Siemens AG and Software AG announced a partnership to strengthen the presence of the cloud-based open Internet of Things (IoT) operating system MindSphere across industries. MindSphere supports industrial companies in their digital transformation and offers a development platform to a broad customer base where companies can integrate their own applications and services to promote IoT innovations. Software AG brings the highly scalable components of its Digital Business Platform to MindSphere, which help customers to flexibly manage networks of millions of end devices.
- Siemens demonstrates consistency of the digital twin using Easysnap application at the SPS IPC Drives 2017
- "Digital Enterprise Suite" features tools for creation of the digital twin
- Apps facilitate the use of plant data collected in MindSphere
At the SPS IPC Drives 2017, Siemens will be demonstrating the consistency of the digital twin over the entire machine life cycle using the example of a packaging machine manufactured by machine builder Easysnap. To achieve this degree of consistency, all the engineering tools required for design, configuration and commissioning interact seamlessly with each other to enable truly integrated engineering. Siemens supplies a comprehensive range of different tools embedded in its "Digital Enterprise Suite" solution portfolio which are designed to enable the creation of a digital twin and so bring about substantial improvements along the value chain. The digital twin can be created using tools such as the Mechatronics Concept Designer, which enables kinematic simulations, and the Sizer configuration tool which uses this data as the basis for determining the required electrical drive values and relevant products.
- Simotics SD Add low-voltage motors reduce drain on the grid due to low start-up currents
- Compliance with sector-specific specifications in the process industries
- Global certificates for worldwide usage
- Reduced acquisition costs coupled with extended service life
With the introduction of its new Simotics SD Add low-voltage motors, Siemens is extending the application scope of the next-generation Simotics SD low-voltage motor series it launched at the beginning of this year. This marks another step taken by the company towards the expansion of its portfolio of scalable standard motors for use in challenging ambient conditions. By offering low start-up current levels, the characteristic product feature of the Simotics SD Add low-voltage motors, this new addition to the series is opening up greater application scope: for instance, to comply with sector-specific requirements in the process industries, or in fields requiring enhanced grid stability by reducing grid loads in the event of voltage dips. The availability of country-specific certificates means that these motors can be used without restrictions in all regions and markets of importance around the world.
- New, all-round IP65-protected Panel and Panel PC for machine-related, cabinet-free visualization and automation
- Simatic HMI TP1200 Comfort Panel PRO and Simatic IPC477E PRO Panel PC: high performance and functionality, many interfaces
- Used in high-end applications and for high-performance visualization tasks
- Extended individual operation through extension units: standard components for tailor-made system solutions
Siemens has extended its system family based on IP65-protected HMI (Human Machine Interface) devices for machine-related, cabinet-free visualization and automation. The Simatic HMI TP1200 Comfort Panel PRO (PROtected) with 12-inch display diagonal and the Simatic IPC477E PRO industrial Panel PC with 15, 19 and 22-inch displays are characterized by high performance and functionality as well as a large number of integrated interfaces. The new operator control and monitoring devices are especially suitable for high-end applications and powerful visualization tasks. Flexible mounting types allow the user easy operation of the machine and an optimal view of the visualization and process.
- Refurbishment of existing 172-strong Class 444 and Class 450 Desiro fleet
- Order volume worth more than €56 million
Siemens has received an order to upgrade the fleet of the british train operating company South Western Railway (SWR). Siemens will refurbish the existing 172-strong Class 444 and Class 450 Desiro fleet of trains, which currently operate across the SWR network. The contract is worth more than €56 million.
- IoT concept for Simotics motors
- Monitoring the operating condition of motors
- Connection to MindSphere open IoT operating system
- Maximum transparency and increased productivity due to intelligent evaluation: Data analysis by Simotics IQ
With Simotics IQ, the new IoT concept for motors from Siemens, the new Simotics SD low-voltage motors are fitted with a compact sensor box which captures important operating and condition parameters and transmits them by WiFi to the cloud. These operating data can then be stored and analyzed by the Simotics IQ MindApp on MindSphere. The Simotics IQ MindApp provides the user with technical motor data and valuable analytical results on the operation and condition of the motor and proposes, for example, recommended actions for preventive maintenance. This newly acquired operating data transparency allows further increases in productivity to be achieved.
With the 3WL10, Siemens has developed a new air circuit breaker in the especially compact size 0 that can handle rated currents of up to 1,250 amperes (A). With this development, Siemens has closed the last gap in the portfolio and now offers circuit breakers for nearly every application, in four sizes and five performance classes from 630 to 6,300 A. The 3WL10 communication-capable circuit breakers reduce space requirements in the switchgear to a minimum. With two individual electronic trip units and various connection options, they can be installed in switchgear in accordance with IEC61439- and be integrated in energy management systems via communications modules and the internal metering function.
- Siemens to deliver 47 self-service bicycle parking facilities at Dutch railway stations
- Secure and convenient parking solution for seamless transition from bicycle to boarding at railway stations
- Contract includes system monitoring for eight years
The Siemens Building Technologies Division (BT) is working with NS Stations, the operator of railway stations in the Netherlands, to optimize bicycle parking at 47 Dutch railway stations with the user-friendly and secure self-service bicycle parking solution from Siemens. The unmanned bike parking facilities will be available for parking privately owned as well as rental bikes. In addition to modernizing and equipping the parking stations, Siemens will provide 24/7 system monitoring to ensure system availability as well as predictive maintenance for a period of eight years. The volume of the contract is 14.2 million euros. Furthermore, Siemens will continue to work with NS Stations to jointly develop future innovations in access systems for manned bicycle parking facilities using RFID technology (Radio Frequency IDdentification).
- A total of 219 light rail vehicles built at Siemens Sacramento manufacturing hub
- Largest order for light rail vehicles ever received by Siemens in the United States
The first Siemens-built light rail vehicle for San Francisco, U.S., entered revenue service. The new light rail vehicles will be built at the Siemens plant in Sacramento, California. In total, the company will deliver 219 light rail vehicles for San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), Siemens' largest order for light rail cars placed in the U.S.
- Multifunctional platform as a new type of device for Simatic Advanced Controllers – combines conventional control tasks with typical PC tasks
- Reusable high-level language applications are easily created with Eclipse or, model-based, with Matlab Simulink
- With just one item of hardware for less programming effort and a smaller space requirement
- The Advanced Controller portfolio has two new technology CPUs and handling functions for Motion Control tasks
Siemens has expanded its Simatic S7-1500 Advanced Controller portfolio for more challenging applications to include a new type of multifunctional platform that combines control and PC functions in a single device. Two new technology CPUs also widen the portfolio for midrange Motion Control tasks.