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AMS 2750 – Aerospace Pyrometric Requirements for OvensThis is a copy of the AMS 2750 document, which describes pyrometry standards for autoclaves and ovens.AutoclavesStandardsPDF, 357 KBDownload
ASC Products and NADCAP complianceThis document describes which ASC’s product are applicable to NADCAP and how those products meet the standards.CPC controls, AutoclavesManualsPDF, 399 KBDownload
ASC Safety Manual Rev. GASC Process Systems safety manual (document 31485).GeneralManualsPDF, 734 KBDownload
ASC SCR Control MethodologyThis document describes our control methodology for SCR’s.Power and MCCSupport filesPDF, 287 KBDownload
ASTM E 1129 – Specification for Thermocouple ConnectorsThis ASTM standards document shows the standard for thermocouple connectors and jacks.CPC controlsStandardsPDF, 175 KBPrivate document, password required
Autoclave ComparisonThis document shows a comparison between the fully-integrated Econoclave and kit-based autoclaves provided by European companies such as Scholz.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 42 KBDownload
BAC5621 – How to use the specificationThis is an ASC-authored document showing how BAC-5621 applies to ASC, our products, and our control systems.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 79 KBDownload
BAC5621 – Temperature Control of Processing EquipmentThe Boeing process specification for temperature control of processing equipment: equipment classes, instrumentation types, and survey requirements.Autoclaves, OvensStandardsPDF, 117 KBDownload
Cooling Coil Performance Service InformationThis document introduces the new Cooling Coil Performance Service being offered by ASC. It covers the benefits of adding this service to your new and existing support plans.Cooling systemsSupport filesPDF, 263 KBDownload
CPC – 3-Point CalibrationThis manual describes the new feature for 3-point calibration of vacuum transducers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 108 KBDownload
CPC – Accessing AuditsCPC logs information for a short period of time after anything has been changed. This is a description on how to access these audit trails.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesPDF, 651 KBDownload
CPC – Active Sensor selection for Trend ScreensThis topic sheet provides the configuration and setup of trend screens so that they can display Active Sensors.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 225 KBDownload
CPC – All Software UpdatesThis document shows all updates and bug-fixes implemented in CPC.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 1.4 MBDownload
CPC – Auto-disabling sensors at start of runThis manual describes how CPC can be setup to automatically disable specific part thermocouples at the beginning of the run in order to eliminate them from control decisions while still saving data for those thermocouples.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 94 KBDownload
CPC – Automatically Copying Back-up FilesThis procedure explains how CPC can automatically copy files from the CPCobjserver folder to the back-up PC CPCobjserver folder.CPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 47 KBDownload
CPC – Back-up OptionsThis document is an overview of CPC local and remote back-up options.CPC controlsSupport files, White papersPDF, 41 KBDownload
CPC – Building objects from ExcelThis manual describes how to have Microsoft Excel build objects within CPC. This is meant for control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 290 KBDownload
CPC – Calibration and Certification ManualThis manual shows how to calibrate a typical Econoclave with CPC control system.CPC controls, AutoclavesManualsPDF, 1.1 MBDownload
CPC – Change Remote Recipe LocationThis document is an overview on how to change the location where the recipes are stored and accessed.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesPDF, 82 KBDownload
CPC – COM Connect Excel ExampleExample Excel spreadsheet which uses VBA scripting to connect to CPCServer and display system values in the spreadsheet.CPC controlsSupport filesXLS, 49 KBDownload
CPC – Common Scripting Errors Rev. June 16, 2013This document describes some common scripting errors and provides correct forms of specific autoclave logic.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 71 KBDownload
CPC – Communication CapabilitiesThis document is an overview of CPC software communication capabilities.CPC controlsSupport files, White papersPDF, 47 KBDownload
CPC – Control Software Description – SpecificationThis document is a sample specification for those customers who want to specify features of CPC in their procurement packages.CPC controlsBrochures, SpecificationsPDF, 3.3 MBDownload
CPC – CPC Control Room ExampleThis document is an overview of multiple equipment with control computers located in a control room.CPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 338 KBDownload
CPC – Database Interaction Functionality Rev. 2.0This manual describes the DatabaseInteraction object and how CPC can interact with a customer’s database to transfer data, part information, and other real-time information.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 736 KBDownload
CPC – Email Notification SystemThis document is an overview of the CPC email notification system; CPC Exchange.CPC controlsSupport files, White papersPDF, 197 KBDownload
CPC – Excel ImplementationThis manual describes the Excel object in CPC and how CPC can be configured to create and update spreadsheets during a run. This document is targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 74 KBDownload
CPC – Exporting and Importing Data into ExcelCPC provides an export function in the Numeric Data View screen that automatically exports the currently selected dataset to disk in comma-delimited ASCII format. This format is readily imported into Excel. This document is an overview of how to use the export to file feature in CPC and import that data in Excel 2013.CPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 621 KBDownload
CPC – Fast-Tasking Discussions Rev. 6/23/13This topic sheet discusses the use of Fast Tasking in CPC. It provides examples of when to use fast tasking and how to configure CPC for fast tasking applications.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 113 KBDownload
CPC – Float ConfigurationsThis document describes the Float capabilities of CPC’s recipe. Temperature and Pressure Float are functions that instructs CPC to allow adiabatic pressurization and heating. The document is targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 134 KBDownload
CPC – Heater Staging ScriptThis topic sheet discusses the implementation of the custom Heater Staging Script. You should also download the accompanying zip file that includes OBF files for the actual script object and the configuration screen. Search for heater staging” in the knowledge engine.”CPC controlsManualsPDF, 127 KBDownload
CPC – Heater Staging Script ZIP filesThis ZIP file includes CPC.OBF object files for the Heater Staging Script and the Heater Staging Configuration screen. This is used with the Heater Staging topic sheet manual.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesZIP, 5 KBDownload
CPC – How to configure fast tasking vacuum controlThis topic sheet describes the mechanics of configuring CPC for Fast Tasking of On/Off vacuum control.CPC controls, Power and MCCManualsPDF, 342 KBDownload
CPC – How to configure in-process leak testsThis manual is used by controls engineers to configure CPC for in-process leak checks using the ChecksLeak class of object. This configuration will allow saving of custom leak-test reports to the datafile.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 144 KBDownload
CPC – How to Install CPC UpdatesThis document is an overview of how to uninstall and install new revisions of CPC softwareCPC controlsManuals, UpdatesPDF, 592 KBDownload
CPC – How to use the RegistryKey object Rev. 12/26/13This manual describes the RegistryKey object and how it can be used to view and change Windows Registry key values.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 100 KBDownload
CPC – Input BiasingThis manual discusses the BIAS object and how it can be used in CPC to bias input readings in order to bias control or account for error in readings.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 57 KBDownload
CPC – Install CPC Windows 10 – Dual PCThis manual shows the procedure to install CPC on a dual-PC configuration with Windows 10.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 3.3 MBDownload
CPC – Install CPC Windows 10 – Single PCThis manual shows the procedure to install CPC on a single-PC configuration with Windows 10.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 2.4 MBDownload
CPC – Installing on Win7, Dual PC Rev. 4/21/13This manual explains the procedure to install CPC on a dual-PC system with Windows 7 operating system.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 1.4 MBDownload
CPC – Installing on Win7, Single PC Rev. 4/21/13This manual shows the procedure to install CPC on a single-PC configuration with Windows 7.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 958 KBDownload
CPC – Integral Scrubbing ObjectThis manual describes the IntegralScrubbing object and how it can be used during air temperature uniformity surveys to correct overshoot errors.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 86 KBDownload
CPC – Intelligent Control SummaryThis is a summary document describing the research programs ASC has participated in regarding smart-processing of composites.CPC controlsWhite papersPDF, 86 KBDownload
CPC – Looping ModificationsThe document describes changes to the Recipe Looping parameter and how its used to perform thermal-cycling operations. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 65 KBDownload
CPC – Message Viewer Help DisplayThis document describes a new feature of CPC that allows custom help information to be associated with specific alarms.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 154 KBDownload
CPC – Modeling ManualThis manual shows how CPC can be configured to perform material modeling and advanced-control based on these derived material properties. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 56 KBDownload
CPC – Most recent updateThis document describes the most current CPC update and what has been changed.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 56 KBDownload
CPC – Multi-language support in CPC-FlextimeThis document describe changes to CPC for support of multiple languages. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 124 KBDownload
CPC – Multi-recipe Selection in Part DatabaseThis document describes a new feature of CPC that allows multiple recipes to be associated with s single part in the part database. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 79 KBDownload
CPC – Networking and CommunicationThis document is an overview of CPC networking and communication capabilities.CPC controlsSupport files, White papersPDF, 1.7 MBDownload
CPC – Object Editor Bookmarks & MultiselectThis document describes new features of the Object Editor that allow bookmarking, quick jumps, and editing of multiple objects at the same time. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 40 KBDownload
CPC – Object RecoveryThis topic sheet explains how to recover to a previous backup of CPC.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesPDF, 47 KBDownload
CPC – Operations ManualThis is the CPC software operations manual.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 2.8 MBDownload
CPC – Parsing to SQL DatabaseThis document shows how CPC can parse the run’s datafile into a customer’s SQL database.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 85 KBDownload
CPC – Part Database Recipe Name ExtensionThis document is an overview on how to extend the number of characters allowed in a recipe path on the parts table database editing screen.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesPDF, 754 KBDownload
CPC – Part Temperature ControlThis document explains part temperature control theory, algorithms, and functions in CPC. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 142 KBDownload
CPC – PDF Document ViewingThis document describes the new feature of CPC to view PDF documents on screens. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 72 KBDownload
CPC – PDF report writing Rev. Dec 24,2013This document describes the setup for CPC to write reports directly to PDF. The capability uses PDF995 application and provides many unique functions. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers. Revisions in 2013 include the ability to create separate PDF reports for each part in a run.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 59 KBDownload
CPC – PID Object DefinitionThis document describes the properties and parameters in CPC’s Output_PID object. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 67 KBDownload
CPC – Quality Card Manual Rev. C (Mar 20 2018)This is the manual for CPC’s Quality Card Data Analysis capabilities. This manual explains all aspects of the quality card system and provides examples of all forms of data analysis. Coincides with CPC version 2018.3.20CPC controlsManualsPDF, 2.1 MBDownload
CPC – Quality Database SystemThe document describes the new Quality Analysis Database system. This system is used with the Quality Analysis System to provide historic statistical data regarding exceptions on parts and runs.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 461 KBDownload
CPC – Recipe CRC CheckingThis document describes the CRC (Cyclical redundancy check) feature of CPC that checks and validates recipe contents prior to starting a run.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 46 KBDownload
CPC – Recipe CRC Checking – SetupThis document describes the setup for CRC Recipe Validation on CPC systems. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 311 KBDownload
CPC – Redundant PC SystemThis document is an overview of the CPC redundant PC system.CPC controlsSupport files, White papersPDF, 112 KBDownload
CPC – Remote Data Saving and ReportingThis is a document that describes the configuration of CPC for remote data archival and remote run database setup. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 124 KBDownload
CPC – Report generation and export featuresThis topic sheet explains the new report exporting features added on 4.3.7. This includes the ExportGeneratedReports option.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 186 KBDownload
CPC – Reporting Unit ConversionThis document is an overview on how to enable unit conversion on the reporting screen.CPC controlsManuals, Support filesPDF, 68 KBDownload
CPC – Security Log SetupThe document describes the configuration and setup for the Security system log database capability.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 85 KBDownload
CPC – Server PC OverviewThis document is an overview of a remote storage PC with configured to isolate the equipment and internal networksCPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 82 KBDownload
CPC – ServerBackup and PCA-PCB ConfigurationsThis document explains the proper setup for PCA-PCB operations on CPC. It goes into detail regarding Allen Bradley Logix programming, CPC object configuration, and CPC scripting. This document is meant as a guide to those who setup new CPC systems.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 113 KBDownload
CPC – Shape TransparencyThis document describes the new transparent shape icon used in CPC screen design. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 62 KBDownload
CPC – SNMP CommunicationsThis document describes the SNMP Object in CPC and how CPC can communicate to printers, UPS units, and any other device that supports SNMP. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 79 KBDownload
CPC – Soak Analysis in Quality CardsThis document describes how the Quality Analysis system can be configured to provide by-part analysis of soak times. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 51 KBDownload
CPC – Software Auditing with CPCThis document describes the feature of CPC that provides auditing of Object file changes, screen changes, and operator interventions. The document is primarily targeted at control engineers and programmers.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 16 KBDownload
CPC – SPC Database ManualThis document describes the statistical data collection and querying that is possible with CPC’s Run Database.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 127 KBDownload
CPC – Stamp Suppression and NamingThis document is an overview on enabling stamp suppression and changing the name of the stamp on quality reports.CPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 67 KBDownload
CPC – Standard Network ArchitectureTypical Ethernet based network that is provided with our CPC control systems.CPC controlsSupport filesPDF, 100 KBDownload
CPC – TCP Talker and ListenerThis topic sheet describes how to configure and use the TCPTalker and TCPListener objects and their ability to provide bi-directional communications between remote CPC systems and/or customer applications.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 483 KBDownload
CPC – Tool TrackingThis document describes tool tracking functionality in CPC. This capability is used to track usage and maintenance service of tooling in autoclaves and ovens.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 75 KBDownload
CPC – Using Aliases in Screen DesignThis document describes a new feature that allows screens to use aliased values. This allows one screen to show different sets of system values.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 30 KBDownload
CPC – Using External Functions in CPCThis document describes the ExternalFunction object and how CPC can interact with external programming DLLs.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 145 KBDownload
CPC – Using MemoPad in ScriptingThis manual shows the new MemoPad feature in scripting.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 329 KBDownload
CPC – Vault OperationsThis manual describes CPCVault and how it is configured and used. CPCVault is a method of sharing data between multiple CPC systems on a network.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 152 KBDownload
CPC Automated Shutdown Capabilities Rev. 3/19/13This topic sheet manual provides information on the new features which provide automatic PC and application shutdown capabilities.CPC controlsManualsPDF, 89 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.5.10Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.5.10 version. Changes include scripting improvements, OPCDevice changes, and miscellaneous improvements.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 247 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.5.16Describes changes made to CPC for Version 2015.5.16. These include some script-editor bug fixes and a new mult-comment function in the script editor. There is also a new Server object feature to save Object backups to PCB in dual-PC systems.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 479 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.10.28Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.10.28 version. Changes include a new trend screen feature that shows not only Value-vs-Time trending, but also Rate-vs-Time and Rate-vs-Value plots.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 138 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.11.17Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.11.17 version. Changes include part database and batch/part screen improvements.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 178 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.11.22Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.11.22 version.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 556 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.11.29Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.11.29 version. Changes include a new traceline feature for the trend screens.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 373 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.12.6Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.12.6 version. Multiple changes involving trending, databuyoff, and some bug fixes.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 393 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2015.12.13Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2015.12.13 version. Multiple changes are incorporated, including export, data analyze, recipe, opc tag, and other objects.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 119 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.2.4Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.2.4 version. Multiple changes are incorporated, including certification screen, certification reporting, recipe preview bug fix, and others.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 114 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.2.15Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.2.15 version. Multiple changes are incorporated, including scripting functions, input object, output objects, grid icon, and dbgrid icon changes.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 52 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.2.27Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.2.27 version. Multiple changes are incorporated including Trend View, Tracer Grid, Part Attachment, and CheckFields object changes and bug fixes.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 154 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.3.13Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.3.13 version. Multiple changes are incorporated including Reporting, Quality Card, Screen Grid, and others.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 998 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.3.21Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.3.21 version. The bargraph icon was enhanced to allow inverted scales.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 83 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2016.5.7Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2016.5.7 version. This change adds a property to PartTemplateManager called AttachmentEditorRows” which allows the attachment grid to be expanded for more sensors.”CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 73 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2017.2.24Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2017.2.24 version. This update changes the reporting on some of the integrity checks, including SensorCheck and DrawDown.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 231 KBDownload
CPC Update – Ver 2017.10.5Document that describes changes to CPC for the 2017.10.5 version. This updated includes Windows 10 compatability as well as a new feature for Quality Batch reports that prints PASS or FAIL on the first page.CPC controlsUpdatesPDF, 180 KBDownload
Econoclave – Door Operation InstructionsThis document focuses on Econoclave door operations, including safety warnings.AutoclavesManualsPDF, 86 KBDownload
Econoclave Davit Door Installation GuideThis document describes the general procedure for assembling an ASC davit (cantilevered) door.AutoclavesManualsPDF, 2.2 MBDownload
Econoclave Design FeaturesThis document shows the Econoclave integration features, something not provided on competitive autoclaves.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 2.4 MBDownload
Econoclave EC2x4This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Econoclave EC2x4.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 385 KBDownload
Econoclave EC3x5This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Econoclave EC3X5.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 85 KBDownload
Econoclave EC3x8This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Econoclave EC3X8.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 130 KBDownload
Econoclave EC5x10This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Econoclave EC5X10.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 111 KBDownload
Econoclave EC10x20This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Econoclave EC10X20.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 2.5 MBDownload
Econoclave Maintenance ManualThis is a manual describing typical maintenance activities on an Econoclave.AutoclavesManualsPDF, 4.0 MBDownload
InGear Allen-Bradley Driver 6.0 Redistribution Files Rev. 10/1/12This zip file contains the installation files for the Ingear driver for Allen Bradley PLC communications.CPC controlsUpdatesZIP, 2.2 MBDownload
International Voltage and Frequency StandardsGeneralSpecificationsPDF, 871 KBDownload
Mitsubishi FR F700 Drive ManualMitsubishi manual for the FR F700 series inverter drive used on ASC’s Econoclaves.AutoclavesManualsPDF, 16.1 MBDownload
Oven 5x5x5This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Oven 5x5x5.OvensBrochuresPDF, 115 KBDownload
Oven 5x5x10This is a cut-sheet brochure for the Oven 5x5x10.OvensBrochuresPDF, 115 KBDownload
Proactive Control of Curing CompositesThis document describes the results of an SBIR research contract on forward-looking control of composite curing. ASC partnered with GE and Bell Helicopter to develop an advanced proactive” control algorithm that would predict and correct future exothermic reactions in thick composites. “CPC controlsWhite papersPDF, 116 KBDownload
Resin Transfer Molding Process Monitoring and ControlThis document shows the result of a SBIR contract with UDRI and GE. The research looked into real-time control of RTM flow-front using conductivity sensors and CPC software.CPC controlsWhite papersPDF, 440 KBDownload
SCAQMD Rule 1147 and the Effect on Autoclaves and OvensSouth Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) published and amended rule 1147 in May 2022 which includes changes that will affect thousands of equipment operators in the district.AutoclavesWhite papersPDF, 104 KBDownload
Self-Directed Cure Control of Composite Material Field Level RepairsThis is the result of an US Air Force research contract where ASC partnered with Boeing and GE to develop a next-generation composite repair controller that utilized dielectric feedback to assure cure of field repairs.CPC controlsWhite papersPDF, 293 KBDownload
Self-Directed Process Control System For Epoxy Matrix CompositesThis white paper shows the results of an SBIR research contract relating to smart control of composites using dielectric feedback of resin state.CPC controlsWhite papersPDF, 84 KBDownload
Theory of Thermocouples by Marlin MfgThis is an excellent white paper on the theory of thermocouples. It also describes and corrects the common misconception that a thermoocouple’s voltage is created at the tip.Autoclaves, OvensWhite papersPDF, 171 KBDownload
Typical PM Service TasksThis document describes a partial list of preventative maintenance tasks that ASC performs during PM service.AutoclavesBrochuresPDF, 73 KBDownload
Visiting ASC InformationIf you are visiting ASC, here is some travel information you might find helpful.GeneralBrochuresPDF, 1.9 MBDownload

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