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Introduction In the context of an industrial control system, input/output (I/O) devices provide an interface that enables communication between field instruments and control devices. Field instruments may include things like sensors and actuators, while control devices typically refer to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) or industrial…
Positioning programs are used to easily generate Pulse Train Output (PTO) signals to control the position and speed of a stepper or servo motor. Positioning programs can sometimes be referred to as PTO, position, and pulse-direction functions. In this guide, we focus on connecting an…
Introduction Web HMIs provide a streamlined interface solution that makes configuring and installing your next panel easier and more secure than ever. Using a client-only Web HMI can significantly reduce compatibility and software considerations, but there are some important elements to keep in mind when…
Introduction Traditional Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and Industrial PCs are powerful tools, but they do come with their own set of challenges. Extensive setup, complex wiring, and individual logic programming can drive up costs and complicate projects. This can be excessive when all you need is…
Introduction Vetting new control system hardware can be challenging. Thorough testing needs to take place before you can be confident that a device will work for you, but acquiring an array of different devices to test can be both expensive and time-consuming. Fortunately, the EBPro…
* These high-quality images were designed to be implemented into any of your needs for your HMI/PLC combo application. Note: The Maple image library is natively implemented into all MAPware versions July 2024 and above. 1. Download and Import the Image Files into the MAPware-7000…
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Introduction Given the prevalence of PCs in both the office and at home, most of us are familiar the communication ports found on the average PC. USB, Serial, A/V, and Ethernet ports are some of the most common examples that are in use today, enabling…
A Variable Frequency Driver (VFD) is an electrical driver that is used to control the speed and other parameters of an AC induction motor. VFDs can also be referred to as: variable speed drivers, adjusted frequency drivers, AC drivers, Inverters, and more. Regardless of what…
What is optical bonding? Before we get into the specifics of the optical bonding process, it is important to know what the primary components used in modern touchscreens are. Touchscreens typically consist of two primary layers. The inner layer is the LCD or OLED panel,…
Company Name: Industrial Process Solutions Inc. (IPSI)Industry: Steel Production & ProcessingLocation: Alabama Industrial Process Solutions Inc. (IPSI) specializes in production line optimization, with a large clientele in the steel industry and manufacturing sectors. Project Scope IPSI’s customer in the rolled steel production business needed a way to collect…
SCADA Overview Imagine a system that seamlessly integrates real-time monitoring, intelligent control, and invaluable data analytics that are capable of boosting productivity, efficiency, and overall performance. That’s the transformative capability a SCADA system brings to the table. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) is a…
1. Processing power Processing power is determined by the type of processor used in your PC, as well as the clock speed and core/thread performance. There is not one thing that is wholly determinant of processing power—it’s the product of several factors. Benchmark The term…
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