How Does a Compression Refrigeration System Work?
Industrial refrigeration systems are critical infrastructure for facilities across food & beverage, biotech, aerospace, and energy sectors. Vapor compression refrigeration systems provide reliable temperature control for product preservation, process cooling, and environmental conditioning in large-scale operations. Understanding how these systems work helps facility managers and engineers make informed decisions about refrigeration solutions that meet their […]
The Different Types of Compressors used in a Refrigeration System
Industrial refrigeration systems in aerospace, food & beverage, energy, biotech, and data center facilities rely on sophisticated vapor compression refrigeration cycles to maintain precise environmental conditions. In these compression refrigeration cycles, compressors serve as the critical component for pressurizing vaporized refrigerant from low pressure and temperature to high pressure and temperature before traveling through a […]
Microcontroller vs. PLC: What’s the Difference
Microcontrollers and PLCs can perform many of the same functions, such as mathematical operations, logic and data processing, and controlling devices. However, microcontrollers are significantly less expensive to obtain. So why aren’t manufacturers racing to replace their PLC systems with microcontrollers? The answer lies beyond simple cost comparisons. While upfront price differences are obvious, the […]
The Role of PLCs in Manufacturing
Quick Summary A PLC (programmable logic controller) is a ruggedized industrial computer that automates production processes by controlling equipment based on programmed logic and real-time inputs. These industrial control systems serve as the central nervous system that enables a facility to reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and integrate legacy equipment with modern technologies. Programmable logic controllers […]
A Brief History of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Programmable logic controllers have fundamentally transformed industrial automation over the past six decades. What began as a solution to replace cumbersome relay banks has evolved into sophisticated industrial computers that enable smart manufacturing, enterprise integration, and predictive analytics. This evolution represents one of the most significant technological progressions in industrial control systems, with each decade […]
