Topic: Programmable Controllers

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Redundant Control Simplified
Opto 22 Introduces Snap PAC Redundancy Option Kit

Is Redundancy Necessary or Superfluous?
Unnecessary Redundancy?: The Value of the Product or the Critical Nature of the Process Can Warrant It

A PLC by Any Other Name
A PAC Is a PLC on Steroids. Anything a PLC Can Do, a PAC Can Do

FPGA Platform Allows Faster Implementations
New Help for the FPGA-Challenged: VeriLog Is a New Language You Should Know

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White Papers: In Depth Research

Cabling Requirements for Harsh, Industrial Applications
Author: Peter McNeil, Product Marketing Manager, L-com Global Connectivity
Posted: 03/24/2009
This white paper explains the difference between traditional commercial controlled environments and harsh industrial environments, as well as the type of cabling and interconnectivity products to specify when designing networks. Additionally this white paper includes information on the two popular standards for measuring and rating harsh environments, IP and NEMA.

Using the NI 17xx Smart Camera Direct Drive Lighting Controller
Author: National Instruments
Posted: 02/08/2008
The use of proper lighting is often overlooked when designing a machine vision application.

Combination Motor Controller
Author: WEG Electric Motors Corp.
Posted: 10/12/2007
This white paper outlines the differences between Type E and Type F starters recently introduced by the revisions on UL508.

Understanding programmable automation controllers (PACs) in industrial automation
Author: Opto 22
Posted: 01/25/2007
This paper provides an understanding of how PACs provide in a single compact controller the advanced control features, network connectivity, device interoperability, and enterprise data integration capabilities found in PLC- or PC-based automation controllers.

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