- New Edge functionality provides better and more secure access to remote data
- Simplified integration of engineering data
- HTML5-based, new web browser client
- Server virtualization support increases efficiency and performance
Siemens launches the new release V 6.0 of their flagship XHQ Operations Intelligence with enhanced performance while increasing the overall usability at the same time. With the new version, users benefit from numerous enhancements such as edge functionality. With an end-to-end secured site integration and light weight installation, this provides easy and secure access to remote/distributed data from all production (operation) and enterprise levels. The new version also enables enhanced operations by simplifying the integration of engineering data: interfaces with Siemens or third party solutions, such as Comos, Comos Walkinside, PlantSight, Teamcenter and more, are now improved and easily integrated into the system. In addition, the new HTML5-based web browser client is compatible with existing solutions. Version 6.0 no longer requires a Java browser plug-in (Java applet) for the full desktop environment, i.e. can run as a HTML5 compatible browser solution. Server virtualization support is available, which enables multiple operating systems to run on a single physical server. This increases business efficiency and overall performance.
- New engineering portal speeds up plant engineering
- Object queries now editable in Comos web application
- Modular engineering with intelligent templates and central data storage
In the latest version 10.3 of its Comos CAE software solution for the process industry, Siemens is focusing on increasing efficiency in engineering. Using the Comos Engineering Portal included in this version, engineering processes can be significantly shortened. In addition to this, new developments and functional expansions are available for the current version in modular engineering and for mobile applications.
- Integration into the digital workflow with data exchange via AutomationML
- Import and simulation of existing TIA Portal projects V15.1
- Configuration option of modular switches
- Simulation of broadcast with definition of broadcast limits
Siemens is launching a new version of the software tool for planning and simulating Profinet automation networks on the market. Sinetplan V2.0, the Siemens network planner, supports plant planners, builders and operators of automation systems and Profinet networks already in the planning phase and facilitates the professional and proactive simulation of a plant network. At the Hannover Messe 2019, Siemens is exhibiting the new features with which Sinetplan V2.0 is integrated into the digital planning and engineering workflow.
- SIMATIC IPC527G: Platform for cost-optimized applications in the industrial environment
- High performance and flexibility, fast availability
- Protection of investment thanks to support of existing systems
The new member of the Simatic Industrial PC family expands the basic IPC portfolio and is designed for cost-optimized applications in the industrial environment. The new Simatic IPC527G industrial PC has a compact design to save installation space. It is equipped with 6th generation Intel Core Desktop CPUs, a work memory with up to 32 gigabytes, and HDD or SSD mass storage.
- New development – Simatic PCS neo sets new standards in process automation
- Intuitive usability and a single workbench for all tasks
- Consistent object-oriented data management
- Unique, global, web-based collaboration in engineering and operation
- Scalable from small process modules up to the largest process plants in the world
Siemens sets new standards in process automation and is launching an innovative web-based process control system for all industries at the Hannover Messe. Simatic PCS neo is a brand-new system software, which offers companies in the process industry unique opportunities in the age of digitalization. Main features include global web-based collaboration in engineering and operation and intuitive handling representing all relevant information in a single workbench.
- Highest computing and graphic performance through up to two Intel Xeon CPUs and Nvidia Quadro P5000 GPUs
- Platform for artificial intelligence (AI), automatic learning, edge computing and machine vision
- High degree of expandability through six PCIe slots, six USB interfaces and a serial port
- Product designed for industrial environments with full-metal enclosure and high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
With the Simatic IPC1047, Siemens is launching an industrial PC platform onto the market which is distinguished by the highest computing and graphic performance. The new device is equipped with the most modern hardware components – two Intel Xeon processors E5 of the v4 series, two GPUs (Graphics Processing Units) Nvidia Quadro P5000 – and comes with a 19" rack design. The IPC in a rugged, full-metal enclosure can handle applications with high performance requirements, such as big data analyses, and thus offers a platform for artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, edge computing, and machine vision.
- Data interface according to OMAC PackML
- First implementation of companion specification in a controller
Siemens has succeeded in implementing an OPC UA data interface in a Simatic S7-1500 controller according to a companion specification. The OMAC PackML (Packaging Machine Language) makes it easier for end customers and line integrators to integrate packaging machines and connect them to line or MES systems, thus simplifying the evaluation and control of individual machines.
- This year's trade fair slogan: "Digital Enterprise – Thinking industry further!"
- Enhanced portfolio: cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and Edge computing increase productivity and flexibility
At Hannover Messe, Siemens is presenting numerous additions to its Digital Enterprise portfolio for the next level of digital transformation in the discrete and process industries. At the center of its booth, Siemens is using a model for the automotive industry to show how the unique portfolio of industrial software and automation technology seamlessly connects the virtual and real worlds. Using cloud and Edge-based data analyses together with other future-oriented technologies, such as additive manufacturing and autonomous manufacturing systems, creates new possibilities in the areas of efficiency and flexibility.
- Re-use of domain-specific simulation models
- Standardized interfaces for more system openness
- Real-time simulation of systems and machinery
Siemens has extended its Simit simulation platform for virtual commissioning and operator training to include numerous new functions. The additions in Version 10.1 improve the simulation of automation applications through the re-use of various domain-specific simulation models over the entire lifecycle of manufacturing and process systems. Improved performance, openness and flexibility make the solution even easier to use, supporting the user in the creation of a comprehensive and integrated simulation.
- This year's trade fair slogan "Digital Enterprise – Thinking industry further!"
- Roadmap for the factory and process automation of the future
- Scalable concept up to the MindSphere IoT operating system leads to renaissance on the shopfloor
- Enhanced portfolio: cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and Edge computing increase productivity and flexibility
At Hannover Messe, Siemens is presenting numerous additions to its Digital Enterprise portfolio for the next level of digital transformation in the discrete and process industries: "Through the integration of cutting-edge technologies into our portfolio, we can help industrial companies to benefit from rapidly growing data volumes in new, wide-ranging ways. With the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence, Edge computing and additive manufacturing, we are paving the way for the future of industry. We are also rethinking process control technology and introducing the innovative web-based Simatic PCS neo process control system," Klaus Helmrich, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG and CEO of Digital Industries, explains at the press conference for the Hannover Messe on April 1. Under the slogan "Digital Enterprise – Thinking industry further!" Siemens demonstrates how companies of any size can use industry-specific solutions to increase their flexibility and productivity and to develop new business models. "Innovation partnerships between large companies and SMEs are just as essential as cooperation between business, science and politics," Klaus Helmrich notes.