2003, 222 pages
Totally Integrated Automation is the concept by means of which SIMATIC
controls machines, manufacturing systems and technical processes. Taking
the example of the S7-300/ 400 programmable controller, this book provides
a comprehensive introduction to the architecture and operation of a
state-of-the-art automation system. It also gives an insight into
configuration and parameter setting for the controller and the distributed
I/ O. Communication via network connections is explained, along with a
description of the available scope for operator control and monitoring of
a plant.
As the central automation tool, STEP®7 manages all relevant tasks and
offers a choice of various text and graphics-oriented PLC programming
languages. The available languages and their respective different features
are explained to the reader.
For this second edition, the contents of all sections of the book have
been revised and updated. The latest version of the STEP®7 basic software
is described.