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PLC Allen Bradley The ControlLogix platform is a series of programmable logic controllers manufactured by Rockwell Automation. The ControlLogix platform is a series of programmable logic controllers manufactured by Rockwell Automation. The platform's goal is to offer a central automation solution that can perform tasks such as safety, motion, batch processing and discrete manufacturing from one controller or system. A programmable logic controller is an industrial digital computer designed for use in an industrial environment. It uses simple programming languages that are employed to control automated machinery and processes. These devices typically have input and output terminals to which switches,...

What are some features of Allen-Bradley's new control cabinet and how is it designed to promote safety in industrial applications? Control cabinets are found in most industrial facilities and factories. They consist of multiple control panels, electrical panels, and anything that one might need to control the systems within the facility. As automation and smart technology continues to advance, control cabinets have to keep up with these demands.  Allen Bradley recently released a new medium voltage control cabinet designed with voltage control to help streamline the control process.    Centerline 1500 The Centerline 1500 is a medium voltage control cabinet for starting...

How is aluminum processing technology leading the way to advance additive manufacturing techniques in industrial automation? Almost every industry can take advantage of aluminum’s high strength-to-weight ratio, but the aerospace industry in particular reaps a lot of benefits from any advances in aluminum alloys or processing techniques. Aluminum processing technology is advancing quickly, particularly in the additive manufacturing (AM) field, making new geometries available in lightweight alloys.   What is Additive Manufacturing? Additive manufacturing (AM) is classified as a group of manufacturing techniques where the material is added layer by layer to construct physical objects. AM encompasses all forms of...

IoT infrastructure consists of many factory parts, one being cloud computing. Rather than ask how they’re different, let’s look into how they work together to form industry 4.0. Internet of things (IoT), cloud computing, edge computing, and big data are becoming common phrases used in every industry. These concepts form the backbone of industry 4.0 and its architecture. This article covers the definition and how they work together. How all these elements work together will throw light on the differences between these technologies.   Internet of Things  Every physical object can be embedded with software, sensors, and other technologies. Such...

Phoenix Contact introduced the clipx WIRE assist worker assistance system for wire preparation, and the new FL Switch 2600 and 2700 device versions with IP65/IP66/IP67 degrees of protection. The clipx WIRE assist worker assistance system from Phoenix Contact is designed to help control engineers save time on specific tasks, particularly in wire processing and preparation.  Extending the range of the FL Switch 2000 product family, Phoenix Contact launched the 2600 and 2700 Managed Switches. They are designed to integrate distributed sensors, cameras, actuators, and I/O stations into any network.    Phoenix Contact’s Clipx WIRE Assist Worker Assistance Program Industrial control...