Mechanical adjustment of sensors and actuators used to be commonplace for those operating IPCs and industrial control systems. Siemens IO Link allows parameters for the production and processing of different product variants and batches to be easily changed. This can even be done during runtime of the CPU and down to the sensor/actuator level. In […]
ET 200SP Double BaseUnits Reduce Costs, Speed Commissioning
SIMATIC ET 200SP Double BaseUnits reduce costs, lower inventory levels, and speed setup of an ET 200SP station. Previously, OEMs using the SIMATIC ET 200SP modular distributed I/O system had to buy one base module for every I/O module. If they were building a machine with 200 I/O modules, they had to buy 200 base […]
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 […]
New Failsafe Module for SIMATIC ET 200eco PN
The Siemens SIMATIC ET 200eco PN is a compact block IO with PROFINET connection with IP 65/67 degree of protection for cabinet-free installation directly on the machine. A fully-sealed zinc die-cast housing makes it mechanically rugged and resistant to vibrations, dust, oil, or humidity. The ET 200eco PN is ideal for applications that demand a […]
Automation Helps Solve Key Challenges on World’s Largest Tennis Stadium’s New Retractable Roof
Fault tolerance and style are key factors in the design of roof for Arthur Ashe Stadium The world’s largest tennis venue, the Arthur Ashe Stadium, has seen many rain delays since its opening in 1997. Adding a roof was a daunting challenge, one that was finally completed nearly 20 years after the stadium opened. After […]
New Fail-Safe ET 200SP Module for SIMATIC Automation Systems
The Siemens SIMATIC ET 200 is an I/O system for use inside and outside control cabinets. Modular design allows it to be easily scaled and expanded in small steps: digital and analog inputs/outputs, CPUs with full S7-1500 functionality, safety technology, motor starters, frequency converters, and a large variety of technology modules. These technology modules, for […]
Siemens Brings Safety and Reliability to the Orlando Eye
Transporting 1500 passengers per hour to a height of 400 feet with safety and reliably is an awesome responsibility. Continuing it 14 hours per day, 365 days per year requires the utmost confidence in the control system vendor. That’s why the Coca Cola Orlando Eye trusted a fully integrated Siemens SIMATIC suite to assure passenger […]
New LOGO! 8 with Extended Temperature Range and Enhanced Display
SIPLUS LOGO! Version 8 provides an extended operating temperature range and an enhanced display that doubles the amount of data that can be clearly shown to operators. The newest member of the product line now has a range startup temperature of -20 to +60 °C. it also operates when the relative humidity soars to 100%. […]
SINETPLAN V1.0 SP1 Supports Planning of PROFINET-based Automation Systems
The Service Pack 1 for SINETPLAN V1.0 is now available for delivery. SINETPLAN, the Siemens Network Planner, calculates and simulates the network load in a PROFINET network and shows critical points where the network load is too high. In addition, it simulates the network load of real-time data (real-time communication between I/O controllers and I/O […]
Power Buffer Reduces Downtime
S7-1500 CPU with complete retentive data, shortening time required to restart the system For fast restart of the process after a power failure, the S7-1500 can now be configured to retain all of the dynamic system data. The PS 60W 24/48/60V DC HF system power supply with buffer supports the power supply to the backplane […]
