................................................................................................... 13
2.2 Database ..........................................................................................................................................14
2.2.1
Storer database ............................................................................................................................. 14
2.2.2
Marketer database ........................................................................................................................ 15
2.2.3
Transporter database .................................................................................................................... 16
2.2.4
Drivers database............................................................................................................................ 17
2.2.5
Vehicles database.......................................................................................................................... 18
2.2.5.1
Trucks database ................................................................................................................... 18
2.2.5.2
Tank database ...................................................................................................................... 19
2.2.6
Receiver database ......................................................................................................................... 20
2.2.7
Loader database ............................................................................................................................ 21
2.2.8
Orders database ............................................................................................................................ 22
2.3
Loading plan .....................................................................................................................................23
2.4
View of the depot .............................................................................................................................24
2.5
Loading bay view ..............................................................................................................................25
2.6 Loading arm view .............................................................................................................................26
2.6.1
Settings .......................................................................................................................................... 27
2.6.1
Delivery charts............................................................................................................................... 28
3.
2.7
Reporting .........................................................................................................................................31
2.8
Users’ management..........................................................................................................................31
LOADING PROCESS .................................................................................................. 32
3.1
Order creation ..................................................................................................................................33
3.2
Loading operations ...........................................................................................................................36
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3.3
Order printing...................................................................................................................................37
3.4
Configuration of a logical input, base product, blending product and additive .................................40
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1. Presentation of Equavision
The Equavision is a loading bays management and load monitoring software designed to meet
the requirements of depots equipped with Equalis S calculators. The Equavision offers a secure and
controlled loading procedure. It also provides control and overview of the site, allowing operators to
access details of all loading arms, pumps, storage tanks, densitometers, vehicles, drivers, and products
delivered on the site. The Equavision can be supplied as a simple stand-alone station for small depots
or be configured at larger sites as a complete client / server system where multiple user PCs are
required. Equavision is an intuitive, easy-to-use application that can be configured for many different
scenarios.
1.1 Characteristics and capacities
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Online monitoring of the loading process
Order entry and management
Creates records of all transactions and loading events
Automatic or on-demand printing of order or delivery tickets
Compiles a complete log of the depot’s activity via a date-to-date reporting by arm, by product,
by customer, etc…
Runs with Microsoft Windows 10 and Mysql database
Continuous printing on 136 or 80 columns matrix printer (OPTION)
Interface with Petrostock/Petrogest, Navision possible compatibility (others on request)
(OPTION)
Densitometer management (Endress Hauser) (OPTION)
Management of product and additive pumps via TM251 + Module I/O TM3 Schneider
(OPTION)
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1.2 Hardware architecture
TCP/IP WAN (Internet)
Equavision server+client
Continuous printer
(OPTION)
Ticket printer A4
Additional client Equavision (OPTION)
WIFI Access point (OPTION)
RS-232
TCP/IP LAN
MB3170
converter
BJ Communication
Schneider
TM251
BJ Communication
BJ Communication
WIFI Client(OPTION)
Atex Zone
PUMP
module
BJ Communication
Standard loading bay
Densitometer
EH
Loading baywith RFID badge
Loading bay WIFI
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1.3 Hardware characteristics
1.3.1 Recommended computer
The number of clients (server-client system architecture) is limited according to the
specifications of the PC, with a basic mySQL installation, a maximum of 10 clients can be supported.
The computer must be equipped with two Ethernet network cards to isolate the "field" Ethernet
network from the "office" Ethernet network allowing access to the Internet. As remote access is
offered as standard, in the installation of the Equavision, it is recommended to equip the computer in
such a way as to ensure this network separation. A RAID configuration that mirrors the hard drive on
a separate device is a recommendation because it will provide the system with some robustness in the
event of drive failure.
1.3.2 Recommended monitor
The choice of monitor will be largely influenced by the number of loading bays to be displayed
and on how the system will be used (use of the loading plan). A single 24" wide screen is normally
sufficient. If the need for an additional screen is requested, it is important to check beforehand that
the computer provides the ability to drive an" extended desktop ".
1.4 Software architecture
The standard architecture consists of an operator workstation, consisting of a single PC using
Microsoft Windows 10, Word, Excel, a MySQL database and Equavision software. The Equavision
software is separated into two applications, one called Equavision server and the other Equavision
client. Equavision server is a software that runs in the background, its objective is to communicate with
the various "field" equipment of the depot and to store the result of the communication in a database.
The client Equavision is the only application useful for the operator.
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Equavision
Client
Equavision
Client
Equavision
Client
Equavision
Server
Equavision
Client
Equavision
Client
PLC
Workplace station
n°1
Workplace station
n°2
Modbus TCP
Ethernet/Serial
converter Modbus
Modbus RTU
Gantry
1
Gantry
2
Gantry
3
Gantry 4
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1.5 Orders, loadings, and transactions
The Equavision is based on the logging of data from Equalis located on the loading bays. A
loading bay can consist of one or more loading arms, with an Equalis monitoring product deliveries on
those arms. When a quantity of a product is dispensed from an arm on a loading bay, a record occurs
in the Equavision database. The data recorded are all those that Equalis records, the quantity, the
quality of the product, the identifier of the truck, the compartment, the driver, the customer, and the
name of the loading bay are the minimum information recorded. A truck can collect products for
several orders, for example if the truck must make a set of deliveries to different customers. An order
can also be considered as open making it possible to manage an authorization for a particular carrier
without a quantity limit.
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2. Operator functions and interfaces
The purpose of this chapter is to briefly describe the main functions and interfaces of
Equavision. The Equavision is made up of several views allowing you to:
1. Configure the physical installation of the depot (number of loading bays, pumps,
densitometers, storage tanks, etc.)
2. Configure the safety systems (earth monitoring system, anti-overflow probe, VRU, etc.)
3. Make the most of the “loading plan” functionality. To do this, it is necessary to complete the
databases with information internal to the depot. The essential databases are listed below:
 Storer database
 Marketer database
 Transporter database
 Driver database
 Vehicle database
 Receiver database
 Loader database
 Order database
4. Make the most of the database storage through configurable reporting.
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2.1 Configurations
2.1.1 Loading bays configuration
2.1.1.1 General configuration
The purpose of this menu is to configure the Equavision server so that it can communicate with
field equipment (one Modbus converter per loading bay, Modbus converters connected to
densitometers, pump PLC, etc.).
Fields
Name
Activate
Description
Name given to the loading bay, mandatory field.
If the arm is functional or not. The parameters linked to this arm are
grayed out if the box is unchecked.
Name
Text
Name given to the loading arm.
Type
Selection in The type of calculator of the loading arm.
the list
IP Address
Text
IP address of the Modbus converter.
Slave
Selection in Modbus slave number. This number must match the number of the
the list
Equals number.
Display
Selection in Represents the display coordinates of the Equalis icon in the depot view.
position (X, the list
For example, arm 2 can appear in the first position of the loading bay if
Y)
the coordinates are X = 1 and Y = 1.
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Type
Text
Check box
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2.1.1.2 Loading arm configuration
The purpose of this chapter is to configure the security systems of the loading bays. The
required security systems are the earth monitoring system, the vapor recovery unit, the anti-overflow
sensors and the air eliminator(s).
Fields
Earth
Type
Description
Selection in Number of the logical input wired to the Equalis (0 to 14). This
the list
parameter is used by Equavision for security system management and
truck detection on the loading bay view
Vapor
Selection in Number of the logical input wired to the Equalis (0 to 14). This
recovery unit the list
parameter is used by Equavision for security system management and
truck detection on the loading bay view. For an upstream loading bay,
the value « none » must be used.
AntiSelection in Number of the logical input wired to the Equalis (0 to 14). This
overflow
the list
parameter is used by Equavision for security system management and
truck detection on the loading bay view. For an upstream loading bay,
the value « none » must be used.
Air
Selection in Number of the logical input wired to the Equalis (0 to 14). This
eliminators 1 the list
parameter is used by Equavision for air eliminators state displays of
and 2
main meter and for secondary meter.
Orientation
Selection in Number of the logical input wired to the Equalis (0 to 14). This
the list
parameter is used by Equavision for the management of double-side
top loading gantry.
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2.1.2 Pumps configurations
The purpose of this chapter is to configure the Equavision server to establish communication
with the pump controller (base products and additives). This configuration allows you to create each
pump and associate one or more loading arms to each pump. The configuration is done in two steps:
1. Pump creation
 Name
 IP Address of pump controller
 Modbus command
 Type
  Add
 Association of the loading arms to each pump
 Selection in the right window of the loading arms associated with this pump
  Modify / Arm link
2. Check the update of the association, by the appearance in the "Arm link" column of a
character string indicating that the link is taken into account.
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2.2 Database
The purpose of this chapter is to describe the different tables that the Equavision user can
manipulate to complete his database according to the:
 Storer
 Marketer
 Transporter
 Driver
 Vehicle
 Receiver
 Loader
2.2.1 Storer database
Fields
Name
Number
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Text
Text
Description
Customer name
Free number that can link to another system
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2.2.2 Marketer database
Champs
Name
Address
Mail
Phone
Free number
Storer name
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Text
Text
Text
Text
Text
Text
Description
Marketer name
Marketer address
Marketer mail
Marketer Phone
Free number that can link to another system
Associated storer name
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2.2.3 Transporter database
Fields
Name
Address
Mail
Phone
Free number
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Text
Text
Text
Text
Text
Description
Transporter name
Transporter address
Transporter mail
Transporter phone number
Free number that can link to another system
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2.2.4 Drivers database
In the driver database, in addition to personal data (last name, first name, phone, email), an
authorization such as a validity date can also be recorded. This information can also be used to check
whether the driver wishing to make a delivery to the site still has internal depot authorization (internal
training, for example).
Fields
First name,
last name
Driving
license
validity
Identity card
Personal
number
Transporter
name
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Type
Text
Description
Driver name
Date
Expiration date. It can be uses for the driving license or for an internal
training validity date.
Text
Text
Identify card text or number
Free number that can be linked to another system
Selection in Each driver must be linked to a transport company
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2.2.5 Vehicles database
Like the driver database, all vehicles authorized to load on the site are stored in the database.
The truck-tank combination is configured as two inputs via the Equavision loading plan user interface.
Again, the stored information is used to provide automatic verification such as an expired date validity.
2.2.5.1 Trucks database
Fields
Truck plate
GVW
Personal
number
Transporter
name
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Type
Text
Numerical
Text
Description
Identification plate of truck
Gross vehicle weight
Free number that can be linked to another system
Selection in Each truck must be linked to a transport company
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2.2.5.2 Tank database
Fields
Tank
Validity date
Loading type
Net weight
GVW
Personal
number
Transporter
name
Tank n°i
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Type
Text
Date
Selection in
the list
Numerical
Numerical
Text
Description
Identification tank plate
End of validity date of the tank
Upstream or downstream loading
Net weight
Gross vehicle weight
Free number that can be linked to another system
Selection in Each tank must be linked to a transport company
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Numerical
Volume of the tank n°i
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2.2.6 Receiver database
fields
Name
Address
Mail
Phone
Personal
number
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Type
Text
Text
Text
Numerical
Text
Description
Receiver name
Receiver address
Receiver email
Receiver phone number
Free number that can be linked to another system
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2.2.7 Loader database
Fields
Name
Authorization
code
Personal
number
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Type
Text
Text
Text
Description
Loader name
Number that the loader must use to make a delivery. This number can
be either an RFID badge number or a free number.
Free number that can be linked to another system
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2.2.8 Orders database
Fields
Creation date
Order
Delivery note
Authorization
code
Customer
Transporter
Truck
Tank
Driver
Progress
Loading bay
Arm … Start
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Date and time
Alphanumeric
Alphanumeric
Numeric
Description
Date and time of the creation of the loading plan
Order number corresponding to the free field during creation
Order number corresponding to the free field during creation
Number used to invoke the order on Equalis.
Text
Fields corresponding to those entered when creating the plan
%
Numerical
Numerical
Progress rate of the entire order
Loading bay number on which the transaction took place
Numeric information relating to the transaction
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2.3 Loading plan
The Equavision offers the ability to enter and manage orders. Several types of orders are
currently supported from:
 open orders
 detailed orders by compartment, in the case of bottom loading, which include the
specifications of the vehicle (tank truck), the selection of a transporter, a storer, a
driver, etc ...
 Orders by quantities of products in the case of top loading which include vehicle
specifications (authorized weight), selection of a transporter, a storer, a driver, etc…
The triggering of loading of a vehicle can be linked to the presence of an order from a higher system
(CPDP for example) or internally to the depot. If Equavision is configured this way, all loading
operations can only be done if they are associated with an order. All orders and transactions are stored
and offer the possibility of being viewed later.
The loading process is activated either by :
 the operator on the loading gantry who invokes a delivery request by a numeric code
or the insertion of a badge. The Equavision matches the number and the associated
order and transmits the detail of the loading plan to Equalis. The operator can then
check the loading plan and initiate the delivery (s) depending on the compartment to
be loaded.
 The operator, in the control room, who assigns a loading plan manually to a gantry
when the truck is positioned.
Equalis is in charge of controlling the loading process on the loading bay itself by checking the
safety devices (such as the earthing system, the anti-overflow probe, arm orientation, or the vapor
recovery unit, etc.). This information is also transmitted to Equavision which offers a visual safety check
for each loading bay.
The exit ticket reports the overall results of the loading process and is therefore the last step
before the vehicle and its driver leave the depot. The exit ticket generally indicates information on the
contents of the tank such as the product (s) loaded with the quantities, the customer, the order
number, etc… The exit ticket can be designed in different ways to suit the needs of the customer. The
printing of the exit ticket can be automatic after the end of loading or on demand, for example when
the driver leaves the site.
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2.4 View of the depot
The view of the depot gives a summary view of all loading bays, including the main parameters
(loading plan in progress on each bay, state of loading arms, totalizers, etc.).
Fields
Plan
information
Type
Text
Loading bay Text
name
Arm name – Text
Preset
Equalis
Picture
Gv
Numerical
Cv
Numerical
Temperature
Mass
Numerical
Numerical
Flow rate
Numerical
Totalizer
Numerical
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Description
When the operator on the loading bay reserves a loading plan, this
frame is updated with the fields corresponding to the information
entered during the creation of the plan. This frame is empty when the
operator releases the plan or when the plan is closed.
Link to open the loading bay view
Name given to the loading arm on the loading bay configuration.
Quantity programmed of the last delivery.
Link to open the loading arm view. The color of Equalis depends on its
condition:
 Blue : idle, Modbus communication OK
 Green : fuelling
 Red : Error (process or internal)
 Orange : suspended
 Grey : Configuration in progress
Gross volume of the last delivery or delivery in progress if Equalis is in
delivery state
Corrected volume of the last delivery or delivery in progress if Equalis
is in delivery state
Real time temperature
Mass of the last delivery or delivery in progress if Equalis is in delivery
state
Flow rate for the last delivery or delivery in progress if Equalis is in
delivery
Gross totalizer in real time
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Badge
number
N°
SQL
%
Numerical
Badge number inserted in the internal RFID reader (0 if no badge)
Numerical
Numerical
Bar graph
Numéro de la dernière transaction (numérotation interne Equalis)
Number of the last transaction (Equalis internal numbering)
Percentage of finalization of the last delivery or of the delivery in
progress if Equalis is in delivery.
2.5 Loading bay view
The loading bay view provides additional information about the actions taking place on the
selected loading bay. The display is based on the configuration of the vehicle currently in the bay and
on the configuration of the arm.
Fields
Plan
information
Type
Text
Order
Text
Securities
Picture
Side
orientation
Events
Truck-tank
Picture
Metering
unit
Cases
Picture
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Picture
Picture
Description
When the operator on the loading bay reserves a loading plan, this
frame is updated with the fields corresponding to the information
entered during the creation of the plan. This frame is empty when the
operator releases the plan or when the plan is closed.
Details of the operations to be carried out compartment by
compartment
Display of securities, if the securities are not connected, the
corresponding images will be grayed out.
In the case of a top loading gantry the image of the arm indicates the
current loading side (above means left, below means right)
History of loading bay events
Each compartment is sized according to the configuration of the tank.
The content of each compartment is updated in real time, using a
configurable product colour.
Each element of the measuring unit whose status is available is
displayed with a different colour depending on the operating status.
Viewing the status of the Equalis logical inputs and relays
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2.6 Loading arm view
The loading arm view provides additional information on the current delivery (instantaneous
volume, flow rate, temperature, additive volume, etc.). Acknowledgment of process errors is also done
from this view. This view also offers the visualization of all the parameters of the arm (metrological
parameters or not), as well as the possibility of modifying the parameters of the basic products, of the
blending products as well as the logical inputs. In an emergency case, a delivery in progress can be
stopped or suspended from this screen. To get this view, the operator must click on the image of the
Equalis in the depot view.
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2.6.1 Settings
Two tabs are available to the user, grouping together all the parameters of Equalis. In addition
to the parameters concerning the logical inputs, the base products, the blending products and the
additives which have dedicated tabs, all the metrological parameters or not (valves, delivery limits,
operating mode, etc.) are now available for reading. The "Metrology" tab displays all the metrological
parameters of the calculator without giving the user the possibility to modify them.
Only non-metrological parameters can be modified and sent to Equalis. The "Send param to
Equalis" button is only functional when the Equalis is in the idle state, otherwise the button is not
active.
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2.6.1 Delivery charts
A tab is available to the user allowing him to view the orders and the real-time values of the
delivery. This section offers the user the possibility to view for each delivery:
1. Control valves
o Counter 1 and counter 2 volume
o Meter 1 and meter 2 flow
o Counter 1 and counter 2 valve control
This graph shows the commands applied by the Equalis to the valves as well as the effect on the flow
rates and volumes delivered. This graph makes it possible to visualize the correct operation of the
valves and if adjustment or maintenance is necessary.
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1.
Logical inputs
 Counter 1 and Counter 2 volumes
 Counter and counter 2 flow rates
 Logical inputs dedicated to loading process (Earth system, URV, overfill sensors, orientation, arm
lowering sensor, etc…)
This chart allows to know the state of all the logical inputs and to visualize their impacts on the loading
process.
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2.
Blending rate
 Counter 1 and Counter 2 volumes
 Counter 1 and counter 2 flow rates
 The blending rate during delivery (only for blending arm configuration)
This chart shows the blending rate during loading.
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3. Additives control
For each additive (maxi 3 per delivery)
 Additive rate during delivery
 Rinsing arm information
 The request to start the corresponding pump
2.7 Reporting
In addition to the exit ticket, Equavision can produce a full set of reports. To customize the
reports available to suit your business needs contact your local SATAM representative.
2.8 Users’ management
The Equavision has a very flexible security system that includes providing controlled access
with password management. Each level of access allows strict control over each feature. Access rights
can be limited for an operator, supervisor and full for an administrator.
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3. Loading process
depots.
The Equavision is flexible and attempts to cover many different practices encountered on
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Via identification on gantry: One of the most common practices is entering the order
number at the loading bay and waiting for authorization from a supervision system. The
Equalis interface is perfectly suited to this loading process. Without any other additional
identification device to install on a loading dock, Equalis provides the user with the
possibility of invoking an order number either by keyboard entry or by inserting an RFID
badge. This number is then transmitted by Modbus to Equavision which will send back all
the information necessary to the operator to carry out all the operations.
Via manual assignment of a plan to a gantry: Another practice consists in assigning a
loading plan to a loading gantry by a depot operator. The driver reports to the depot
manager, who manually prepares the loading plan and orally tells him the number of the
gantry on which the loading must take place. The depot operator then uses the depot view
to assign a plan to an island, making the loading arms linked to this plan.
As soon as the driver directs a loading arm, the Equavision will send the quantities
provided for in the order in which the plan was drawn up. Each time the driver stows the
arm and unfolds it, the Equavision will offer him the next product with the associated or
remaining quantity.
Via continuous observation of the gantry: Another frequently used practice is to let
operators perform their loading operations independently by requiring them to enter
identifying information before each delivery and to let Equavision collect those deliveries.
In this mode of operation, no loading plan is necessary, and no control is ensured to avoid
loading errors. Sorting deliveries is then more complicated for Equavision users.
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3.1 Order creation
When the loading process requires an order before any loading can take place, it is necessary
to have a valid order in the database, so it is imperative that all databases (customer, transporter,
tractor, tank and driver) are complete. To create a plan, go to the "Loading plan" menu:
=>
The first step is to fill in the fields of the frame (1). Order and BL are free fields, the other fields are to
be chosen from the lists previously filled out.
Fields
Type
Description
Order
Text
Free field allowing the operator to create a link with another system
BL
Text
Free field allowing the operator to create a link with another system
Storer
Selection in The storer of the product.
the list
Marketer
Selection in The marketer of the product.
the list
Transporter Selection in The name of the company operating as a transporter. This field defines
the list
the authorized drivers and vehicles that can be chosen.
Truck
Selection in The identifier of the truck used to remove the control. If no truck is
the list
selected and a transporter has been chosen, then all trucks in the list are
those belonging to the transporter.
Tank
Selection in The identifier of the tank used to collect the order. If no tank is selected
the list
and a carrier has been chosen, then all tanks in the list are those owned
by the transporter.
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Driver
Selection in The driver called to make the order. If no driver is selected and a
the list
transporter has been chosen, then all drivers in the list are those
belonging to the carrier.
Nb: The + button allows you to add an element if it is not present in the corresponding list. It returns you to the Database Administration tab
of the "loading plan" view.
Tank nbr – Compartment volume
Planned volume
Product name
Previously delivered volume
Receiver
For each compartment, the name of the product and the quantity must be specified. In the
case of an open order, a tank with only one compartment (volume > 900000L) can be used. In the case
of top loading, it is the quantity of the total product that must be entered.
The second step is to fill the compartments that will be loaded for the order, with a certain quantity
and a product identified by its name (2). The planned volume should always be less than the
compartment volume.
fields
Compartment nbrCompartment
Volume
Planned volume
Product name
Previously
delivered volume
Receiver
Type
Text
Description
Fields from the tank configuration
Text
Selecti
on in
the list
Selecti
on in
the list
Selecti
on in
the list
Quantity programmed by the operator
Name of the product to deliver. This name comes from the
Equavision database.
Quantity of product already delivered during the previous
transaction. The amount is managed by EQUAVISION.
Receiver of the product in the compartment, the receiver’s name
comes from the receiver database.
The third and final step is to provide the operator with an authorization code to start loading
operations. There are two possibilities for this:
 Either Equalis is equipped with an integrated RFID badge reader, in this case you must enter
the badge number in the "Authorization code" field then click on "Add plan"
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=>
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Either the Equalis is not equipped with an RFID badge reader and in this case, it is necessary
to click directly on "Add plan" and a random number will be generated by the Equavision.
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3.2 Loading operations
Once validated, the plan is available on the loading bay and the operator can begin loading
operations. The principle is to follow the following process:
1. Invoke the code on the Equalis by one of the following two methods:

Pressing the () key when the Equalis is in idle state, followed by entering the code,

The insertion of a RFID badge, associated with the order, when Equalis is in idle state
2. Sending by supervision of all the details of the order, by the Modbus network and display on
the screen of Equalis
When supervision sends a detailed display of a loading plan, Equalis presents the operator with
two distinct types of screens. The first consists of a summary of the information related to the order
(code, order number, customer, transporter, driver, truck and tank plates, the number of
compartments to be filled) as well as the status of this order. The following screens consist of
presenting in detail the quantity to be loaded, the quantity already loaded as well as the name of the
product for 4 consecutive compartments. To switch from the first screen to another, the operator must
use the following key on the Equalis :
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Delivery code : 8176
Order 123456789
Clustomer : TOTAL
Transporter : Lorcy
Driver
: Dupont Jacques
Truck plate : AB-123-CD
Tank plate : EF-456-GH
Tank Nbr
:8
State
: Available
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Tk | Product
|
Qty./Preset
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------1 | FOD
|
0/
2000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------2 | GO
|
0/
4000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------3 | GO
|
0/
1000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------4 | S P__9 5
|
0/
5000L
M1
C1
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C1
tk | Product
|
Qty./Preset
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------5 | E__5
|
0/
3000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------6 | E__1 0
|
0/
5000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------7 | GO
|
0/
7000L
---- |--------------------|----------------------------------8 | E__8 5
|
0/
2000L
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The operator can then either:
 Consult the order by displaying all the screens detailing it

Reserve the order to carry it out. In this case, Equavision associates this loading plan with the
loading bay that made the reservation request and prohibits any reservation request from
another loading bay

Release the order, if it is not complete and be completed on another loading bay or later
This feature is available on all Equalis, it is not necessary for Equalis to be equipped with a
badge reader for the operator to be able to consult an order, only the idle state of Equalis is required.
The operator cannot view an order if Equalis is being delivered or configured.
Once all the compartments have been loaded, the loading plan is automatically closed by
Equavision, and it becomes impossible for another user to use it to initiate a load. It can only be viewed
on the loading bays.
3.3 Order printing
Once the plan has been completed (and depending on the configuration of the Equavision), a
delivery ticket will be printed automatically, on the default printer of the server PC, or manually.
Manual printing is done from the "Loading plan" view, "Consultation Plan" tab
 Select an order from the left table (1).
 The associated deliveries appear in the table on the right (2).
 Click on one of the print order buttons (3).
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The exit ticket, by default, is of the form shown below. To customize the reports available to
suit your business needs contact your local SATAM representative.
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The exit ticket can also be in the following form:
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3.4 Configuration of a logical input, base product, blending product and additive
Before configuring a logical input or a base product, it is important to synchronize the database
with the Equalis. Since the configuration can be done either through Equalis or through Equavision, it
is recommended to synchronize the products and logical inputs configurations by a manual update. To
do this, go to the "Product update" and "Input update" menu of the Equavision Client, then simply
choose the loading bay and loading arm before validating.
→
Once the recovery has been performed, it is possible to consult the characteristics requested
by using the depot view, then by opening the view of the concerned arm. The characteristics are then
arranged by tabs “Inputs”, “Products”, “Additives” or “Blending”.
The principle of modification will be the same on each tab. A group of modifiable parameters for
each logical inputs, base products, additives, blending products will be presented, either:
 15 logical inputs groups
 32 base products groups
 10 additives groups
 32 blending products groups
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Logical inputs group
Base product group
Additive group
Blending products group
the principle is the same regardless of the parameter to be modified:
1. Parameter reading
2. Parameter modification
3. Sending the parameter to Equalis
4. Awaiting confirmation
Product modification failes
Successful product modification
If the modification did not work, Modbus communication with the Equalis must not be active,
it is then possible to check the state of the communication by consulting the depot view. If Equalis is
blue, this means that it is responding to Modbus requests and that it is idle, if it is red, a problem needs
to be analysed by opening the view of the arm.
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4. Equavision in the world
Equavision is depot management software used around the world. Each installation is subject
to customization to adapt to the processes and habits of each customer. For a specific need, a
particular customization, or an evolution request according to the needs of your company contact your
local SATAM representative. The map below shows the number of Equavision currently in service in
2021.
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