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Category: Control Systems
10 Easy Tips for Designing a Programmable Logic Controller Enclosure
As we begin building Tilley's Terror, the first three inversion backyard coaster, we will be needing a hearty control enclosure to hold my programmable logic controller (PLC) and Human Machine...
While it may not be glamorous, programming the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) is an integral part of the Tilley's Terror Project. This coaster is going to rival...
If you want to implement some automation at your business, PLCs are the way to go, but it can be super difficult to get started. Let's dive into some basic commands our PLCs understand using Ladder...
Clean Up Messy Wiring Diagrams and Schematics with Simple Ladder Logic
I'm often asked the question, "It is so difficult to troubleshoot my wiring. Corey, is there any way to clean it up?" Yes there is! Traditional wiring schematics have all of the inputs and...
As we get started building our roller coaster, we need a sufficient power source. I would like this to be "portable" so plugging it into the wall is an attractive idea. Well, you can't plug a 3 hp...
If you have ever used a pneumatic or air cylinder, you know that they only have 2 positions: fully retracted or fully extended. There is no middle ground. In fact, due to the compressibility of...