Process Automation

SIMATIC Route Control is an options package for enhancing the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system. It is designed to simplify and standardize the configuration, control and diagnostics of material transport. In runtime, the plant operator only needs to enter the source and destination in the request, even for more complex route combinations. Route Control then determines, checks, controls and monitors the route elements involved.
Increased productivity with Route Control in limestone works (success story)
Applications & Tools: Project enhancement with Route Control (free download)

With an efficient alarm management function integrated in the process control system, the risks in process plants can not only be reliably controlled but also minimized. Operations become both safer and more efficient.
The SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system with integrated alarm management is ideal for improved handling of alarms. A White Paper on alarm management with SIMATIC PCS 7 is now also available in English.
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When several process variables interact, this places special demands on the control technology. In this Application Note, two lower-level PID control loops in one cascade structure are controlled using model-based predictive control (MPC). The example with two manipulated variables and two control variables is designed to illustrate this. This procedure can be applied to MPC controllers with more or fewer manipulated variables.
The configuring example shows the addition of an MPC temperature control to the standard automation system of a distillation column.
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SIMATIC PCS 7 in practice
You will use a modular training system to learn about troubleshooting in real processes using the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system. Accompanied by the trainer, you will detect, analyze and correct faults. The content, intensity and difficulty of the troubleshooting exercises can be selected on an individual basis.
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SIMATIC PCS 7 V7.1 Upgrade
With the introduction of Version 7.1 for the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system, we offer a time-optimized upgrade course. The course is designed for those who know PCS 7 and want to learn about the engineering options of the new version and how to work with the features safely.
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High performance at a low price: Until the end of September 2009, you can acquire two special SIMATIC PCS 7 engineering packages that have been designed both for first-time users and experienced users of the process control system. The action packs are now also available in Version 7.1.
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The innovative SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system is an established automation system for use in numerous industrial applications. It enables low-cost and efficient plant operation over the entire life-cycle from development and engineering, through installation and commissioning, to maintenance and support.
A recent flyer summarizes the highlights of SIMATIC PCS 7 Version 7.1. The flyer is available in printed form (English and German) and as a PDF (additionally in French, Spanish and Italian).
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