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Key points3 Optimum project managementeliminates time-consumingproject coordination by thecustomer – for higher availabilityand productivity3 Customized solutions based onstandard modules – for fastercommissioning, reduced spareparts requirements, and moreefficient servicing3 One contact person – fromdesign to commissioning andstart-up to operation – for globaldeployment3 Reduced total costs of operationthrough building engineeringand operation staff know-how,as 80 percent of costs are causedby spares and service andsupportBeijing Foton Cummins Engine Co.of resolving complex control tasks. Handling is simplified by integrated functions such as automaticparameterization, expanded diagnostic options,passwords, and ease of assembly.For identification, the machining line uses theSimatic VS 130-2 vision sensor system, while theengine assembly is equipped with the Simatic RF300radio-frequency identification (RFID) system. Theuniform Siemens technology solution yields enormousbenefits in terms of standardization. Forexample, Foton-Cummins can work with just oneengineering tool for the PLC in the machining andassembly lines.Solutions that fit individual needsThe Solutions for Powertrain – Transline automationconcept is custom made but at the same time basedon proven yet innovative standards. It has beendeveloped specifically for mass production in thepowertrain field of the automotive industry. Themodular design concept principally manifests itselfin quicker commissioning, minimized spare partsrequirements, efficient service, lower training costs,and a more flexible labor force. For example, the useof a component list reduces the number of automationcomponents employed, thereby also minimizingthe necessary spare parts stocks. Standardizedinterfaces greatly facilitate data communication withthe control level, while uniform operating screenslend all control panels a consistent look and feel.The Transline concept also addresses projectmanagement, which relieves customers of timeconsuming coordination work, as well as providingservices for the entire operational phase, leading tosustainable cost reduction and higher availabilityand productivity. The Siemens joint venture SiemensFactory Automation Engineering Ltd. (SFAE), withits well-trained service engineers, is very close toits customers to ensure this availability and productivity.Solutions for Powertrain will not only improve productquality but also reduce project lifecycle costs andtime to market. At the same time, it will also providethe company with the high level of efficiency necessaryto succeed in an increasingly competitive market.The management believes that the successfulimplementation will be the foundation for long-termcollaboration between Siemens and BFCEC. pinfocontactwww.siemens.com/sinumerikvoss.carsten@siemens.comTransline minimizesthe total cost of operationthrough itsmodular automationconcept based onstandard hardwaremove up | 1-2010 21