How to Migrate your PLC-5 Control Systems to a Modern Controls Platform

Introduced in 1986, the PLC-5 was one of the first PLCs that could be programmed by a personal computer. According to the Rockwell Automation website, the PLC-5 boasts one of the largest install bases of any control platform. However, in 2017 Rockwell officially discontinued the platform. So, what should manufacturers who are still operating on […]
What are the Different Types of Collaborative Robots?
Collaborative robots, or cobots, allow for direct collaboration with humans to accomplish various tasks. Sometimes, this may include tasks that neither the robot nor a human could accomplish on their own. According to ISO 10218 part 1 and part 2, there are four main types of collaborative robots: safety monitored stop, speed and separation, power […]
What are the Different Types of Industrial Robots and Their Applications?
What are the Different Types of Industrial Robots and Their Applications? Countless manufacturers use industrial robots to automate tasks, enhance worker safety, and increase overall production output while reducing waste and operating costs. With industrial robots becoming more prevalent in manufacturing environments, there has been an increased demand for numerous different types of industrial robots […]
WATCH: Process Solutions Start-to-Finish Control Panel Manufacturing Process
Process Solutions recently built control panels for a food processing customer who specializes in the production of potato products. Along the way, we captured our manufacturing techniques and equipment in order to demonstrate our production abilities and expertise. Follow along and see what gives us the edge in efficiency and helps us produce a consistently […]