Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "PLC Programming",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Software helps maintain cheese quality from
Citect, which we summarised at the time by saying "AJ and RG Barber use a CitectScada 500-tag system with three licences and 90 screens; 60 of which are operative at any one time".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Robotics distribution deal reached from
Barr and Paatz: "Barr and Paatz is set to distribute the Elau Delta 3 robot, which is ideal for high-speed pick and place application".
In April 2007, we covered the news from Idec Electronics
concerning its WindLDR 5.20
- take a look at PLC programming software is improved
which says: "The latest version of the WindLDR PLC programming software suite incorporates a number of new features".
Take a look also at the news release from Profibus Group, Training courses cover Profibus and more,
as well as Servodrives handle precise motion control from Gefran SIEI UK,
and Motion controller helps machine stone from Lenze.
See also:
Course explains standards-based PLC programming
(November 2006)
Two-day introductory course covers the basics of PLC programming based on the widely adopted international standard IEC61131-3
Automation software makes the most of PLCs
(October 2006)
The TwidoSuite software package makes it easy to develop automation programs which use the full power and versatility of the Telemecanique Twido PLC range
Control platform set for guided vehicle duties
(October 2006)
Danaher Motion has signed two new automated guided vehicle (AGV) technology partners - the US group Jervis B Webb Company and TTS Port Equipment from Sweden
Donation aids fieldbus education
(April 2006)
Manchester Metropolitan University, its students and industry in general will soon reap the benefits of equipment donated by Sick (UK)
Drive keeps them dancing in Copenhagen
(March 2006)
Drive powers cooling unit in hotel party room and this keeps power consumption and noise down, and, due to the drive's smart logic controller, there is no need for an external PLC control unit
Modular PLC takes web server onboard
(February 2006)
The arrival of the new XC200 modular PLC means that it is no longer necessary to specify a large and expensive PLC simply because an application requires Ethernet connectivity
Training courses cover more aspects of Profibus
(January 2006)
Profibus training courses for the first half of 2006 cover a wide range of user needs from system planning and design to installation, commissioning and maintenance
Novel controller takes charge of lasers
(August 2005)
The new Rofin control unit (RCU) is a real-time laser and handling control device with an IEC61131-compatible software PLC
Robots add flexibility to automated inspection
(June 2005)
A revolutionary new inspection system using a robot-mounted camera, is providing a unique approach to the examination, integrity and traceability of mass manufactured assemblies
Drive promises cost-effective solutions
(April 2005)
The AutomationDrive FC300 is based around a 'common platform' concept to run any application of any rating on a production line
CD explains controller range
(April 2005)
Idec Electronics has produced a demonstration CD which allows the user to become familiar with MicroSmart PLC, SmartRelay and HG touchscreens
Inclusive support deal simplifies budgeting
(March 2005)
Active Support is a new service allowing customers to purchase prepaid days of on-site technical support from an experienced Rockwell Automation engineer
Machine controller brings it all together
(March 2005)
A novel four-, six- and eight-axis machine controller combines the servo amplifiers and motion controller PLC and user I/O in a single compact unit
Prebuilt functions speed PLC programming
(February 2005)
The latest version of Omron's universal PLC programming software adds powerful new features but retains the ease of use for which the company's software is renowned
PLC software gains ready-to-run function blocks
(January 2005)
Omron has introduced a new version of its universal PLC programming software, adding powerful new features, while maintaining the ease of use for which the company's software is renowned
GSM-based alarm system goes the distance
(December 2004)
Control Configurator MS is a novel GSM-based alarm notification system that offers remote maintenance and supervision for systems requiring constant monitoring
Compact modular PLCs gain Ethernet option
(October 2004)
Omron reckons it has redefined the threshold for distributed control over 100Mbit/s Ethernet by integrating a 100Base-TX Ethernet interface on its smallest modular PLC
PLCs speed through function block processing
(October 2004)
The latest range of programmable logic controllers from Omron features high-speed function block processing
New developments in programmable logic controllers
(August 2004)
Micro PLCs are now established as a key tool for the control and automation of virtually every industrial process
PLCs go from soft to web-ready
(June 2004)
Kontron's Sophisticated Internet Access web service software (SophIA) enables soft PLCs and web services to grow together in order to reduce software development costs
Growing regions boost global PLC market
(June 2004)
The worldwide market for programmable logic controllers is surging due to fast growing regions and expanding applications areas outside of manufacturing
PLC programming software brought up to date
(March 2004)
Matsushita's NAiS Control FPWIN Pro PLC programming software has been improved with the release of version 5
New president appointed at Sercos North America
(March 2004)
Dr Kenneth Ryan is the new president of Sercos NA, the North American trade association for the Sercos (serial realtime communications system) interface for motion control
PLC programming goes back to Basic
(January 2004)
A new Basic programmable module for Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix platform allows users to migrate proven, reliable Basic programs from 1771-DB and 1746-BAS modules to ControlLogix
Programmed drive cuts motor-plant cycle time
(January 2004)
When a vehicle drop section at Nissan's Sunderland factory became a potential bottleneck, the company turned to Control Techniques for help in its redesign
Flexible application for servo amplifiers
(November 2003)
The Geo Drive family of universal motor drive amplifiers consists of one- and two-axis three-phase servo amplifiers that support a wide variety of motor types, power ranges and user interfaces
Safety module mounts the bus
(October 2003)
ASi-Safety at Work can help to reduce the machine downtime caused by intermittent faults or accidental triggering of safety devices
Open-PLC programming using IEC61131-3
(September 2003)
The UK Profibus Competence Centre at Manchester Metropolitan University has a new 2.5-day short course covering Open-PLC programming using the international standard IEC61131-3
Full software solution to 21CFR11
(July 2003)
An integrated range of manufacturing execution system and Scada software reduces the cost and complexity of compliance with US Food and Drug Administration 21CFR11
PLC turns inverter into automation system
(June 2003)
The new easy-fit PLC module for 3G3MV inverter drives from Omron Electronics transforms the drive into a complete and versatile automation system
Controller crams many functions in a tiny package
(May 2003)
The novel FP-e programmable controller is the first of a new generation of automation control products that combines the functions of numerous automation devices in a compact DIN48 format package
Software keeps track of compliance issues
(May 2003)
Manufacturers operating in tightly regulated industries can cut the complexity and cost of regulatory compliance with the Rockwell Software Maintenance Automation Control Centre
Module adds AS-i capability to PLC range
(October 2002)
Idec Electronics has added an AS-i module to its MicroSmart PLC range
Software options extend Servo PLC functionality
(August 2002)
Following the success of the Lenze Servo PLC, which combines PLC functionality with a servo drive, Lenze has launched three new software options