The D7-SYS engineering tool provides the optimal function blocks for every application. Available blocks include simple
as well as technology blocks for motion control, including:
The engineering tool is used as an add-on to STEP 7/CFC/SFC.
Should the available standard blocks for special applications not be sufficient, the user block generator can be used. In this way, user-specific function blocks can be created in C, which can be used in CFC.
The function block generator places the experienced user in a position to supplement the existing D7-SYS library by creating their own function blocks.
The object-oriented graphical programming or configuration is performed with the engineering editors CFC and SFC.
The function blocks are positioned and connected in the diagram with the help of the graphical editor continuous function chart (CFC) in accordance with the technological requirements.
The sequential function chart (SFC) editor with an easy-to-use and clear sequence control can optionally be used to combine CFC programs. Program sections which execute sequentially can be easily created with the SFC by controlling and selectively editing the (technology) functions created with the CFC.
The SIMATIC Manager contained in STEP 7 manages the program and project administration. The required hardware is compiled and configured with the provided HW Config.
Thanks to uniform programming using the SIMATIC standard tools STEP 7, CFC and SFC, the benefit of TIA regarding lower engineering overhead in creating and maintaining automation solutions can be utilized in addition to a common database and communication. This results in a higher productivity of machines and plants as well as of configuring engineers, programmers, operators and service personnel.