i4 Automation Podcast

A podcast from Andrew & Tom of i4 Automation about the automation industry and updates about the latest tools and equipment they offer from Unitronics and other manufacturers. Including some little bits of knowledge and queries answered along the way. Everything you need to know about factory automation.

i4 Automation Podcast is a technology podcast hosted by i4 Automation, with 0 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #15

  Custom Screens, Custom Hardware and Custom Software YOUR dedicated controller (Podcast 15)

  Mar 11, 202618 minS1

  <p>Tired of restrictive PLC graphics? See how Unistream's colour density and layering capabilities blew away a customer using Raspberry Pis. Get custom, 'sexy' graphics for your application.<br/>See how one customer brilliantly matched their physical buttons and lamps to their website's colour scheme. The HMI editor allows for incredible customisation, including changing button colours, curving elements, and adding borders—making virtually anything on a webpage possible in your physical interface.<br/>Upload custom logos to an SD card for dynamic PLC branding. Change branding without altering the core program, offering flexibility for different customers<br/>Unlock remote access to...

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  Programmers and getting started in PLC automation and control programming (Podcast 14)

  Mar 3, 202615 minS0

  <p>Flowcharts and PLC programming go hand-in-hand — especially in industrial automation projects like the onessupplied by i4 Automation.<br/><br/>Why Use Flowcharts in PLC Programming?<br/>A flowchart is a visual representation of the control logic before you write code.<br/>For PLC projects, flowcharts help you:<br/> • Clarify the machine's sequence of operation<br/> • Reduce commissioning time<br/> • Avoid logic conflicts<br/> • Communicate clearly with customers and electricians<br/> • Simplify documentation for CE/UKCA compliance<br/>They’re especially useful for:<br/> • Sequential machines<br/> • Multi-stage processes<br/> • Fault handling logic<br/> • Alarm management<br/> Flowcharts vs PLC Programming Languages<br/> Most...

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  Episode #13

  8 ways to expand UniStream Control (Podcast 13)

  Feb 24, 202614 minS1

  <p>Lots of options to add Inputs and Outputs (I-O) to your controller, either on the screen, DIN rail mounted, or a combination, plus distributed I-O on networks. We list a few below.<br/>1 Unistream modular I-O<br/>2 Unistream Built-in I-O<br/>3 Unistream Din Rail Mounted I-O <br/>4 Unistream DIN rail-mounted expansion (powered non powered and Long)<br/>5 EtherCat Slice I-O<br/>6 Modbus Slice I-O<br/>7 Modbus Using Vision I-O<br/>8 Ethernet IP Slice I-O</p>

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  Episode #12

  5 ways to expand your Vision controller and the pros and cons (Podcast 12)

  Feb 17, 202613 minS1

  <p>Unitronics is known for its all-in-one PLC but how do you add more inputs and outputs? What are the options?<br/>In this short video we show you 6 ways to expand your IO.<br/>1.  CANbus, using Unitronics own brand IO modules and slice IO<br/>2.  Ethernet using slice IO<br/>3.  Standard expansion using the expansion port<br/>4. Snap-in module fitted to the rear<br/>but what are the restrictions.....<br/><br/>### 🛠 Quick Tips<br/><br/>Mix methods: You can combine local SNAP in and DIN rail, IO solutions with remote (CANbus), and Ethernet IO system — but total IO must fit the...

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  Episode #11

  How to Specify a Unitronics Servo Drive – We’ll Guide You Step by Step (Podcast 11)

  Feb 11, 202615 minS1

  <p>How to Specify a Unitronics Servo Drive – We’ll Guide You Step by Step<br/><br/>Choosing the right servo system doesn’t need to be complicated. At i4 Automation, we’ll talk you through the process to make sure you get the right solution first time.<br/><br/>Here’s what we’ll help you define:<br/>🔹 Encoder<br/>Absolute encoder <br/>🔹 Motor Selection<br/>With or without mechanical brake<br/>Low or medium inertia motor<br/>Required torque calculation<br/>Do you need a braking resistor? Energy dissipation considerations<br/>🔹 Servo Controller Communication<br/>CANopen<br/>EtherCAT + STO (Safe Torque Off...

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