Programmable automation controller (PAC)
AUMA
From the perspective of the motor operated valves, the SIMA master station is used to set up an additional level below the actual DCS. This is recommended if:
- a protocol has to be converted, e.g. from Profibus DP to Ethernet.
- a physical conversion is required, e.g. from RS-485 to RS-232.
- a conversion from 1-channel to 2-channel operation (redundancy) is required.
- the process control system should not be burdenedwith diagnostic data and actuator parameters.
SIMA simplifies the device integration of AUMA actuators. SIMA uses open standardised fieldbus protocols enabling the integration of field devices of other manufacturers.
SIMA's advantages
- Easy commisioning
Only the SIMA master station has to be integrated in the host distributed control system as the only station.
- Data logging
System data such as operating data or feedback signals from the AUMA actuators can be stored in the master station.
- Windows user interface
Standardised operation using a worldwide renowned operating concept
- Expandable
Further AUMA actuators can be added with hardly any effort.
- Internet access
Online access via the World Wide Web by means of standardised technologies
- Logging of operation data
The SIMA operating data logging function enables the collection of information on the operating time, the number of starts, etc. of the slaves connected.
- Local operation
The SIMA can be monitored and controlled from different locations within the plant.
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