PLCs, PACs
PLC object orientation guidelines published
PLCopen started an object-oriented programming (OOP) guidelines initiative in order to create a more homogeneous method.
PLCs and other controllers in an IIoT world: More answers
How are programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other controllers helping with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) implementations? Find more answers below.
Virtualized programmable logic controllers
A paradigm shift toward industrial edge and cloud computing.
Using abstraction to reduce the machine integration efforts
Integrating a packaging machine can be a time-consuming process, but creating a higher abstraction level can help with specific functionalities and speed up the overall PLC and motion programming process. IEC 61131-3 standard and PLCopen Motion Control Function Blocks help.
Know your PLC programming audience
Programmable logic controller (PLC) code should never be a bottleneck when troubleshooting and should be designed to address the needs and knowledge of as many engineers as possible.
What IEC 61499 means for the PLC
The IEC 61499 international standard doesn’t signal the end for the programmable logic controller (PLC), but its impact, particularly in process control applications, will change how PLCs are used.
Structuring with IEC 61131-3: 7 steps to success
The IEC 61131-3 standard includes powerful structuring tools and can help provide users an excellent way to break a control system down into manageable units for greater overall effectiveness.
Top 5 Control Engineering articles June 21-27, 2021
Articles about PLC benefits, HMI and SCADA design, six calibration tips, process control systems and cybersecurity's past were Control Engineering’s five most clicked articles from June 21-27, 2021. Miss something? You can catch up here.
The PLC remains stronger than ever
The programmable logic controller (PLC) has been declared dead many times, but it continues to thrive even in the Industry 4.0 era.
PLC coding practices document released
The Top 20 Secure PLC Coding Practices document aims to provide a list of coding practices for PLC programmers.
