Insights
Technical knowledge for plant professionals.
Practical guides to industrial automation protocols, platforms, and best practices. Written by engineers, for engineers.
Protocols
Protocols
Modbus TCP vs RTU
Understanding the key differences between serial and Ethernet-based Modbus communication.
Protocols
EtherNet/IP Explained
A practical guide to Rockwell's industrial Ethernet protocol for plant managers and engineers.
Protocols
PROFINET vs EtherNet/IP
Comparing the two dominant industrial Ethernet protocols and when to use each.
Protocols
RS-232 vs RS-485
Serial communication fundamentals: when to use each standard and how they differ.
Platforms
Platforms
CODESYS: The Industry Standard
Why CODESYS is becoming the universal PLC programming platform across manufacturers.
Platforms
Allen-Bradley vs Siemens
A practical comparison of the two biggest PLC platforms for real-world applications.
Platforms
Getting Started with Ignition
Introduction to Inductive Automation's Ignition SCADA platform and its advantages.
Best Practices
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