PLCnext Technology Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) are the workhorses of industrial automation because they provide a reliable and robust solution. But industrial automation never stands still; it continues to adapt to users' needs. Today's users need flexibility, scalability and adaptability. The conventional PLC and DCS cannot fill this need because they have a closed nature.
Why a new PLC with open architecture?
Industrial automation needs systems that can easily integrate new technologies, simplify software reuse and prevent vendor lock-ins. Systems with an open architecture can fill this need, which is why Phoenix Contact has developed a new type of controller. The PLCnext Controller! A controller with an open architecture.
Apps implement
Open architectures consist of components with standardized interfaces. Therefore, at the basis of PLCnext Technology is a component-based development method that allows apps to be deployed directly from a store on the PLCnext Controller. The ultimate form of reuse. Components cannot exist without standard interfaces. Therefore, PLCnext Technology supports standard interfaces such as REST and OPC UA.
PLCnext Technology plays an important role in the fourth industrial revolution. Its openness allows innovation techniques, such as machine-learning and augmented-reality, to be easily and quickly implemented in the application.
Empowering people in technology
We are happy to share our expertise in the field of PLCnext Technology with you. Our professionals are happy to support you in your further development through our training courses, offering both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Please contact us about the possibilities.
PLCnext Technology training offerings
Within the PLCnext Technology category, we offer the following course(s):
E-learning PLCnext Engineer Basics
Explore independently and at your own tempo the possibilities of PLCnext Technology and dive into the PLCnext Ecosystem.
E-learning PLCnext Engineer eHMI
Learn independently and at your own pace the basic skills for creating PLCnext Control's eHMI pages.
E-learning PLCnext engineer App for App Store
Learn at your own pace how to create your own app for the PLCnext Control.
Training PLCnext Technology IEC programming (EN)
Are you transitioning to PLCnext Technology? This training ensures that the IEC runtime holds no secrets for you and program professional PLCnext Control IEC applications.
Training Fundamentals of cybersecurity
Digitalization without cybersecurity is like a car without a steering wheel. Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity. Sign up and take a TÜV Rheinland exam.