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5 Actionable Tips for Getting a PLC Programming Job with NO Experience

by Shahpour Shapournia | Jul 29, 2018

5 ACTIONABLE TIPS FOR GETTING A PLC PROGRAMMING JOB WITH NO EXPERIENCE The mindset that helped me find my ideal job as a PLC programmer with NO experience. Working as a PLC Programmer is one of the most attractive and highest paying jobs in the engineering industry....

What is a Power Plant and How does it Work?

by James Jowett | Sep 16, 2019

In this article, we’re going to look at what a Power Plant is, different types, and why automation is important in the Power Plant business.Different Types of Power Plants Based on the Energy SourcesIn its simplest form, a Power Plant, known also as a Power Station,...

How to Control a VFD with a PLC – Part 4 (Configuring Motor Data in the Siemens Starter Software)

by Wally Gastreich | Sep 9, 2019

Welcome to lesson 4 of How to control a VFD with a PLC. We have created this series of lessons discussing the steps to configure and program communication between a Rockwell ControlLogix PLC and a Siemens VFD. We will use the Siemens Starter software to setup the...

What is an Emergency Shutdown System?

by James Jowett | Sep 2, 2019

Welcome to another article made by RealPars! Today we are going to learn about what an Emergency Shutdown or ESD system is. Emergency Shutdown vs. Emergency Stop Let us consider a small control system assembling a toy car. We have several parts that need to go in a...

What is a Load Cell? | Types of Load Cells

by Luke Prielipp | Aug 26, 2019

A lot of people have the morning routine of stepping on a scale to check their weight. What most people don’t know is that they are using a very simple “load cell” to find out their weight. Old scales used to use weights to try and level out the two sides of the...

What is a Boiler and How does it Work?

by James Jowett | Aug 19, 2019

In this article, we are going to discover what an industrial boiler is, and how it works. But first, let us consider the term heat. Heat is vital in everyone’s day to day lives. Whether it be heat to warm up our surroundings, or heat to be able to cook food, we all...

How to Control a VFD with a PLC – Part 3 (Siemens VFD Configuration)

by Wally Gastreich | Aug 12, 2019

Welcome to lesson 3 of How to control a VFD with a PLC. We have created this series of lessons discussing the steps to configure and program communication between a Rockwell ControlLogix PLC and a Siemens VFD. As a prerequisite, please take a look at Part 1 and Part...

What is a Spool Valve and How does it Work?

by Dan Crimmins | Aug 5, 2019

A Spool valve can be found in almost every industry you can imagine performing a wide range of tasks. Spool valves can be used in both hydraulics (where the oil is the energy source) or Pneumatics (where the air is the energy source) and their job is to control the...

What is a UPS? (Uninterruptible Power Supply)

by James Jowett | Jul 29, 2019

So, what is a UPS, or Uninterruptible Power Supply? An Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device that is used to keep computers and equipment safe when there is a loss, or a significant reduction, in the primary power source. To achieve this, the UPS houses several...

What is a Fire Alarm System? (Fire Detection System)

by Dan Crimmins | Jul 22, 2019

Fire Alarm System is designed to alert us to an emergency so that we can take action to protect ourselves, staff and the general public. Fire alarms are found in Offices, Factories, and public buildings, they are a part of our everyday routine but are often overlooked...

What is IP Rating? (Ingress Protection Rating)

by Luke Prielipp | Jul 15, 2019

In this article, we are going to discuss the international rating system that classifies devices for different environmental conditions. That rating system is called the Ingress Protection or IP rating as it is commonly referred to. Electrical devices are found all...