This Packaging OEM report, brought to you by Design World Magazine, explores the recent advancements in PLC capabilities and how it will impact machine builders and manufacturers alike. In addition to built-in capabilities like safety and cybersecurity, the next step for the PLC is to move from a hardware-based controller to a server-based system.

Download the full article, including comments from CODESYS Corporation VP of Sales, Chris Schulze, who was a contributor on this project.  “The future will have no controller on the shop floor…everything will run in the server room…and it’s not just a vision; it’s already a reality.”