Technical Guides

Which Allen-Bradley parts to keep on the shelf — controllers, drives, I/O, networking, HMI.

How to find and qualify obsolete and discontinued Allen-Bradley parts — and when to migrate instead.

When to repair an Allen-Bradley drive, controller or HMI — and when to replace.

PowerFlex 4/4M/40 vs 523/525/527 vs 753/755 — the practical selection guide for AC drives.

A complete selection guide covering Kinetix 5100, 5300, 5500 and 5700 — power range, network, feedback, and motor compatibility.

How Kinetix drives, servo motors and Logix controllers work together for coordinated motion.

Replace 1785 PLC-5 processors and 1771 I/O with ControlLogix 1756 — conversion tools, chassis adapters, and timing.

Why MicroLogix is end-of-life, and how to migrate code, I/O, and HMIs to current platforms.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley GuardLogix — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley CompactLogix — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley ControlLogix — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Micro800 Programmable Controllers — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Kinetix Servo Drives — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley PowerFlex AC Drives (VFDs) — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley MicroLogix Controllers (Legacy) — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Platform (Legacy) — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley PLC-5 Platform (Legacy) — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Stratix Industrial Ethernet Switches — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Allen-Bradley Servo Motors — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley PowerFlex — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Flex I/O — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Kinetix — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley PanelView — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

A practical buying guide for Allen-Bradley Point I/O — models, prefixes, compatibility and replacement options.

Securing operational technology requires protecting physical assets and control networks from cyber risks without impacting critical plant operations.

Extend the operational lifespan of your industrial Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) with this expert technical guide on thermal management, capacitor care, and preventive maintenance.

Discover the engineering and architecture differences between Safety PLCs and Standard PLCs, focusing on hardware redundancy, diagnostic coverage, and safety integrity.

Get your ABB ACS880 variable frequency drive operating at peak efficiency. This comprehensive technical guide details the essential commissioning steps, crucial parameter groups, and DTC tuning.

Struggling to choose between Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 and S7-1500 PLCs? Learn how processing speed, memory structures, and hardware limits define the boundaries of your automation control systems.

An architectural deep-dive into Rockwell Automation’s premier PAC families. Compare ControlBus performance, distributed I/O limits, and true hardware redundancy.

Get started with Siemens TIA Portal. This comprehensive technical guide covers the essential framework concepts, hardware configuration, programming steps, and troubleshooting tips.

An in-depth look at standard ControlLogix redundant chassis designs, examining synchronization, redundancy modules, and diagnostics for high-availability systems.

Master the setup of your Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 VFD with our comprehensive, step-by-step commissioning guide. From basic wiring to EtherNet/IP configuration, get running quickly.

IO-Link (IEC 61131-9) is the first standardized, point-to-point I/O technology worldwide. Discover how this network architecture supports smart automation networks.

Maximize your industrial control system efficiency. This comprehensive technical guide outlines key programming standards and code structures for modern PLCs.

An in-depth technical comparison of PLC, PAC, and Industrial PC (IPC) architectures, execution models, and engineering trade-offs to help you select the exact control framework for your applications.

Choosing between servo and stepper motors is critical for industrial automation performance. This technical guide breaks down their design philosophies, speed-torque curves, and feedback mechanisms.

A comprehensive technical guide to understanding Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), explaining risk reduction calculations, industrial standards like IEC 61511, and safety-rated hardware design.

Choosing between EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus TCP is critical for system reliability. This guide compares their speed, protocols, and hardware integration.

Selecting the correct VFD requires careful evaluation of motor nameplate data, load dynamics, and installation environments to prevent early component failure.

A poorly designed Human-Machine Interface (HMI) compromises safety and lowers efficiency. Optimize your industrial control system using high-performance design principles.