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News Release from: Schneider Electric | Subject: Unity
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 08 March 2005
Extending programming and system
compatibility
Unity programming software, together with new PLC hardware and developers' tools, enables easier programming and greater openness for all kinds of automation systems
End users that wish to enhance or expand equipment are often hampered from doing so by programming complexity and incompatibility of new devices with their existing systems Schneider Electric has addressed this issue with the launch of its new Unity offer
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 20 Jul 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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Unity programming software, together with new PLC hardware and developers' tools, enables easier programming and greater openness for all kinds of automation systems.
Sold under the Telemecanique brand of Schneider Electric, the Unity launch also heralds a new approach to partnership with customers.
It is also the next stage in the delivery of truly open systems architecture that started with the introduction of Transparent Ready web based control technology.
In summary, Schneider Electric looks to overcome the hardware and software lock in for end users experienced from some automation vendors.
Unity is effectively a three-tier offer consisting of the software platform, Unity Pro; new hardware, which includes new CPUs for Modicon Premium, Quantum and Atrium PLCs; and a suite of software development tools.
Unity, which has already seen much success globally since its targeted release at the end of 2003, is accompanied by the usual long-term support commitment from Schneider Electric.
The Unity software uses industry standard open technologies, supports open Ethernet communications and enables the integration of disparate devices.
At the same time, there is a clear migration path to Unity for those already using the Schneider Electric existing Concept/PL7 software.
Hardware developments include more powerful CPUs for Modicon Premium and Quantum PLCs and an enhanced PCI-bus co-processor card for the PC based Atrium.
New features include greater memory, integral USB ports for programming and Ethernet communications.
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