Decisions, decisions! This month’s issue of AutomationDirect.com’s newsletter focuses on some important decisions. See how our new PLC selector tool can help you decide which one of our PLCs is right for you. Read an informative article on how to determine whether to rewind or replace a motor, and how to choose the right motor size for your application. For PLC programming and networking questions, see the helpful sections on how to program ladder logic for basic industry functions and how PLC communication has evolved over time. But the best decision of all is deciding to enter our newest contest for a chance to win a 38 piece ratchet and socket set. So don’t wait, check it out!
PLC Selector ToolWhen it comes to deciding which of our PLCs is the one for you, we want to help. Our new PLC selector tool will get you on the right path to the right PLC. Choose the type and amount of I/O, the type of communication, and any hardware or software requirements. The tool will then provide the appropriate PLC family for your selections with overview videos, cost comparisons, and feature listings.
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PLC Communications – Coming of AgeIn its infancy, PLC communication was typically proprietary, with each supplier having their own specific protocols. But as industry and technology advanced, so did the standards and protocols of PLC communication. This article discusses some past and present communication standards, as well as what the future may hold. Read the entire article here
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Ladder Logic in ActionLadder logic programming for industrial controllers has evolved significantly over the past 30 years, and now supports advanced functionality such as process control, motion control, data manipulation, and more. However, there are many basic functions this tried-and-true language is still asked to perform, and in fact, perform effortlessly.
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