B&R

B&R is a global supplier of industrial automation systems used to control, synchronize, and monitor machine and factory automation environments. A member of the ABB Group, B&R (Bernecker + Rainer Industrie-Elektronik GmbH) is widely deployed in machine-building and manufacturing environments where deterministic control, integrated motion, and system consistency are required. B&R automation platforms are commonly implemented in machine and production systems that rely on tightly integrated PLC, motion, safety, and visualization architectures. PLC Direct supplies B&R PLCs and automation hardware used in existing B&R-based systems. Our B&R collection supports customers sourcing replacement parts, legacy components, and installed-base hardware to maintain and extend the life of B&R PLC systems already in operation.

Why Choose B&R Automation Solutions

B&R is recognized for its unified automation architecture that integrates PLC control, motion control, safety, and visualization within a single engineering and runtime environment. Rather than separating control domains, B&R designs automation platforms intended to operate cohesively across machine and factory automation systems.

B&R systems and automation components are commonly used in:

• Machine-building and OEM manufacturing environments
• Discrete manufacturing and industrial production
• Motion-intensive applications requiring synchronized control
• Robotics and mechatronic systems
• Factory automation systems with distributed control architectures

This level of adoption reflects B&R’s emphasis on deterministic performance, modular system design, and long-term platform continuity across B&R automation PLC environments.

B&R Products and Solutions

B&R organizes its automation portfolio around modular product families designed to support different performance, environmental, and system architecture requirements while maintaining a consistent control framework. The B&R collection at PLC Direct focuses on hardware used in installed B&R systems, supporting maintenance and lifecycle continuity rather than new system deployment.

B&R Product Families

B&R product families commonly supported include:

• X20 System: PLCs, I/O, controllers, and control hardware used in machine and line automation with POWERLINK communication and modular embedded controllers
• X90 System: PLC and I/O components designed for mobile and harsh-environment automation
• Power Panel: Integrated PLC and HMI devices used in compact machine designs
  B&R Industrial PCs: Control platforms used for high-performance automation and visualization
• APROL: Scalable process control system components for distributed and plant-level automation supporting up to 64 runtime servers
• ACOPOS servo drives and motion controllers for synchronized multi-axis applications

These platforms are often deployed as part of integrated B&R controller architectures within coordinated machine and factory automation systems.

B&R Products Available on PLC Direct

• Products available through PLC Direct’s B&R collection include:
• B&R PLC units and controllers across X20 and other families
• X20 I/O modules and automation system components
• Industrial PCs and integrated control panels
• ACOPOS servo drives and motion control hardware
• Automation accessories and supporting hardware

These products are typically sourced for repair, replacement, or lifecycle support of existing BR automation PLC installations.

Lifecycle Support for B&R Systems

PLC Direct supports B&R automation systems by supplying inventory-backed B&R industrial automation hardware used across multiple stages of the system lifecycle. Our focus is on helping customers maintain operational continuity within existing B&R automation environments.

Support coverage includes:

• B&R automation hardware used in currently operating systems.
• Components commonly found in earlier and legacy B&R installations.
• Select discontinued B&R products, subject to availability.

Additional support may include:

• Inventory-backed availability
• Assistance with product identification and compatibility verification
• Sourcing support for hard-to-find B&R automation components
• 1-year PLC Direct warranty on purchased products.

PLC Direct supplies B&R industrial automation hardware for replacement and maintenance purposes and does not provide system design, programming, or integration services.