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The EasyPLC Software Suite is a comprehensive package with PLC, HMI, and Machine Simulator software. It features a Machine Simulator (MS) that allows virtual communication with many programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a 3D world with real-time graphics and physical properties. Our PLC programming example will follow the five steps to PLC program development. We … Read more
Integrating automation and robotics has revolutionized modern industrial processes, particularly material handling. The EasyPLC Machine Simulator Robot Loader, which loads boxes onto skids in manufacturing facilities, can be used to help learn PLC programming. This 3D simulation robot loader communicates with a Click PLC through Modbus TCP (Ethernet) communication, enabling seamless coordination and control. The … Read more
Multi-conveyor feed control is a critical aspect of industrial automation that allows for the efficient and effective movement of materials from one process to another. It involves the coordination of multiple conveyors to ensure that the right amount of material is transferred at the right time to the next stage in the manufacturing process. Bottlenecks, … Read more
Arduino, the leading open-source electronics platform, has launched a new piece of hardware called the Arduino Opta IoT PLC. The device has been designed to enable the development of advanced industrial automation solutions, making it a game-changer in the world of IoT and Industry 4.0. In this blog series, we will look closer at the … Read more
A PLC batch process system is a type of process control system that uses programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to control and automate a specific set of batch processing tasks. PLCs are industrial computers designed to monitor sensors, control actuators, and perform logic-based decisions based on pre-programmed instructions. In a batch process system, PLCs can be … Read more
We began using the five steps to PLC programming development in part 1 for the parking cars simulator. This involved determining what must be done, looking at the inputs and outputs, and developing the sequence of operation. Automated car parking is a great way to learn PLC programming. It is easily understood how this system … Read more