Incentive™ Software for Industrial Automation

Incentive™ Software is a modular automation platform designed to run on standard PC hardware. It delivers high-performance control, flexible integration, and real-time responsiveness for demanding industrial applications. The Incentive Software suite includes three core components—IncentivePLC, IncentiveAPI, and IncentiveECAT—each designed to streamline development and enhance system capability.

IncentivePLC – PC-Based Control Programming

IncentivePLC is a fast, multitasking controller that enables rapid implementation of control programs. It supports advanced constructs and is programmed using QuickBuilder, a graphical programming environment that runs locally or remotely. IncentivePLC is ideal for machine control, process automation, and embedded applications.

IncentiveAPI – High-Level Automation Interface

IncentiveAPI is a powerful software library that allows developers to write automation code in C#, C++, or VB.Net. It provides direct access to IncentivePLC control programs and external devices via IncentiveECAT. The API includes a comprehensive set of objects and methods for motion control, I/O handling, and system diagnostics.

IncentiveECAT – EtherCAT Master Controller

IncentiveECAT is a software-based EtherCAT master that runs on a dedicated core of your multicore PC. It uses a standard Ethernet port to communicate with up to 64 servo axes, motion drives, or I/O modules. When combined with IncentiveAPI, it enables real-time control of physical devices. Add IncentivePLC for a complete PC-based automation solution.