Events like this happen in many facilities that employ PLC systems in control schemes. Untold millions of dollars are lost when PLC-based control systems are upset by voltage sag events. However, with ...

What is cloud-based PLC technology? In simple terms, it involves moving traditional PLC control functions to a cloud platform. This might sound somewhat "fantastical," but in reality, it addresses the ...

PLC-based control systems began to function like a mini-DCS. At the same time, the DCS hybridized to incorporate PLCs and PCs to control certain functions and to provide reporting services. The DCS ...

Motion control (e.g., automation and robotics) can have many inputs and outputs, requiring extra PLC control modules or outside electronics.

The PSS 4000 automation system from Pilz now includes PLC controllers with IP67 protection for safe cabinet-free automation.

Allen-Bradley PLC control systems, a Rockwell Automation brand, stands as the gold standard in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), commanding over 40% of the North American market.

The motor controls plug right into the PLC, so there’s faster communication between motor and PLC.” If you’re thinking about adapting PCs to control packaging operations, proceed with caution.

PLC control software has no utility unless it can be used over a network. Serial to Ethernet Connector is a specialized application designed for remote access to RS232/485/422 interfaces.

The original control systems for these units consisted of a mix of legacy GE MKIIs, MKIV, and third-party Modicon-based programmable logic controller (PLC) control systems.