ACC Automation: PLC & Industrial Control Learning
Practical Tips and Techniques
Previously, we went through the step-by-step process of designing and programming a Click PLC airport baggage claim machine. This covered everything from setting up the PLC to writing the code. It did not matter whether you’re a beginner or an experienced programmer; the method used was ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their PLC programming … Read more
Join me as I take on the challenge of creating a simple start-stop circuit in ladder logic using DeepSeek AI—let’s see if it can nail it! In industrial automation, the ability to design and simulate control circuits is essential for ensuring the functionality and safety of various systems. One of the fundamental circuits used in … Read more
PLC Simulator is a convenient tool for testing and troubleshooting ladder logic programs in the XG5000 programming software. It allows you to simulate the operation of a programmable logic controller (LS Electric PLC) without needing actual hardware. This makes it a valuable asset for beginners and experienced programmers. We will demonstrate how to effectively use … Read more
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
We will demonstrate pallet management logic on the Do-More PLC Simulator and EasyPLC. EasyPLC software suite includes a machine simulator named Machine Simulator (MS). It has a variety of machines that can be programmed and customized. One of these machines is the pallet management machine, which utilizes four conveyor belts, three photocells, and two stops. … Read more
The Machine Simulator (MS) is part of the EasyPLC software suite. It has many built-in machines, like the palletizing conveyor machine, that show different programming techniques. The palletizing conveyor example is one of these machines, and we will use the Click PLC programming software. This will demonstrate a sequencer example. In this case, a box … Read more
Here are the top 7 problems and concepts beginners struggle with using ladder logic (Ladder Diagram). Ladder logic is a programming language used in PLCs, and it is based on the graphical representation of electrical relay logic circuits. Many beginners struggle with ladder logic because it requires a different mindset than traditional programming languages like … Read more
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
The Machine Simulator (MS) is part of the EasyPLC software suite. It has many built-in machines that are used to show different programming techniques. The solder robot example is one of these machines. This will demonstrate a sequencer robot example. In this case, four rivets are welded using a robot. The logic will step through … Read more
You’ve had this idea for years since you were a kid. You want to be an electrical engineer, and you’re finally going to follow through on it and learn PLC programming to start your career off right! What? That’s what you thought, anyway. But then you started googling around, trying to figure out how to … Read more