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SUMMARY:Introduction to Siemens TIA Portal PLC/HMI (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Join this comprehensive workshop for an in-depth exploration of Siemens PLC and HMI solutions. Engage in practical\, guided exercises utilizing TIA Portal STEP 7 and WinCC Unified software\, enhanced with demonstration hardware to solidify your understanding and application skills. \n\nS7-1200/1500 Automation System Overview: Gain detailed insights into Siemens’ advanced PLC systems.\nTIA Portal Programming Environment: Discover the intuitive and powerful environment for programming Siemens PLCs.\nIntegrate Siemens Unified Comfort Panel: Learn seamless integration methods to create intuitive and efficient interfaces.\nExperience the Benefits of a Totally Integrated Automation System: Realize how an integrated approach enhances efficiency and performance.\n\nPrerequisite: None \nFormat: \n\nPresentation and Hands-On\nInteractive demonstrations with actual hardware\n\nCourse Length & Time: One day. 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nCost: Free \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/introduction-to-siemens-tia-portal-plc-hmi-free/
LOCATION:St. Louis\, MO Branch – GCG\, 675 Spirit Valley Central Dr.\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,SIPEC
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SUMMARY:SIRIUS ACT Profinet (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:SIRIUS ACT pilot device system provides a new way to save both time and money for your industrial control panels. A system consists of one interface module and is expandable with up to 20 terminal modules via a simple ribbon cable connection. This lunch & learn will introduce you to the financial and installation benefits by using the SIRIUS ACT PN system. The attendees will learn how to assemble\, test and configure a SIRIUS ACT PN system using TIA Portal software. \nSystem Overview Topics: \n\nHardware Components\nOnboard Diagnostics\nModule Replacement\nCost Analysis vs Hard Wired Solution\n\nHands-On Topics: \n\nHow to assemble a system\nHow to test the system without a PLC\nAdd a SIRIUS ACT PN Station\nAdd a SIRUIS ACT PN Station (Using Auto Detect)\nCreate PLC Logic\nTest Configuration\nConfiguring in a TIA Portal Project\nDiagnosing errors using TIA Portal\n\nPrerequisite: None \nFormat: \n\nPresentation and Hands-On\nInteractive demonstrations with actual hardware\n\nCourse Length & Time: One day. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nCost: Free \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/sirius-act-profinet_8-18-26/
LOCATION:St. Louis\, MO Branch – GCG\, 675 Spirit Valley Central Dr.\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,SIPEC
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SUMMARY:Siemens S7-1500 Programming with TIA Portal ($2\,400)
DESCRIPTION:This fast paced three day course assumes the student has a basic knowledge of programming PLCs and focuses on how to use TIA Portal Step 7 Professional software to create a complete PLC system. The focus includes configuration of the Siemens S7-1500 PLC hardware\, PROFINET configuration\, programming using ladder logic and basic diagnostic functions \nTopics:  \n\nS7 Family Hardware Overview\nTIA Portal Project and Portal Views\nConfiguring the S7-1500 PLC Hardware\nConfiguring a PROFINET Network\nS7-1500 Addressing & Memory\nUsing Various Programming Methods (Linear\, Partitioned\, Structured)\nUsing Basic Instruction Set (Contacts\, Coils\, Timers\, Counters)\nHow To Use Function (FC) & Function Block (FB)\nUsing IEC Functions & Function Blocks\nUsing Libraries\nUsing Simatic Automation Tool\nData Block Usage & Data Types\nUnderstanding the Most Used Organization Blocks\nAnalog Value Processing\nMonitoring Logic & Using Watch Tables\nUse of Trace\nOnline Diagnostics & Troubleshooting\nUse of PLCSIM Simulation Tool\nUsing the Integrated Web Server on the PLC\nUsing a Multi-Instance Function Block (Time Permitting)\n\nPrerequisite: Basic understanding of PLCs \nCourse Length & Time: Three days. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nCost: $2\,400 \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/siemens-s7-1500-programming-with-tia-portal-2400-stl/
LOCATION:St. Louis\, MO Branch – GCG\, 675 Spirit Valley Central Dr.\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:TIA Portal Programming 2 ($3\,850)
DESCRIPTION:This course is the second in a three-part series which increases skills with Siemens SIMATIC TIA Portal. Students will\nlearn to leverage the power of TIA Portal software with advanced structured programming techniques. A systems\napproach to efficiently programming the S7-1500 and S7-1200 PLCs is covered. Integration and connectivity of\nPROFINET IO\, HMI\, and G120 Drive are the central focus of this course. Programming emphasis centers on Ladder\n(LAD) and Statement List (STL) logic\, with an introduction to Structured Control Language (SCL) and S7-GRAPH. Both direct and indirect addressing are an integral part of the course. \nTopics:  \n\nTraining Devices and Addressing\nHardware Commissioning\nProgram Design Methods\nJump and Accumulator Functions\nAnalog value Processing and Arithmetic\nFCs\, FBs\, and Multiple Instances\nComplex Data and Addressing\nOptimized Block Accesses\nHMI Alarm Messages\nSystem Diagnostics and Error Handling\nIntroduction to SCL\nIntroduction to S7-GRAPH\nIntegration and commissioning a Drive with Startdrive\n\nPrerequisite: TIA Portal Programming 1 \nCourse Length & Time: Four and a half days. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nCost: $3\,850 \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/tia-portal-programming-2-3700-3/
LOCATION:St. Louis\, MO Branch – GCG\, 675 Spirit Valley Central Dr.\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63005\, United States
CATEGORIES:SITRAIN,Training
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