A look at Advanced HMI, a free plug-in for VB.Net that can be used to create HMIs for various PLC platforms. I also showed a preview of another video I am working on that covers PLC simulation code I use in my classes. Ultimately I hope to use Advanced HMI to create...

A behind the scenes look at the technology stack here at the Automation Academy, where it came from and what it looks like to Paul Gold.

 A discussion on Object Oriented Programming (OOP), templates and how it relates to Allen-Bradley programming. Gary Prat had a few thing to say about his OOIP concept.

A look at the Automation Direct Productivity CODESYS PLC and a discussion on Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

A recap of the inaugural Mastering the Machine Workshops held at my facility January 8-19 and a bit about my upcoming trip to Automation Direct in Atlanta January 23.

Mastering the Machine Zoom webinar, open discussion on New Years' Eve eve. What I'm up to at the Automation Academy, preparations for the Mastering the Machine workshops in January, my 3D printing adventures and more. A brief discussion on PLC platforms with a couple...

Mastering the Machine Zoom webinar with Phil Scruggs on a control system he put together for the Olberich Art Center in Madison, Wisconsin using a Raspberry Pi, Home Assistant and some relays. Shows what you can do on a low budget! Also a description of January's...

Mastering the Machine Zoom webinar on Siemens TIA Portal version 18 with pricing and installation issues. Also a description of January's upcoming Mastering the Machine workshops.

Mastering the Machine Zoom webinar on Automation Direct's Productivity software and unboxing of the Productivity 2000 starter kit.

Mastering the Machine Zoom webinar on PLC Cross-referencing. Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley RSLogix500 and Studio 5000.