Engineers strive
for simplicity, but the reality is that everything is more
complex today, and plant floors are no
exception. That said, virtually any manufacturing line, cell
or machine function can be automated using
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
With the advancement of
PLC technology and broad market acceptance of PLC devices,
there are literally hundreds
of PLC makes and models in use today. And, while the programming
of ladder logic development for one type of device may appear
similar to that for another, Applied Sciences Group has developed
the expertise to recognize the intricacies and
nuances associated with each.
A wide variety of
sensors and sensor types provide inputs to the
PLC, which generates a preprogrammed sequence of events
based on these
inputs.
For
example, part positioning and an indication that the operator
is safely out of harm's way are typical inputs to any control
system. Output devices such as motors, conveyors, valves,
or presses are then sent instructions by the PLC to perform
their
given functions.
The most common PLCs Applied Sciences Group
works with are:
| • |
Allen-Bradley |
| • |
Modicon |
| • |
General Electric |
| • |
Omron |
| • |
Siemens |
| • |
Mitsubishi |
| • |
Koyo-Automation Direct |
We maintain a
comprehensive library of development tools within our facility
enabling us to work with state of the art as well as legacy
systems. And while we have our
favorite brands for reliability,
ease of use, maintainability and cost effectiveness, we remain
vendor neutral; we will work with your preference or standard.
Applied Sciences Group
develops high quality PLC systems that
fulfill the customer's requirements.
We understand that close communication
between otherwise incompatible systems is a prerequisite
to industrial automation, where the
needs
of the factory come first and the capabilities of commercial
systems must adapt.
However, our highest priority is always
to build safe control systems.
We invite you to review our PLC
Control System case studies listed to the right, and would
welcome the opportunity to help you define your requirements,
provide
a proposal for achieving your objectives, and then put our
expertise to work for you.
Please Contact
Us with your questions or requests. |
