SIMATIC S7-1500V Virtual PLC - Software PLC

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

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.

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.

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Audi virtualizes shop floor with Siemens PLC

Audi wanted to virtualize shop floor automation, reduce the number of devices and convert applications to software to make production fast, robust and flexible. This required not only a new, IT-based infrastructure but also virtual PLCs. Siemens provided the key to success with SIMATIC S7-1500V.

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