SIMATIC STEP 7 Professional

Description 

STEP 7 Professional comprises the following software packages:

• STEP 7 Basic software
• S7 - Graph.
• S7 - SCL
• S7 - PLCSIM

Besides a considerable price saving in relation to the purchase of the individual components  you can take advantage of reduced installation efforts and the possibility to subscribe to a consolidated Software Update Service.
(See chapter licensing below)

STEP 7 basic Software
STEP 7 basic software is the standard tool for the SIMATIC S7, SIMATIC C7 and SIMATIC WinAC automation systems. It enables the user to use the performance capability of these systems easily and conveniently.
STEP 7 contains convenient functions for all phases of an automation project:

• Configuring and parameterizing the hardware.
• Specifying the communication.
• Programming. 
• Test, start-up and service
• Documentation, archiving.
• Operating/diagnostics functions 
  
  
  

  STEP 7 program tools

  SIMATIC-Manager:
  The SIMATIC Manager manages all data belonging to an automation project, regardless of the target system (SIMATIC S7, SIMATIC C7 or SIMATIC WinAC) on which they are implemented.
  It provides a common entry point for all SIMATIC S7, C7 or WinAC tools. The SIMATIC software tools that are necessary for processing the selected data are automatically started by SIMATIC Manager.
  Symbol-Editor:
  With the tool Symbol Editor all global variables (in contrast to the local formal parameters that are declared when the blocks are programmed) are managed. The following functions are available:
  
  • Definition of symbolic designations and comments for the process signals (inputs/outputs), flags and blocks
  • Sorting functions
  • Data exchange with other Windows programs
  The symbol charts that are generated when this tool is used are available to all software products. Changes to a symbol parameter are therefore automatically recognized by all tools.
  Hardware configuration:
  The tool Hardware Configuration is used for configuring and parameterizing the hardware used for an automation project. The following functions are available:
  
  • Configuration of the automation system  Racks are selected from an electronic catalog and the selected modules are assigned to the required slots in the racks.
  • The configuration of the distributed I/Os is done in the same way as the configuration of the non-distributed I/Os; channel-granular I/O modules are also supported.
  • CPU parameter assignment:
    Properties such as restart characteristics and cycle-time monitoring can be set menu-driven. multicomputing is supported. The entered data are filed in system data blocks in the CPU.
  • Module parameter assignment:
    The user can specify all the adjustable parameters of the modules in input screen forms. Adjustments via DIP switches become unnecessary. Parameterization of hardware modules occurs automatically during the CPU's acceleration. Thus, a change of a module can be made without another parameterization.
  • Function module (FM) and communications processor (CP) parameter assignment:
    This parameterization also occurs within the hardware configuration in the same way as the parameterization of the other modules. For this parameterization hardware-module-specific screen forms and rules are provided for each FM and CP (is included in the FM/CP functions package). The system prevents faulty inputs by offering only allowed entry options on the parameter assignment screen forms.
  Communication configuration 
  
  • Configuring and display of communication links
  • Time-driven cyclic data transmission via MPI:
     - Selection of communication partners
     - Entering of data source and data destination in a table.Generation of all system data
       blocks (SDBs) to be loaded and their complete transmission to all CPUs take place
       automatically
    - Parameterization of the selected communication blocks in the customary programming
      language (e.g., LAD).  
  • Event-driven data transmission
    - Definition of the communication links.
    - Selection of the communication function blocks (CFBs) from the integrated block library.
    - Parameterization of the selected communication blocks in the customary programming
      language (e.g., LAD).
  System diagnostics
  System diagnostics offer the user an overview of the status of the automation system. The display can be in two different forms:
  
  • Display of text messages, which can be output directly and quickly.
  • Pixel-graphics display within the Hardware Config display, offering the following options:
    - Display of general module information (e.g., order number, version, designation) and
      module status (e.g., faulty)
    - Display of module faults (e.g., channel faults) of the central I/O and DP slaves
    - Display of alarms from the diagnostics buffer
  For CPUs, additional information is displayed
  
  • Causes of malfunction during user program execution.
  • Display of cycle duration (longest, shortest and last cycle).
  • Display of the reserved and free memory.
  • Capabilities and usage of MPI communication.
  • Display of the performance data (number of possible inputs/outputs, flags, counters, timers and blocks)
    
    
    

    Programming languages

    The following well-proven programming languages are available:
    
    • Ladder (LAD,
    • Function Block Diagram (FBD)
    • Instruction List (IL)
    The user can create programs that comply with DIN EN 6.1131-3.The user-friendly, pixel-graphics LAD and FBD editors support the programmer with:
    
    • Uncomplicated and intuitive operation:
      The creation of ladder diagrams/function block diagrams is characterized by the user-friendliness familiar from PCs, such as drag and drop, cut and paste.
    • Library of predefined complex functions (such as PID controllers) or user-specific standard solutions 
    The Instruction List (IL) textual programming language makes it possible for the user to create programs in which operating time and memory location are optimized and which are “close to the hardware.” When creating these programs, the programmer is supported by the following user-friendly editing functions:
    
    • Entry option in incremental mode and free text mode: the user can either have each input immediately checked “incrementally” for correctness, or create the complete program using only symbols in a text editor and subsequently have it translated by means of the appropriate symbol chart. 
    
    
    

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S7 droid Lite

Setelah beberapa hari utak atik mengenai android untuk siemens PLC.. Ternyata ada satu software android untuk PLC siemens. Namanya S7droid. Software ini saya coba running test di Andoid Ice Cream Sandwich.

S7Droid - adalah solusi perangkat lunak mobile untuk operasi pengendali Simatic S7 (S7-300, S7 400, S7-1200, S7-200) dan kontrol menggunakan Logo smartphone Android 0BA7 atau tablet. Prasyarat adalah penggunaan sebuah CPs Ethernet untuk berkomunikasi melalui jaringan IP.

Sambungan dapat dibuat melalui WLAN atau sambungan UMTS melalui VPN. S7Droid dapat membaca dan menulis PLC bidang berikut memori dan: Masukan peripheral (digital atau analog) Output peripheral (digital atau analog) Bendera daerah (hanya S7-300 / S7-1200) Data Blok Output dari nilai data dapat dilakukan dalam format berikut:

• BOOL
• BYTE
• WORD
• INT
• DWORD
• REAL
• DINT
• TOD (Time of Day)

S7Droid ditawarkan dalam dua versi: S7Droid Lite Kendali S7Droid Komunikasi dengan PLC melalui perangkat lunak library gratis "libnodave". Selengkapnya library ini bisa di cek disini.

Port dari library  dilakukan dengan menggunakan libnodave Android NDK (Development Kit Native). Fungsi fungsi dikompilasi telah diuji sebelumnya di emulator Android dan HTC Hero.

Pada titik ini juga harus menunjukkan bahwa untuk berubah dengan S7Droid tempat penyimpanan seluruh sebuah PLC adalah dan perangkat lunak harus digunakan hanya oleh orang yang tahu apa yang mereka lakukan.

Berikut ini tampilan software S7Droid di HP Android:

Untuk informasi lengkapnya silahkan cek disini.

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ArchestrA System Platform

ArchestrA System Platform provides a single, scalable software platform for integrating your existing SCADA, Supervisory HMI, MES and EMI systems into a unified operations management solution. It helps drive a culture of success to solve your business problems and accomplish your initiatives.

Maintaining legacy industrial systems can be costly and resource intensive, System Platform is the solution. Its integrated development environment, object based approach and set of common services allows you to build a single, easily maintained and extended “plant model” that represents the physical processes being controlled and supervised at your production facilities. The ArchestrA System Platform also makes configuration, logging, delivery and maintenance of real-time and historical information point-and-click simple.

The System Platform also provides a high-performance process historian with production history archiving and retrieval, along with an industrial web information server that dramatically simplifies the organization and delivery of operations information to all functions within your organization.

Key Benefits

• Integrate People, Information and Processes
• Empower and motivate People to collaborate
• Drive, Enforce and Adapt Processes
• Drive, Enforce and Adapt Standards
• Achieve Consistent High Quality
• Enable innovation and adaptability to Change
• Reduce Risk
• Shorten the Time to Value/Time to Market
• Retain highly valued People
• Increase Profits

Key Capabilities

• Common plant model reduces complexity
• Remote software deployment and maintenance
• Extensible and easily maintained using template-based and object oriented structures
• Powerful role-based security model
• "Optimized for SCADA" network and communication features
• Historical data collection and advanced trending
• Web based reporting capabilities
• Support of Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, Smart Card authentication and Hyper-V virtualization allow highly economic, secure and available systems 

Nucor Steel
System Platform enabled the centralization of all data coming out of the different furnaces in Nucor's melt shop, providing tight integration regardless of its source.
Read the success story (pdf) | View the success story video

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Mechatronics

Mechatronics is the combination of Mechanical engineering, Electronic engineering, Computer engineering, Software engineering, Control engineering, and Systems Design engineering in order to design and manufacture useful products.^[1][2] Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field of engineering, that is to say it rejects splitting engineering into separate disciplines. Originally, mechatronics just included the combination between mechanics and electronics, hence the word is only a portmanteau of mechanics and electronics; however, as technical systems has become more and more complex the word has been "updated" during recent years to include more technical areas.
French standard NF E 01-010 gives the following definition: “approach aiming at the synergistic integration of mechanics, electronics, control theory, and computer science within product design and manufacturing, in order to improve and/or optimize its functionality".


Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid improvements in technology and computer systems. If you like to work with highly automated equipment, computer interfacing, and simulation software, and if you like to see what things are made of and how they work using both your mind and your hands, you will enjoy this program.


Mechatronics is a new, interdisciplinary field involving mechanical, instrumentation, electronics, robotics/automation, computer components and control systems. Systems are networked together to meet the demands of highly automated manufacturing processes and technicians are trained to master the necessary skills.

Mechatronics??

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Kuliah Mechatronic:


Kemudian apa saja pekerjaan di bidang Mechatronic ini... simak di video di bawah ini...

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CX-One Version 4.0: Better Than Ever

Easy and intuitive operation to reduce the work involved in programming.     New Feature 1: Smart Input  A Smart Input Function greatly reduces the work required to input programs A complete range of intuitive programming functions is provided, including instruction and address input assistance, address incrementing, and address Incremental Copy. These functions enable waste-free programming with minimal effort.   New Feature 2: Memory Operation Preview  Easier Preliminary Verification of Position Control Units The memory operation data created on the CX-Programmer for CJ1W-NC[][]4 Position Control Units can be used to display graphs and motion paths for the position or speed operations of each axis. This enables smoother startup and reduces the work required for preliminary system verification. *This function will be supported for EtherCAT-compatible Position Control Unit in the near future.   New Feature 3: Easier Network Link Setting  Easier Setting of Tag Data Links for EtherNet/IP Just drag and drop on the network configuration display of the Network Configurator to create tag data links for EtherNet/IP networks.   New Feature 4: Reusable Designs  Easily Reuse Legacy Programs Data Structures: In addition to arrays, which can be used to manage data with the same data type, data structures can be used to manage data with different data types in the same structure. And the data structures are managed using names and data types rather than I/O memory addresses. Using data structures enables building legacy programs for data processing that can be easily reused. Timer and Counter Data Types: Timer and counter data types can now be treated as symbols. You can thus use them as symbols in arrays to build legacy programs that can be easily reused.   Support for More Hardware Products  Support for the SYSMAC CJ2M (coming soon) Windows7 is now supported!   The following units are also be supported. CP1E-NA20 CPU Units (20 points) Compact NV-series NV4W Programmable Terminals CJ1W-AD042/DA042V Analog I/O Units (high-speed models with direct conversion) CJ1W-SCU22/SCU32/SCU42 Serial Communications Units (high-speed models) The following Units will be supported in the near future. CP1E-E10/E14/N14/N60 (10/14/14/60 points) (coming soon) CJ1W-NC281/NC481/NC881 EtherCAT-compatible Position Control Units (coming soon)

Features

Position Control Communications Setup Integrated into the CX-Programmer (coming soon) Applicable Models: CJ1W-NC[]81 Set Up the Position Control Units and Servo Drives from One Connection Just connect the computer to a CPU Unit port to set up the EtherCAT-compatible Position Control Units and EtherCAT communications. You can also directly start the CX-Drive Support Software to set the Servo Drives connected to the Position Control Units.       Network Applicable Models: CJ2 Easy connection with USB A standard USB cable can be easily connected to the USB port on the front of the CPU Unit.   Easy Connection with EtherNet/IP Easy connection by specifying the computer LAN (Ethernet) port and IP address only.   * CJ2 (built-in EtherNet/IP) CPU Units only.   Prevent Connection Errors by Verifying PLC Names The CJ2 CPU Unit can record a PLC name. Errors in transfers can be prevented ahead of time because the PLC name can be compared with what is in the project file when connecting online.   Easy Setting of Tag Data Links for EtherNet/IP In addition to creating data links with the EtherNet/IP Datalink Tool using I/O memory addresses, you can also use network symbols for tags to easily create the data links. With EtherNet/IP, high-speed, high-volume data links can be created with different cycle specifications for each applications, regardless of the number of nodes. *CJ2 (built-in EtherNet/IP) CPU Units only.     Debugging Time Required for Onsite Startup and Debugging Has Been Significantly Reduced With CX-One version 4.0, debugging is efficient with simultaneously monitoring and management of multiple networks and PLCs. Management of Multiple Networks The operation of networks with configurations consisting of multiple networks including PLC networks such as EtherNet/IP and Controller Link, field networks such as DeviceNet and CompoNet, and networks for Programmable Terminals and Serial Devices, can be restored simultaneously from the CX-One. Onsite start up and debugging can be conducted efficiently and without errors because PLCs and devices can be selected from the window to transfer programs and parameter data to the computer during operation. Ladder Diagram Monitoring for Multiple PLCs Multiple PLCs can be monitored by displaying them in series on the screen. This way it is easy to debug data links between PLCs and monitor the inputs and outputs of different PLCs.   Screen Designing using CX-Designer / NV-Designer The CX-Designer Simplifies the Processes from Screen Design to Debugging for the NS-series Programmable Terminals The time required for designing can be significantly reduced because of the compatibility with SYSMAC CJ-series PLCs. The process of designing screens is easier with expanded functionality. Applicable Units: NS Series, NSJ Series Communications Components and the Smart Active Parts (SAP) Library Significantly Reduces the Time Required to Create Ladder Diagrams and Screens There are over 3,000 Smart Active Parts that can directly access OMRON PLCs and components. Simply select and paste a part from the SAP library onto the screen. Detailed screens and ladder diagrams do not need to be created. Using Software Components, Error Checking and Parameter Setting Can Be Done without a Computer There are many software components in the Software Function SAP Library that can be easily incorporated into the NS-series Programmable Terminals. Simply select and paste software components on the screen. Device errors can be checked and parameters set without a computer. Use the NV-Designer to Easily and Quickly Design Screens for the NV Series of Compact PTs Applicable Units: NV Series   Servomotor Control using CX-Motion-NCF & CX-Motion-MCH The CX-Motion Supports Motion Network Servo Systems Improve productivity of motion network servo systems using MECHATROLINK-II for design, startup, and maintenance. Easy Management of Parameters While Still Connected to PLCs CX-Motion-NCF   Even Easier to Start Up a System CX-Motion-MCH   Control of Temperature Controller using CX-Thermo & CX-Process Tool   The CX-Thermo/CX-Process Software Supports High-level Temperature Control. Setting Temperature Controller Parameters Is Easier CX-Thermo Parameters can be easily set from a list: Easy Parameter Settings Parameters can be set even for Temperature Controllers that do not support communications. Parameters can be saved, and then copied, or reused and edited (Parameters can be exported in CSV or HTML format.)   Displays Only What Is Used To avoid unintentional use of parameters, unused parameters can be masked (i.e., hidden) Applicable Units: E5CN/E5CN-H/E5AN/E5AN-H/E5EN/E5EN-H, EJ1, E5ZN, E5AR/E5AR-T/E5ER/E5ER-T *The DeviceNet type is excluded Programming for the Process Controller Is Easier CX-Process Tool   Control Programs can be constructed by pasting function blocks: Control Can Be Customized Control programs can be constructed by pasting function blocks and connecting them. They can be used for simple PID control, program control, and cascade control.   Easy Creation of an HMI Screens for the NS-series PTs (NS runtime screen) are automatically generated from the function block programs. Standard control screens and tuning screens do not need to be created manually. Applicable Units: CJ1G-CPU4[]P/CPU4[]P-GTC, CS1W-LCB01/LCB05/LCB05-GTC, CS1W-LC001, CS1D-CPU6[]P

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Yokogawa Releases FAST/TOOLS R9.03 SCADA System

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Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces the release of version R9.03 of the FAST/TOOLS web-based SCADA system. Adopted by many innovative industrial automation users worldwide, this platform-independent process management software sets the standard for Operational Excellence. Combining the latest web technology with exceptional quality has resulted in the most advanced SCADA solution yet – one that is designed to meet the latest engineering and maintenance requirements. Thirty years of project experience and innovation in the oil & gas, petrochemical, and power industries are the foundation for this next generation SCADA software.

This greatly enhanced version of the FAST/TOOLS web-based SCADA system enables a new and innovative approach to remote engineering and maintenance, deploying process applications and monitoring via web-based services. Its use of the latest technologies and web-based architecture provides management and maintenance personnel easy and secure access to their assets FAST/TOOLS has high-level system integration capabilities, facilitating ever more intuitive and advanced system deployment and significantly reducing costs.

Main Features

Web-based maintenance, engineering, and application deployment

Remote asset management drives down operating costs and optimizes the sharing and exchange of information. The latest web technologies are incorporated in the Java-based FAST/TOOLS engineering and maintenance environment to enable access and execution within standard web browsers like Internet Explorer and Firefox. This facilitates access by the various start-up and design teams to the application and system software configuration, in a zero deployment and transparent manner. The integrity and confidentiality of process information is preserved. Java was chosen as it can be used with standard web browsers; it is architecturally neutral and provides good support for superb graphics.

Numerous benefits are derived from this concept including global access and sharing of data via collaboration centers and other venues, allowing continuous application development and management to take place. Furthermore, a reduction in the number of required paper documents and the higher level of management efficiency made possible by the continuous availability of process information are expected to lead to a reduction in cycle time.

Secure deployment

A commitment to security policies that are in accordance with corporate IT directives is the foundation for our development activities that are targeted at achieving a secure deployment. To enhance security, this system and its applications are hardened to prevent failures and protect against unauthorized access and use. At the same time, thanks to a simple licensing policy, it is now easier than ever to reduce costs through web-based engineering and virtualization. A web-based server and client architecture ensures easy remote access and facilitates the deployment of security enhancements as well as graphics and application services.

Advanced engineering methods

The new engineering and visualization editor with an advanced sheet- and form-based environment allows for a conveniently arranged framework that tremendously reduces the amount of work required for engineering and visualization. The new and easy to work with environment combines the power of today's most sophisticated graphical applications in one easy to manage package. Dynamic layers and visibility groups enable multilevel processes and KPI monitoring and supervision within a single operations architecture.

Multi-language support

The new operator environment is language independent and can be triggered by login procedures and the like. This allows for a mix of local and remote operators, as appropriate, and is not limited by language barriers.

Integration capabilities

A comprehensive new plug-in structure that goes beyond “traditional driver configuration” allows for excellent integration of new and existing infrastructure, guaranteeing seamless vertical and horizontal integration. Capabilities such as soft-marshalling and the integration of FOUNDATION™ fieldbus device messages and information are setting the standard for Operational Excellence. This is both applicable for the Yokogawa product family as well as an extensive list of third-party hardware and software products. These include the Exaquantum Plant Information Management System, the STARDOM Network-based Control System, the DAQMASTER Data Acquisition Unit, the FA-M3 PLC, and the ProSafe-RS Safety Instrumented System.

Windows 7 and platform independence

A variety of software platforms are supported to protect application investments and give users a full choice of hardware and software platforms. The client/host architecture operates securely on the Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2003/2008 Server, UNIX, and Linux Redhat platforms.

Teruyoshi Minaki, a Yokogawa Director and Executive Vice President who heads the Industrial Automation Business Headquarters, comments as follows: "The FAST/TOOLS R9.03 web-based visualization, engineering, and remote maintenance environment brings revolutionary changes to real-time process information intelligence. It's enabling an evolution to a much more intuitive and advanced approach in remote process management and maintenance, and is easy to deploy across the web."

Main Target Markets and Applications

Process monitoring and asset management in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, power, pulp and paper, pharmaceuticals, food, iron and steel, waste, and water and wastewater treatment

Yokogawa's Commitment to This Field

Since 1978, Yokogawa has sold more than 10,000 FAST/TOOLS packages worldwide for use in all types of SCADA and process management projects. Yokogawa continually endeavors to meet its customers' needs by providing highly reliable enhancements to this product based on leading edge technology.

For more information about FAST/TOOLS, please visit

• SCADA

About Yokogawa

Yokogawa's global network of 25 manufacturing facilities and 80 companies spans 54 countries. Since its founding in 1915, the US$3 billion company has been engaged in cutting-edge research and innovation, securing more than 7,200 patents and registrations, including the world's first digital sensors for flow and pressure measurement. Industrial automation and control, test and measurement, information systems and industry support are the core businesses of Yokogawa. For more information about Yokogawa, please visit our web site at www.yokogawa.com

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Rockwell Automation (Exciting Carrer)

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Bekerja dengan harapan bisa mengubah sesuatu menjadi lebih baik dari sebelumnya, itulah yang diharapkan semua orang. Tapi bagaimana bekerja di bidang Automation? Khususnya di Rockwell Automation.... Ingin mengetahui lebih banyak tentang hal ini, silahkan cek di Video di bawah ini.

Disamping ini merupakan gedung punyanya Rockwell Automation dilihat dari sungai Milwaukee.

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PLC5 Migration to ControlLogix (Video)

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A demonstration of Integrated Architecture Builder software from Rockwell Automation being used to generate a bill of material for converting a PLC-5 system to a ControlLogix system.

Below is small tutorial about Migration Rockwell PLC5 to ControlLogix.

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Repost What is Automation?

Automation (ancient Greek: = self dictated), roboticization[1] or industrial automation or numerical control is the use of control systems such as computers to control industrial machinery and processes, reducing the need for human intervention.[2] In the scope of industrialization, automation is a step beyond mechanization. Whereas mechanization provided human operators with machinery to assist them with the physical requirements of work, automation greatly reduces the need for human sensory and mental requirements as well. Processes and systems can also be automated.

Automation plays an increasingly important role in the global economy and in daily experience. Engineers strive to combine automated devices with mathematical and organizational tools to create complex systems for a rapidly expanding range of applications and human activities.

Many roles for humans in industrial processes presently lie beyond the scope of automation. Human-level pattern recognition, language recognition, and language production ability are well beyond the capabilities of modern mechanical and computer systems. Tasks requiring subjective assessment or synthesis of complex sensory data, such as scents and sounds, as well as high-level tasks such as strategic planning, currently require human expertise. In many cases, the use of humans is more cost-effective than mechanical approaches even where automation of industrial tasks is possible.

Specialised hardened computers, referred to as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), are frequently used to synchronize the flow of inputs from (physical) sensors and events with the flow of outputs to actuators and events. This leads to precisely controlled actions that permit a tight control of almost any industrial process.

Human-machine interfaces (HMI) or computer human interfaces (CHI), formerly known as man-machine interfaces, are usually employed to communicate with PLCs and other computers, such as entering and monitoring temperatures or pressures for further automated control or emergency response. Service personnel who monitor and control these interfaces are often referred to as stationary engineers.

Automation tools
Different types of automation tools exists:

* ANN - Artificial neural network
* DCS - Distributed Control System
* HMI - Human Machine Interface
* SCADA - Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
* PLC - Programmable Logic Controller

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Allen-Bradley SL500™

Understanding the basic features of the SLC500™ (Small Logic Controller) in your facility will maximize your productivity. The SLC500 includes fault detection with built-in diagnostics. Understanding these features is critical to running an efficient operation.

Battery

A lithium battery retains the SLC500 memory. The battery is located in the Central Processing Unit (CPU) next to the power supply of the SLC500 rack. Replace the battery on an annual basis or if the low battery signal activates. The Besser part number for the battery is 113773F00BA.

Fuses

A fuse protects the SLC500 power supply and, if burned out, will cause the indicator light to turn off. The fuse will open due to an incoming power problem or a short condition within the power supply. Insure the replacement fuse is equivalent to the one being replaced. The fuse is a 3 amp time-delay – Besser part number 111847.

Memory Loss

A power surge or a low battery may result in memory loss. The CPU fault light will illuminate to indicate a problem. To restore the memory, turn the panel power OFF. Insert the Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) into the socket of the CPU and restore the power. The SLC500 will automatically read the EEPROM into Random Access Memory (RAM) and go into RUN mode. The CPU RUN light will illuminate to indicate a successful transfer. Turn the power OFF and remove the EEPROM from the unit. Note: In the case of Besser Lithibar equipment, the EEPROM remains in the unit. If a memory loss occurs, power cycle the SLC500 and the unit will return to run mode.

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Automatic palletizing of dairy products presented by Baumann Packaging Systems

The three KUKA KR-180 PA palletizing robots, which can load a combined total of 1,000 to 1,200 pallets a week.This corresponds to ten pallets an hour! The robot grippers can each be controlled as two additional robot axes.The resulting adjustability of the end-effectors means that all of the products in the filling lines can be handled.The jointed - arm robots palletize milk - based soft drinks, UHT and fresh milk and desserts.

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Siemens releases Simatic WinAC RTX F software controller for PC-based automation

SIEMENS has released the Simatic WinAC RTX F, a fail-safe software controller for PC-based automation, allowing safety-related tasks to be performed via PC.According to Siemens, the Simatic WinAC RTX F is a Windows XP or eXP-based controller with an optimised runtime system to process extensive PC applications simultaneously.

Like the modular Simatic S7 controllers, the engineering software is Step 7, supplemented by the Distributed Safety option package for safety-related applications.Siemens claims its Simatic WinAC RTX F software controller is suited for high-performance tasks with substantial data volumes and simultaneous, demanding real-time requirements.

When it is used in dual-core processor systems, one core is used for Windows application, and the other for the Simatic WinAC RTX F controller.The Simatic WinAC RTX F fail-safe software controller can be installed on all current x86 PC hardware platforms, such as Simatic PCs.Simatic WinAC RTX F can be expanded using the safety-oriented peripherals ET 200S, ET 200M, and ET 200pro with IP67 degree of protection, or with the safety-oriented ET 200eco block I/O with IP67 degree of protection.

Buat informasi detail, silahkan check http://www.automation.siemens.com/simatic/pcbased/html_76/produkte/pc-based/based.htm

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GE Fanuc makes PACSystems RX3i Controller redundant

June 2, 2009 - GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms introduced its scalable high availability solution for the PACSystems RX3i controller. By combining essential processes and capabilities onto one platform, the PACSystems RX3i controller is one of the most powerful, scalable, flexible, and efficient means to increasing productivity. It now adds high availability to its multi-domain functionality along with logic, motion, HMI, and process control.

Built on a synchronized hot-standby redundant control platform with transparent bumpless process switchover and easy configuration, PACSystems High Availability facilitates continuous uptime in essential applications.

GE Fanuc’s PACSystems RX3i High Availability is designed to keep essential systems running efficiently and reliably by connecting two independent controllers on our proven RMX reflective memory technology link providing up to 2 Mbytes of data synchronization. If an event occurs with the primary controller, the control functionality is automatically switched over to the redundant controller for continuous operations. It serves the needs of applications where continuous uptime is essential to profitability, where bottlenecks must be avoided, remote locations where time and cost to repair is extended, and operations where work stoppage means lost production. It can be found in areas as diverse as protecting critical information in data warehouses, ensuring water quality at water treatment plants, and keeping the power on for hospitals and surgery centers.

With PACSystems High Availability, operations globally are delivering results for a sustainable competitive advantage:

Minimized downtime through robust, dual redundancy sync link

Increased productivity due to fast, powerful synchronization and the ability to maintain individual system components without interruption

Maximum protection of investments with flexible, scalable, open architectures

Time savings and reduced engineering costs with easy configuration and quick startup and maintenance

Increased data integrity through advanced memory error checking and correction (ECC)

PACSystems RX3i offers true dual redundancy data synchronization with dual modules and dedicated, redundant links to one another. They operate with virtually no overhead added to the control application.

GE Fanuc’s unique, patented Redundant Memory Xchange (RMX) modules, based on reflective memory technology, synchronize the system at the beginning of the input scan and the end of output scan each logic scan execution to keep the controllers in lock step. Furthermore, the systems can be located up to 300 meters apart to so that any localized event affecting one system does not affect the other.

PACSystems High Availability is designed to operate as a single, complete system, therefore eliminating the complex preparations typically associated with synchronizing and data transfer.

Configuration is made easy with a Redundancy Wizard that guides the user in setting up shared data and I/O for both systems in a matter of minutes.

PACSystems’ high speed memory sharing enables CPUs to be synchronized at 2.12 Gbits/second and multiple devices to transfer large amounts of data, up to 2 Mbytes, over a fiber optic deterministic network at speeds up to 20 times faster than Ethernet. The use of fiber optic connections allows users to easily operate in high-noise areas and cover large distances in real time.

“The PACSystems RX3i High Availability really maximizes return on investment,” said Bill Black, Product Manager for Controllers at GE Fanuc. “With minimized downtime in process, increased productivity with fast powerful synchronization, reduced engineering costs with easy configuration, and increased data integrity, all in the smaller footprint of the RX3i, customers really see the power of the system.”

Seamlessly integrated into the system, the high availability continues to build out the incredible value of the entire PACSystems RX3i programmable automation controller.

The PACSystems RX3i High Availability is available immediately.

About GE Enterprise Solutions
GE Enterprise Solutions elevates customers' productivity and profitability with integrated solutions using sensors and non-destructive testing; security and life safety technologies; power system protection and control; and plant automation and embedded computing systems. Enterprise Solutions' high-tech, high-growth businesses include Sensing & Inspection Technologies, Security, Digital Energy, and GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms.
About GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a joint venture between General Electric Company (NYSE: GE) and FANUC LTD of Japan, is an experienced high-performance technology company and a global provider of hardware, software, services, and expertise in automation and embedded computing. We offer a unique foundation of agile, advanced and ultra-reliable technology that provides customers a sustainable advantage in the industries they serve, including energy, water, consumer packaged goods, government & defense, and telecommunications. GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms is a worldwide company headquartered in Charlottesville, VA and is part of GE Enterprise Solutions.

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RSLogix 5000 - Configuration and Programing for the Logix5000 family of controller

With the RSLogix 5000 Logix programming software package, you need only one
programming software for sequential, process, drive, and motion control
programming. The RSLogix 5000 software package provides you both symbolic
programming with structures and arrays for increased productivity, and an
instruction set that serves all of these types of applications.
RSLogix 5000 is designed to work with Rockwell Automation's Logix Platforms
and the Logix5000 family of controllers. RSLogix 5000 functionality includes:


ease of configuration, including a graphical controller organizer, I/O
configuration dialogs, a motion configuration tool, and point-and-click
methods of configuration


sophisticated data handling, using both arrays and user-defined structures, to
provide the flexibility necessary for the application rather than forcing it to fit
the particular memory structure as defined by the controller’s data table
memory


easy-to-use I/O addressing methods

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Vacuum-condensation Soldering Plant

Application

In this plant, electronic components such as thyristors are soldered onto printed-circuit boards under a vacuum. This method ensures excellent soldering joints between component and carrier material. The required temperature is generated by steam on the workpiece.

Requirements

High degree of stability at a high operating frequency

Minimum installation overhead

Compact and space-saving design

Monitoring of relevant loads

Industrial connection logic

Circuit breaker for protection again short circuits

Load currents of 12 and 20 A

Solution

3RF2320-1DA "short-circuit-proof" solid-state contactors with a maximum load current of 20 A and a width of 22.5 mm are used for this application.

The devices have no moving parts and therefore a virtually unlimited service life.

These solid-state switching devices consist of a solid-state relay and an optimized heat sink, making them "ready to use".

Load failures are detected by the clip-on basic load monitor function module.

No tools are required for mounting-rail installation.

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Extruder for the Production of Plastic Conduits

Application

In the extruder, the plastic granulate is heated and compressed with an extrusion screw. The liquid plastic is pressed through a mold with different temperature zones at the end of which the conduit is given its final shape. The temperature of the individual heating zones is regulated by constantly switching the heating systems on and off. The heating zones are continually monitored in order to ensure high product quality.

Requirements

High level of stability at a high operating frequency

Minimum installation overhead

Load current per switching device of no more than 35 A

Connection of up to 10 heating zones per switching device

Monitoring of individual heating zones

Industrial connection logic

Solution

3RF2350 solid-state contactors with a maximum load current of 50 A and a width of 67 mm are used for this application.

These ready-to-use solid-state switching devices consist of a solid-state relay and an optimized heat sink.

No tools are required for mounting-rail installation.

The devices have no moving parts, ensuring a virtually unlimited service life.

"Extended" load monitoring ensures monitoring of the individual heating zones.

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