We are living in an environmentally conscious time where Sustainability movements are gaining traction and the younger generation is using social engagement to boost awareness and inspire action. We are also living in the age of AI and robotics, watching the world transform around us as huge advances are made in these fields. It…
The terms artificial intelligence (AI) and machining learning are used interchangeably by many, and sometimes even tech professionals and enthusiasts find it hard to draw a line between the two. There is a good reason for this; Machine Learning is a subset of AI, specifically a derivative branch of study that deals with large…
Thirty years ago, smart technology and home automation were relegated to the realms of science fiction, or the homes of the extremely wealthy. Yet, with the advent of smart home products and systems that are also smart on the wallet, a rise of consumers buying into smart gadgets is at the forefront of the…
This may be your first time reading about CIP safety. Welcome, we will talk about how this protocol works as well as its similarities and differences with standard communication protocols. While this will be a technical overview, we will not discuss safety programming specific topics, but instead an overall picture of how CIP safety fits…
Having the correct I/O module for your application is crucial to keep the communication and information flowing effectively and safely. Point and Flex I/O modules are both distributed I/O systems designed for use with modular Allen-Bradley automation systems but there are many models that are particularly suited for specific applications. Here you can compare and…
Today, we’re going to take a look at Allen-Bradley’s popular CompactLogix and ControlLogix processor lines.
