Hello all.
I was starting to get into a new project (that will probably never see the light of day because $$$) at the plant I work in and started wondering if I am going about this the best way. We have a machine setup that my boss would like to automate with a PLC and maybe an HMI.
So my question is how would you go about starting to take a machine that is currently controlled with switches, buttons, motor starters, relays, etc.. to something that is controlled by a PLC?
I personally started writing down all the current inputs and outputs that I can see would still be needed by looking through the electrical schematics we have. I figured what me next step would be is to figure out what other inputs or output may be needed, if anything. I this generally the best way or does anyone have some suggestions as to the steps to go about this process?
Your input is greatly appreciated.
I was starting to get into a new project (that will probably never see the light of day because $$$) at the plant I work in and started wondering if I am going about this the best way. We have a machine setup that my boss would like to automate with a PLC and maybe an HMI.
So my question is how would you go about starting to take a machine that is currently controlled with switches, buttons, motor starters, relays, etc.. to something that is controlled by a PLC?
I personally started writing down all the current inputs and outputs that I can see would still be needed by looking through the electrical schematics we have. I figured what me next step would be is to figure out what other inputs or output may be needed, if anything. I this generally the best way or does anyone have some suggestions as to the steps to go about this process?
Your input is greatly appreciated.