Benchwork 1 Do-More Practice PLC Programming

Benchwork 1 Do-More Practice PLC Programming

Benchwork 1 is a great way to practice PLC programming. We will use the Do-More Designer simulator to program this scene from the Machine Simulator Software suite. This suite was previously called EasyPLC but has since changed its name to describe this industry-leading learning software better. The Machine Simulator suite comprises several machines that can … Read more

Installing Guest Additions for Oracle VirtualBox

Installing Guest Additions for Oracle VirtualBox

We will now install Guest Additions on our Windows 11 VirtualBox. Oracle VirtualBox is a widely used software that provides a virtual environment for operating multiple operating systems on a single computer. It enables users to create virtual machines and install various operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS. One of the most beneficial features … Read more

Innovative Solution for Mixing Ink and Bottling

Innovative Solution for Mixing Ink and Bottling

We will now look at ink mixing and bottling PLC programming. EasyPLC software suite has a feature called Machine Simulator (MS) that comprises several machines that can be programmed, or you can design your own. One such machine is the ink mixer, which is used to mix different inks using the red, green, and blue … Read more

What is a PLC? (Programmable Logic Controller)

What is a PLC? (Programmable Logic Controller)

The most commonly asked question is, “What is a PLC?”. A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a computer used to control industrial processes and machinery. It is designed to receive input signals from various sensors, process the information, and then send output signals to handle multiple machines and processes in real time. PLCs are widely … Read more

Creating Virtual PLC Programming Environment

Creating Virtual PLC Programming Environment

Have you ever been in a situation where you were programming a PLC, and your computer suddenly displayed a blue screen of death? Virtual environments can help you. This issue is becoming more relevant as PCs are now part of industrial control. This means that when your computer crashes, it can cause a machine to … Read more

Robot Packing PLC Program Development

Robot Packing PLC Program Development

The Machine Simulator (MS) is a valuable component of the EasyPLC software suite. It offers a range of built-in machines, including the robot packing machine, which effectively demonstrates various programming techniques. We will use the Click PLC programming software to showcase a sequencer application for this example. In this scenario, the robot is tasked with … Read more