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Integrate with Industrial Edge
The virtual PLC is provided entirely via Industrial Edge. First, download SIMATIC S7-1500V as an Edge app from the Marketplace. Then, access it in Industrial Edge Management and deploy it in the application.
Why Virtual PLC?
The virtual PLC is your ticket to Software-defined automation. With these, you can continue to rely on familiar processes and tools while benefiting from IT mechanisms. As a hardware-independent controller, the virtual PLC is provided and deployed entirely via Industrial Edge. Just download the SIMATIC S7‑1500V as an Industrial Edge app, central manage it and deploy it to your application environment using Industrial Edge Runtime.
Key benefits
Get more flexibility
The virtual PLC is hardware-independent. You can also adjust the number of instances used according to demand, so you only pay for the controllers you need.
Integrate seamlessly
The virtual controller is completely compatible with TIA Portal, allowing you to build on projects that are already in the tool. Also, you can use OT solutions that you have previously employed in an IT environment.
Increase efficiency
The virtual PLC is integrated into Industrial Edge, allowing you to centrally operate applications and automate process steps in a datacentric way. Thanks to IT mechanisms, you can even optimize entire workflows and costs.
Featured capabilities
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Merging IT and OT
Quicky and easily adjust the software used or number of controllers to your current requirements. The advantage of digitalization of PLCs is being able to react to changing requirements seamlessly.
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React remotely
You get a notification of a controller issue, but you are at home. With a classical PLC, you have to go on site. With the virtual PLC, you can easily get your plant running again from anywhere.