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Functionality and customer PLC control go one step further. All data can be read in and outputs enabled over the
benefits in the application parallel communication channels via an IPC. Security mechanisms are installed for this
In order to plan preventive maintenance purpose. Software implementation is often easier on an IPC and eliminates the need for a
or to initiate a quick response in the event PLC and its programming. In non-time-critical applications, this can bring cost benefits.
of a fault, the process conditions must Web server access can be very beneficial for cloud-based applications and for
always be known, monitored for errors configuring the devices without the need for software tools. Configurations can be saved
and displayed in a transparent manner. and cloned. This makes the setup for series applications considerably easier. Backups can
Doing so enables the necessary steps to also be made, and configuration can be modified very easily.
be taken proactively. While the PLC or an Be prepared for the application of tomorrow. Our upgradeable devices make sure you
IPC takes over the IO control panel, further are ready today.
status data is sent to PC-based systems, By transferring a large amount of additional data to the higher PC level, the system can
where it is visualised. Bits and bytes can learn from the data for the future (machine learning). Combined with artificial intelligence,
be clearly displayed in graphics and clear this learning can reduce downtimes.
warning messages, regardless of the PLC Pepperl+Fuchs offers innovative products and additional integration services through
location. This increases process safety, our subsidiary, Neoception. We know our products best. This makes it easy for us to set up
plant availability and quality. Users can your solution based on existing applications and to generate a clear display system with a
also boost their competitive edge with variety of response options from the cyber-physical layer.
these hybrid system architectures by Our devices support Kepware from PTC or can be integrated into Azure from SAP.
using a PLC for control purposes and an Take advantage of our experience. n
information system at PC level.
Smart sensor technology offers these
additional functions already integrated, End-to-end communication from the sensor to the cloud enables transparency across all
for instance by transmitting sensor states and enhances the diagnostic capability. Transferring additional information in parallel
via MultiLink enables new intervention options in the processes. Tiered security concepts
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contamination, a tolerance deviation of across multiple layers and on hardware and software ensure plant safety. Future-proofing is
the signal quality, deviating temperature guaranteed through upgradeable devices and standardised communication via IO-Link and
values or excessive current consumption. OPC UA. This creates a competitive edge and opens up the possibility for new applications.
Systems that can function without

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