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Using an object-oriented, recipe-based approach, DMC developed a flexible control system for assembling engines and other automotive components.\u00a0Sequencing logic is stored in PLC data tables and can be easily edited from the operator interface.\u00a0Users simply define their production sequence by selecting from a list of predefined, configurable functions.\u00a0This allows the client to make continuous changes and improvements to their system\u00a0<strong>without<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>the need for a programmer.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Because the sequencing functionality is not hard-coded, the same software was utilized on multiple production lines that produced completely different products (engines, instrument panels, cooling modules, etc.).\u00a0This resulted in a huge cost saving when starting up new facilities.\u00a0In all, DMC implemented the flexible system at three production facilities across the country.<\/p>\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" data-id=\"13665\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dmcinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/27170428\/Engine-Close-View-1.jpg\" alt=\"Engine Close View\" class=\"wp-image-13665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.dmcinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/27170428\/Engine-Close-View-1.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.dmcinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/27170428\/Engine-Close-View-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Engine Close View<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traditional PLC programs utilize hardcoded sequencing logic. 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