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MagneMotion Guide Part 9: Traffic Jam Prevention

Previous Installments MagneMotion Guide Part 1: Creating Configuration Files MagneMotion Guide Part 2: Starting up and Commissioning a Track MagneMotion Guide Part 3: Controlling a System with a PLC MagneMotion Guide Part 4: Using Path an...


Converting PLC-5 to ControlLogix with RSLogix Project Migrator - Part One

Upgrading legacy systems is a nerve-wracking experience. Will the hardware swap go smoothly? Will wiring errors be introduced during the swap? Just how many errors will the programmer make when converting hundreds (or thousands) of rungs of logic? An...


Streamline Rockwell’s Application Code Manager with Excel

Rockwell’s Application Code Manager (ACM for short) is well known throughout the controls industry. ACM aids in bulk loading PLC object instances for many types of projects ranging from small repeatable process skid projects to DCS applications...


How to Use Application Code Manager (ACM) with PlantPAx Distributed Control System (DCS)

Rockwell's Application Code Manager (ACM) can be used with PlantPAx to rapidly generate Control Module, Equipment Module, and Phase configuration that adheres to standard templates and best practices. Here's a quick start guide on setting up ...


DMC Achieves Rockwell Automation Gold System Integrator Status

DMC is now a Rockwell Automation Gold System Integrator. Rockwell Automation is a global leader in the industrial automation industry. Their solutions optimize productivity, efficiency, and sustainability for manufacturing and indus...


How to Use FactoryTalk View Studio Command Line

During last year's ROKLive event in Orlando, I learned about a feature in FactoryTalk View Site Edition that I have already begun leveraging in all my projects: the FactoryTalk View Studio Command Line. The Command Line can be access...


DMC Achieves Rockwell Automation Recognized System Integrator Certification

DMC has achieved the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork certification as a Recognized System Integrator. Rockwell Automation is a leader in automation. Their expertise is built off the understanding of the factory floor and business models that wi...


Emulate a Studio 5000 Controller and Connect to a FactoryTalk VIEW ME Project

Emulating a controller is a useful way to test PLC code and an HMI project when physical hardware is not available. This blog will walk you through how to do so using Rockwell’s Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk VIEW ME. 1. Software Setup To em...


Tips for Allen-Bradley Control Panel Design

DMC has extensive experience programming, commissioning, and designing control panels with Allen-Bradley hardware. During the design process, we can help guide hardware selection and ensure that each component is wired properly, taking advantage of R...


Remote Support for Industrial Automation

Novel Coronavirus (a.k.a. COVID-19) is presenting challenges across the economy, and the factory floor is no exception. With travel bans, team members working remotely, and limited access to outside support personnel, individuals that rely on Industr...


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