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2022 Industrial Automation Trends

Industrial automation describes a wide range of control systems, such as robots, PLCs, HMIs, Industrial computers, and information technologies, which are used to handle different machines and processes within the factory floor in an effort to reduce/eliminate human intervention. Industrial automation systems are classified based on their level of flexibility and integration into manufacturing operations […]

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Ethernet vs Modbus

Since its introduction, Ethernet technology continuously improved and it has matured to the point that the cost of deploying an Ethernet network solution is now quite affordable. Today, Ethernet is the communication standard for many systems, so it is no surprise that it’s now recognized as one of the standards for factory networking.  Conversely, Modbus communication is by far the oldest […]

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Top 10 PLC Processors of All Time

‘Top 10 PLC Processors’ is a somewhat hard topic to discuss, given how each model from each manufacturer can have different purposes application-wise. In this article, we’ll be looking at the top 10 PLC manufacturers and their most popular line(s) of programmable controllers. Programmable logic controllers, sometimes also called ‘industrial automation workhorses’ are the electronic […]

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Wired vs Wireless Networks for Industrial Applications

When designing any industrial system, the process of deciding on communication between the field devices and control is usually a meticulous one. It involves considering multiple factors on either side of the scale to determine the best possible communication option. Also, companies and organizations are doing everything possible to get more information out of the […]

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PLC vs Embedded System

A PLC is a large standalone control unit that is pre-packaged and typically rack-mounted in a control cabinet near the equipment or the process being controlled. On the other hand, an embedded system is designed as a single board and can be fully integrated into a product. For example, a smart TV consists of an […]

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PLC vs. Microcontroller

The onset of the third industrial revolution in the latter half of the 20th century set off a new wave of innovation on the global industrial stage. ‘Automation’ was the keyword that drove R&D during this period. A whole new fleet of controls technologies was developed that enabled the transition from primarily manual-based to automated industrial setups. At the forefront of this technological change were Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). These devices entered the market in the 1970s and were quickly adopted by industrialists across the board. In the present age, PLCs are ubiquitous in […]

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Raspberry Pi vs PLC

The topic ‘Raspberry Pi vs. PLC’ has been an all-time favorite of the DIY and industrial automation community. In this article, we’ll be discussing each one, what they can do, what each has to offer, and contrast them according to their capabilities to better understand which one we should select for a particular application. What […]

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How to Test PLC Analog Output

Overview of PLC Analog Outputs  A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a compact computer-based industrial control system that uses input/output(I/O) modules to control processes, machines, equipment, and other control modules. A PLC receives various types of electronic and electrical signals. It uses the received signals(input) and its programmed logic to monitor and control the outputs […]

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Common PLC CPU Failures

PLC’s CPU Functions Programmable Logic Controllers are digital electronic devices that are mainly used as industrial control systems. PLCs contain a programmable memory that stores a series of user-defined instructions. They function by continuously monitoring the state of input devices and executing the stored program logic so as control the state of connected output devices. […]

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The Chip Shortage in relation to Industrial Automation

Chips, often called microchips or semiconductors function as the brain of electronics. They are tiny technological marvels, that host billions of transistors within them. The transistors allow electrons to pass through them or otherwise. You will find microchips in nearly all electronic devices you own, from your smartphone to your laptop to your car. They […]

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