
PLCnext Technology is the ecosystem for industrial automation consisting of open hardware, modular engineering software, a global community, and a digital software marketplace.


PLCnext Control
Real-time-capable, modular hardware, high-performance controllers, and edge devices, programmable in high-level languages and IEC 61131-3.

PLCnext Store
Solution apps, software modules, runtime systems, and function extensions are available in the PLCnext Store and save time and costs during your application development. You can also become a developer and sell your own app.

PLCnext Community
Through simple cloud integration, the option to use open source software, and the constantly growing expertise of the PLCnext Community, you will benefit from new forms of collaboration.

PLCnext Engineer
Development environment with HTML5 visualization and seamless integration of high-level languages. The basic version is available free of charge.

MEET THE HOSTS

About Phil Seboa
At Nukon, Phil Seboa’s mission is to elevate digital transformation, harnessing the power of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to bring clients' systems into the future. Through his recent experiences at Inductive Automation and Nukon, Phil has honed expertise in system architecture, frontend development, and UI/UX, ensuring that innovative IIoT solutions meet the unique needs of each client.
As a content creator for the Unplugged IIoT Podcast, Phil engages with thought leaders and enthusiasts, sharing insights on the convergence of automation and digital technologies. This role complements his work at Nukon, where he strives to empower organizations through education and strategic IIoT integration, fostering a community passionate about the transformative potential of Industry 4.0.
Fun Fact: Phil once took a football team to a sponsored event at Wembley Arena as a bus driver, scored a goal on the pitch.
About Ed Fuentes
Ed Fuentes is an industrial automation expert with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as a Technical Sales Executive at Inductive Automation Australia. He leverages Industry 4.0 technology to drive digital transformation in the Australian manufacturing sector. Ed's career includes roles at ATS Global and Rockwell Automation, with expertise in account management and technical sales.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from Swinburne University of Technology, and is certified in Ignition Core 8.1 and as a Cisco Certified Network Associate. Dedicated to continuous learning and innovation, Ed is an active participant in industry communities.
He enjoys exploring culinary places, talking to chefs, and using his various BBQs to entertain friends and family.
