Industrial control cabinets serve as the central nervous system of modern manufacturing, far exceeding the role of simple protective enclosures. These units house and integrate critical devices like Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives, and circuit breakers to orchestrate the automation of complex industrial…
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Position instructions are commands used in motion control systems to define specific movements mechanical components will follow.In this guide, we focus on how PLC’s utilize position instructions to precisely adjust the positioning of a machine component, such as a stepper motor, to move on a…
Position control commands are used in motion control systems to regulate speed and position without relying on predefined motion paths, as outlined in the position instruction article. In this guide, we focus on how PLC’s utilize flexible control commands to precisely adjust the positioning and…
Engineers use manual positioning programs are used to easily generate Pulse Train Output (PTO) signals to control the position of a stepper or servo motor at a constant speed. Generally, they program the manual positioning command is programmed at slower speeds, compared to the normal…
Remote IO (input/output) is popular in many modern industrial automation systems. Unlike local IO, which is confined to the same cabinet or area as its PLC, remote IO can be placed much closer to the sensors and actuators gathering information. This doesn’t just give control…
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Efficiency is key in any industrial control system, and operators constantly seek new ways to improve speed and quality. But speed and quality aren’t the only progress indicators. Today, system security is equally important, ensuring bad actors can’t gain access to and disrupt a business’s…
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What is a PLC? PLCs are rugged, compact computing devices that are purpose-built for use in control systems. Developed as a replacement for traditional electromechanical components, PLCs are extremely versatile devices that can collect data, execute complex control logic, and send commands to many types…
Overview Ethernet Pass-Through Demo Videos Maple Systems MapleLogic PLC Pass-Through Demo Video Allen-Bradley PLC Pass-Through Demo Video This article provides information on how to PLC Pass-Through to any PLC device. The first example will be with a Maple Systems PLC. The second example will be…
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Overview In today’s rapidly advancing industrial landscape, seamless communication between systems is crucial for optimizing efficiency and productivity. This article offers a detailed guide on connecting Remote IO to PLCs over Modbus, specifically focusing on the integration of a Maple Systems iR-ETNs with a Maple…
Overview In today’s rapidly advancing industrial landscape, achieving seamless communication between different systems is essential for optimizing efficiency and productivity. This article provides a detailed guide on connecting a Maple Systems iR-ETN to an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix CPU using the EtherNet/IP communications protocol. As…
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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…