Use the functionality of the SIMATIC S7-1500 controller on industrial PCs in combination with high-level languages such as C++. The software controller works completely independent of the operating system, which means it also continues to run during restart or even when the operating system fails.
The perfect choice for PC-based automation
SIMATIC S7-1500 software controllers combine the advantages of SIMATIC S7-1500 controllers and industrial PCs. This means you benefit from the security of a PLC controller and from the flexibility and independence of an industrial PC.
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller – the solution for the toughest demands
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controllers work on Siemens SIMATIC industrial PCs completely independently of the operating system. In this way, the advantages of SIMATIC controllers are combined with those of PC-based solutions without any adverse effect on the recognized high reliability and system availability of SIMATIC controllers.
Your main advantages and benefits at a glance:
Standardization
Re-use of program code and use of communication standards
Scalability
Easy implementation of various performance and functional requirements
Avoid downtimes
High availability during operation
Open for ideas
Simple integration of PC applications and existing know-how
High productivity
High performance in terms of communication, system response and data processing
Security
Protection of proprietary know-how and protection against unauthorized access