[Doug Reneker] decided to evaluate an Arduino versus a PLC in a relatively simple industrial-style application. The application is a simple closed-loop control of flow generated by a pump.

There is actually a PLC from Arduino, and if you want to dip your toes into the PLC world then take a look at this drum kit based on the Arduino Opta.

At the core of the Arduino PLC Starter Kit lies the Arduino Opta mini PLC, a state-of-the-art microcontroller that serves as the brain of your automation projects. This powerful device boasts ...

Arduino and PLC? Yes, it exists. Come explore where Arduino and industrial control meet. This is the first part of a multi part series where TK gets us up and running.

Registering takes seconds - click below, or login if you are already a registered user. Arduino PLC Starter Kit plugs into industrial automation The Arduino team has announced a PLC Starter Kit aimed ...

Arduino has released Arduino PLC IDE a new version of its IDE (integrated development environment) software for use with PLCs (programmable logic controllers). The software supports the use of Ladder ...

Those of you that enjoy building projects using Arduino might be interested in this new Arduino compatible PLC available in three different size, designed by SG-Tronic. Controllino is a ...

The starter kit includes the Arduino Opta Wi-Fi, an easy-to-use micro PLC with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) capabilities for real-time control, monitoring and predictive maintenance. Students ...