SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system

Migration
Scenario 3: Comprehensive modernization
Bottlenecks in the provision of spare parts, insufficient support,
and the necessity for functional expansions (e.g. fieldbus
technology or IT integration) can also force comprehensive
modernization of the old system using the futureoriented
SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system. Conversion
may also be possible during operation. Further use of the existing
I/O level is supported, and the investments made for
wiring, hardware components or application engineering are
safeguarded.
■ Increase in performance
■ Introduction of new technologies (e.g. PROFIBUS fieldbus,
HMI)
■ Opening of system for IT world
■ Lengthening of service life of complete plant
■ Reduction in number of system suppliers
■ Elimination of bottlenecks and dependencies
Migration spectrum
The migration of own process control systems with the modern
SIMATIC PCS 7 is a matter of course for Siemens, and a significant
component of the continued supplier/customer relationship.
Using its universal migration technology "Data Base
Automation", Siemens is additionally able to offer migration
solutions for control systems from other vendors, e.g. for systems
from ABB, Honeywell or Emerson.
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SIMATIC PCS/
TISTAR
SIMATIC PCS 7
OpenPMC
ABB ...
Honeywell
Emerson
Siemens works closely with the customer's system integrators
when implementing migration projects, for they have the
know-how gained over many years and exactly know the plant
as well as the customer's requirements. This partnership is a
guarantee for the companies operating plants that they will
receive an optimum migration solution.
A further important aspect is that Siemens supports the migration
products as well as the standard products by means of
product updating and customer support. A special strength of
Siemens compared to other migration providers is the ability
to offer customers long-term support concerning know-how,
servicing and delivery of components, spare parts and upgrades.
With the future-oriented SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system,
innovative migration solutions and services, many years
of know-how in process automation and migration, as well as
continuous worldwide servicing, Siemens demonstrates its
expertise and offers the security of a reliable partner.
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