Modern object-oriented programming techniques are transforming PLC programming, making industrial automation faster to build, ...

Old habits die hard. But change is inevitable. And in this case, if proponents are right, change is on the way in the form of an open PLC programming standard known as IEC 61131-3. Promulgated by the ...

The flexible, open future of automation: 30 years of flexible, software-driven automation with TwinCAT. 20/04/2026 Beckhoff Automation Ltd. 1996 was certainly a year of innovation ...

At the core of the Arduino PLC Starter Kit lies the Arduino Opta mini PLC, a state-of-the-art microcontroller that serves as the brain of your automation projects. This powerful device boasts seamless ...

The Raspberry Pi 5 can now run quantized large language models like Llama 3, Mistral, and Qwen locally, thanks to reduced ...

Siemens’ TIA Portal is a comprehensive platform for industrial automation, combining PLC programming, HMI design, and system integration in one environment. By supporting modular design, reusable code ...

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. One of the key parts of automation is observing variation, and a process’ ability to control it. Reducing variation ...

For many years in the industrial automation sector, end-user petitions for openness and flexibility had been at odds with what suppliers were willing to offer. Especially in the case of digital ...

Standardization through reusable function blocks is achievable, valuable and worthy of investment. The cross-platform ...

How to train young engineers in industrial automation is a thorny issue. Most factories have big things that can do a lot of damage and cost tons of money if the newbie causes a crash. Solution: ...