Programmable Controllers, Second Edition [Paperback]

E. A. Parr (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 5, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0750639350 | ISBN-13: 978-0750639354 | Edition: 2

An invaluable guide to the application and use of programmable controllers. If you use PLCs or Programmable Electronic Systems then this book will explain the theoretical knowledge needed for modern process control applications, and give you practical help with the economic, maintenance and safety aspects.

Concerned with the application and use of programmable controllers, it covers the range from simple relay replacement sequencing controllers costing a few hundred pounds to large distributed systems with analog PID control and extensive graphic facilities. Also covered are single board computer systems used for control purposes, and programmable instruments.


· Excellent general introduction to application and use of programmable controllers.
· Includes latest information on IEC1131, safety legislation, communications and EMC.
· Covers theory and the practical aspects.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'An excellent addition to the range of books on PLCs. If you want to be bang up to date with the latest practical guide on PLCs, this is the book to buy - and very good value too!'
Control and Instrumentation

'Anyone about to use PLCs for the first time will find this guide a very good introduction to the subject...it is also a useful general source of information for anyone working with industrial control systems and instrumentation.'
Electrical Review

'There is a great deal of thought-provoking advice in this book.'
Electrotechnology

Book Description

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) lie at the heart of modern industrial control systems; this book is the PLC guide for engineers written by an engineer. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Newnes; 2 edition (January 5, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750639350
• ISBN-13: 978-0750639354
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,311,680 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The PLC book for Automation Managers/Engineers, August 2, 2001

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Joe De Waele (Belgium) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Programmable Controllers, Second Edition (Paperback)

Most books dealing with PLC's are intended for technicians who would like to know more about the subject. This book is different. The author not only explains how to use a PLC, but he also shows why the PLC still plays a crucial role in most automated processes. Other PLC related subjects like communication, HMI and safety aspects are clearly described without loosing the basic subject. By comparing different PLC types, this book will also attract Automation Managers/Engineers who are considering a PLC in their automation concept.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For managers - yes this is good, May 21, 2004

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Alexander E. Paulsen "AlexP" (Jacksonville, Fl United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Programmable Controllers, Second Edition (Paperback)

I agree with the previous reviewer. This a book for managers and would be a great help for descision makers in deciding how best to use PLC technology.

This is not a techincal book per-se but I think should be in every system integrators library.

I have found this to be great help as reference when talking to prsoective customers on best to implement an automation project. This is most serious weakness of most managers in the engineering world.

Very good.

5 stars - highly recommended