Upgrade your control. Simplify your process.

Automation shouldn’t slow you down — it should drive performance. That’s why we offer PLC platforms built for speed, reliability, and scalable control.

Schneider Electric’s Modicon line delivers industrial-grade control with seamless connectivity and built-in diagnostics. From standalone machines to plant-wide systems, Modicon scales with your operation.

Modicon PLC

What’s possible with Modicon? 

  • Seamless Integration Across Systems – Modicon PLCs support open protocols like Modbus TCP and Ethernet/IP, enabling smooth integration with platforms like Rockwell and Siemens.
  • Cybersecure, Connected Control – Integrated cybersecurity and native Ethernet backplanes protect your infrastructure while supporting real-time system communication.
  • Scalable Platforms from Machine to Plant – Modicon PLCs scale from standalone machines to distributed systems—no reprogramming or redesign required.
  • Built for Harsh Industrial Environments – Designed to perform in high-vibration, high-temperature, and corrosive conditions across manufacturing, water, and energy applications.
  • Future-Ready with Edge and IIoT Capabilities – Gain insights at the edge, integrate with EcoStruxure™, and enable predictive maintenance, remote diagnostics, and cloud visibility.
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Modicon PLC Family

Schneider Electric's Modicon
PLC options 

Modicon M221
Small footprint. Big control. 

Built for: Packaging, HVAC, & entry-level automation.

  • Quick setup using EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert - Basic.

  • Compact design with onboard I/O and communication.
  • Ideal for space-limited panels and simple machines.
Modicon M241
High-speed logic with built-in motion control. 

Built for: Bottling lines, pick-and-place systems, & small robotics.

  • Supports up to 4 axes of synchronized motion control. 
  • Onboard Ethernet, CANopen, and serial for fast integration. 
  • Optimized for modular, high-speed applications. 
Modicon M251
Distributed control with built-in networking. 

Built for: Multi-station machines, process skids, & remote I/O systems. 

  • Dual Ethernet ports for distributed architectures. 
  • Embedded web server for remote diagnostics. 
  • Scalable for decentralized and connected systems.
Modicon M580
Redundancy. Security. Performance. 

Built for: Water treatment, food processing, & energy infrastructure. 

  • Redundant power and hot standby options. 
  • Cybersecure design aligned with IEC 62443 standards.
  • Native Ethernet backplane for real-time performance. 

Real-world success stories. 

Automation Environment
MANUFACTURING
Increased Output by 17% Without Adding Staff

ArcelorMittal upgraded to Modicon M580 PLCs to meet rising production demands without expanding labor. The upgrade improved response times, tightened quality control, and expanded operational visibility. 

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Emerson PLC Products
OIL & GAS
Reduced Downtime Across 300 Wells

An independent operator improved uptime and cut site visits with a Schneider Electric remote automation system—giving operators full control without stepping onsite. Schneider Electric delivered a remote automation system that improved uptime, cut unnecessary field visits, and gave operators full control without stepping on site. 

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Emerson PLC Products
WATER TREATMENT
Cut Energy Costs by 15% While Modernizing

Veolia faced rising demand and limited resources. Using Schneider Electric’s integrated control system, they streamlined water treatment cycles, lowered energy use, and improved overall system performance without increasing manual oversight. 

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