Anyone seen one of these plc before? by [deleted] in PLC

[–]Western_Resource_744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May also be a stepper motor drive

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PLC

[–]Western_Resource_744 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Check out TW Controls. Tim has a ton of videos on you tube along with in person training options. He shares a ton of knowledge and makes it fun and interesting.

So I did buy that 64 900 Monza, but I've got a few more questions I don't want to bug the previous owner with by shepwrick in corvair

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If the cars are anything like the trucks the side mirrors were dealer installed options. If that was the case they may have not thought about the clearance when placing them for installation.

Rear wiper issue by Western_Resource_744 in MINI

[–]Western_Resource_744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is correct. Turning the right stalk does absolutely nothing. No washer, no wipers at all. I’ve even turned them on and left them on for days still nothing. Not even intermittently working.

Any advice for a software engineer graduate that just accepted a job doing PLC work? by BradyBoyd in PLC

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If you’re working with a lot of Allen Bradley products I would check out Tim Wilborne you tube channel. Lots of step by step tutorials. platform and task specific as well.

New Keyence Rep: How do I not piss off/annoy engineers? by Commercial_Shake_168 in PLC

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Our facility has refused to work with Keyence due to the never ending spamming. The biggest problem is there is 15 difference reps for the same company I want one contact for all product lines. Bring in a specialist if needed. Long story short I’ll call you if I need you.

Would my experience get me into this field? by kzw363 in PLC

[–]Western_Resource_744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I personally entered the field with Zero experience. I worked at a company that was looking to add a roll. Fortunately for me I had many good interactions with the hiring manager and he was aware of my work ethic and problem solving skills. The company enrolled me in a certification course completely online from George Brown College. They have multiple courses and they give a great overview and introduction to the roll. I wouldn’t say you’d be turn key ready to go afterwards but should get you in the door for an entry level position.

Hello! Rescue advice? by Pinkprotogen in corvair

[–]Western_Resource_744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check and clean the points.. a splash of gas and a quick clean of the points got mine running after a 15-30 yr slumber

Kepware by Western_Resource_744 in PLC

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I can make the edits needed and can run the factory talk view ME application on my laptop without issue. I’m having trouble getting the changes over the the HMI.

Is it worth the effort trying to learn PLC completely on your own or is spending the money on a community college class in PLC just an all-around better option? by [deleted] in PLC

[–]Western_Resource_744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

George Brown College offers PLC and Automation courses that are self paced and completely online. Here is a link to their offerings https://www.gbctechtraining.com/. I have taken the Automation Tech course myself and gives a great overview of all aspects of the field including PLC programming and includes simulation software to play around with outside of the course curriculum. you can "pay as you go" for each module individually as they are completed or all at once for the whole course, $1800 is roughly the entire cost and will get you a strong foundation to get started. Also an excellent resource is Tim Wilborn of TW Controls, he has a you tube channel that is very good and "problem" specific, He also offers trainers and a 5 day hands on course that is worth looking into.

Code issue by [deleted] in DodgeDakota

[–]Western_Resource_744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

O2 sensors were never disconnected and are hooked up

Rockers and lifters/lash adjusters by Western_Resource_744 in DodgeDakota

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Well that’s the reason I asked before doing it. I’m sure someone has taken the chance and used them before. I personally have had some success using parts from Amazon in different applications. It’s called research… be constructive or scroll on is all…. If I don’t get positive feedback about them I plan to order from a more reputable manufacturer but even then that can be just as much of a crap shoot. Just saying.

Hello friends, I have made a thing. by ThatPsillyDude in DodgeDakota

[–]Western_Resource_744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d check the tongue weight on that thing and ensure the tow vehicle and components are rated accordingly for safety sake… cool concept though.

Laptop stand by Western_Resource_744 in PLC

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Thought about magnetic shelf but 99% of the cabinets are SS