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Home » PLCs

Articles Tagged with ''PLCs''

Technology Sourcebook

HMI/PLC/motion control system

April 7, 2014

 Equipped with a 1GHz ARM Cortex A8 CPU with access to 1GB internal DDR3 RAM memory, the Beckhoff CP26xx multi-touch panel PC has TwinCAT automation software that makes the unit an all-in-one HMI, PLC and motion control system.  


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PLC control platform

April 7, 2014
Enabling the control of robots entirely through Rockwell Automation ControlLogix and CompactLogix programmable automation controllers, the Motoman MLX200 Robot Gateway PLC control platform provides a full-featured robot teaching and maintenance HMI for Allen Bradley PanelView.
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Manufacturing News

Talking outside the box: Are we connected yet?

The industrial "internet of things" is close at hand—or already here.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
March 8, 2014

 The recent ARC Industry Forum, held in Orlando FL, described an “industrial Internet of Things” (IoT) as being close at hand. In fact, many of the technologies are already here, but some still need work to provide the services and security industrial operations need.  


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Technology Sourcebook

PackML solution

January 10, 2014
Built for filling applications in the packaging industry, the Mitsubishi PackML solution combines a PLC, HMI, motion and robot programming products under 1 platform.
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Field Reports

Pasta and potatoes, presto!

New rotary continuous cooking and cooling system processes more than 3,000 lbs. of pasta and potatoes per hour.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
November 8, 2013

 

Wedges and slices presented challenges for traditional cooking and cooling methods.


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Technology Sourcebook

I/O modules

October 11, 2013

 B&R X20 modules with IP20 protection and X67 modules with IP67 protection function at temperatures from -25°C to 60°C; they can be stored at temperatures ranging from -40°C to 85°C.  


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Technology Sourcebook

Handheld service pad

September 10, 2013

 A handheld tablet device, the Haver service pad provides near-immediate equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance for facilities that use automated equipment to fill dry bulk, liquid and pasty materials.  


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Technology Sourcebook

PLCs plus HMI

August 8, 2013

Programmable logic controllers with onboard HMIs, Unitronics flat fascia Vision350 units are IP66/IP65/NEMA4X rated.


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Sustainability

Energy management: crunching the numbers

Reducing energy usage is an ongoing practice, requiring education and continuing efforts by everyone in the organization.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
May 13, 2013

There are many paths toward reducing energy and utility usage at plants—some are obvious, but some are not and require the help of consultants and suppliers.


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TECH FLASH

Selecting the best temperature measurement and control systems for your plant

PID, data acquisition and programmable logic controller systems all have benefits and drawbacks.
February 26, 2013

Depending on an operation’s needs, one or a combination of systems may be best.


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