PLC

Projects almost always feature a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). This allows us to program a variety of different part numbers—sometimes ten, sometimes over a hundred. All parameters for each recipe are saved directly in the PLC and loaded by the operator at runtime through an HMI, delivering maximum production flexibility with minimal setup time.

The PLC also controls actuators, receives signals from sensors, allows one machine to switch modes to do different tasks, and acts as the central hub of a machine design. This means multiple robots, vision systems, machining centers, and other equipment can all work together in unison to automate manufacturing processes.

We are proficient in Ladder, Function Block, Structured Text, and Sequential Flow Chart styles of PLC programming.