CODESYS and Intel demonstrate how edge AI accelerates PLC programming and enables software-defined automation in manufacturing.

The programmable logic controller (PLC) is a microprocessor-based system that accepts input data from switches and sensors, processes that data by making decisions in accordance with a stored program, ...

In part one of this series, we looked at the PLC’s internal architecture, briefly discussed Ladder Logic programming, Human-Machine Interfaces, advantages of the PLC’s ability to react consistently ...

PLCs (programmable logic controllers) are the control hubs for a wide variety of automated systems and processes. They contain multiple inputs and outputs that use transistors and other circuitry to ...

Programming cobots through Siemens PLCs with Universal Robots’ integration of SCRI. Universal Robots (UR), a supplier of collaborative robots (cobots), has now integrated the Standard Robot Command ...

With Open Core Engineering, KAT engineers can now perform full programming control in the LabView environment without having to create PLC code in a separate program. Source: Bosch Rexroth. Kraus ...

Unlike the standalone soft PLC, the virtual one is designed for large-scale deployments, managing fleets of dozens or hundreds of PLCs. For years, manufacturers have struggled with the costs and ...

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. One of the key parts of automation is observing variation, and a process’ ability to control it. Reducing variation ...

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 ...

In most industrial plants, it's not uncommon to have programmable logic controllers (PLCs) from different suppliers, often on the same production line. Each PLC may come with a different communication ...