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Electrical Services
News Release from: Schneider Electric
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 February 2005
Unity opens the way for end user
upgrades
Schneider Electric extends easy programming and system compatibility
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 Buildingtalk on 31 Oct 2003 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, Unity's unveiling 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 Schneider Electric's existing Concept/PL7 software.
Hardware developments include more powerful CPUs for Modicon Premium and Quantum PLCs and an enhanced PCI-bus coprocessor card for the PC based Atrium.
New features include greater memory, integral USB ports for programming and Ethernet communications.
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