Plant Wide Automation Water Industry V30 en
Plant Wide Automation Water Industry V30 en
Plant Wide Automation Water Industry V30 en
Automation in the
Water Industry
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Table of Contents
Legal information ..................................................................................................... 2
1 Automation Tasks in the Water Industry ....................................................... 5
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................... 5
1.2 Typical Plant Types in the Water Industry .......................................... 7
1.3 Implementation of Plant-Wide Automation........................................ 11
1.4 Advantages ..................................................................................... 13
2 Product overview.......................................................................................... 14
2.1 SIMATIC Engineering Tools............................................................. 14
2.2 Process Visualization....................................................................... 17
2.3 SIMATIC Controllers ........................................................................ 19
2.4 Remote control technology .............................................................. 23
2.5 Solutions for Energy Technology ..................................................... 26
2.6 Panel Integration ............................................................................. 32
2.7 Process Instrumentation .................................................................. 33
2.7.1 SITRANS F – Flow Measurement .................................................... 34
2.7.2 SITRANS L – Level Meter................................................................ 35
2.7.3 SITRANS P – Pressure Measurement ............................................. 37
2.7.4 SITRANS T – Temperature Measurement........................................ 38
3 Specific Solutions/Approaches ................................................................... 39
3.1 PCS 7 Libraries ............................................................................... 39
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Challenge
The standardization of automation engineering is a major challenge due to the
various process actions, procedures, devices and elevated plant configuration
requirements. This also includes the customized selection and dimensioning of
suitable products for the respective application. Siemens supports you in selecting
the right hardware and software for your plant-wide automation solution and is a
reliable service partner in the water industry sector.
throughout the entire life cycle of the process plant including planning and services.
Particular sectors include:
• Drinking water, desalination, water transportation
• Waste water, water purification, industrial water
• Irrigation, pumping stations, dams
• Defensive structures, waterways, locks
• Dikes, flood protection
Additional information
You can find more information on the topic of automation in the water industry via
the industry-specific pages:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/markets/water.html
https://www.water.c2.dc.siemens.com/en
plants are described, treated and operated from the smallest to the most complex
plants. Plants in the water industry are process plants with many package units
(machine-oriented automation), which are fully integrated in PCS 7 from the field to
the web. For small and medium-sized plants, depending on the operator concept,
only a predominantly control-related solution can be used without the typical control
requirements of a SCADA system such as WinCC or WinCC Professional (TIA
Portal).
In the following table, you can find the different performance features of the
Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 and TIA Portal automation products and their general
use.
Table 1-1 Differences in performance features between SIMATIC PCS 7 and TIA Portal
Property SIMATIC PCS 7 TIA Portal / WinCC + STEP 7
Area of application Process automation, DCS Machine-oriented automation,
PLC
Use for Continuous processes, remote Discrete processes and
control technology incl. machines with spatially limited
medium/low voltage switchgear distributed measurement
with local and widely distributed points, drives and low voltage
plants for the monitoring of switchgear systems, including
drives with local panel control, local control systems and panel
local control systems as well as control, which are controlled
local, central and/or regional and monitored via a local
control rooms via multi-user and/or central control room
control in a multi-server using a single-user station or a
architecture Client-Server architecture.
SIMATIC PCS 7 is also WinCC is also available as a
available as a virtualized visualized solution.
solution.
Controller S7-300, IM151-8, S7-400, PA S7-300, IM151-8, S7-400, S7-
CPU 410 und 410E, S7-1200 3), 1200, S7-1500 RTU3010C 3),
S7-1500, RTU3010C 3), RTU3030C 3)
RTU3030C 3), RTU3041
missing
Changes during Yes (S7-400, S7-410) No
operation (CiR
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functionality)
Programming with Yes Yes 1)4)
CFC
Advanced Process Yes Yes 5)
Library (APL)
Industry Library (IL) Yes Yes, for S7-400, S7-300,
IM 151-8 and S7-1500 5)
Panel connection, Yes 2) 6) Yes
e.g., SIMATIC
Basic/Comfort Panel,
SIMATIC HMI Unified
Comfort Panel
Highly available Yes (S7-400, S7-410) Yes (S7-1500R/H)
(so called hot
standby)
Highly available (so- No Yes (S7-300)
called software
standby)
Power Control APL Yes No
Library
SITRANS Library Yes Yes for CPUs in the TIA Portal
SITOP Library Yes Yes
Library of Basic No Yes
Process (LBP)
1)
For STEP 7 Classic with additional option package S7-CFC for S7-300 and S7-400
2)
TIA Portal Advanced Engineering: The engineering of the measured values takes place in CFC
based on the IL. TIA Portal is required for graphical display on the panels.
3)
Only together with TeleControl
4)
TIA Portal V17 or higher
5)
For S7-1500 only in adapted new PFL = Process Function Library V2.0
6)
Only in connection with PFL = Process Function Library V2.0
The selection of the automation products for a water management system is based
on the requirements of the respective plant. For further information on the technical
features of the Siemens automation solutions, please refer to the Section Product
overview.
1.4 Advantages
By using a Siemens standardized solution you achieve the following advantages in
the automation of functions, sections and complete plants:
• Standardization through unified program structures provide time and cost
savings during the
– planning and conception phase
– implementation phase
– entire operation time and migration phase to new SW and HW versions
• Safe monitoring with uniform operator control and monitoring from the field to
the web
• Secure data transfer
• Uniform and simple understanding of the entire automation system
– Reduced training time for the operating personnel
– Shorter and cost-optimized training periods
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2 Product overview
Siemens offers tools and software solutions for use as a scalable SCADA system
with WinCC Professional (TIA Portal) or WinCC and the SIMATIC PCS 7 process
control system. In this section, you will be introduced to some of the Siemens
product families and their use in the water and waste water sectors.
SIMATIC PCS 7
With the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system, you can automate customized
solutions from the smallest to the most complex water management system as well
as small operating units (plant sections). SIMATIC PCS 7 is flexibly scalable from a
small single-user system with 50 measurement points and drives all the way up to
128,000 in a multi-user system with redundancy. The max. number of configurable
messages is 200,000 per server/single-user station.
Consistency in data management, secure communication as well as simple
configuration and high performance put the PCS 7 together with the SIMATIC PA
CPU-410-5S/H/E at the heart of your water management system. Existing control
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systems by third party manufacturers can also be upgraded step by step or even
migrated to SIMATIC PCS 7 during operation. In the water industry,
PM@ANALYZE and/or Energy Manager Pro are used to store the measured
values and messages in PCS 7; alternatively, ACRON from VIDEC Data
Engineering GmbH can also be used for long-term archiving. Siemens also
supports the integration of Energy Manager Pro as an option.
Outdoor stations are integrated into the process control system of widely
distributed systems such as pipelines or water industry plants via system-compliant
TeleControl systems (simultaneous protocol type: SINAUT ST7, IEC 60870-5-
101/103/104, DNP3, Modbus) using TeleControl for PCS 7. You can find further
relevant information in the Section Remote control technology.
Using OPC UA or MQTT, object-oriented data transmission via IoT standard to
Azure, AWS, and/or Mindsphere can also be used.
It is also possible to operate and monitor local and widely distributed plants
energetically. Power Control APL Library for PCS 7 offers the right solution for
medium and low voltage switchgear systems for integration via Industrial Ethernet,
PROFINET and PROFIBUS DP.
You can find further information on energy management with Power Control APL
Library in the Section: PCS 7 Libraries.
For a quick introduction, you can access the PCS 7 automation templates that
were specifically created for the water industry. A brief overview can be found in
the Section Water-Specific Master Data Library and Templates.
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-control/simatic-
pcs-7.html
SIMIT
The SIMIT simulation software enables real-time simulation and emulation for
comprehensive testing of automation solutions. The SIMIT V10.3 software
generation is based on a uniform simulation platform that can be used to
implement both the virtual commissioning of automation technology for systems,
machines and processes, and realistic training environments for plant operators.
For more information, refer to the Section Simulation of Automation Data and
Processes with SIMIT
or via:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/industry-
software/simit.html
SIMATIC STEP 7
The Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 engineering system is a unique integrated
automation solution for your plant, allowing you to assign parameters, program,
and test the controllers. With STEP 7, you can configure the controller families
SIMATIC S7-300, IM151-8 and S7-400 and implement plant-wide distributed
process automation.
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/systems/industrial/controll
er-sw.html
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TIA Portal
The Totally Integrated Automation Portal (TIA Portal) helps you in the engineering
and commissioning phases of your machine-level automation solution. The
SIMATIC S7-300, IM151-8, S7-1200, as well as S7-1500 controllers (up to
CPU1512) are cost-optimized for these local tasks in small plants in the water
industry. In addition to central engineering with the TIA Portal, they also enable you
to easily connect SIMATIC HMI Comfort-Panel, SIMATIC NET, and TeleControl
components, among others. Optionally, additional expansions in drive and power
engineering can be integrated with SIMOCODE ES, Starter, MTP-/PFL, SITRAIN
Library, HACH SC 1000,
WinCC Comfort-/Advance Panel, WinCC Unified, Soft Starter for 3RW, SENTRON,
SITOP DC24V, and STEP 7 Safety (TIA Portal).
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/industry-
software/automation-software/tia-portal.html
high performance, the S7-400 controllers are used primarily for data-intensive
tasks – for example, you can use the S7-400 to centrally control and process the
data of many smaller units and distributed areas with local controllers. With their
state-of-the-art technology and maximum cost-effectiveness, they are ideal for
system solutions in water treatment plants – even in extreme environments – and
can also be used for high-availability and safety-oriented applications, if necessary.
The highly available SIMATIC S7-400H provides hardware redundancy (hot
standby) for uninterruptible processes, such as the ones that are often required in
desalination plants and important pump stations.
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/systems/industrial/plc/sima
tic-s7-400.html
SIMATIC S7-1500R/H
With the S7-1500R or S7-1500H CPU, new redundant or highly available solutions
are also available. Both CPUs are connected with the I/O stations via a
PROFINET-IO ring. Synchronization for the S7-1500R is via this ring, or via
separate FOC synchronization cables for the S7-1500H. In the event of a CPU
failure, the one of two CPUs automatically assumes control of the process as back-
up CPU. No data is lost and the process can be continued extremely quickly. The
PROFINET IO ring ensures that all nodes remain accessible in the event of a
fieldbus interruption.
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/systems/industrial/plc/sima
tic-s7-1500.html
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SIMATIC RTU3000C
The compact RTUs of the SIMATIC RTU3000C series, such as the RTU3010C
(connection of an external router possible), the RTU3030C (external router or
integrated UMTS modem), or RTU3041C (with integrated modem for LTE-M and
NB-IoT) are self-sufficient low-power remote terminal units (RTUs) with their own
power supply. This enables the most remote measurement points to be monitored
independently – even in locations where no power supply or hard-wired
communication infrastructure exists. Thanks to their optimized energy
consumption, the compact SIMATIC RTUs require no external power source. They
supply themselves either from battery or accumulator with solar panel.
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The engineering software required for this is implemented in this device upon
delivery and works in a web-based manner.
You can find more information at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/industrial-
communication/industrial-remote-communication/telecontrol/rtu-remote-terminal-
unit/simatic-rtu-3000c.html
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/industrial-
communication/industrial-remote-communication/telecontrol/rtu-remote-terminal-
unit/simatic-rtu-3000c.html
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109779016
You can find further information and examples for libraries and application
examples under the following links:
• Integration of a SITOP 24 V power supply in SIMATIC PCS 7 via
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109481908
• SITOP UPS1600: Faceplates and communication modules
(TIA Portal, STEP 7 and WinCC) via
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/78817848
• SITOP PSU8600: Faceplates and communication modules
(TIA Portal, STEP 7 and WinCC) via:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/102379345
• All application examples for SITOP at
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/18018/ae
and flexibility.
occurs.
For this purpose, SIRIUS Safety Integrated offers the necessary qualified
technology that meets the requirements described in the relevant standards.
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/global/en/view/81366718
offers a comprehensive product range with modular elements for every application
and requirement. The connection can be established via PROFINET.
For further information, please refer to:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/energy/energy-automation-and-smart-
grid/protection-relays-and-control.html
• As a planner
– Integrated solution –
through project planning via SIMATIC Energy Suite (TIA Portal)
– Efficient configuration –
through customized metrics and flexible web dashboards
– Open and secure system –
thanks to numerous interfaces and safe communication
– Scalability –
from the sub-process plants to the energy management across all plants
Additional information is available at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/industry-
software/automation-software/energymanagement/simatic-energy-manager-
pro.html
software/automation-software/scada/simatic-wincc-add-ons.html
Key panels are compact pushbutton panels and complement the classic touch
screen panel operation. PROFINET allows you to integrate the key panels into
existing automation networks – without complex cabling and with no additional
hardware.
You can find further information on the process instrumentation used in the water
industry at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-
instrumentation/solutions-water.html
With the products of the SITRANS family, Siemens offers an extensive product
portfolio for process instrumentation. A selection of field devices tailored to the
needs of the water and waste water industry is briefly explained below.
2.7.1 SITRANS F – Flow Measurement
particularly suitable for water and waste water applications. The SITRANS F M
MAG 6000 is also available with a PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA connection.
SITRANS Probe LU
Compact SITRANS Probe LU is a 2-wire ultrasonic meter for level and volume
measurements of liquids in storage tanks and simple process containers as well as
for flow measurements in open canals.
Figure 2-4 SITRANS Probe LU
The SITRANS Probe LU is suitable for level measurements in the water and waste
water industry and in the storage of chemicals.
The measuring range of the SITRANS Probe LU is 6 or 12 m (20 or 40 ft). The
function autom. suppression of interfering echoes resulting from fixtures, the
improved signal-to-noise ratio, and an increased accuracy of 0.15% of the
measuring range or 6 mm (0.25") provide the device with maximum reliability.
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SITRANS LR250
SITRANS LR250 is the first choice for level measurement of liquids in storage and
process vessels, in ranges up to 20 meters (66 ft). A large selection of antennas
makes it the ideal solution for all your measurement tasks.
Figure 2-7 SITRANS LR250
Thanks to the new, encapsulated antennas with flange and hygiene connection,
the transmitter can also handle corrosive or aggressive media as well as hygienic
and sanitary requirements. The SITRANS LR250 is also available with a
PROFIBUS PA port for connection via a Compact Field Unit (CFU)
Additional information is available at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-
instrumentation/level-measurement/continuous/radar/sitrans-lr250.html
2.7.3 SITRANS P – Pressure Measurement
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SITRANS P300
The SITRANS P 300 offers the usual measuring precision and robustness as
already known from the SITRANS P DSIII.
Figure 2-8 SITRANS P300
With a measurement error of max. 0.075% and the proven operating philosophy, it
fits seamlessly into the SITRANS P family.
The SITRANS P 300 is also available with a PROFIBUS PA connection for use via
a CFU.
Additional information is available at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-
instrumentation/pressure-measurement/sitrans-p300.html
TH400 PROFIBUS PA
The SITRANS TH400 is available as either a PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION
Fieldbus device. Via PROFIBUS PA, a simple connection to the automation system
via the Compact Field Unit (CFU) is possible, thereby enabling new
decentralization options. With the use of PROFIBUS PA and a CFU, the Plug &
Produce function can be used. This enables simple and fail-safe integration of the
device or safe device change without having to intervene in the Engineering
System.
Figure 2-9
The SITRANS TH400 is suitable for all common resistance thermometers and
thermocouples. The SITRANS TH400 can also evaluate resistance transducers
and millivolt signals. The device is quickly and easily configured via SIMATIC PDM
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(PA) or a AMS and handheld communicator (FF). Thanks to its small size, it allows
a wide range of mounting options (e.g., direct mounting on the measuring insert in
the connection head).
Additional information is available at:
• SITRANS TH400:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-
instrumentation/temperature-measurement/sitrans-th400.html
• SIMATIC CFU:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109749357
3 Specific Solutions/Approaches
The standardization of automation engineering for process plants, such as in the
water industry, is a major challenge. Different process steps and sequences,
different equipment and flexibility in the process make this task more difficult.
One standardization approach includes the use of standard libraries and the
configuring of the plant according to the physical model of the DIN EN 61512
standard. This specifies the lower four levels, i.e. plant, unit, equipment module
and control module. A plant always consists of units. The units contain
standardized equipment modules.
User-friendly engineering with the APL library reduces the effort involved in
creating your standardized system.
You can find further information about the Advanced Process Library at:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/process-control/simatic-
pcs-7/system-library.html
SITRANS Library
By means of the SITRANS Library, you can integrate process instruments of the
product families SITRANS and SIPART into the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control
system with high quality, efficiency and safety. You can also integrate them in the
S7-300, IM151-8 and S7-400 controllers and in a WinCC system for operation and
monitoring as well as in SIMATIC comfort panels with TIA Portal. The look and feel
is based on the APL standard of SIMATIC PCS 7 and is thus uniform for all target
systems.
Additional information concerning the SITRANS library is provided under:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/65741624
Water Templates
The Water Templates consist of three hierarchically successive groups and are
based on the physical model of the NAMUR NE33 and ISA S88.01 (ANSI/ISA-
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88.01-1995) standards.
Figure 3-1: Siemens Water Templates in relation to NAMUR/ ISA
Licensing concept
To use the PCS 7 / S7 Water Templates you must have the following licensed
components installed:
• SIMATIC PCS 7 Add-on Industry Library (IL)
• SITRANS Library (SL)
• SIMOCODE ES (TIA Portal) or PDM in combination with SIMOCODE per EDD
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The water templates comply with the requirements of the IEC 62424 and ATV
M260 standards and are based on DIN/VDI/VDE/IEC/ISO standards.
The smallest functional unit of the templates consists of the Water Process Tag
Types ( WPTT) and Water Control Module Types ( WCMT). These are used for
closed loop controls, measured value detection, actuator control, etc.
WCMTs are enhanced WPTTs and offer the following advantages for engineering
in SIMATIC PCS 7 and for mass data engineering with COMOS or with the PCS 7
Process Automation Accelerator:
• Instance-specific changes to the instance of the control module are not lost
during synchronization between type and instance.
• It is possible to generate different variants for an instance based on a single
control unit type. In addition to this, optional blocks are also configured in
WCMT. The activated optional blocks are predefined for each instance. As of
PCS 7 V8.0, this is done in the additional "Technological Connections" view of
the CFC.
You can find the "Standard PCS 7 and S7 Water Templates for the water industry"
at: https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/78604785
Water Equipment Modules Templates (WEMT) are available for technical units
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The water unit templates (WUT) are templates for complete units, which consist of
control modules (WCMT / WPTT) and devices (WEMT). All functions are combined
into a logical unit within the WUT, to provide you with an easy-to-use template for
the automation solution of a unit.
The following WUTs are available to help you build know-how and as a template
for your own projects:
• PCS 7 Water Unit Template - Control of Biological Stage of a waste water
Treatment Plant with Upstream Denitrification
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109478073
• PCS 7 Water Unit Template – Control of Biological Stage of a waste water
Treatment Plant with Intermittent Operation
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109485916
• PCS 7 Water Unit Template – Efficient Management of Storm Water Tank
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109481487
• PCS 7 Water Unit Template – External Pump Station of a waste water
Treatment Plant (WWTP)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109481486
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The control strategy in the water industry is usually based on multi-user control,
which allows access to a maximum of eight different locations (e.g. OS servers or
panels). The control strategy has four different levels of control rights, which are
also defined by prioritization. This definition of the control strategy is implemented
uniformly by the templates.
The local hardware interconnection of functions has priority over local software
interconnection if local operation takes place via both paths at the same time. The
following figure illustrates the operation via local software and hardware switches.
Both variants can be operated via direct interconnection and an automation
system.
Note Further information about the multi-user concept can be found in the manual of
the PCS 7 Industry Library at:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109750809
4.1 Engineering
The standardization of the automation solution is based on the general
requirements for engineering to ensure a uniform procedure when creating a
solution and/or applying the PCS 7 templates.
PCS 7 compendia
Create your own PCS 7-compliant and upgradable solutions according to the
following PCS 7 recommendations:
• PCS 7 Compendium Part A - Configuration Guidelines
• PCS 7 Compendium Part B - Process Safety
• PCS 7 Compendium Part C - Technical Functions with SFC Types
• PCS 7 Compendium Part D - Operation and Maintenance
• PCS 7 Compendium Part E - Hardware Configuration
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PCS 7 Libraries
To implement and create your own solutions, use the following PCS 7 libraries:
• PCS 7 Advanced Process Library (APL)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109760968
• SIMATIC PCS 7 Industry Library (IL)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109750786
• SITRAINS Library for PCS 7 (SL)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109762637
• PCS 7 Advanced Process Graphics (APG)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109758386
• PCS 7 Condition Monitoring Library
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109752288
• PCS 7 SITOP Library
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109476154
• PCS 7 PowerControl
• PCS 7 TeleControl
Note If you intend on using the Industry Library and the SITRANS Library in your
configuration environment or in process mode, you are obliged to buy the
engineering and runtime licenses.
Standardized engineering
By using the water templates (WEMT/ WCMT) resolutely, you achieve consistent
standardization of your unit or entire plant. This forms the basis for future
migrations.
Creating CFCs
For a uniform program structure and standardization of the software when creating
your own CFCs use the standard functions and function blocks of the PCS 7
Advanced Process Library, Industry Library and SITRANS Library.
SI unit
Assign the corresponding physical units (SI units) for your measured values. The
APL supports you with a large variety of SI units, which are configured in the
display module and channel blocks during the engineering phase.
Note From PCS 7 V9.0, you can apply up to 199 customized units.
Note Standardization also means that all measurement points in your projects must
have resolute and consistent labeling according to the industry-specific naming
convention.
Example: WCMT_MonAnalog_Fb
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For further information about the naming convention of the templates, see:
Standard PCS 7 and S7 Water Templates for the water industry
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/78604785
Note The naming convention of the Water Templates concerns the naming of the
template. The labeling of the measurement point follows the general naming
convention.
XXN_XXXX_XX
Process action
Measuring principle
Element
• The label of the process action must be abbreviated by two characters in
accordance with the ATV260 guideline. You can find further relevant
information in the list below. The "N" character is optional, in case several
actions of the same name are present. The abbreviations for the process
actions are shown in the table below.
• Measuring principle, such as FQIR, LIS
• Element: two characters with leading zero
OSH SL N
H xxx-nn.8 OSL
xxx-nn.2 OSL TripMMS
Local SW
SH SH OSH
H N
Local SW – Rev /
xxx-nn.4 Fbk – Fwd / xxx-nn.9
Local SW – Speed 2 (1) Fbk – Speed 1
SH OSH
H N
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xxx-nn.5 SL xxx-nn.10
Local SW - Stop Fbk – Rev /
(1)
Fbk – Speed 2
OSH SH
H N
xxx-nn.6 OSL xxx-nn.11 SL
Maintenance Run – Fwd /
Run – Speed 1
AH SH
EIR N
xxx-nn.13 xxx-nn.12 SL
Current Run – Rev /
(1)
Run – Speed 2
Templates N2 – Symbol for motor with simple speed and control via SIMOCODE pro V
OSH
H
xxx-nn.2 OSL
Local SW
NS
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
Local SW – Fwd / xxx-nn.3 N2
Local SW – Speed 1
SH
H AH
xxx-nn.4 EIR
Local SW – Rev /
(1) xxx-nn.13
Local SW – Speed 2 Current
H
(1) Not used for motor with one direction
xxx-nn.5 SL
Local SW - Stop (1) Not used for motors with one speed
OSH OSL N
H xxx-nn.8 OSL
xxx-nn.2 OSL TripMMS
Local SW
NIC
H
SH
xxx-nn
M (1) Not used for motor with one direction
xxx-nn.3 N3
SH OSH OSH
H N
xxx-nn.4 xxx-nn.9
Fbk – Fwd
(1)
OSH OSH
H N
xxx-nn.5 SL xxx-nn.10
Local SW - Stop
Fbk – Rev (1)
OSH SH
H N
xxx-nn.6 OSL xxx-nn.11 SL
Maintenance Run – Fwd /
Run – Speed 1
AH SH
EIR N
xxx-nn.13 xxx-nn.12 SL
Current Run – Rev /
(1)
Run – Speed 2
AH
SI
xxx-nn.14 AL
Speed
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Template N4 - Symbol for motor with variable speed and control via SINAMICS G120)
OSH
H
xxx-nn.1 OSL
Local HW
OSH
H
xxx-nn.2 OSL
Local SW
NIC
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
xxx-nn.3 N4
Local SW - Fwd
SH AH
H EIR
xxx-nn.4 xxx-nn.13
Local SW - Rev Current
(1)
AH
H SI
xxx-nn.5 SL xxx-nn.14 AL
Local SW - Stop Speed
OSH
H (1) Not used for motor with one direction
xxx-nn.6 OSL
Maintenance
OSH SL Y
H xxx-nn.7 OSL
xxx-nn.1 OSL TripCF
Local HW
OSH SL Y
H xxx-nn.8 OSL
xxx-nn.2 OSL TripMMS
Local SW
YS
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
xxx-nn.3 Y1
Local SW – Open
SH SH OSH
H Y
xxx-nn.4 xxx-nn.9
Local SW – Close Fbk – Open
SH OSH
H Y
xxx-nn.5 SL xxx-nn.10
Local SW - Stop
Fbk - Close
OSH SH
H Y
xxx-nn.6 OSL xxx-nn.11 SL
Maintenance
Run
AH
EIR
xxx-nn.13
Current
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Template Y2 - Symbol for On/Off valve and control via SIMOCODE pro V
YS
xxx-nn
M
Y2
Detail view:
SH
H
xxx-nn.2 SL
Local SW
YS
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
xxx-nn.3 Y2
Local SW – Open
SH
H AH
xxx-nn.4 EIR
Local SW – Close xxx-nn.13
Current
OSH SL Y
H xxx-nn.7 OSL
xxx-nn.1 OSL TripCF
Local HW
OSH SL Y
H xxx-nn.8 OSL
xxx-nn.2 OSL TripMMS
Local SW
YIC
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
xxx-nn.3 Y3
SH SH OSH
H Y
xxx-nn.4 xxx-nn.9
Fbk – Open
SH OSH
OSH Y
H
xxx-nn.6 OSL xxx-nn.10
Maintenance Fbk - Close
AH GI
EIR
xxx-nn.13 xxx-nn.14
Current Position
Template Y4 - Symbol for analog valve and control via SIMOCODE pro V
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OSH
H
xxx-nn.2 OSL
Local SW
YIC
H
SH
xxx-nn
M
xxx-nn.3 Y4
SH
H
xxx-nn.4
AH GI
EIR
xxx-nn.13 xxx-nn.14
Current Position
Template Y5 - Symbol for analog valve and control via digital output
SL Y
xxx-nn.7 OSL
TripCF
OSH SL Y
H
xxx-nn.1 OSL xxx-nn.8 OSL
Local HW TripMMS
YIC
xxx-nn
M
OSH Y5
H
xxx-nn.6 OSL
Maintenance SH OSH
Y
xxx-nn.9
EIR AH Fbk – Open
xxx-nn.13
Current SH OSH
Y
xxx-nn.10
GI
Fbk - Close
xxx-nn.14
Position
SH
Y
xxx-nn.11 SL
Run
1 N1 WCMT_Mot2Spd, WCMT_MotLean
2 N2 WCMT_Mot2Spd_FbMMS, WCMT_MotLean_FBMMS
3 N3 WCMT_MotRev, WCMT_SpdCon
4 N4 WCMT_MotRev_FbMMS, WCMT_SpdCon_FbDrv
5 Y1 WCMT_VlvLean
6 Y2 WCMT_VlvLean_FbMMS
7 Y3 WCMT_VlvMotor
8 Y4 WCMT_VlvMotor_FbMMS
9 Y5 WCMT_VlvAnalog
Note You can find water-specific sample projects of units (Water Unit Templates),
which include both the automation program and the process pictures for
SIMATIC PCS 7 and TIA Portal (Panel Project).
The following link provides you an overview of industry-specific examples and
solutions:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/products?mfn=ps&pnid=21154&lc=en-
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WW
Text formatting
Use the following formatting in your process pictures:
• Static texts of objects, such as containers and lines:
– Font: Arial
– Font size: 11 pixels
– Not bold
• Text representation of jump labels:
– Font: Arial
– Font size: 11 pixels
– Bold
Digestion water, turbid water, Violet 4003 201 056 140 #C9388C
centrate
Heating flow Fire red 3000 171 031 028 #AB1F1C
Heating return Gentian blue 5010 000 043 112 #002B70
Steam (low pressure, exhaust Light blue 5024 087 140 181 #578CB5
steam)
Air (fresh, pressurized, oxygen) Pigeon blue 5014 077 105 153 #4D6999
Exhaust air Dove blue, 5014 077 105 153 #4D6999
dashed
Combustible gases Lemon 1012 227 184 056 #E3B838
Natural gas Zinc yellow 1018 255 214 077 #FFD64D
Non-combustible gases Green 6010 054 105 038 #366926
Acids Yellow- 2000 224 094 031 #E05E1F
orange
Alkaline solutions Reddish 4001 130 064 128 #824080
purple
Flocculant Light pink 3015 232 156 181 #E89CB5
Flammable liquids Pure orange 2004 242 059 028 #F23B1C
Interior of containers like filling - - - - -
Fresh, activated, return, excess, Medium 8003 115 059 036 #733B24
floating, and fecal sludge brown
Sludge after centrifuge Dark brown 8015 077 031 028 #4D1F1C
4.5 Communication
In order to ensure control and consistent plant operation, a communication
connection must be set up with the central remote control room for each WUT
subproject.
The communication connection can be set up using SIMATIC TeleControl. For
further information on how to configure the TeleControl, see the following entries:
• Remote Configurations in Water and waste water Technology
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/61024137
• Creating technological functions with SIMATIC TeleControl and OPEN OS for
a consistent Process Visualization in PCS 7
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109478763
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Note Siemens offers reference architectures (blueprints) that are specifically tailored
to the requirements of the water, waste water, and desalination industry. These
blueprints and the corresponding documentation for the secure configuration of
the control system and communication have been certified by TÜV-Süd for
PCS 7 in accordance with IEC 62443-3-3/2-4. This is based on the security
functions of the Simatic PCS 7 process control system, which is certified in
accordance with IEC 62443-3-3.
Further information on the subject of TÜV certifications for Siemens process
control technology in the water and waste water sector can be found here:
https://press.siemens.com/global/en/news/tuv-certifications-siemens-process-
control-systems-water-and-wastewater-industry
The reference architectures for WinCC OA, WinCC V7, WinCC RT Prof meet the
requirements of IEC 62443-4-1 / 3-3.
Note More information on the topic of industrial security can be found in the SIMATIC
PCS 7 Compendium Part F - Industrial Security manual:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109782722
Plant security
• Physical security measures:
Control of physical access to given areas, buildings, rooms, cabinets, devices,
operating equipment, cables and wiring). The physical security measures must
be aligned with the security cells and the responsible persons. It is important to
implement physical protection on remote single-user systems as well.
• Organizational security measures:
Security guidelines, security concepts, security regulations, security checks,
risk analyses, assessments and audits, awareness measures and training.
Network security
• Division into security cells
A highly secure network architecture subdivides the control network into
various task levels. Perimeter zone techniques should be used for this
purpose. This means that the systems installed in the perimeter network (DMZ)
are shielded from other networks (e.g., internet, office network) by one or more
firewalls (front and back or threehomed firewall). This separation allows access
to data in the perimeter network without having to simultaneously allow access
to the internal network to be protected (e.g. automation network). This
significantly minimizes the risk of access violations.
• Securing access points to security cells
A single access point to each security cell (to be implemented by means of a
firewall) for authenticating users and the applications and devices used, for
direction-based access control, for assigning access authorizations, and for
detecting attempted break-ins. The single access point is the main access
point to the network of a security cell and serves as the first point of control of
access rights at the network level.
• Securing the communication between two security cells via an "insecure"
network
Certificate-based, authenticated and encrypted communication is to be used
whenever perimeter zone technology involves communication via access
points. This can be done using tunnel protocols such as PPTP (Point to Point
Tunneling Protocol), L2TP (Layer Two Tunneling Protocol) or IPSec
(IPSecurity). Communication is also possible via protocols that are secured by
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System integrity
• System hardening
System settings on a system to make that system more resistant to
• attacks by malicious software.
• User management and role-based user authorizations
Role-based access control
• Patch management
Patch management is the standard procedure for installing updates on plant
computers.
• Malware detection & prevention
Use of suitable and correctly configured virus scanners
The strategy of dividing plants and associated plants into safety cells increases the
availability of an overall system. Individual failures or safety threats that cause
failures can thus be limited to their immediate sphere of influence. When planning
the security cells, the plant is first divided into automation cells (process cells) and
then into security cells by security measures.
Note Criteria for dividing a plant into automation and safety cells can be found in the
document "Safety concept PCS 7 & WinCC (Basis)":
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/60119725
More information on industrial security can be found in the SIMATIC process
control system PCS 7 Compendium Part F - Industrial Security (V9.0):
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109782722
The following sample configuration is used for the division into security cells:
The division of the entire system into a safety cell for subsystem A and for
subsystem B also requires the separation of the system bus and terminal bus. The
OS clients, on which operation and monitoring of the entire process (subsystems A
6 Digitalization
The Siemens "Digital Enterprise" strategy addresses the main features of Industry
4.0 such as integrated engineering and operation, the connection of your systems
to the cloud via the open Internet of Things (IoT) MindSphere operating system and
the use of a wide variety of applications such as SIWA Optim to analyze and utilize
data in the Cloud.
In parallel with Industry 4.0, which was first launched in Germany, other initiatives
with a similar focus are underway around the world, including the "Industrial
Internet Consortium" in the U.S. and "Made in China 2025". Digitalization is the key
to all of these initiatives.
Digital Enterprise
Process industries Discrete Industries
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Process
Product Product Production Production Production
and plant Engineering Operation Service Service
design design design planning engineering execution
Industrial
Security
Digital
Industrial Enterprise
Services
Suite
6 Digitalization
Figure 6-2
SIMIT
The SIMIT simulation software enables real-time simulation and emulation for
comprehensive testing of automation solutions. The new SIMIT 10.3 software
generation is based on a uniform simulation platform that can be used to
implement both the virtual commissioning of automation technology (for systems,
machines, and processes), and realistic training environments for plant operators.
Figure 6-6 Implementation of SIMIT, a SIMIT Virtual Controller, and the SIMIT Unit
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You can use up to 32 Virtual Controllers in the simulation project, and can
distribute them across multiple PCs. Virtual Controllers can communicate with each
other; connections to external partners and the operator control and monitoring
system are also possible. Only IP-based connections in IP address range IPv4 are
supported, however.
The above figure shows which automation level components are simulated as
Virtual Controllers:
1. PC with SIMIT SF (Simulation Framework) installed
– Manages the SIMIT project
– Starts/stops simulation
– Simulates the field and process level
– Can also include a Virtual Controller
2. PC with installed SIMIT VC (Virtual Controller)
– Hosts 1 to 8 Virtual Controllers
– Must be accessible in the network from the SIMIT PC
– Must be accessible from the OS server
3. PCs with PCS 7 installed (ES, OS server and client)
Control Modules
Interlock
Interlock logic
Logik
Technological hierarchy
Technologische Hierarchie
SIMATIC PCS 7 SIMATIC PCS 7
Technological hierarchy
PA Accelerator
Hardware configuration
Hardwarekonfiguration
Symbol table
Symboltabelle
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The following options are available for data transfer and matching:
• Direct data exchange: When PAA and
ST-PCS7SYS 15 - PCS
16 7 are installed on the same
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The SIMATIC PCS 7 Plant Automation Accelerator also provides advantages for
existing COMOS users: COMOS customers with an existing or planned COMOS
installation can purchase the PAA as a COMOS module with the so-called
"Integration Layer", which allows them to use all available functionalities for fully
integrated engineering with COMOS and SIMATIC PCS 7 by using the SIMATIC
standard objects supplied. With the corresponding COMOS licenses, data can be
transferred from process design, as well as from basic and detailed engineering to
the control system and vice versa. A combination with other COMOS modules is
possible. The Integration Layer can also be used in multi-user mode in an existing
COMOS installation.
The SIMATIC PCS 7 Plant Automation Accelerator also provides advantages for
existing COMOS users: COMOS customers with an existing or planned COMOS
installation can purchase the PAA as a COMOS module with the so-called
"Integration Layer", which allows them to use all available functionalities for fully
integrated engineering with COMOS and SIMATIC PCS 7 by using the SIMATIC
standard objects supplied. With the corresponding COMOS licenses, data can be
transferred from process design, as well as from basic and detailed engineering to
the control system and vice versa. A combination with other COMOS modules is
possible. The Integration Layer can also be used in multi-user mode in an existing
COMOS installation.
Differenzierung von PAA zum COMOS Workflow mit
dem "Integration Layer"
Figure 6-11 Integration of PAA in COMOS
Plant Engineering mit COMOS Automation Engineering mit
SIMATIC PCS 7
mit
Engineering
Engineering
Electrical
Engineering
Automation
Engineering
Note More information about the SIMATIC PCS 7 Plant Automation Accelerator can
be found on the corresponding overview page:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109767120
6.4.1 MindSphere
MindSphere is the Cloud-based, open IoT operating system from Siemens that
connects your products, plants, systems and machines, enabling you to harness
the wealth of data generated by the Internet of Things (IoT) with extensive analysis.
MindSphere offers a wide range of protocol options for device and enterprise
applications, industry applications, extensive analytics, and an innovative
development environment that leverages Siemens' open platform-as-a-service
(PaaS) capabilities as well as access to Cloud services from Amazon Web
Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure and Alibaba.
Through these features, MindSphere connects real things to the digital world and
delivers powerful industry applications and digital services that drive business
success.
MindSphere enables the development and deployment of new industry applications
in a diverse partner ecosystem through open PaaS capabilities. Benefit from the
experience and knowledge of our partners. No development on your part is
required to advance your IoT strategy.
Siemens offers business-oriented solutions that promote closed-loop innovation
through digital twins for products, production and performance.
With modern SIMATIC CPUs or by means of Industrial IoT Gateways, your plant
can be connected directly to MindSphere to bring data to the Cloud easily, quickly,
and securely.
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Advantages
• Faster development of robust industrial IoT solutions
• Open Platform-as-a-Service with native access to the Cloud
• Comprehensive device systems, enterprise systems and edge-to-Cloud
connectivity
• Powerful industry solutions with comprehensive analytics
• Closed-loop innovations with digital twins
• First-class partner ecosystem for industry solutions and services
The applications and digital services of the Siemens Industry Suite for water
management provide more transparency and thereby help to identify optimization
and savings potential for greater supply security. Siemens Water (SIWA)
applications, developed specifically for the water and waste water industry, enable
operators to optimize energy efficiency, prevent water loss, reduce water pollution,
and take preventive maintenance measures.
The SIWA applications are modular Cloud-based applications that cover the entire
water cycle. The following descriptions provide an overview of the various
applications and their added value.
Note You can find more information on the SIWA applications under:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/branchen/wasser/digitalization.html
SIWA Optim
SIWA Optim is the key to a water supply that is as energy-efficient as it is reliable.
This Cloud-based application enables you to optimally use and automate all
relevant assets.
Figure 6-13
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You optimize pump and valve schedules based on the latest plant data and
demand forecasts as well as daily updated energy prices. This enables you to
reduce energy costs by up to 15% while safeguarding the supply at the same time.
During maintenance work, you can see with which tanks and pumps, as well as
with which utilization, the security of supply is ensured. The application provides
efficient decision support with regard to the time, type, and scope of maintenance.
The application can be used to search for operating alternatives in a short time in
order to maintain the security of supply. Supply zones can be easily connected with
each other, for example.
SIWA Optim allows you to simulate different scenarios based on actual operating
data. For this reason, the application is ideal for creating case studies and is
suitable as an engineering tool for planners and pump manufacturers.
Additional information is available at:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109770593
SIWA OptimDynamics
SIWA OptimDynamics uses hydraulic modeling of the pumping station to calculate
the most efficient way to transport the drinking water. This is done based on the
specific load curves and efficiency factors of the available pumps.
SIWA OptimDynamics also provides continuous information on current fill levels
and enables fast and targeted action in the event of deviations from the forecast
consumption.
Furthermore, SIWA OptimDynamics also monitors pump status through a special
algorithm that analyzes process data and derives trends and recommendations for
operation and maintenance.
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SIWA Leak
With SIWA Leak, Siemens offers a system for detecting major as well as minor,
hard to detect leaks in water transport pipes. As a supplement to existing control
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SIWA LeakPlus
SIWA LeakPlus combines real-time monitoring, Cloud computing, artificial
intelligence, and hydraulic simulations into an innovative all-in-one solution for
water distribution networks. The SIWA LeakPlus application for water distribution
networks is based on artificial intelligence and can be applied in networks (DMAs)
of all sizes with any pipe diameter and material. This allows data from different
sensors to be collected and analyzed to detect anomalies that indicate leaks.
Leaks can, therefore, be detected, localized, and repaired at an early stage.
SIWA Burst
SIWA Burst detects and locates burst pipes in water networks. By monitoring
pressure transients and using intelligent algorithms, SIWA Burst identifies the most
likely type of event (e.g., pipe burst, consumption, or valve operation) and is able to
perform real-time localization of a pipe burst with an accuracy of up to 20 meters.
Figure 6-15
Pump Guardian
The SIWA Pump Guardian is a secure IoT solution that prevents clogging and
provides full transparency of pump and pump station performance. The application
helps to detect and prevent clogged impellers, blocked pipelines, and blockages
due to one-time events
SIWA Sewer
SIWA Sewer provides dynamic online optimization of sewer operations to reduce
the overflow of untreated water into the environment. SIWA Sewer is an application
that enables operators of sewer networks and waste water treatment plants to
optimally use the storage/retention volumes, as well as to support and relieve the
operating personnel in both normal and emergency operation of their plants.
Figure 6-16
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The application takes into account the actual levels in sewers, septic tanks, and
overflow basins, as well as the precipitation amounts of the current weather
forecasts. The optimization algorithm runs continuously (in 3-minute intervals) and
results in optimized pump and valve schedules, as well as optimized settings of all
relevant plant components. The schedules and optimized settings are transferred
to the customer's SCADA system via the OPC UA protocol.
SIWA Kanal can be used for the optimization of maintenance scenarios, as well as
for decision support for worst-case scenarios (heavy rain events, etc.).
7 Appendix
7.1 Glossary
Term Explanation
AdvES Advanced Engineering System
APL Advanced Process Library
The PCS 7 AP Library V8.1 SP1 contains all blocks and functionalities of the
PCS 7 Library V8.1 SP1 and also offers additional functionalities and entirely
new blocks. All parameters of the APL blocks are subject to a new naming
convention.
CFC Continuous Function Chart
An advanced graphic language with function blocks for configuring continuous
control systems.
Process tag Actuators and sensors are used on the individual control level as individual
(control module) control units. In PCS 7, the control module is implemented with typical
software features (control module types) such as a valve, motor, or controller,
for example. The implementation in the CFC plan contains all relevant blocks,
circuits and basic parameters. A control module type is produced from the
CFC, which is then stored in the PCS 7 master data library. You can create as
many instances as you like from this control module type, for instance using
the automation interface. There can be major differences between the
instances, e.g. you can select options for functions as well as for the process
link.
Each name of an individual control unit follows a uniform naming convention.
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This means that the label provides information about the function and the job
of the control module.
Equipment module An equipment module forms part of a unit and contains sensors, actuators and
(technical function) the automation system (hardware and software). Equipment modules are
designed and configured for use in concrete applications, such as process
technology (dosing device, level or temperature control).
Unit U unit template is composed of various equipment modules that form a partial
(plant section) automation solution.
In a unit template, it is also possible to display further information, such as
economic or process engineering parameters (KPIs) or the operating times of
assemblies.
A unit template is grouped in a hierarchy folder and you can easily integrate it
into existing projects and adapt it.
Faceplate A graphic element on the screen of the operator station which represents, for
(picture block/operating instance, an analogue control instrument, a hardwired pushbutton or a switch
screen) and enables the operator to monitor and operate the device.
Function block A control module as defined in IEC 1131-3. See also "Block".
Instance A copy of a function block, which is reused for the control configuration of a
similar application.
Communication The hardware and software for the transmission and reception of analogue
connection and digital information via a communication system such as, for instance, a
bus.
TIA With Totally Integrated Automation™, Siemens offers a universal range of
products and systems for the efficient automation of plants in the water
industry – whether in water, waste water, irrigation or desalination.
TIP Totally Integrated Power™ stands for integrated electrical energy distribution
plants for infrastructure, buildings and industry.
HiL Hardware in the Loop
SiL Software in the Loop
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
RTU Remote Terminal Unit
IoT Internet of Things
Plug-and-produce Plug and Produce is a principle for simple and secure integration of
components in industry 4.0, with minimal engineering times.
Technical Support
The Technical Support of Siemens Industry provides you fast and competent
support regarding all technical queries with numerous tailor-made offers
– ranging from basic support to individual support contracts.
Please send queries to Technical Support via Web form:
siemens.com/SupportRequest
Service offer
Our range of services includes the following:
1. Plant data services
2. Spare parts services
3. Repair services
4. On-site and maintenance services
5. Retrofitting and modernization services
6. Service programs and contracts
You can find detailed information on our range of services in the service catalog
web page:
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/sc
The Siemens Industry Mall is the platform on which the entire siemens Industry
product portfolio is accessible. From the selection of products to the order and the
delivery tracking, the Industry Mall enables the complete purchasing processing –
directly and independently of time and location:
mall.industry.siemens.com
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https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/63481413
\11\ WUT: PCS 7 Water Unit Template - Control of Biological Stage of a waste water
Treatment Plant with Upstream Denitrification
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109478073
\12\ WUT: PCS 7 Water Unit Template – Control of Biological Stage of a waste water
Treatment Plant with Intermittent Operation
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109485916
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\13\ WUT: PCS 7 Water Unit Template – Efficient Management of Storm Water Tank
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109481487
\14\ WUT: PCS 7 Water Unit Template – External Pump Station of a waste water
Treatment Plant (WWTP)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109481486
\15\ Integration of Comfort Panels, Operator Panels and S7-300 Package Units in
SIMATIC PCS 7 with PCS 7 Industry Library
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/50708061
\16\ SIMATIC Panel overview
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/produkte/automatisierung/simatic-hmi.html
\18\ System requirements for the integration of the S7-300 into PCS 7
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/73133562
\19\ SIMATIC PCS 7 Industry Library for PCS 7
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109750809
\20\ PCS 7 Libraries APL Style Guide
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/59062870
\21\ Creating technological functions with TeleControl and OPEN OS for a consistent
Process Visualization in PCS 7
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109478763
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