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The SILworX API (application programming interface) is an interface which allows SILworX functions

to be called from an external program. The call is made over an SSL-encrypted connection with certificate

handling.

Both the process and rail industries use the API for:

• Automated tests

• Automated readout of system information

• Automated readout of diagnostic information

• Automated archiving and version management

Reload/Download/Code Generation

A 64-bit version of SILworX is now available. This means that the program uses the full performance of

modern PCs and there is no memory limitation for program sizes.

A reload for large projects (including code generation) can be carried out two to five times faster,

resulting in enormous time savings.

Multiforce

Up to five users can carry out forces simultaneously on one controller. This enables faster and more

efficient testing, as well as accelerated commissioning.

VAR_IN_OUT

Combined input and output variables in function blocks for optimized performance. IN_OUT variables

can be used to both read and write variables within the function block.

Automated testing with SILworX Smart Safety Test

The life cycle of a safety system requires necessary tests. Smart Safety Test offers flexible test

concepts for engineering, factory acceptance test, site integration test, commissioning and

automated retesting.

• Supports the use of recommended methods regarding automated tests and acceptance

• Defined test cases are reusable and always up-to-date

• Automated checks for any changes

• Usable to support and document proof tests

• Automated documentation of the test execution and results

• Directly executable on the safety PLC

Comparing logics and making changes visible. With the SILworX COMPARATOR PLUS project

changes are quick, easy and comprehensible. It allows you to compare the logic of two programs,

functions or functions blocks (Programming Organization Units) with one another, displaying the

changes graphically and in tabular form with a high degree of detail.

• Comparison of projects and archives

• Comparison of function block logic

• Comparison of step functions

Potential sources of error in the application are reduced to a minimum. Change tracking is digitally

available.

While maintaining the highest functional standards, the COMPARATOR PLUS simplifies the Management-

of Change process at every stage of the lifecycle. This applies both during the engineering process and

for modifications during operation.

Customize your automation process in a simple way

Via an additional interface in SILworX, external plug-ins such as scripts, programs or functions

can be integrated into your own automation project without affecting the safety functions.

Plug-ins are applications that interact with SILworX but are not included in the SILworX application.

Extend SILworX by integrating application-specific functions as needed and benefit of flexible

programming, increased efficiency and faster time-to-market.

Plug-ins for SILworX

• Independent modules that run in their own processes

• Start automatically with SILworX or manually by the user

• Access to SILworX via the SILworX API function

In large projects several people work together on one project and need to manage different

versions or parts of the same project.

Versioning and collaboration made easy

• SILworX offers the option to save the project in several individual files instead of one single file.

• This makes it easy to import individual files or folders into versioning tools and merge them

back later into one project.

• The same applies to objects such as function blocks, libraries, and other resources that were

created by different team members.

SILworX Multi-File-Project streamlines both versioning activities and team collaboration.

This enhances the digital work process which generates more efficiency and saves more time.

SILworX allows you to program and configure your HIMA safety-related controllers

and diagnose errors in an intuitive user interface. This results in fewer user errors

and faster engineering – enabling you to commission your safety system more quickly

and adapt it to new requirements immediately.

The engineering tool is a part of the HIMA Smart Safety Platform and adapts modularly

to your project requirements. In addition to its core function, SILworX also offers Industry

4.0 functions for user-specific programming. Benefit from efficient and flexible engineering

solutions for future-proof digitalization of functional safety with added value.

SILworX offers a modular approach.  In addition to its core functions, the programming of

safety controllers, it also offers industry 4.0 features that can be deployed flexibly to meet

the application´s specific requirements. All of these features are safety certified.

Thanks to the new interface external plug-ins such as scripts, programs or functions can

also be integrated into your own automation project.

SILworX is HIMA’s easy-to-use, fully integrated configuration,

programming and diagnostic environment. Its state-of-the

art interface with drag&drop programming helps users

avoid mistakes and speeds up the engineering process.

Different levels of user guidance, clear display of all status

and diagnostic information and comprehensive validation

tools help engineers achieve safe applications.

SILworX highlights:

ƒƒ A single fully integrated software tool for all tasks

ƒƒ One licence for all functions

ƒƒ IEC 61131-3-compliant, supporting all functions and

variable types for safety-related programming

ƒƒ Flexible programming using function block diagrams,

sequential function charts

ƒƒ Supports reload funcitonality for hardware and logic changes

ƒƒ Project saved automatically each time it is loaded

ƒƒ Safe comparator for hardware and logic changes,

including detail view and Go to … functionality

ƒƒ Program validation inlcuding offline simulation, online test

ƒƒ Secure double code generation with code comparison

ƒƒ Monitored forcing of signals

ƒƒ Project-wide cross-references and navigation

ƒƒ Password protection for projects and controller access

ƒƒ ST (Structered Text)

ƒƒ Supports SOE programming

ƒƒ Supports multitasking for up to 32 independent programs

ƒƒ Hardware import/export via XML

ƒƒ Library including function blocks developed in accordance

with IEC 61511

ƒƒ C Code function block option