Industrial control and automation can be complex. At Maple Systems, we want to break the barrier between knowledge and know-how to make sure every engineer and operator is fully prepared for whatever task comes their way.
Digital Input/Output (DIO) ports included with industrial PCs provide extra flexibility for those who require fine-tuned control in their projects. Due to their simple yet flexible nature, Digital I/O ports allow for more robust and versatile systems that can be tailored to a wide variety of specific use cases. In this article we dive into…
This article covers the basics of VFDs, how to configure them, and how to setup communication between all devices to achieve a successful motor control application. This guide is designed to help users connect a Maple PLC and a Maple HMI to control a Variable Frequency Driver (VFD). Table of Contents A Variable Frequency Driver…
Imagine a touchscreen so clear and responsive that it feels like you’re touching the content directly, yet durable enough to withstand the harshest industrial environment. Optical bonding is the process that makes this possible. Table of Contents What is optical bonding? Before we get into the specifics of the optical bonding process, it is important…
IPSI’s customer in the rolled steel production business needed a way to collect data from their production line, monitor for any errors or alarm conditions, and store production data for reporting and continuous improvement.
SCADA Systems offer an opportunity for any network of devices to communicate the necessary information for more advanced monitoring, alarm detection, management, and more. This section explores the usage of SCADA systems, their common applications, and the ease of integrating devices into existing systems. Table of Contents SCADA Overview Imagine a system that seamlessly integrates…
Searching for industrial PCs can be challenging. With so much information to sift through it’s difficult to know what to look for. To help, we’ve assembled a list of the top 10 considerations when shopping for your businesses next panel PC. Table of Contents 1. Processing power Processing power is determined by the type of…
Leading OEM of custom stainless steel processing equipment and a preferred provider of quality products and services to the dairy, food, and other sanitary industries chose a Maple Industrial PC.
We developed a project for our PLC which include the functional logic necessary to meet the features and functions required for their medical radiation doors.
As the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) landscape evolves, more devices used in industrial control systems are becoming interconnected and intelligent. While this trend allows for more efficient operations, it also increases the need for more robust security measures to protect your data. Maple Systems takes your security seriously, making sure that our devices hold…
Here at Maple Systems, we are committed to providing our customers with Human-Machine Interface (HMI) solutions that are a great fit for any project. Providing an extensive collection of third-party device communication drivers is just one of the ways that we ensure our devices can integrate easily into almost any system. Table of Contents Finding…
This guide is designed to help users through the necessary steps in upgrading V2 expansion modules for compatibility with the newest MAPware-7000 build. * This process also enables PWM/HSC functionality on V2 Expansion Modules with both HMC2000 and HMC4000 applications. Table of Contents 1. Download the Newest Software The first step to enabling V2 expansion…
Connect Your Maple Systems HMI to Maple Systems PLC When choosing an HMI and a PLC for a given application, it can be a struggle to find the necessary documentation, such as product manuals and datasheets, to determine if your two devices can work together and how much configuration and programming will be needed to…