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Press Release30 March 2023Siemens AGMunich
Siemens proves: Digital Data Chain saves time and costs

ID link on plant component can be scanned via mobile device
Manufacturer information on plant components crucial for operation
Various
technical goods, plant components and equipment are used in process plants. For
their correct planning, installation, commissioning, operation, cleaning,
maintenance and servicing over the entire life cycle, information is required
that is contained in the manufacturer's specifications. This information can
now be read out in the cloud in a standardized manner via a digital data chain
and made available regardless of location. Behind the Digital Data Chain is the Digital Data Chain Consortium
(DDCC), a cross-industry association of more than 50 companies in the process
industry founded in 2021. The aim is to create standards and platforms for the exchange of
information among each other. In the future, all
physical plant objects will be identifiable as an instance via a digital
nameplate – for a lifetime and across all stages of the product life cycle.
Transfer all information to the ERP system via scan
Three technologies underlie
the data consistency of the digital data chain: the automatic identification of
plant components (according to IEC 61406-1), digital manufacturer information
(according to VDI guideline 2770) for standardized data provision and a
cloud-based information platform (IEP – Information Exchange Platform). The minimum requirements for a
globally unique identification of physical objects are specified in the
international standard IEC 61406-1. Based on this standard, Siemens is
delivering more and more devices with such an ID link, which enables access to
a cloud-based backend via which the product information is provided. "The
digital data chain makes it possible for manufacturer specifications of
components to be transferred directly to the recipient's ERP during the scan in
goods receipt," says Lorenz.
In addition to the SITRANS P320 pressure
transmitter, Siemens has made further products DDC-compliant, such as the DQ 16
digital output module of the SIMATIC S7-1500 controller.
Further details on Siemens' implementation of
the Digital Data Chain can be found at:
https://siemens.com/digital-data-chain
Siemens will also demonstrate the implementation
of the Digital Data Chain at the upcoming Hannover Messe using practical
examples. This press release and further information
about Siemens at the Hannover Messe can be found at
sie.ag/presse-hm23 and
www.siemens.de/hannover-messe.
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Siemens Digital Industries (DI) is an innovation leader in automation and digitalization. Closely collaborating with partners and customers, DI drives the digital transformation in the process and discrete industries. With its Digital Enterprise portfolio, DI provides companies of all sizes with an end-to-end set of products, solutions and services to integrate and digitalize the entire value chain. Optimized for the specific needs of each industry, DI’s unique portfolio supports customers to achieve greater productivity and flexibility. DI is constantly adding innovations to its portfolio to integrate cutting-edge future technologies. Siemens Digital Industries has its global headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and has around 72,000 employees internationally.
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In addition, Siemens holds a minority stake in Siemens Energy, a global leader in the transmission and generation of electrical power.
In fiscal 2022, which ended on September 30, 2022, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €72.0 billion and net income of €4.4 billion. As of September 30, 2022, the company had around 311,000 employees worldwide. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
In fiscal 2022, which ended on September 30, 2022, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €72.0 billion and net income of €4.4 billion. As of September 30, 2022, the company had around 311,000 employees worldwide. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
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