The PLC outputs will be attached to a bank of relays, which will close an internal contact, allowing electricity to be sent out to toggle on or off a device on the manufacturing line. Contactors are used to drive motors, whereas relays control devices such as lights and fans.
“There are many kits and products available to electricians today that simplify their work and help increase productivity,” Anderson says. “The properties of electrical tapes have also been steadily improved over the years. These proven products can be adapted to many important electrical insulation tasks, and they continue to be valuable assets for our industry. For that reason, we continue to stress the importance of taping skills and strong product and application knowledge.”