Version 7.1 of the Simatic PCS 7 process control system has been equipped with a number of new functions aimed at helping to reduce engineering, installation and commissioning times while reducing operation and maintenance (O&M) costs. For engineering, the Advanced Process Library offers several new operating modes and facilitates enhanced interaction between operator and equipment. The user interface has also been modified with the aim of achieving greater efficiency and productivity. Polling and analysis of historical and current process data have been simplified. An improved Trend Control function allows access to and visualization of trends directly at the operator station. With the new Data Monitor tool, a direct connection to process data can be established in Excel. Hall 9.2, Stand A6 – E24 — Siemens, AG, Industry Sector, Industry Automation Division, Nürnberg, Germany
A new process control system for O&M applications, too
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