#233 - AVEVA How to upgrade the GPL

 - Import the files inside the folder "Installation Files" with its sub-folders: xxxxx\GPL for ASP (OMI) Setup\Installation files

#232 - Chat with Nelson Terra

(English version at the bottom)

Tive o prazer de bater um papo com Nelson Terra, mestre em computação aeronáutica e engenheiro sênior de sistemas embarcados para foguetes lançadores de satélites. Durante o nosso bate-papo, exploramos sua trajetória profissional, alguns dos projetos em que esteve envolvido e os desafios de desenvolver sistemas embarcados para missões críticas.

#231 - AVEVA Citect SCADA - How to configure the OFS for the PLC data exchange

- Open "OFS Configuration Tool"

#230 - AVEVA Citect SCADA How to Restore a project from backup *.ctz

- Open "Citect Studio" - Select the *.ctz project file

#229 - Schneider Control Expert - How to update the library in a project

Right-click on "Derived FB Types" and "Get from Library":

#228 - Chat with Sigifredo Nino

I had the pleasure of chatting with Sigifredo Nino, an electrical engineer with more than forty years of experience in the process control industry. His career began in the 1980s at a coal power station in Colombia, after which he spent nearly a decade working at a pulp and paper mill. Later, Sigifredo moved to Canada, where he became a leading expert consultant in process control. Our conversation delved into his professional journey, various projects, and significant contributions to the field.

#227 - Schneider How to troubleshoot PLC Halt

There are different system words that help the troubleshooting:

#226 - Pepperl-Fuchs ATEX Switch Amplifier

- The Pepperl-Fuchs Switch Amplifier KFD2-SR2-Ex2.2S can be used between a sensor installed in a hazardous area and the digital input card.

#225 - AVEVA How to edit the alarm properties in OMI

Runtime alarms: Open $ViewAppGP and click on "Edit Layout":

#224 - VEGA How to connect and calibrate a VEGAPULS C 21 radar sensor

- Download the VEGA Tools app

- Connect to the device via Bluetooth

#223 - Schneider Link to the Modicon Libraries

Link to the Modicon Libraries (GPL for Control Expert, AVEVA OMI, etc).

#222 - Schneider How to update the TeSys island firmware and DTM library

Check the latest firmware version at Schneider's website:

#221 - Schneider How to load a configuration file on the Modicon Switch

Check the compatibility of the profiles with the switch (reference document: System Guide Hardware in a Complex M580 System):

#220 - AVEVA Updates on GPL attributes

On the GPL there are some attributes that can be improved:

#219 - Schneider Disabling backplane on NOC card

Open the DTM Browser and Open the NOC card configuration

#218 - Schneider Basics on Motor plates, DOL, Soft-Starter and ATV

Motor Plate:

#217 - Chat with Michel Ruel

I had the pleasure of chatting with Michel Ruel, a Canadian electrical engineer, Fellow of the International Society of Automation (ISA), and a legend in the process control industry. With over forty years of experience, Michel has worked in various fields, including pulp and paper, mining, and petrochemical, tackling some very challenging problems with great return on investment to his clients. During our conversation, we explored his professional journey, his numerous projects, and his significant contributions to the field.

#216 - Schneider Tips and Tricks when commissioning an Altivar VFD

It can be tricky to properly commission a VFD application. Here below some tips and tricks for the Schneider Altivar :

#215 - Asking questions

Asking good questions is key to learning. Some tips are to keep simple and follow-up when necessary.

Here are some examples of questions:

#214 - AVEVA How to extract logs from the system

AVEVA Logs:

#213 - Schneider configuration of the PLC Simulator to connect to the ASP MCS

- Connect to the PLC Simulator and download a project file

#212 - Schneider Upgrading DTMs

- Working with different versions of Control Expert and projects may create some DTM discrepancies.

#211 - Schneider Configuration of the managed switches

- Connect to the switch via Ethernet cable or USB-C

- From "Ethernet Switch Configurator" scan the network and identify the MAC address of the switch. Set the desired IP address and click on WWW to open the web interface.

- Using the USB-C cable, try the default web page: 91.0.0.100

- A ring topology, redundancy, needs a managed switch

#210 - Training and Learning Material

IMechE:

- imeche.org/library-archive: Browse e-books, do the advanced search with key words such as: "Controls" (kw:(Controls)) Author (au="McMillan, Gregory K" AND au="1946"), (au="Shinskey"), (au="Kister, H").

Enquiries: library@imeche.org, archive@imeche.org, imeche.org/library-archive/library-services

#209 - Tips on writing software for industrial automation

- DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself)

- Single codebase for similar functions. Create parameters to configure / enable specific functions but keeping a single code base for better code development and maintenance. Examples: Loading / Offloading. Think about instances, for example rather than 87 different functions create 3 instances.

#208 - Import configuration from SinemaRC into OpenVPN

From SinemaRC webpage, export the settings:

#207 - Schneider Advanced functions on Altivar 930 (Limit Switches, Hoisting, Break, Boost)

Advanced functions and their configuration in SoMove:

#206 - AVEVA How to restore a backup project .cab

A project backup can be made from the OCMC: Galaxy Database Manager > Project (right click and Backup).

To restore a project, right click on the Platform Manager and select "Remove Local Platform".

#205 - Question to the ISA's “Ask the Automation Pros” program

Check out my question to the ISA's “Ask the Automation Pros” program regarding the migration of a project.

#204 - Schneider PLC to PLC communication

To establish a PLC to PLC communication add a Modbus device into the desired network (NOC or PLC) and then:

#203 - Schneider How to Connect to the PLC via USB and Ethernet cable

In Control Expert, from PLC tab, click on "Set Address..." button.

#202 - Book "O rei dos dividendos" written by Luiz Barsi Filho

(English version at the bottom)

Esta autobiografia trata alguns dos episódios que marcaram a trajetória do autor, Luiz Barsi Filho, o maior investidor pessoa física do Brasil.

#201 - How to cross reference in Simatic Manager STEP 7

From Blocks, right click Reference Data > Display.

Then select Update or Regenerate the data.

Use the filters as required.

#200 - Schneider How to configure a ATV930 VFD

From the HMI screen, set up the 6. Communication settings

#199 - Siemens HMI Fit to Screen

When developing the HMI in one size (e.g. TP1200) but having to quickly scale the project to other size (e.g. TP900) a quick and easy way is to select the Options > Settings > Visualization > Fit to screen

#198 - AVEVA How to set up the communication between the PLC and SCADA

There are different ways for the Modicon PLCs to get communication with SCADA ASP, through OPC Factory Server (OFS), or through Modicon Communication Server (MCS). There is a plugin software from Schneider called Asset Link that must be installed in ASP.

#197 - AVEVA System Platform How to manage Local Users and Groups

Right-click in Windows' start button and open Computer Management

#196 - AVEVA System Platform How to check the versions of a *.cab Galaxy

When migrating a Galaxy project (*.cab) it is important that the new System Platform and SQL Server are equal or greater versions than the backup versions.

#195 - AVEVA System Platform Application Server Labs

- Lab 1 (1-17) Creating the Galaxy: The goal is to create a Blank Galaxy. The creation can take several minutes to complete.

#194 - AVEVA How to use a Modbus TCP PLCSIM

- In AVEVA's OCMC it is possible to connect to a Modbus TCP PLC, which can be a real PLC or a simulated PLC

#193 - AVEVA System Platform license manager

- The License Manager can be found at: AVEVA and then Enterprise License Manager or via Web browser at: pc-name.AELicenseManager

#192 - AVEVA System Platform tips and tricks

- On Templates, create a folder for the project and a sub-folder with Global and Project

#191 - AVEVA System Platform How to open a new Galaxy

 - How to open a new Galaxy: Copy and paste the .cab file into this folder:

#190 - Schneider How to set-up a SYSLOG server

- install kiwi syslog

#189 - Schneider How to configure EIP communication between ATV930 and M580 CPU

- Add the DTM to the project

- Check the VFD model and select the correct Firmware version

- Edit the parameters:

1. Set Fix IP address

2. Complete Settings > Command and Reference: FR1: Emb. Ethernet

CHCF: IO Mode

CD1: Ethernet

3. Fieldbus: Configure the Control and Status Words. The control word bits can be edited and assigned to certain functions, e.g. Reset, Reverse. It is just necessary to set the relevant bit "Bit 5 Eth Embd control word".

#188 - Schneider How to install Control Expert in a fresh Windows 10 VM

- Set number of processors = 2 and number of cores = 2, 16 GB of RAM, Network Adapter VMnet0 (or the one linked to the Wi-Fi on host)

- Rename the PC name

- Generate a new MAC address for the PC in the advanced settings of the network card

#187 - Schneider Modicon General Purpose Library 2022 v2

- Download Modicon Libraries 2022 - General Purpose V2 for Control Expert V15.1

- Install the Libraries following the installation guide provided and adjust the PLC settings accordingly

#186 - Schneider How to connect and configure TeSys Island

In the OTM (Web browser) edit the IP address:

- Connect to the Web Server of the TPRBCEIP bus coupler at 10.10.0.1

#185 - Schneider How to exchange data between the PLC M580 and the VFD ATV9xx via Ethernet IP

 - Add the VFD to the device list in the DTM Browser

- In the properties of the network card (e.g. CPU network or NOC network) edit the IP and Disable the DHCP option for the VFD, so that it will work by Fixed IP addressing

#184 - Schneider IO card wiring

- BMX DDI 1602 Digital Input Module: