Why should you utilize CODESYS?
January 5, 2023
Programmable logic controllers (PLC) allow for the handling of programming languages for motion control in automation systems.
These PLC-based control systems continuously monitor input devices and automatically make decisions based on custom programming and logic, allowing them to determine the state of output devices.
Benefits of Using a PLC-Based Control System
There are many benefits of using a PLC-based control system for your application and here are just a few.
Durability
These types of systems are specially designed to operate effectively in harsh industrial environments that have high or low temperatures, high humidity, heavy vibrations, electrical noises, and other environmental factors.
Long Lifespans
On top of their durability, PLC-based systems can last decades.
Easy Maintenance
PLC controllers are reliable. The little maintenance that is required with them is made easy due to modular replacement of components, simple troubleshooting, and built-in error diagnostics.
Easier Programming
PLCs mostly operate on ladder logic, which many engineers know and understand. While this makes them less flexible with programming than PC-based systems, they don’t require you to be knowledgeable of many less common programming languages.
Best Applications for PLC-Based Control Systems
PLC-based control systems are generally best used in these types of applications:
- Applications designed to perform a single set of tasks
- Harsh industrial environments
- Applications that require controlling a large number of sensors and actuators
- Petrochemical and biomedical manufacturing
- Energy sectors
- Conveyor belt systems
- Packaging and labeling
- Bottling or liquid filling systems
- Time and count-based control systems
- Fault detection
- Smart grid systems
Their uses have a large range. If you are uncertain whether you should be using a PC-based control system for your application, get in touch with the automation experts at Motion Ai today.
