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Innovative Synergies: Tobias Unger on Yaskawa’s Partnership with PLCnext Technology

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Security measures for the critical infrastructure at the Rhein-Wupper waterworks with PLCnext Technology.
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PLCnext Technology Starterkit

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Getting Started

Program in style. With this PLCnext Technology Starterkit you can try out the operating principle, handling, and high performance of PLCnext Technology in a small-scale station.
The stylish starterkit comes with a PLCnext Control AXC F 2152 and three Axioline Smart Elements I/O modules.
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PLCnext Store

Extend your PLCnext Control with versatile software functions
Various types of apps provide you with limitless possibilities. Additional runtime environments, software libraries, function extensions such as cloud connectors or MQTT brokers up to ready-programmed solutions for specific use cases. The range of possibilities to expand the functions of your PLCnext Control is huge! You choose.
In-tech GmbH
Easymon AXC F 2152​
Remote monitoring for PLCnext Control without programming. With easymon you can easily view any data values from your Control device live & remotely and monitor thresholds.
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Code Creator​
Parametrize your Modbus communication as you need it. The Code creator automatically generates a program for the hardware set-up based on your input​.
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Pump Station Control​
Ready-programmed solution to transform your PLCnext Control into a pumping station without any engineering or programming effort! For continuous monitoring and controlling of your pumping stations.​
Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG​
Water Functions Visu​
Water Function Visu is designed to suit water specific applications. Ready-to-use symbols for valves, motors, pumps and fans allow for a quick and convenient visualization of devices. Installed drives and valves can be controlled via the HMI surface due to a remote functionality.​
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Firmware Update client for PLCnext Control. For managing your devices more efficiently and easy updating of PLCnext firmware in batches. ​
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