Engineering

• Standardized, open system for greater flexibility (non-Siemens IO-Link devices can be integrated in engineering)
• Uniform, transparent configuring and programming through integrated engineering (SIMATIC STEP 7)
• Unassigned SIMATIC function blocks for easy parameterization, diagnostics and reading out measured values
• Efficient engineering thanks to pre-integration into SIMATIC HMI
• Low error rate in CAD circuit diagram design as a result of reduced control current wiring

Installation and commissioning

• Faster assembly with minimized error rate as a result of reduced control current wiring
• Less space required in the control cabinet
• Low-cost circuitry where there are several feeders by making full use of existing components

Operation and maintenance

• High transparency in the system right down to field level, and integration into energy management systems
• Reduction in down times and maintenance times thanks to system-wide diagnostics and faster fault correction
• Support of predictive maintenance
• Shorter changeover times, even for field devices, by means of parameter and recipe management