Taming Ladder Logic with Object-Oriented Techniques
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), prized for their ruggedness and real-time performance, have formed the industrial automation backbone of operational technology (OT) systems since the late 1960s. While traditional PLC programming methods were historically less sophisticated than solutions developed for the information technology (IT) industry, the situation has been steadily improving.
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Variable Frequency Drives eBook
The Practical Guide to Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) is a hands-on resource for engineers and maintenance professionals looking to confidently select, apply and troubleshoot AC motor control solutions. Covering everything from core motor control concepts to real-world VFD sizing, configuration and common pitfalls, this eBook delivers practical insights that help improve performance, reliability and commissioning success.
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Accessible Automation Helps Small Utilities Modernize Operations
Like many small utilities throughout the country, the Harvest-Monrovia Water & Sewer Authority in Alabama was faced with supporting an aging mix of control technologies. Learn how the team developed a standardized, PLC-based control architecture that simplifies maintenance, reduces long-term risk, and positions the utility for decades of scalable growth.
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Supplier Profile: Penn Union
For nearly a century, Penn-Union has been powering progress with durable electrical connection solutions built for demanding industries like construction, utilities, telecom and aerospace. Operating from a fully integrated U.S.-based facility in Pennsylvania, the company combines in-house engineering, advanced manufacturing and rigorous testing to deliver more than 30,000 connector variations—or custom solutions when needed. Backed by a strong customer focus and ongoing investment in innovation, Penn-Union continues to raise the standard for performance, quality and reliability.
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From Drum Sequencers to PLC Power
Industrial processes depend on repeatable sequences—once managed by mechanical drum timers that were reliable but difficult to modify. Modern PLCs replaced this with software, but even simple sequences can become complex in ladder logic. AutomationDirect’s Productivity PLCs simplify the task with built-in Drum (DRM) and Sequence (SEQ) instructions, enabling clear, flexible control of time-based and step-driven operations while reducing programming complexity and improving maintainability.
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