What are Industrial Controls?
Industrial controls are systems and devices used in manufacturing to automatically monitor, manage, and perform industrial processes. Industrial controls can include hardware like sensors, actuators, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), as well as software for managing manufacturing processes.
Industrial controls play a major role in optimizing manufacturing processes by reducing human error, maintaining consistent product quality, and ensuring all safety and environmental standards are being met. They are used across a wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and chemical manufacturing, to name a few.
How do Industrial Control Solutions Work?
Industrial control solutions use sensors to collect real-time data from machines and processes. This data is leveraged by various controllers, like PLCs and distributed control systems (DCS), to carry out processes based on predefined instructions. Based on these instructions, the controller then sends commands to equipment and machinery, such as actuators or motors, to adjust the process as needed. These systems ensure processes run efficiently, safely, and with minimal human intervention.
