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CONTROL SYSTEMS, AUTOMATION + SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
T
he continuing evolution of technology is piloting the progres-
sion of controlling systems and functions without the dynamic
of human involvement. Full automation has become widely
applied in various technological and industrial systems to execute the
processing of large amounts of data within limited timeframes – as
well as perform functions that would not be viable for human beings.
Automatic control systems improve the functioning and capability
of controlled objects or systems; they limit or eliminate external
interferences which can compromise the entire system.
Automatic control systems improve the functioning and capa-
bility of controlled objects or systems. This also includes auxiliary
operations such as starting, stopping, monitoring, and adjusting of
the controlled object or system’s functionality thus culminating in
reduced downtime.
Modicon M580 ePAC Controller
Schneider Electric’s Modicon M580 — the world's
first ePAC controller offers connectivity capabilities
to help you react faster to information demands
in a safe and a cybersecure environment. De-
signed for efficient Ethernet networking the
Modicon M580 is the ideal for PlantStruxure
architecture.
The integration of Ethernet infrastructure
is ensured through easy cabling with a third
Ethernet port available on all Ethernet modules. An
embeddedWi-Fi communication, fibre optic converter
as well as embedded switche's function deliver full inte-
gration. The Modicon M580 controller has redundant processors,
native Ethernet, and cyber-security embedded in its core and brings
Native Ethernet capabilities such as its architecture which intercon-
nects all your devices and provides continuous communication flow
to reap IIoT benefits.
The Modicon M580 excels in high level computing power for
increasingly data-intensive processes through end-to-end 100 Mbps
– speed ranging from top to bottom and the improvement of applica-
tion response time up by ten.
A 64 MB memory data capacity of up by eight delivers high
performance, high availability for processors and networks and also
features enhanced cyber-security.
Achieving versatility in all operation:
Control systems and automation features must form the basis to
perform live applications' updates without halting the process by
adding or removing discrete and analogue I/Omodules. The Modicon
M580 controller also enables the addition of new RIO drop and the
modification of channel configuration parameters.
Versatility in operations also encompasses the ability of the
Modicon M580 controller to reconfigure modules automatically on
hotswap and apply changes to configuration on the fly (CCOTF).
The Modicon M580 is the new recommended controller for
PlantStruxure, Schneider Electric’s collaborative and integrated
automation architecture for industrial and infrastructure custom-
ers. Within the Modicon range of modules is the Modicon X80 I/Os
with form factor: backplane, power supply, I/O digital, I/O analogue,
communication.
The X80 range incorporates the compatiblemodules com-
mon for Quantum Ethernet I/O drops and M340 PLC, all
with a M340 form factor. Included are backplane, all
in-rack modules, power supply, Ethernet RIOmod-
ule drop head, all I/O modules, communication
modules (except Ethernet), and expert modules.
The Modicon M580 is based on Innovative
I/O incorporating robustness, compactness
guided by international certifications.
The Modicon M580 is compatible with all
M340 existing modules are also supported by X80
drop of QEIO (except AS-I, NOR, SSI). One X80 drop
can support two racks along 30 m, just like the M340
PLC (up to four racks for M340). Maximum number of sup-
ported X80 drops is 16 for 140CPU6x1xx and 31 for 140CPU6x2xx.
PlantStruxure brings together Telemetry, PLC/SCADA, and DCS offer-
ings with complete life cycle services to help make your operations
more efficient. From initial design to modernisation, PlantStruxure
transparently connects the control, operation, and enterprise levels
of your business.
Altivar Process Variable Speed Drives
The Altivar Process Variable Speed Drive (VSD) is the first VSD with
embedded intelligent services, allowing for improved life-cycle as-
set management and enhanced energy consumption. The Altivar
Technology … in the driver’s seat
Information provided by Schneider Electric
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