The Role of PLCs in Manufacturing

Across industries and applications, Manufacturers use programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to monitor and automate their production processes. PLCs are ruggedly designed industrial computers that can withstand the conditions of an industrial environment. With more companies looking to automate their production processes, the rise of data-driven decision making, and evolving IIoT and machine learning applications, the […]
The Different Types of Control Panels

There are numerous types of industrial control panels used to operate the wide range of equipment found in manufacturing facilities across the globe. Each of these control panel types contain different components that drive or execute programmed functions such as turning equipment on or off, controlling motor speed, directing various movements, opening or closing valves, […]
Functions and Components of a SCADA System

SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) is used by manufacturers across numerous industries and applications to remotely monitor and automate the control of industrial processes and machines. SCADA systems accomplish these functions by integrating with networks, PLCs, RTUs, sensors, and machines to collect, analyze, translate, and display real-time data. Data Acquisition SCADA systems acquire machine […]
Best Practices for Electrical Control Panels

Electrical control panels are an essential element of industrial automation and modern manufacturing. Responsible for providing electrical flow and automating the control of machinery and lines, control panels must be engineered and built to operate in industrial conditions reliably. Following these best practices for electrical control panels will lead to safer operation, easier maintenance, and […]
Four Reasons Why You Should Upgrade Your SCADA System

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, or SCADA, is a hardware and software system used to monitor and automate the control of industrial processes and machines. For many manufacturers and municipalities, SCADA systems are a critical component of the overall production process and are required to be secure, efficient, and capable of performing all necessary tasks. […]