The ABB AC500 PLC is an advanced, modular Programmable Logic Controller designed to monitor, control and optimise industrial automation processes. The AC500 is available from LED Controls and is trusted in critical applications the world over, including the Wendlingen water supply network in Germany.

Intelligent control for a vital service

The Wendlingen water distribution network includes pumping and pressure boosting stations, water storage and metering points spread across the site. Control of these separate parts is centralised in eleven ABB AC500 PLCs working together.

The PLCs continuously monitor water flow, pressure and system performance, collecting information from sensors across the network and automatically adjusting pumps and valves to maintain a reliable and efficient water supply. Read more about the project here.

Built for demanding applications

The Wendlingen project highlights what makes the ABB AC500 such a stand-out PLC platform.

  • Modular design that can be expanded as systems grow.
  • High-performance processing for complex automation tasks.
  • Support for a wide range of industrial communication protocols.
  • Easy integration with HMIs, SCADA systems and variable speed drives.
  • Secure, reliable operation for critical infrastructure.
  • Remote monitoring and diagnostics to reduce downtime.

Whether controlling a single machine or an entire industrial process, the AC500 is designed to deliver dependable performance day after day.

More than water treatment

The AC500 is used across a wide range of industries, including:

  • Manufacturing
  • Food and beverage
  • Building automation
  • Material handling
  • Process industries
  • Infrastructure projects
  • Energy applications

Your ABB AC500 supplier

As an ABB Value Provider, LED Controls supplies the complete range of ABB AC500 PLCs, along with CPUs, I/O modules, communication modules and accessories. Whatever your automation needs, LED Controls and ABB are here to provide.

Browse our range of ABB AC500 PLCs or contact LED Controls for expert advice on how to create the perfect PLC network for your automation system.