Foxboro
Foxboro control system components in this collection are used primarily for installed Foxboro I/A Series platforms, which are now part of Schneider Electric’s industrial automation portfolio. The products focus on FBMs (Fieldbus Modules), CPUs, controllers, and termination assemblies required for system maintenance, spare replacement, and incremental expansion. This category is intended for users maintaining existing Foxboro systems rather than deploying new control architectures.
Blog posts
Core Components of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) in Industrial Automation
A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) serves as the digital backbone of modern factory automation. Whether you are managing complex assembly lines or simple process loops, understanding the hardware and software architecture of a PLC is essential for any control systems engineer.
PLC vs. PC: Navigating the Architectural Differences in Industrial Automation
In the realm of factory automation, professionals often debate the roles of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Personal Computers (PCs). While both devices share fundamental computing architectures—including a processor, memory, and an operating system—their design philosophies diverge significantly. Understanding these distinctions is critical for selecting the right hardware for your industrial control systems.
Essential SCADA Features for Modern IoT-Enabled Industrial Automation
The convergence of traditional SCADA systems with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has redefined factory automation. Choosing a robust platform requires more than just standard monitoring capabilities. In this era of Industry 4.0, your supervisory system must bridge the gap between legacy control systems and enterprise-level data integration.