As the legacy systems installed in process automation industries are very much expensive, it is not a viable option to replace those systems for digital transformations considering the budget constraints. However, moving towards digital transformation with the existing systems poses the following challenges:
Lack of connectivity options, Proprietary protocols, Limited programming capability Cybersecurity Risks, Operational Disruption, Obsoleted eco systems.
Solutions for Technical Challenges for the implementation of Industry 4.0 Solution in Process Automation Industry
The solution for the above listed technical challenges is an Open Eco System for Process Plants. An open ecosystem like PLCnext Technology can seamlessly integrate legacy systems with the cutting-edge digital platforms with its enhanced automation environment. PLCnext technology is based on the pillars as explained below:
- Enhanced Development and Connected Coworking
- Enhanced Performance
- Enhanced Freedom
- Enhanced Connectivity
- Enhanced Convenience
- Enhanced Security
With the above explained features and functionalities, PLCnext open eco system can address the technical challenges being faced by the process automation industries in the following ways:
- PLCnext controllers can be used as edge devices to collect data from legacy devices using its open protocol capability and sending the data to the next layer such as MES, ERP and public or private cloud platforms.
- PLCnext controllers can act as intelligent PLCs with its enhanced programming capabilities, making it possible to do the control, monitoring, analytics and predictions on real time basis.
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