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New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.

New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.

Turck placed a spotlight on decentralized control concepts, highlighting several product lines at MODEX: MDR controls,…

Turck placed a spotlight on decentralized control concepts, highlighting several product lines at MODEX: MDR controls, multiprotocol fieldbus, and RFID inventory tracking solutions.

The FX1616-BA controller’s transition to surface-mount technology aims to combat component obsolescence and improve…

The FX1616-BA controller’s transition to surface-mount technology aims to combat component obsolescence and improve manufacturing consistency.

Learn how to connect, wire, and program a TRi PLC Fx controller in this step-by-step tutorial.

Learn how to connect, wire, and program a TRi PLC Fx controller in this step-by-step tutorial.

The LOGO! 9 logic controllers offer up to 800 function blocks, expanded I/O capacity, a color touchscreen display, and…

The LOGO! 9 logic controllers offer up to 800 function blocks, expanded I/O capacity, a color touchscreen display, and improved engineering tools for small-scale automation tasks.

Learn how to configure a connection and download a simple digital I/O project using the newest Rockwell software, paired…

Learn how to configure a connection and download a simple digital I/O project using the newest Rockwell software, paired with the Ethernet version of the Micro800 PLC lineup.

Arduino introduces the Ventuno Q, a single-board platform combining Linux computing and microcontroller control for AI…

Arduino introduces the Ventuno Q, a single-board platform combining Linux computing and microcontroller control for AI and robotics.

Kyntronics’ mission is to combine servo control with hydraulic actuators to form hybrid motion control. Our engineering…

Kyntronics’ mission is to combine servo control with hydraulic actuators to form hybrid motion control. Our engineering team posed a few questions in hopes of learning more about this technology.

The Intelli TWL01 Edge industrial PC features an Intel Processor N-series platform, dual 4K displays, and rugged,…

The Intelli TWL01 Edge industrial PC features an Intel Processor N-series platform, dual 4K displays, and rugged, vibration-resistant housing for use in industrial and commercial environments.

Join Control.com for an inside look at the Rockwell Automation HQ in Milwaukee, WI, and check out a fully automated…

Join Control.com for an inside look at the Rockwell Automation HQ in Milwaukee, WI, and check out a fully automated assembly line. Plus, a preview of new product tutorials, coming soon!

Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of…

Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of Mitsubishi Electric Automation, and see where the magic happens.

Learn the difference between common and individually isolated PLC I/O modules; how do we know when isolation might be…

Learn the difference between common and individually isolated PLC I/O modules; how do we know when isolation might be helpful or required for outputs, inputs, and analog signals?

These days, a virtual PLC is not only for simulations; it can also be used to read real-world inputs, turn on outputs, or…

These days, a virtual PLC is not only for simulations; it can also be used to read real-world inputs, turn on outputs, or initiate motion. Follow along as we dive deep into the world of virtual PLCs.

The newest additions include low-noise solid-state relay output modules, 16-bit resolution thermocouple modules, and a…

The newest additions include low-noise solid-state relay output modules, 16-bit resolution thermocouple modules, and a dual-purpose discrete/relay combination module.

Working with data is no simple task. It requires a solid understanding of how to acquire the data, process it, and then…

Working with data is no simple task. It requires a solid understanding of how to acquire the data, process it, and then use it to deliver tangible benefits to the operation and the company.

Arrays can handle large amounts of data, but when you need to extract a portion of that data, you might need to execute a…

Arrays can handle large amounts of data, but when you need to extract a portion of that data, you might need to execute a loop. Learn a few examples and tips for creating loops in PLC logic.

The New Millenium PLC from Crouzet adds Ethernet, Modbus RS-485, scalable I/O, and easier software upgrades from Millenium 3.

The New Millenium PLC from Crouzet adds Ethernet, Modbus RS-485, scalable I/O, and easier software upgrades from Millenium 3.

It’s easy to obtain I/O values for local and remote modules and network nodes. But what about system data that’s…

It’s easy to obtain I/O values for local and remote modules and network nodes. But what about system data that’s built into the PLC? How can we access and use that information?

The RSio Remote Safe I/O features a machine-mountable, IP67-rated housing and supports up to 192 devices per block. For a…

The RSio Remote Safe I/O features a machine-mountable, IP67-rated housing and supports up to 192 devices per block. For a “no learning curve” setup, the block is configured in Rockwell’s Studio 5000.