PLC

Technical Articles & Industry Trends

The Differences Between a PLC and an Industrial Computer

With automation becoming increasingly critical in industrial settings, it is important to choose the right advancements for your specific use case. For people like manufacturing professionals, automation engineers, and IT specialists, understanding the nuances of PLCs and industrial computers is a critical part of maintaining a competitive edge.  PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) A PLC is […]

Learn More

Technical Articles & Industry Trends

Designing Waterproof Computer Solutions for the Food Processing Industry

Updated May 22, 2023 Food processing facilities are one of the most inhospitable places you can put a computer; but since modern food processing facilities are often controlled by computers, we have no choice but to place units into these environments. Airborne particulates, spraying liquids, and meat parts are all regular hazards for computers in […]

Learn More

Technical Articles & Industry Trends

Industrial Process Controls: HMI vs Panel PC

Managing the manufacturing processes of a modern industrial facility is no small task. Facilities must maintain a reliable network of systems to control, track, and report on all aspects of facility operations. The physical touchpoints where operations personnel interact with these industrial systems are the human-machine interfaces (HMIs). The most common examples of industrial HMIs are […]

Learn More