Modern object-oriented programming techniques are transforming PLC programming, making industrial automation faster to build, ...

THE use of function blocks for programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is gaining wider acceptance. Rather than the classic “contact and coil” representation of ladder diagram or relay ...

Siemens’ TIA Portal is a comprehensive platform for industrial automation, combining PLC programming, HMI design, and system integration in one environment. By supporting modular design, reusable code ...

A three-day training program for automation technology and IEC 61131 programming—available for free from WAGO—will occur on five separate dates in 2016: March 8-10, May 3-5, August 2-4, September ...

PLC simulation software is reshaping how automation skills are taught and practiced. From free browser-based options to advanced emulators, these tools give learners safe, flexible, and affordable ...

At the core of the Arduino PLC Starter Kit lies the Arduino Opta mini PLC, a state-of-the-art microcontroller that serves as the brain of your automation projects. This powerful device boasts seamless ...

The flexible, open future of automation: 30 years of flexible, software-driven automation with TwinCAT. 20/04/2026 Beckhoff Automation Ltd. 1996 was certainly a year of innovation ...

How to train young engineers in industrial automation is a thorny issue. Most factories have big things that can do a lot of damage and cost tons of money if the newbie causes a crash. Solution: ...

As OEMs continue to move toward leaner design, operator interfaces have evolved into replacements such as automated panels for PLCs in many machine applications. So what are the differences between ...

Southern California Edison (SCE) has been remote controlling and automating substations since the late 1940s using a combination of single point-to-point supervisory control and single ...