‘PLC’ is a term that you’ll come across often in the manufacturing industry. Programmable logic controllers are an indispensable part of almost every industry, and they enhance production in aggregate industries in several ways, too. Are you involved with the mining and or crushing of stone aggregate? Do you need reliable automated controls for your…
One of the biggest advances in the manufacturing industry was the rise of automation. The use of PACs, PLCs, and robotic equipment has offered many advantages to the manufacturing sector. According to research, more than 30% of businesses have fully automated at least one of their functions. We all know that industrial automation is the…
When dealing with electrical enclosures, you will come across something called a NEMA rating. But what are these NEMA ratings for electrical enclosures? More importantly, how are these ratings determined, and why are they important? This article will answer all of these questions. What Are NEMA Ratings? NEMA ratings are the North American standards for…
For newcomers to the world of manufacturing technology, it may be confusing to know what the difference is between PLCs and PACs. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) are industrial computers designed for the manufacturing industry. All automated systems, no matter industrial the sector, are built with one of these two types…
Most industrial machines have an emergency stop button. They have various shapes and sizes, but they function the same. They stop the machine from operating in case of an emergency. These safety devices have can be added with custom motor controls, industrial motor controls, and tied into electrical automation. Their use is universal and is…
If you have seen inside a factory or a manufacturing facility, you may have wondered what equipment was running. Could it have been electric motors? What about a complete conveyor system? There are many options that can be running simultaneously, but they all share common background controls. If you’ve never peeked behind the curtain of…
Buying new custom control panels can seem like a daunting task. Having expert understanding of Electrical Engineering and being technically proficient in various systems isn’t for everyone. As a business manager or operator, it can be difficult to know what components to buy, what software can work together without problems, and just how all the…
Cloud-based controls and monitoring are the next evolution for industrial business solutions. These examples of world-class solutions are just the tip of the iceberg of what Automation Electric and Controls can support to ensure your business runs at optimum performance.
When you have a new project in the works, an off-the-shelf Motor Control may seem like a quicker and less expensive solution. A fully customized control panel may also seem out of budget, and it will take too long to create and program for the project requirements. That may or may not be the case…
There are other choices and decisions that can influence the outcome, such as installing a variable frequency drive instead of a control valve. Depending on what you need, either can work, but which is the better choice?
