PLC

PLC and automation tools for engineering and control engineering

This section provides online tools for PLC programming, automation, robotics and industrial control systems. The tools support engineers, automation specialists, technicians, apprentices and students in analysing, planning and simulating technical systems.

All tools can be used directly in the browser and help reduce development and commissioning times.

What are the PLC tools used for?

Modern automation projects require fast analysis, simulation and checking of control logic, motion sequences and technical data.

Typical applications:

• PLC programming
• mechanical and plant engineering
• industrial automation
• control engineering
• robotics
• education and training
• commissioning and troubleshooting

Available and planned tools

• PLC Logic Simulator
• PLC Project Comparison
• PLCopen XML Analyzer
• Pneumatic Simulator
• Robot Reach Calculator

PLC Logic Simulator

Create and simulate PLC logic with graphical blocks. Logic functions can be tested and exported as IEC 61131-3 Structured Text.

PLC Project Comparison

Compare PLC projects to detect changes between program versions, revisions and software versions.

PLCopen XML Analyzer

Analyse PLCopen XML files with evaluation of programs, variables, blocks and project structures.

Pneumatic Simulator

Simulate pneumatic circuits with valves, cylinders, sensors and control components to verify function sequences.

Robot Reach Calculator

Calculate workspaces and reaches of industrial robots for planning production cells and automation solutions.

Benefits of the online tools

• no installation required
• direct use in the browser
• fast analysis and simulation
• support for development and commissioning
• suitable for training and practical work
• ongoing expansion with new functions

Who are the tools for?

• PLC programmers
• automation engineers
• mechanical engineers
• project managers
• commissioning engineers
• technicians
• students of technical subjects