Quick and easy programming, visualization, and diagnostics
The Smart Production Library for PLCnext Technology by Phoenix Contact enables companies to meet changing market needs, customized buyer demands, energy sustainability, and labor shortages through digitalization efforts. The library simplifies programming, visualization, and diagnostics in the engineering environment, making code generation and commissioning faster and easier.
Adapting to each application via drag-and-drop
The generator configuration file enables fully automatic visualization creation. The library includes functions for diagnostics, operating modes, and various technologies. The HMI web server handles visualization without data storage on display devices. Function blocks combine logic, visualization, and diagnostics, simplifying configuration. The interface features generic animations, easily customizable by adjusting parameters. The library supports extensions, drag-and-drop objects, and multiple languages.
The Library is divided into three functional areas: Basic functions, Operating mode functions, and Technology functions.
Basic functions: Diagnostics of the controller and client access control, including exclusive mode and alarm management.
Operating mode functions: Support for various operating modes and safety features.
Technology functions: Control for actuators, sensors, and energy measuring devices, with the ability to add more technologies as needed.
Creating visualizations in just a few minutes
A clear application program structure aids visualization generation. The HMI generator features two methods: a comprehensive overview and selective visualization for stations. It quickly creates visualizations, saving time. Changes are immediate, ensuring error-free operation and consistent data management between PLCnext Engineer and the PLC.
Cloud integration via app from the PLCnext Store
The Smart Production Library is part of the PLCnext Technology ecosystem, enabling the integration of standard PLC programming with high-level languages for real-time execution. Cloud connection is facilitated through apps like “Node Red for PLCnext,” ensuring system availability without impacting automation processes.
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