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Understand IEC 61131-10 to more easily transfer PLC applications

Aug 13, 2026

As automation systems evolve and become increasingly complex, IEC 61131-10 represents an important step toward a more flexible and open automation ecosystem, allowing organizations to leverage existing engineering knowledge efforts while adapting to evolving technology requirements.

IEC 61131-10 PLC application portability insights

  • Learn how IEC 61131-10 Programmable controllers – Part 10: PLC open XML exchange format enables PLC applications to be exchanged across compatible engineering platforms through a standardized XML-based format.
  • Understand the connection between IEC 61131-10 and PLCopen XML, including how these standards improve interoperability and enable greater reuse of PLC application components.
  • Explore how open automation standards can simplify platform transitions by reducing redevelopment effort, preserving existing engineering work and providing greater flexibility in selecting control technologies.

Read the article on controleng.com

By: Daniel Hollman, Product Specialist, at Yaskawa America, Inc.