Automation Studio

A single uniform programming tool for every aspect of an automation project minimizes training needs, solidifies overall integration, and eliminates communication problems between engineering disciplines.

Cut development costs

Save time and money by starting software development before the hardware is completed, reusing software modules across multiple projects, validating functionality via simulation and carrying out commissioning module by module.

Further information

Programming - The right programming language for every application

The user is provided effective support by the programming languages integrated in Automation Studio (IEC 61131-3 and ANSI C) - which can also be combined as required - and by the modern architecture and structuring of the programming environment. All languages can access the same data types and use the same libraries and variables. In addition, Automation Studio supports simple and secure programming. [More...]

Integrated visualization

The visualization system integrated in Automation Studio is an effective tool that can be used to create line displays as well as control integrated or remote XGA displays with keys and/or touch screens. This integration eliminates the need for external visualization tools, introducing cost savings for integrated machine visualization. Remote services such as VNC allow immediate remote operation and maintenance without additional expense. [More...].

Diagnostics

Automation Studio provides a wide selection of diagnostic tools for reading system information and for optimizing the system. Using the System Diagnostics Manager, extensive information about the target system can be read using standard Web access.

Remote maintenance - From process management to firmware exchange and everything in between

Machines and systems are often operated in remote locations. As a result, service and maintenance tasks are generally dominated by travel expenses. Remote diagnostics and remote maintenance lower the risk, particularly during warranty periods. Whether performing hardware diagnostics, setting values or utilizing assisted machine operation, the integration of VNC, a Web server and remote programming provides valuable services for all phases of a machine's life cycle.

Material Number	Description
0TG:SWAS.SNG.01-01	The resell license is a single-user license. It is intended exclusively for resale to machine and plant operators. It enables maintenance and diagnostics of existing machines and systems and their software. Creating a new project and upgrades from the Internet are not supported. The license is stored on a Technology Guard (dongle). This permits multiple users to share the right to use Automation Studio on different workstations by connecting the Technology Guard with the single-user license to the respective workstation computer. This license does not expire. Technology Guard 0TG1000.02 is included in the package.
1TGSWAS.CRP.00-01	The corporate license allows the use of Automation Studio by all users at a company at all of a company's sites, including all associated companies, for a period of one year. With the corporate license, it is permitted to license Automation Studio on a B&R Automation PC that is delivered with the machine if it can be guaranteed that only service personnel working for the machine or plant manufacturer will have access to that instance of Automation Studio. Licensing takes place via activation over the Internet. After one year, the license will automatically be extended an additional year and invoiced accordingly as long as the license has not been canceled before expiration.
1TGSWAS.SNG.00-01	The single-user license allows exactly one user to use Automation Studio at any given time for a period of one year. The license is stored on a Technology Guard (dongle). This permits multiple users to share the right to use Automation Studio on different workstations by connecting the Technology Guard with the single-user license to the respective workstation computer. After one year, the license will automatically be extended an additional year and invoiced accordingly as long as the license has not been canceled before expiration. The Technology Guard is not included in the single-user license (separate order required).
1TGSWAS.SNG.00-02	The single-user license allows exactly one user to use Automation Studio at any given time for a period of one year. The license is stored in a software license container that is permanently bound to the computer. Transferring the license to another computer is therefore not possible. After one year, the license will automatically be extended an additional year and invoiced accordingly as long as the license has not been canceled before expiration. This license is supported starting with version 4.9.
1TGSWAS.SNG.01-02	The resell license is a single-user license. It is intended exclusively for resale to machine and plant operators. It enables maintenance and diagnostics of existing machines and systems and their software. The license is stored in a software license container that is permanently bound to the computer. Transferring the license to another computer is therefore not possible. This license does not expire. Creating a new project and upgrades from the Internet are not supported. This license is supported starting with version 4.9.
1TGSWAS.STE.00-01	A site license allows the use of Automation Studio by any number of users at a single company location. The users must be employed at the respective company site but can use Automation Studio regardless of their location (internationally active service technicians, for example). Licensing takes place via activation over the Internet. After one year, the license will automatically be extended an additional year and invoiced accordingly as long as the license has not been canceled before expiration.
1TGSWAS.STE.E0-01	This Automation Studio license permits the licensing of any number of users for research and educational purposes at the site of the educational facility. The license expires automatically after 400 calendar days and cannot be extended. The license also includes the use of the software on private PCs belonging to students as long as this is permitted and desired by the educational institution. The educational license is not permitted to be used for commercial purposes.

Communication and fieldbus systems

In Automation Studio, a fieldbus device is added to the corresponding fieldbus interface and configured like an I/O module. When using the import function for a device description from the respective supplier (GSD, EDS, etc.), the same interface is available to the user as is available for any other I/O module. As an open standard for setting parameters and configuring fieldbus devices for automation, the integrated FDT/DTM technology makes it easy to integrate fieldbus devices using familiar methods. This simplifies integration and minimizes the amount of programming and commissioning work needed. [More...]

Real-time operating systems - Scalability and investment security

An integral component of Automation Studio is the real-time operating system, the software kernel that allows applications to run on a target system. This guarantees the highest possible performance for the hardware being used.