Automation

     Automation :

1. the technique of making an apparatus, a process, or a system operate automatically
2. automatically controlled operation of an apparatus, process, or system by mechanical or electronic devices that take the place of human labor
3. the state of being operated automatically

     Automation has historically been a field for industrial uses but has started working it's way into the home as well.

• Allen-Bradley
• Modicon
• DirectPLC
• Omron
• Mitsubishi