Firmware consists of the background programs that run a machine and help it to do what it’s supposed to do. From time to time, it is necessary to make improvements to firmware. These updates are done to improve functionality, integrate with the latest technologies, fix issues or improve security. It is vital to apply the […]
Artificial Intelligence Built into Siemens SIMATIC
Perhaps the biggest trend in IT is the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Over the past year, it has transitioned from an item of interest to an enabler of the digital enterprise. According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the AI market is expected to grow from $21.46 billion in 2018 to $190.61 billion by 2025. […]
PLC with Integrated Connectivity and Safety Makes Robotics Accessible for Even Small Businesses
Manufacturers often assume that only large operations with deep pockets can benefit from robotics. In reality, small-and medium-sized businesses can benefit significantly from adding a robot or two to their operation. With the aid of the Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200F fail-safe programmable logic controller (PLC), organizations can integrate robots into their line to enhance product quality […]
ET 200SP Interface Module Speeds Installation with Integrated Three-Port Switch
The ET 200SP distributed I/O system just further increased flexibility by adding an integrated three-port PROFINET switch to the latest version of the IM155-6PN/3 interface module. The IM155-6PN/3 connects the ET 200SP to the machine bus system. The extra switch ports are targeted at installations with outgoing PROFINET spur lines, for example for connections to […]
Siemens Automation and Controls Bring Big Savings to Automotive Supplier
Name just about any large auto manufacturer on the planet and the likelihood is that BWI Group supplies them with chassis, suspension, and brake products. With headquarters in Beijing, China, the company has more than 5,000 employees, 16 technical centers and factories worldwide, and annual sales approaching $1 billion. But expansion meant the company had […]
Frost Protection Using Water
Using a frost protection sprinkler system, fruit grower Thiermann keeps the sensitive blueberry blossoms safe from late frosts. The crops grown in the fruit orchards of the Thiermann agricultural business in Dümmer-Weserland include blueberries. To protect the frost-sensitive blossom of the blue fruit from damage in freezing temperatures, Thiermann uses a frost protection sprinkler system […]
New Extension Card Equips IPC or PC with High Performance PROFINET IRT Controller Interface
The CP1625 is a PCIe extension card for SIMATIC IPCs or a standard PC. It allows the user to equip the IPC/PC with a high performance PROFINET IRT controller interface e.g. for motion control. There is also a developer version available (CP1625Dev) which allows the CP1625 to operate as a stand-alone embedded PROFINET IRT controller. […]
New PC-based Controller Now in a Modular Controller Design
Every machine or system makes individual demands in terms of performance and application complexity. To handle this requirement, Siemens offers a range of controllers to match every application. To achieve this Siemens has blended its line of modular S7-1500 advanced controllers seamlessly into its PC-based SIMATIC S7-1500S controllers for those applications that need the functionality […]
SIMATIC Controller and PC Combo
Operators often complain about having to do one task in a controller and another on a PC. The resulting screen hopping not only consumes valuable time, it can be inconvenient to the workforce. In some cases, protective clothing such as gloves must be removed (and put back on) due to the transition. Having everything on […]
CPU Boasts Improved Communications
S7-1500 upgrades offer faster real time operations The SIMATIC S7-1500 PC-based Software Controller CPU 1507S (F) implements the function of an S7-1500 controller as software on a PC with Windows which enables a PC to be used for controlling machines or plants. The configuring and programming of the CPU 1507S (F) is handled with the […]
