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PLCs & Machine Control

Programmable logic controllers, machine controllers and the control components that coordinate a line's logic, timing and sequencing.

OMRON NX-series machine controller with Sysmac engineering software screens
OMRON machine-controller hardware and engineering software.
Selection guidance

Match the component to the application.

Start with the machine sequence, the signals it needs and the equipment it must coordinate. GEA can help review controller and I/O options alongside the software, networks and support needs of the application.

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  1. What logic, timing and motion tasks must the controller coordinate?
  2. Which I/O types, signal counts and expansion needs should the architecture support?
  3. What installed platforms, communication protocols and engineering software must it work with?
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Open a GEA brand guide where available, browse the manufacturer’s online catalog, or ask our team about the selection.

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A closer look at the technology

Relevant product families.

Explore representative families and their selection factors. Links open the store catalog or manufacturer details; the full category catalog remains available above.

Phoenix Contact PLCnext Technology starter kit on a demonstration panel
Phoenix Contact

PLCnext Technology

An open industrial-automation ecosystem combining real-time controllers, modular I/O, engineering software and flexible integration with higher-level languages and cloud services.

Selection factors
Controller & I/O architecture · Programming environment · Networking & security
Product knowledge + application support

Find the product. Work through the application.

Bring the part number, specification or production requirement. GEA's Texas team can help review product fit and how the technology connects to the rest of your system.

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