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    PLCs v. PACs: similarities and differences

    March 10, 2025
    Exploring the functions of different controllers within industrial automation

    In this episode of Control Intelligence, written by contributing editor Tobey Strauch, editor in chief Mike Bacidore shares the similarities and differences between programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and programmable automation controllers (PACs).

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