From Scratch: Development of Siemens PLC Total Phosphorus Monitoring and Dosing Control System

Total Phosphorus Monitoring Control: Siemens PLC Solution Design and Implementation The total phosphorus monitoring control system has significant application value in the environmental protection field. It achieves precise monitoring, intelligent processing, and timely regulation through PLC, effectively ensuring that water quality meets discharge standards. Hardware Configuration PLC and Expansion Module Selection For the total phosphorus … Read more

Top Ten Standards for Electrical CAD Drawing: Make Your PLC Control Diagrams Look Professional

Hello everyone, I am Lao Liu, and I have been in the electrical automation industry for over 20 years. Today, I want to talk to you about PLC electrical CAD drawing. I remember when I first started, an experienced engineer told me: “Xiao Liu, as an engineer, your drawings are your face!” This is absolutely … Read more

Application of Siemens PLC in Flavor Mixing Systems

The flavor mixing system is the core equipment for food flavor production, achieving precise formula control and efficient production. This article introduces the key points of the application of Siemens PLC in flavor mixing systems. 1. Hardware Configuration 1.1. PLC and Expansion Module Selection For the specific needs of the flavor mixing system, it is … Read more

From Scratch: Detailed Siemens PLC Solution for Air Tightness Testing System

Air tightness testing is a key aspect of product quality control. Implementing automated testing through Siemens PLC can significantly enhance efficiency and accuracy. 1. Hardware Configuration Selection of PLC and Expansion Modules The air tightness testing system requires high precision in data acquisition and response speed. It is recommended to use the S7-1200 series CPU … Read more

Siemens PLC Programming Debugging Techniques: Shorten Your Project Delivery Cycle by 30%

Siemens PLC Programming Debugging Techniques: Shorten Your Project Delivery Cycle by 30% Hello everyone! I am Shui Gong, an engineer with over ten years of experience in the automation industry. Throughout my journey, from being a novice in the workplace to now being able to independently handle the entire process from project design to delivery, … Read more

Typical Applications of Siemens PLC in Robot Control: From Modeling to Debugging

Typical Applications of Siemens PLC in Robot Control: From Modeling to Debugging Self-Introduction Like an Old Friend Hello everyone, I am an engineer with over ten years of experience in the industrial automation industry, specializing in PLC control and motion control systems. Throughout my work, I have encountered various automation devices, and what interests me … Read more

Understanding PLC Scan Cycles: Grasping the Concept in the Time of a Coffee Break

Ten years ago, when I first joined an automotive parts factory as an automation engineer, I faced a suddenly halted production line. The factory manager anxiously asked, “Why does the equipment respond so slowly after pressing the start button? Sometimes it doesn’t respond at all!” At that time, I couldn’t explain it well, but later … Read more

Intermediate Applications of PLC: PID Closed-Loop Control Algorithm, Temperature Fluctuation Control within ±0.5℃!

Intermediate Applications of PLC: PID Closed-Loop Control Algorithm, Temperature Fluctuation Control within ±0.5℃! 🔥 The ultimate solution to temperature control challenges: How is precision achieved to ±0.5℃? Does your PLC control system often encounter excessive temperature fluctuations? Inconsistent product quality? High energy consumption? Don’t worry! Today, I will unveil the secrets of the PID closed-loop … Read more

10 Features That Explain Why Safety PLCs Are Safe

1. Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities The safety of a Safety PLC primarily relies on its robust fault diagnosis capabilities. Research indicates that Safety PLCs must detect over 99% of potential faults, including hardware failures, software errors, and communication interruptions. For instance, Safety PLCs monitor the status of processors, memory, and input/output modules in real-time to promptly … Read more

PLC Communication Essentials: From RS-485 to Ethernet, How to Seamlessly Connect Data

Hello everyone, I am Maple Leaf, and I have been in the PLC industry for over twenty years. Today, let’s talk about something practical—PLC communication essentials. To be honest, communication issues in the field are the most common type of faults I encounter, without exception! Many novice engineers have stumbled in this area, including myself … Read more