THE use of function blocks for programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is gaining wider acceptance. Rather than the classic “contact and coil” representation of ladder diagram or relay ...

Old habits die hard. But change is inevitable. And in this case, if proponents are right, change is on the way in the form of an open PLC programming standard known as IEC 61131-3. Promulgated by the ...

At the core of the Arduino PLC Starter Kit lies the Arduino Opta mini PLC, a state-of-the-art microcontroller that serves as the brain of your automation projects. This powerful device boasts seamless ...

How to train young engineers in industrial automation is a thorny issue. Most factories have big things that can do a lot of damage and cost tons of money if the newbie causes a crash. Solution: ...

A three-day training program for automation technology and IEC 61131 programming—available for free from WAGO—will occur on five separate dates in 2016: March 8-10, May 3-5, August 2-4, September ...

Are you looking for an easy touchscreen for your PLC? These HMI panels support many brands, connect in different ways, and are quick to set up.

For many years in the industrial automation sector, end-user petitions for openness and flexibility had been at odds with what suppliers were willing to offer. Especially in the case of digital ...

Basic Programming for PLCs provides an overview of the basic principles, structure, and instructions of PLC programming. Most PLC programs use instructions written in ladder logic, which is a ...

Zekelman Industries’ PLC equipment donation is turning Arkansas Northeastern College into a hands-on automation training hub, ...

Southern California Edison (SCE) has been remote controlling and automating substations since the late 1940s using a combination of single point-to-point supervisory control and single ...