Introduction to the Textbook
This textbook provides the fundamental principles of automation technology, focusing on the programming of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems and their communication via various industrial bus systems. The subject matter is developed systematically, moving from theoretical concepts to practical applications through numerous examples.
The book incorporates configurable programming modules from the extensive module libraries available on the accompanying website, www.automatisieren-mit-sps.de. The content is a culmination of the authors' extensive teaching experience in the field of automation.
Image: Front cover of the textbook "Automatisieren mit SPS - Theorie und Praxis". It features the title, authors Günter Wellenreuther and Dieter Zastrow, and the publisher Springer Vieweg, against a background of blue and orange geometric shapes.
Key Concepts and Topics Covered
The book systematically covers a wide range of topics essential for understanding and implementing automation solutions with PLCs. Key areas include:
- Introduction to PLC Programming Standard DIN EN 61131-3: Understanding the foundational international standard for PLC programming languages.
- Operation Set of Programming Systems STEP 7 and CoDeSys: Detailed exploration of the functionalities and capabilities of two widely used PLC programming environments.
- Application of PLC Programming Languages: Practical guidance on using various programming languages defined by the standard, such as Ladder Diagram (LD), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Text (ST), Instruction List (IL), and Sequential Function Chart (SFC).
- Description Tools for Designing PLC Programs: Methods and tools for effective program design and documentation.
- Sequence Controls and State Graphs: In-depth treatment of designing and implementing sequential control systems using state-based approaches.
- Analog Value Processing: Techniques for handling and processing analog signals in PLC applications.
- Bus Systems and Wireless Networks in Automation Technology: Comprehensive coverage of industrial communication protocols like AS-i-Bus, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Ethernet-TCP/IP, OPC, and WLAN.
- Technological Functions for Control, Drives, and Plant Maintenance: Specific functions and strategies for regulating processes, controlling motor drives, and supporting plant maintenance.
- Information Technologies for Integrating Operational and Manufacturing Processes: How information technology facilitates the integration of business management and production workflows.
- Safety of Controls: Essential principles and practices for ensuring the safety of automated control systems, including adherence to relevant standards like DIN EN 60204-1 and the Machinery Directive.
Practical Application and Examples
The textbook emphasizes practical application, providing numerous real-world examples for small to medium-sized control tasks. These examples are implemented using both Siemens' TIA Portal (Simatic, STEP 7) and the CoDeSys development environment, which is widely adopted by various manufacturers. This dual approach allows readers to gain experience with different industry-standard tools.
Beyond coding, the book delves into crucial concepts for planning and executing control projects, including process planning, regulation and control strategies, drive control, communication, and safety engineering aspects. This holistic approach ensures readers develop a comprehensive understanding of automation project lifecycle.
Target Audience
This book is designed for a diverse audience interested in automation technology:
- Students at technical colleges and universities of applied sciences.
- Technicians and engineers working in the practical field of automation technology.
About the Authors
Günter Wellenreuther: Studiendirektor (Senior Teacher) at the Werner-von-Siemens School, a technical school for electrical engineering and automation technology in Mannheim, Germany.
Dieter Zastrow: Studiendirektor a.D. (Retired Senior Teacher) and lecturer at the Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Mannheim (Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University Mannheim).
Their combined academic and practical experience forms the foundation of this comprehensive guide.
Specifications
| Publisher | Springer Vieweg |
| Publication Date | January 12, 2015 |
| Edition | 6th, corrected edition 2015 |
| Language | German |
| Print Length | 893 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 3834825972 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3834825971 |
| Item Weight | 3.72 pounds (approx. 1.69 kg) |
| Dimensions | 6.69 x 1.88 x 9.61 inches (approx. 17 x 4.8 x 24.4 cm) |
