- Memorandum of Understanding signed at EMO 2017
- Common understanding of closer, long-term partnership in integrating Siemens technology in FFG machine tools
- Introduction of the Digital Enterprise Suite and the cloud-based IoT operating system MindSphere at FFG
- Collaboration in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) and Totally Integrated Automation (TIA)
Siemens and Fair Friend Enterprise Co., Ltd. Taiwan (FFG), which, in addition to its Industrial Equipment and Green Energy Divisions, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of machine tools, now intend to strengthen their long-standing business relationship. The aim of the extended partnership is to consolidate the integration of the Siemens Digital Enterprise Suite across the Taiwanese business and to integrate innovative Siemens digitalization and automation technologies into FFG's machine tools and machine tool technologies.
- The firmware 2.1 for the Simatic S7-1500 Advanced Controller uses new functions of the Engineering Framework TIA Portal V14 SP1
- New fail-safe technology CPUs with extended scope of motion control functionalities
- Harmonized package of controller and servo drive system for mid-range motion control applications
- New power supply module for maximum data remanence in the event of power failures
The new firmware 2.1 for the Simatic S7-1500 Advanced Controller from Siemens now allows the user to use the new functions of the Engineering Framework TIA Portal V14 SP1. These include openness to other systems, such as the standardized, bi-directional exchange of engineering data via AutomationML (Automation Markup Language) with Eplan engineering software, the TIA Selection Tool or other CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) tools.
- Scalance XF-200BA product line for enhanced environmental conditions
- Selection of electrical and optical bus adapters for flexible use
- Integration of S2 devices in high availability R1 systems
- NAMUR/NE21 approval
Siemens offers Scalance XF-200BA, a new line of compact switches. The flexible use of various bus adapters allows users to set up electrical and optical line, star and ring structures. Bus adapters are available with RJ45, SCRJ and LC connection systems. Two types of switches are available: Scalance XF204-2BA, a standard switch for universal, cross-industry use, and the Scalance XF204-2BA DNA Y-switch for special tasks in process automation. An extended temperature range from -40 to +70° C together with approval for use in hazardous areas (ATEX Zone 2, IECEx) allow reliable use, even in harsh environments.
- Stand-alone Safety Instrumented System for use in critical areas in process industries
- Customized solution for functional safety for small to medium-sized plant projects
- Pre-configured packages based on proven Simatic components
- Connection to any process control system via Modbus/TCP
The Simatic SIS compact system from Siemens offers a new, stand-alone and flexible Safety Instrumented System for use in critical areas in the process industry. The combination of hardware and software components provides safety functions based on proven automation technology. The Simatic SIS compact system allows easy design of dedicated safety systems, the so called Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), for monitoring potentially hazardous processes in the process industry and for protecting people, the environment, and the process plant. SIS monitor these processes and automatically intervene as soon as a permissible operating range is exceeded, such as too high pressure or temperature; alternatively, they can notify operating personnel to intervene. This minimizes the risk of potentially hazardous conditions.
- Control system enhances on-board safety and cost-effectiveness
- Ninth Aida ship to be equipped with Siemens technology
Aida Perla, the twelfth cruise liner of the Aida fleet, was christened on June 30, 2017 in the Spanish resort of Palma de Mallorca. Siemens equipped the new flagship with automation technology designed to control and monitor key on-board functions. Aida Perla is capable of accommodating a total of 3,300 passengers in around 1,600 cabins. The new passenger vessel is already the ninth Aida ship to be equipped with Siemens technology.
- Kicked off in 1977 with a patent application
- Used in several hundreds of breweries today
- Extended functions enable sustained cost reduction and improve competitiveness
At this year's Drinktec, "Braumat", the Siemens process automation system for breweries is celebrating a jubilee: It has been on the market for 40 years. Initial automation solutions based on electronic controls came into being since the 1970s. The patent application for the process control system tailored to meet the specific needs of the brewery industry followed in 1977. Ever since, more than 500 breweries worldwide have been using the Braumat to produce their beer in a safe and reliable process, always maintaining a consistently high product quality. On the occasion of the jubilee celebrated at the trade fair, Siemens will be showcasing such extended functions as what is called the Replay Mode. This fully graphical mode analyzes and visualizes past production processes helping breweries to sustainably cut their costs and improve their competitiveness.
- Efficient power transmission in the range from 30 to 150 megawatts
- Functions as direct-current transmission line (DC) to control, optimize, and regulate load flows in medium-voltage alternating current grids (AC)
- Based on Siemens high-voltage direct-current transmission (HVDC) technology
With MVDC PLUS (Medium Voltage Direct Current Power Link Universal System), Siemens is introducing a new direct-current transmission system to the market that will be serve as an efficient transmission route in medium-voltage AC grids from 30 to 150 kilovolts (kV). Siemens has developed the transmission system for grid operators who need to enlarge their infrastructure to handle the increasing volumes of power fed into the distribution system from distributed and renewable energy sources and also keep their network stable. Distances of up to 200 kilometers can be bridged with MVDC PLUS. Siemens offers the medium-voltage DC transmission system as a compact system in three variants: for a transmission capacity of approximately 50, 100, and 150 megawatts (MW) at DC transmission voltages of 20 to 50 kV.
- New, low-cost Sitrans FS220 clamp-on ultrasonic flow system
- User-friendly interface with setup wizards for simplified operation
- High accuracy of 1% of flow rate
- Newest addition to portfolio of next-generation digital flow systems
Siemens launched the Sitrans FS220 clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter, the newest addition to the growing portfolio of next-generation digital flow measurement systems from Siemens. Combining the Sitrans FST020 transmitter with Sitrans FSS200 externally mounted sensors, the Sitrans FS220 offers the most commonly required measurement functions with superior accuracy, cost efficiency and ease of use. The new flow system is suitable for multiple industries requiring budget-conscious liquid flow instrumentation, including water and wastewater, power, HVAC and chemical.
- System offers data transmission rates of up to 2.5 megabit per second
- Replaces traditional systems and can be seamless integrated into existing power line carrier infrastructure
Siemens launches PowerLink IP, a new power line carrier (PLC) system for digital high-voltage substations. This brand new PLC system uses the high-voltage lines between the substations as a channel by overlaying a modulated carrier frequency on the frequency of the transmission voltage in the overhead lines. State-of-the-art, digital substations generate ever-increasing volumes of data that are used to ensure reliable network operation. With PowerLink IP, power grid operators can enjoy the benefits of digitalization for Ethernet/IP communication via overhead lines. Siemens provides proven PLC technology for this purpose – technology which meets the demand for more bandwidth and ensures that the constantly growing volumes of data in high-voltage substations can be used for efficient grid operation.
- Renewal and extension of Communications-Based Train Control system of metro line 14, the backbone of the Grand Paris Express
- Direct access to the Orly airport from the center of Paris
- Conjunction to the future metro lines 16 and 17
Régie autonome des transports parisiens (RATP), the operator of the Paris metro in France, has placed an order with Siemens for the Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system of line 14. This line is the backbone of the Grand Paris Express, the planned new fully automated transit network for the French capital. It is the largest transport project in Europe and will support the development of the Greater Paris into a sustainable metropolitan area. The contract comprises the Grade of Automation 4 (GoA4) Trainguard MT CBTC and an option for maintenance services over the system's lifetime.