Modularization in automation engineering

 

Modularization is a game-changer for efficient engineering, offering automation engineers significant benefits such as reduced development time, simplified maintenance, lower costs, and more. On this page, you'll explore the basics of modular engineering in TIA Portal and SIMATIC AX, learning how to adhere to standards, create standardized modules, and manage your company resources. Dive in now and unlock the full potential of modularization!

Overview

 

Get first insights on modularization by reading our articles about the basics of modularization or finding out, which of our engineering tool suits you best.

How to reuse and adhere to standards

 

Choosing the right programming languages and adhering to established (company) standards and guidelines are the cornerstones of effective modularization. Standards promote interoperability and facilitates collaboration between different teams and companies. Find out how SIMATIC AX and TIA Portal support you in complying with standards using libraries and templates.

How to create reusable standardized modules

 

The creation and use of containers is crucial for structuring specific sources and information in a modular way. Containers can take the form of templates, libraries, or packages. In this chapter, you’ll find out how to use the Package Manager in SIMATIC AX to create and install packages or how to use and manage standardized modules in TIA Portal.

How to effectively manage company sources

 

The places and systems that enable the storage and management of sources are an important pillar for modularization in machine engineering. Version control interfaces such as Git or open-source communities provide platforms for organizing, storing, and tracking changes to containers. Find out how SIMATIC AX and TIA Portal support you with transparent version control and provide an environment for collaborative development.

How to manage dependent modules

 

Library and package management tools are necessary to organize and manage containers efficiently. They allow engineers to quickly access the resources they need without wasting time searching for or manually managing modules. Find out how the package manager in SIMATIC AX and TIA Portal supports you in effectively accessing and automatically managing pre-built code modules and resources.

Tools

 

TIA Portal and SIMATIC AX offer a wide range of features and options that engineers can use to modularize their engineering process and meet the challenges of automation. In this section, you will learn how to increase your productivity with TIA Portal and SIMATIC AX.

Mastering modularization

 

Siemens solutions such as the TIA Portal or SIMATIC AX enable the efficient implementation of modularization. They offer engineers platforms and tools to create a structured, modular environment for factory automation. Our Modularization product basket covers all the information you need to effectively implement modularization in your engineering process using TIA Portal or SIMATIC AX.

Success Stories

 

See how companies are leveraging modular engineering to boost efficiency and innovation. Explore our first success stories and discover how modularization is transforming automation projects. More inspiring examples are on the way—stay tuned! Watch now and get inspired!

 

Let’s talk modularization!

 

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