Category: Bachmann

Achieving your goal quickly and efficiently

With the atvise® builder as an engineering tool with full graphic support, atvise® hmi offers everything needed for the rapid implementation of visualizations. In addition to an extensive object catalogue, drag and drop support and consistent object orientation, atvise® users also have a fully integrated responsive design framework at their disposal. Numerous prepared dynamizations, drag and drop support and high degrees of freedom in implementation enable both beginners and experts to use the atvise® hmi optimally. Development is possible on 3 levels:

For beginners: Simple dynamization with preconfigured dynamizations are easily created.

For professionals: Simple Dynamics allows for dynamizations to be implemented in a variety of ways via modular toolbox.

For experts: Client- and server-side scripting with an integrated development environment as well as the possibility of expanding atvise® with external libraries and frameworks adding more functionality.

Versatile regarding data communication

In addition to direct connection via OPC UA Client, Siemens S7 300/400/1200/1500 as well as Rockwell Compact Logix controllers can be connected for data acquisition via the atvise® connect communication module. Additional generic interfaces are also offered, e.g. KNX, BACnet and MQTT Due to the integrated onboard OPC UA server, atvise® hmi applications can be easily expanded at any time. The special feature here is that not only live data, but also alarms and historical data can be synchronised seamlessly across several levels via the OPC UA interface. The OPC UA interface also allows access to the peripherals using connection and user certificates. For example, after successful implementation of the HMI, a higher-level atvise® scada application can be implemented downstream without having to invest in data interfaces and without interrupting operation of the HMI applications.

Intelligent engineering functions

With the atvise® builder as an engineering tool, users of atvise® embedded have a wide range of intelligent functions at their disposal.

Graphic objects can be developed in a consistent modular and object-oriented manner. In this way, individual, simple subcomponents can be combined to form extensive and complex components. Configurable parameters of higherlevel graphic components can be passed on to the subcomponents contained together with graphic support. The interaction logic of individual graphic objects can also be mapped in a modularised way to further increase engineering efficiency. In this way, several graphic objects can use the same logic module.

A change to the logic module has an immediate effect on all referenced graphic objects.

Features

• Enables integration of the visualization part of atvise® into your own software

• Use of the atvise® engineering environment for the creation of HMIs

• Powerful responsive web visualization with touch-optimised object catalogue

• Flexible design of the visualization (SVG-based to fully customised, based on modern web frameworks)

• Online multiuser engineering fully supported graphically

• Consistent object orientation of graphic objects

Web server as a basis

The basis of atvise® embedded is a lean web server. It has all the necessary interfaces to access process data, alarms and historical data. The atvise® embedded guidelines we provide make it possible to quickly and easily define sources for the interfaces to display data. Once the interfaces have been defined, the atvise® embedded server is ready and graphically supported engineering of the web HMI can begin.

Extensive modular system

With a wide range of prepared graphic objects, many available dynamizations and responsive-design support, atvise® embedded offers everything needed for the fast and efficient implementation of a web-capable HMI. Once created, a project can be quickly and easily transferred to the atvise® embedded server via our engineering tool. This can happen during operation, without the need to restart the runtime environment at all.

Features

• Directly integrated on the Bachmann M200 controller

• Implemented strictly using web technology

• Device and operating system-independent visualization

(PC/Mac/ Unix, tablet, smart phone, iPad, etc.)*

• Client-server architecture (multi-client)

• Flexible design of the visualization (SVG-based to fully 

customised, based on modern web frameworks)

• Online multiuser engineering fully supported graphically

• Integrated alarming and historisation of variables

• Extensive and modularly expandable object catalogue

(standard controls, trend component, alarm list, historical list, etc.)

• High-resolution data recording with Scope 3 integration

• Customisable via client-side scripting

• Management of multiple project configurations through

integrated version management

• Online language selection

• Integrated access control for access to project content and visualization

More than just an HMI

All components required for fast and efficient implementa

tion of professional visualizations are integrated into the

range of functions in webMI pro. In addition to integrated

alarming and historization of control data, an extensive

object catalogue that•can be expanded and adapted as

desired is offered for visualization.

Thanks to fully graphic project planning and dynamiza

tion, the creation of visualizations is simple and possible

without programming knowledge. Project teams benefit

from the integrated online multi-user engineering capa

bility of webMI pro. All project team members can work

together on the same visualization project and updates to

implemented components are immediately visible, without

having to restart the visualization server or compile the

project.

Special requirements for the visualization can be realized

via client-side scripting, there are practically no limits to

the possibilities. If there are special requirements in the

interaction between visualization and controller, the flex

ible hook interface of webMI pro can be used. It can be

used to implement function calls easily on the M200 con

troller, which can be called up conveniently via the visual

ization. The entire range of functions of the Bachmann

M200 controller is available in the programming.

Ready for every front end

When it comes to implementing visualizations, webMI pro

offers a great deal of flexibility. For instance, simple SVG

based visualizations can be developed easily via drag and

drop. If special requirements are necessary, webMI pro

offers the ability to develop HTML-based controls and

embed them in the visualization environment. Modern

web frameworks can be used for highly individualized vis

ualizations. Developers have at their disposal all the libra

ries and tools used by the web community to create web

applications.

Unique chart functions

Integration of the Scope 3 software oscilloscope in webMI

pro makes data analysis in the microsecond range pos

sible. Using the included trend component, data on the

controller can be recorded in real time (up to 100 micro

seconds sampling rate) and displayed directly in the vis

ualization. In addition, it is also possible to reload data

archives by a time query and to navigate in the record

ings. In mixed mode, both archive and live data can be

displayed in a diagram.

The data provided by Scope 3 can be used not only in

the trend component, but in the entire visualization envi

ronment. A programming library with which your own user

interface components can access scope data is available

for this purpose.

Native web technology used

M1 webMI pro makes it possible to use the advantages

of web technologies entirely without restrictive add-ons

such as browser plug-ins. All visualization devices from

smartphones to powerful operator terminals can be con

nected, operated and monitored via a web server inte

grated directly on the M200 controller. Wherever and

whenever the process requires it.

High-quality user interface

Integration into the powerful M200 controller shows the

performance offered by modern web technologies: Even

with data refresh rates of well under 100 ms and hundreds

of animated graphic elements, flicker-free display is guar

anteed. The additional resources required are minimal.

With SVG based visualization, users benefit from perfectly

rendered graphics at any zoom level. To meet demanding

visualization requirements, webMI pro offers the ability

to import graphic objects created by graphic designers.

These can be created in graphic editors and imported into

the project. The imported graphic objects can be made

dynamic afterwards with the webMI pro engineering tool.

Operating and Monitoring Devices

For a better understanding between man and machine.

Brilliant, fast, trouble-free, robust, efficient – the HMI systems of the next generation

satisfy all requirements imposed on the operating and monitoring of complex plants.

The combination of powerful processors and state-of-the-art touch screens guarantees

flawless visualization of graphically complex user interfaces.

The result: Visualization devices for every application.

Bachmann electronic offers a comprehensive portfolio for a wide variety of implementation

areas and performance classes. In this regard comprehensive configuration possibilities

are just as self-evident as customized solutions, forexample, the front panel in corporate

design or individual software solutions.

Bachmann products and technologies stand for robustness, long service life and quality.

The reliability is ensured through 48-hour run-in tests in the climate chamber, to which

every visualization device must be subjected.

As a system provider, Bachmann can offer a density of component integration that is

unique for the market. Controller, visualization software, and HMI hardware are perfectly

matched, ensuring that the systems work economically and smoothly on a permanent basis.

Visualization Software

Controlling and monitoring processes

In the automation industry, the approaches behind Industry 4.0 and the associated

dissolution of the rigid automation pyramid are widely discussed but rarely put into

practice. Unfortunately, solutions closely following this rigid principle are still frequently

found in the field. The visualization solutions from Bachmann take a different approach.

In order to advance digitalization in the field of automation, our products focus on

modern solutions.

Increasing complexity and the constantly escalating degree of automation in a wide

variety of systems demand future-oriented technologies to monitor and control processes

effectively. HMI and SCADA systems contribute significantly in this regard and guarantee

maximum security. Furthermore, future applications must be highly flexible, because in

the age of mobile devices, being tied to fixed operating stations is a thing of the past.

Due to their generic structure, the HMI and SCADA solutions provided by Bachmann

electronic, which are especially designed for professional automation and control center

technology, can be used in all application areas and industries such as energy, plant

construction and mechanical engineering, maritime applications or logistics.

The modern and efficient structure permits scaling from very small applications with

a few dozen information points up to large-scale plant technology with several hundred

thousand process variables. Top-quality user interfaces are produced by using pure

web technologies; thus eliminating the need for installation on HMI devices.

Visualization is available on all devices with a standard browser and is not constrained

by screen sizes and resolutions.

Safe. Fast. Stable. 

PLC integrated solutions for the energy supply

A scalable range of multifunctional grid measurement and protection systems are available as plug-in modules for the Bachmann automation system. The measurement of all characteristic grid variables such as voltage, current, power or frequency directly within the control system permits significant correlation with other operational data, as well as an excellent reaction time. The measured data is rapidly calculated without additional delay times due to fieldbusses or transceivers.

Each module type integrates with the entire M200 I/O portfolio and can be used multiple times per CPU. The PLC’s SSL/TLS secured authentication and authorization unit protects the grid measurement modules from unwanted changes and cyberattacks. All types of field busses, including SAE J1939 as well as OPC UA and RTU standards such as IEC 61850. IEC 60870-5-101/-103/-104. DNP3 or Modbus, are available to exchange data with grid operators, plant controllers or generation units.

Existing component certificates for grid-connected operation according to VDE-AR-N 4105/4110. ENA ER G99 and IEEE Std. C37.90 simplify the operational notification and compliance process. Maritime Class Approvals from DNV, BV, LR, ABS, RINA, KR and NK allow implementation on vessels and offshore installations. Compliance with UL/cUL and CSA make the devices suitable for applications in North America.

A coated version allows grid measurement and protection even in challenging environments with high humidity (condensation), such as damp heat in tropics or cold starts in polar regions.

Grid measurement and protection as an integral part of a modular PLC system can be seen from two perspectives:

• Fully programmable and extensible measurement and protection solution:

API for sampling and all calculated quantities in connection with the open programmable CPU system permits flexible adaptation to multiple measuring tasks.

• Operational control (PLC) extended with grid measurement and protection:

Unifying the control system with grid measurement and protection leads to outstanding reaction time and is also cost efficient due to the reduction of unnecessary components and minimal introduction and training effort.