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Understanding Configuration Software in Automation: A Must-Know for Professionals!

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Understanding Configuration Software in Automation: A Must-Know for Professionals!

2021 “Chemical Process System Design and Engineering Problem Case Analysis Special Training Course 2021 Advanced Control Technology Forum for Process Industry and Technical Exchange on Advanced Control, Optimization Control, and Intelligent Control in the Chemical Industry (1) Overview of Configuration Software Configuration software: is generally abbreviated in English as HMI/MMI/SCADA, corresponding to the full names … Read more

Why Experts Always Draw Process Flow Diagrams Before Writing PLC Programs: This Step Can Save You 80% of Debugging Time!

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Why Experts Always Draw Process Flow Diagrams Before Writing PLC Programs: This Step Can Save You 80% of Debugging Time!

Do you remember that project that kept me awake all night? A packaging production line, with the client pushing hard for results. I thought to myself, this is just a simple conveyor control, I can jump right in and write the program. But what happened? I spent three whole days debugging, with problems popping up … Read more

Top 5 Classic Books for Learning PLCs to Build a Complete Knowledge System!

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Top 5 Classic Books for Learning PLCs to Build a Complete Knowledge System!

I still remember 15 years ago when I first stepped into that roaring chemical factory workshop, facing walls full of control cabinets and dense ladder diagrams, feeling completely lost. An experienced worker threw me a piece of advice: “Kid, if you want to learn PLC, first digest these few books!” At that time, I had … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Siemens PLC Comparison Instructions: Understand It Instantly Even with No Background!

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A Comprehensive Guide to Siemens PLC Comparison Instructions: Understand It Instantly Even with No Background!

Attention industrial control beginners! Want to understand the comparison instructions of Siemens PLC? Don’t worry, this article covers everything from the basics to practical applications, using simple language and examples to help you grasp the concepts easily. After reading, you’ll be ready to dive into programming! 1. What are Comparison Instructions? Simply put, they are … Read more

How PLCs Command the Entire Factory Like a ‘Brain’ in Perfect Harmony

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How PLCs Command the Entire Factory Like a 'Brain' in Perfect Harmony

> Imagine this: At 3 AM in a beverage factory, the filling machines stand tall like swans, precisely injecting liquid into every bottle; robotic arms tighten caps with millimeter precision, as if performing a mechanical ballet; conveyor belts transform into a flowing dance floor, carrying bottled drinks to the packaging area—this seamless “dance” is orchestrated … Read more

How to Protect Critical Data After Power Failure? Best Practices for Data Backup and Power Failure Protection in PLCs!

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How to Protect Critical Data After Power Failure? Best Practices for Data Backup and Power Failure Protection in PLCs!

How to Protect Critical Data After Power Failure? Best Practices for Data Backup and Power Failure Protection in PLCs! Have you ever experienced a situation where your carefully debugged PLC program lost all count values and parameter settings due to an unexpected power failure, requiring the production line to be recalibrated? Or a voltage fluctuation … Read more

What Are the Differences Between CNC and PLC?

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What Are the Differences Between CNC and PLC?

The differences between CNC and PLC can be seen as a competition for the “strongest brain” in the automation era. On the assembly line of smart factories, CNC machines are carving metal parts with a precision of 0.001mm, while the PLC system coordinates the operation of robotic arms, conveyor belts, and inspection instruments in real-time. … Read more

Principles and Applications of Microcontrollers

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Principles and Applications of Microcontrollers

A microcontroller (MCU) is a highly integrated, powerful microcomputer widely used in embedded systems, smart homes, industrial control, automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). As an important hardware platform, microcontrollers are characterized by their compact size, low power consumption, high efficiency, and low cost. This article will introduce the basic principles, structural features, … Read more

Differences Between Microcontrollers and PLCs: An In-Depth Analysis of Two Core Industrial Control Technologies

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Differences Between Microcontrollers and PLCs: An In-Depth Analysis of Two Core Industrial Control Technologies

As two core components in the field of industrial control, microcontrollers and PLCs each have unique characteristics and applicable scenarios. Below is an in-depth analysis of the two: 1. Definition and Structural Composition 1. Microcontroller: ● Definition: A microcontroller, also known as a microcontroller unit (MCU), is an integrated circuit chip. It is a small … Read more

Discussion Topic | What Makes a PLC ‘High-End’?

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Discussion Topic | What Makes a PLC 'High-End'?

It is said that Siemens, Schneider, and ABB are the three major high-end PLC brands. So, what are the key dimensions that define the “high-end” positioning of high-end PLCs? Is it their exceptional adaptability under extreme conditions? Is it their powerful processing speed and precise control performance? Or is it simply reflected in the high … Read more