ACC Automation: PLC & Industrial Control Learning
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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
Globally, airlines handle over 4 billion bags annually, with 99.6% arriving on time. Learn how to automate airport baggage claim systems using PLC programming! This post will explore using programmable logic controllers to streamline the baggage handling process, increasing efficiency and reducing delays. We’ll take you through the step-by-step process of designing and programming a … Read more
Learn how to program a Click PLC sorting station from scratch in this comprehensive tutorial! We’ll take you through the step-by-step process of designing and programming a Click PLC sorting station, covering everything from setting up the PLC to writing the code. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced programmer, this method is ideal for … Read more
Given all the advancements in generative AI, can we utilize this technology to program our PLC? Is AI capable of programming ladder logic in our Click PLC, or will it be unsuccessful? We will use the conveyor example test from the Machine Simulator (EasyPLC) software. A Click PLUS PLC communicates with the Machine Simulator Server … Read more
Unlocking Click PLC & Machine Simulator Integration: A Game Changer for Automation Professionals In an increasingly sophisticated industrial automation era, seamless integration between programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and simulation tools is more crucial than ever. Machine Simulator by Nirtec is a sophisticated yet simple software for creating virtual simulations of industrial machinery and processes. It … Read more
Only 31% of businesses have fully automated at least one function (McKinsey). This means a huge demand for automation and creating a training environment exists. Typically, automation training and hands-on programming take time and a lot of resources, but this is no longer the case. Creating an effective automation training environment tailored to your industry … Read more
We will now communicate from the C-more CM5 HMI to the latest Machine Simulator (EasyPLC) version, 4.1. This will be done using Ethernet on a Modbus TCP network. The machine simulator (MS) will be the server, and the C-more will be the Client. Machine simulators play a crucial role in industrial automation as they allow … Read more
The latest Machine Simulator (EasyPLC) version, 4.1, now has a Modbus Server driver. This will allow the PLC or other controlling device to be the Client in the Modbus network. Machine simulators play a crucial role in industrial automation as they allow you to replicate real-world scenarios and test the functionality of different machines in … Read more
The automatic packing machine in the Machine Simulator (EasyPLC) Software Suite is an excellent way to learn 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 better describe this industry-leading learning software. … Read more
We will use Modbus TCP (Ethernet) to connect and program the XGB PLC to the Machine Simulator Easy Transfer Line. The Machine Simulator (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 … Read more