Programmable Logic Controllers

The Complete Guide to the Technology

Programmable Logic Controllers includes 15 in-depth chapters covering the basics, as well as every important aspect of PLCs. Each topic is written in a modular style that allows each subject to be covered thoroughly and in one place. Chapters on specialized topics such as Programming and Documenting the Control System, Introduction to Local Area Networks, and Intelligent I/O provide a plain English and thorough introduction to important related topics. These chapters are like books in themselves!

This book provides the most comprehensive, practical, and easy-to-understand source on the subject of PLCs. It’s a great resource for the whole engineering or maintenance team. The answers to the many questions readers have regarding system design, programming, implementation, startup, and maintenance will be made crystal clear!

Chapters

1: Introduction to Programmable Controllers
2: Number Systems, Data Formats, and Binary Codes
3: The Central Processing Unit and Power Supply
4: The PLC’s Application Memory
5: Input/Output System Overview
6: Discrete Input/Output Modules
7: Analog Input/Output Modules
8: Intelligent Input/Output Modules
9: Programming and Documentation Systems
10: Introduction to Local Area Networks
11: The Ladder Programming Language
12: Alternative Programming Languages
13: Control System Configuration & Hardware Selection
14: Programming and Documenting the Control System
15: Installation Start-up and Maintenance

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