How PLC Controls Stepper Drives

How PLC Controls Stepper Drives

Search WeChatTechnical Training Stepper motors are commonly used for positioning control, and they can control the rotation angle (which can be relative distance) through the number of pulses output by the PLC. The frequency of the pulses controls the speed of the stepper motor. For applications where high precision is not required, this method is … Read more

12 PLC Programming Tips from Electrical Experts Worth Saving!

12 PLC Programming Tips from Electrical Experts Worth Saving!

Search WeChatTechnical Training1 When PLC and the upper computer (or touch screen) form a monitoring system, it is often necessary to have control modes like “manual” and “automatic” on the screen (generally multiple modes can only be selected one at a time). In the program, you can use the “MOV” instruction. For example: when “manual” … Read more

Is Siemens PLC Programming Difficult? Examples and Tips

Is Siemens PLC Programming Difficult? Examples and Tips

Previously, we learned some basic knowledge and programming components of Siemens PLC. Now let’s discuss the specific application programming methods, using the programming method for a material handling cart control system as an example. The material handling cart is mainly used for transporting processed workpieces and is a common transport device in production workshops of … Read more

Introduction to PLC Maintenance and Fault Diagnosis

1 CPU Abnormality: When a CPU abnormality alarm occurs, check all devices connected to the internal bus of the CPU unit. The specific method is to replace the potentially faulty units one by one to identify the faulty unit and take appropriate action. 2 Memory Abnormality: When a memory abnormality alarm occurs, if it is … Read more

5 Steps to Understand PLC Programs

5 Steps to Understand PLC Programs

1. Characteristics of PLC Control System Ladder Diagrams (1) Input Signals and Output Loads of the PLC Control System The actuators such as AC contactors and solenoid valves in the relay circuit diagram are controlled by the output relays of the PLC, with their coils connected to the output terminals of the PLC. Buttons, control … Read more

7 Shortcuts for Learning PLC: Essential for Electricians

7 Shortcuts for Learning PLC: Essential for Electricians

As we all know, PLCs are widely used in the automatic control of various production machinery and processes, becoming one of the most important and widely used industrial control devices, recognized as one of the three pillars of modern industrial automation (PLC, robots, CAD/CAM). As long as you are involved in automation, you must know … Read more

Software Defined PLC: The Future of Industrial Control Systems

Software Defined PLC: The Future of Industrial Control Systems

Image Source: Dongtu Technology Author | Shi Lincai “ With the continuous integration of IT technologies such as cloud computing, machine learning, and big data with OT technologies in industrial control, the Industrial Internet and smart manufacturing have become the trend of future industrial production. The Industrial Internet and smart manufacturing grant greater flexibility to … Read more

How Siemens PLC Enhances Energy Management in Factories

How Siemens PLC Enhances Energy Management in Factories

How Siemens PLC Enhances Energy Management in Factories? Explore new methods for smart energy management to make your enterprise more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly! Hello, everyone! Today, I want to discuss how to use Siemens PLC to achieve refined energy management in factories. In the context of energy conservation and emission reduction, making factories both … Read more

PLC Safety Programming: How to Build a Reliable Industrial Control System?

PLC Safety Programming: How to Build a Reliable Industrial Control System?

PLC Safety Programming: How to Build a Reliable Industrial Control System? Hello everyone, I am a female top laner. Today, let’s talk about the topic of PLC safety programming. In the field of industrial automation, the safety and reliability of PLCs are directly related to the stable operation of the entire production system. A well-designed … Read more

What Does a Perfect PLC Program Look Like? (Newbie Programming Tips)

What Does a Perfect PLC Program Look Like? (Newbie Programming Tips)

Focusing on Automation Training for 14 YearsJicheng Training NetworkToday, I will share a valuable article to help everyone understand what constitutes a perfect PLC program and provide guidelines and suggestions for PLC programming in practice.01The Design Requirements for a Perfect PLC Program A complete PLC program is not just about making the system operational; it … Read more