FORD W-EL3
PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION
| Organization: | FORD |
| Publication Date: | 19 February 2003 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 19 |
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
This Standard describes the requirements for programmable controllers (PLCs), hardware, software, and applications, intended for general use throughout Ford Motor Company that will promote:
(1) Safety to personnel.
(2) Uninterrupted production.
(3) Long life of equipment.
(4) Ease and low cost of maintenance.
Sections 1 thru 7 of this Standard pertains mainly to PLC hardware and software manufacturers.
Sections 8 thru 11 of this Standard pertains mainly to the application and use of the PLC hardware and software.
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