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Boosting Safety Performance: The Role of Safety Integrated

Machine safety has evolved throughout the industrial age, moving from insignificant to critically important, from mechanical to electronic, always advancing and improving.

Today, worker safety on the plant floor stands poised to take yet another step forward by harnessing new technologies and changes in standards and embracing the world of integrated automation. The results hold the promise of innumerable benefits from greater efficiency and flexibility to lower costs and fewer chances for operator error.

Thanks to the easing of the restrictions that once kept software-based safety systems out of automation, discrete manufacturers now are able to move away from standalone, dedicated equipment ... Read more

At Last! Powerful Micro PLCs are Easier than ever to Program and Deliver Huge Benefits

These small controllers deliver cost savings and many advantages over traditional methods of control.

Seems like everything is getting smaller-cheaper-faster these days. So why not go smaller while making your job easier along the way? Siemens line of Micro PLCs and Micro Panels can help. Here's how.

Besides controlling the machine, these small controllers provide operator feedback on machine performance and efficiency, critical reporting for production metrics, and important alarm diagnostic information. This increase in Micro PLC capabilities is most noticeable in the areas of analog I/O, auto-tune PID, floating point math, multiple serial ports, and Ethernet and Internet connectivity... Read more

Remote CPU and System Diagnostics Made Really Easy

The integrated web server function in Siemens Controllers makes it simple to diagnose and troubleshoot your system from virtually anywhere.

Most plant engineers have experienced the problem, probably more times than they care to admit. Some kind of glitch has shut down production and nobody on site has the expertise to troubleshoot the problem. It may be 3 a.m., or maybe you're having a much-needed weekend break with family or friends, but it's up to you to head in to the plant and remedy the situation ... Read more

Product News


S7-PDIAG makes every operator a Doctor of Diagnostics

The S7-PDIAG is an add-on software tool for the STEP 7 engineering environment that makes adding diagnostics messages to an automation program as easy as a couple of mouse clicks ... Read more

Benefits of integrating safety into drives

Encompassing safety into an integrated automation platform can provide a seamless integration that delivers real benefits to the bottom line, including reduced expense, less use of space, and more reliable safety systems ... Read more

Think of it as a HAZMAT suit for your automation system

Siemens has created a whole new line of automation products adapted for harsh environments called SIPLUS extreme. This new product line helps to protect your system from environmental hazards... Read more

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