ABB’s zenon software, developed by Austrian automation company COPA-DATA, extends communications, machine to machine connectivity and application control possibilities for machine builders. This supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software extends ABB’s discrete automation portfolio which includes variable speed drives, motion control solutions, motors, programmable logic controllers and human machine interface panels.
According to the company, the combination of these products enables the development of solutions for the Internet of Things, Services and People, which presents new business models for improving factory and process performance, product quality, production flexibility and energy deficiency.
“Together we can provide our customers with solutions that help them improve product quality and productivity, save energy, and add flexibility to their processes. This is especially important for our strategic focus on the food and beverage industry,” said Morten Wierod, Head of ABB’s Drives and Controls business unit.