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Learning RSLogix 5000 Programming

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Learning RSLogix 5000 Programming

Overview of this book

RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000's Logix Designer are user-friendly interfaces used for programming the current generation of Rockwell Automation Controllers including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and SoftLogix. When engineering automation solutions using Logix, it is important to study the changes to the platform introduced with Studio 5000 and the various controllers, modules, and form factors available today. RSLogix 5000 programming packages help you maximize performance, save project development time, and improve productivity. This book provides a detailed overview of the Logix platform including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and SoftLogix and explains the significant changes introduced in Studio 5000. A clear understanding of the recent Logix platform changes is critical for anyone developing a Rockwell Automation solution. It provides an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach to learning the essential Logix hardware and software components and provides beginners with a solid foundation in the Logix platform features and terminology. By the end of this book, you will have a clear understanding of the capabilities of the Logix platform and the ability to navigate the Rockwell Automation Literature Library Resources.
Table of Contents (18 chapters)
Learning RSLogix 5000 Programming
Credits
About the Author
About the Reviewers
www.PacktPub.com
Preface
Rockwell Automation Literature Library Resource
Index

Summary


In this chapter, we learned about the controllers available within Rockwell Automation's Integrated Architecture. We also explored the history of Rockwell Automation and evolution of the industry-leading Logix platform. We now have an idea of the controller solutions available within Integrated Architecture, and are capable of making basic solution architecture decisions. In the appendix of this book, you can find links to Rockwell Automation Literature Library where you can dive deeper into the topics covered in this chapter.

In the next chapter, we will introduce the various networking and communication options available for the Rockwell Automation Logix controllers.