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# Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Acting as the digital brain of a factory, a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a rugged computing device used to automate production and control machinery.

PLCs are purpose-built to endure the demanding conditions often found on a factory floor. They operate by continuously monitoring inputs from sensors and switches on the factory floor. Based on a pre-programmed logic, the PLC then sends output signals to control devices like motors, conveyor belts, and valves. This automated control allows for highly reliable, precise, and repeatable operations. By replacing complex, hard-wired relay circuits, PLCs offer immense flexibility, making them a foundational technology for modern automation.

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