LADSIM

LADSIM is a fully functional ladder logic design and PLC simulation software program that incorporates the basic functions used in PLC ladder programming. LASIM utilises your existing PC turning them into virtual PLCs.
 
LADSIM includes a visual editing environment for graphical programming. A simple ‘drag and drop’ method is used to add functions to the ladder rung, and comments can be added to each rung for documentation purposes. LADSIM functions include inputs, outputs, timers, counters, flags and shift registers. An interactive debugger is included allowing the program to be fully tested before being used to control a specific application.
 
LADSIM incorporates eight internal simulations; Annunciator, Traffic Light, Car Park, Elevator, Drinks Machine, Packing Line, Bottling Plant, based on actual automated systems, and the Industrial Control Trainer (ICT3). Each simulation is designed to aid and test the student’s knowledge of programming in ladder logic.
 
LADSIM also has the ability to be connected to external devices through a suitable interface. A simulation is included of the Bytronic Industrial Control Trainer allowing students to develop the skills required to control an actual device. The student then moves on to control the Industrial Control Trainer through the real I/O capabilities of LADSIM. The internal simulations can also be controlled from a PLC, providing the student with the opportunity safely to test their subsequent PLC programming skills.
 
The courseware begins with a general introduction to PLCs, the various programming methods available and the fundamentals of ladder logic programming. Students are introduced to the functions of LADSIM and are then given the task of developing programs to monitor and control each of the simulations.