- Digital Services to drive higher levels of operational efficiency of DEWA's power assets
- First-time development of an intelligent, self-learning gas turbine controller for SGT5-4000F gas turbines
Siemens and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) have signed an agreement to collaborate on an advanced data-driven project. The project is designed to help DEWA achieve its vision of becoming a sustainable, innovative world-class utility, and to ensure the highest levels of performance, efficiency and reliability of its power generation assets.
- New Scalance W778-1 M12 access points and W738-1 M12 client modules
- Compact design enables varied mounting and application options
- High protection rating IP65 devices transmit in compliance with WLAN standard IEEE 802.11n
- Simple integration into Totally Integrated Automation (TIA)
Siemens is extending its Industrial Wireless LAN (IWLAN) portfolio to include a selection of rugged new IP65 protection-rated devices in the form of Scalance W778-1 M12 access points and W738-1 M12 client modules. Their compact design creates scope for flexible, space-saving mounting, and in both hardware and firmware terms, they are ideally suited to cope with harsh industrial environments. These high-powered access points and client modules transmit in compliance with WLAN standard IEEE 802.11n, and support the 2.4 and five Gigahertz (GHz) frequency band. The flexible devices can also be integrated into the TIA environment, and are ideally suited for wireless local networking of equipment such as welding robots or screw driving controllers in the automotive industry.
- Simatic HMI Comfort Panels PRO with 12, 15, 19 and 22 inch screen diagonals
- For cabinet-free visualization and automation
- High performance and functionality as well as many integrated interfaces and certifications
- Flexible mounting on stand, support arm system or centrally on the machine
Siemens has added Simatic HMI Comfort Panels PRO (PROtected) to its totally IP65 protected devices for operator control and monitoring. The new panels with 12, 15, 19 and 22 inch screen diagonals provide the same functions as the built-in units, and are designed for cabinet-free visualization and automation. With high performance and functionality as well as many integrated interfaces and certifications, these rugged devices are especially suitable for high-end machine-related applications. The new panels complement the range of IP65-PRO devices with the already available Industrial Flat Panel PRO (19 and 22 inch) and Panel PC PRO (15, 19 and 22 inch).
Siemens has received an order from Stadtwerke Schwäbisch Hall GmbH, a public utility company, to deliver a turnkey battery storage system. The Siestorage system will have an output of 1 megawatt at a capacity of more than 1.4 megawatt-hours. Siemens will deliver the complete solution in a container ready to be connected and will also install it. The public utility company will utilize the solution based on lithium-ion batteries for marketing primary control reserves. "Batteries can take in or dispense power within seconds, which makes them ideally suited for participating in the primary controlling power market. In the changing energy market, the Schwäbisch Hall public utility can use our Siestorage system to make sustainable contributions to a reliable energy supply," says Stephan May, CEO of the Medium Voltage and Systems Business Unit at Siemens. The system is expected to be connected to the grid and commence operation in the summer of 2017.
- 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.
- 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.
- Setup underpins Dubai's position as key logistics hub, connecting East and West, North and South
- Decision supports legacy aspiration of Expo 2020 Dubai
- Siemens to strengthen Dubai's logistics sector through digitalization
Highlighting the importance of Dubai as a strategic logistics hub between East and West, North and South, Siemens has announced plans to set up its global logistics headquarters including its portfolio for airports, cargo infrastructure and ports in the emirate in the near future. The company will also target the site of Expo 2020 Dubai as the future location for this business after the exposition ends. The move supports the legacy aspirations of Expo 2020 Dubai, as well as the industrial and logistics developments in the emirate. Siemens sees great growth potential in the Middle East region and in the logistics market globally. The company expects this development to support its Vision 2020 and related logistics businesses, creating new growth opportunities globally.
- New Logo!Power series in reduced width of 18 mm to 72 mm
- Scope for flexible installation using DIN rail or direct mounting
- Efficiency of up to 90% and no-load losses below 0.3 watts (W)
- Current monitor for real-time measurement of output current
With the 4th generation of Logo!Power, Siemens has extended its power supply portfolio to include two additional power supply devices as well as additional functionalities and new scope for application. This series of compact devices now comes with a narrower width reduced by 18 millimeters, allowing more flexible mounting, for instance on DIN rails in distribution boards, or directly on walls or ceilings. They can be mounted gaplessly side-by-side with other devices, for instance to supply power to adjacent Logo! logic modules. With efficiency of up to 90 percent over the entire load range, and no-load losses of less than 0.3 watts (W), these power supply devices offer outstanding energy efficiency both in standby and running operation.
As part of a program to ensure a reliable national power supply in Vietnam, Siemens received an order to improve the performance of the nationwide transmission grid. Client is the state-run energy company, Electricity of Vietnam National Load Dispatch Centre (EVN NLDC). Siemens will supply and install products and systems for detecting and evaluating failure situations in the grid, for ensuring grid quality and for detecting and monitoring dynamic grid states.
- End-to-end digital value chain, from the engineering process to the integration of machinery in the line
- Innovative automation solutions for packaging machines and machine concepts for speed, efficiency, individuality, and flexibility
- Holistic solutions for plant operators in the food and beverage and pharmaceuticals industries
"Innovation in packaging – Benefits of digitalization" is Siemens' motto at this year's interpack, the world's leading trade fair for the packaging industry. The Siemens presentation focuses on digitalization and its effects on the packaging industry – from the digital value chain in the engineering process to the integration of machinery in the line. Siemens is presenting innovative automation solutions for packaging machines, such as the Multi-Carrier System, as well as new machine concepts to meet the requirements for speed, efficiency, individuality, and flexibility. Visitors to the booth will also get to know what MindSphere, the cloud-based, open IoT operating system from Siemens, can offer them in the field of digital services. The main themes of the exhibition are rounded off by holistic solutions for plant operators – with examples from the food and beverage and pharmaceuticals industries.