Circuit Design and Simulation Software

THE WORLDWIDE STANDARD FOR TEACHING HYDRAULICS, PNEUMATICS, ELECTROTECHNICAL TECHNOLOGIES, AUTOMATION, AND CONTROL SYSTEMS

More than 400 components Compliant with IEC and NEMA standards Dynamic and realistic simulation Variable plotter Measuring instruments Simulation of AC and DC circuits Dynamic adjustment of parameters during simulation Automatic wire numbering Terminal boards management Connection reports
THE INDISPENSABLE TOOL FOR HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, VOCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, AND CORPORATE TRAINING CENTERS

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Automation studio is a completely integrated software package that allows users to design, document, simulate, and animate circuits consisting of various automation technologies including pneumatics, hydraulics, proportional hydraulics, electrical controls, electrotechnical, programmable logic control, sequential function charts (sfc), and many more.

AN EXCELLENT SOFTWARE PACKAGE FOR TEACHING

Teaching and Learning with Automation Studio
By using schematics, help files and data monitoring, Automation Studio becomes an indispensable tool that helps to explain Electrotechnical circuits from the component to the system level. Automation Studio allows instructors to quickly draw power and control circuits and perform demonstrations. It makes it easy to experiment with all types of electrotechnical circuits, from basic to complex. Automation Studio integrates itself to the contents of the course by complementing its material as a teaching aid. As a result of the multi-facet technology of Automation Studio, students will be exposed to a wider variety of interactions between circuits of various technologies. As trainees advance, the simulation will reinforce the understanding of the interactions among the various components in the electrotechnical library and the components in the libraries of hydraulic, pneumatic, digital electronics, SFC, etc. Not only can trainees learn by observing the states of switches and components, but also by observing the color schemes of symbols and by using the variable plotting functions. They will have a better understanding of the functioning of electrical control circuits and the behavior of electrical power circuits in transient and steady states.

Thousands of Symbols in Modular Libraries

Automation Studio's Electrotechnical Libraries incorporate the internationally recognized NEMA and IEC graphics standards. Each library displays component categories in a comprehensive manner. Simply browse through the list, select then drag and drop the component onto the schematic.

Dynamic and Realistic Simulation

Automation Studio includes simulation capabilities that meet the requirements of all the supported technologies. The Electrotechnical Simulator is based on sound and reliable modeling techniques. During simulation, users can precisely monitor voltage, current, resistance and reactance at any point of a circuit.

Simulation Parameters
The default simulation parameters supplied with the Electrotechnical components eliminate the need to perform an initial setup. Just lay out the components and start the simulation. For most components, users can modify the simulation parameters such as resistance, inductance, torque and frequency as well as advanced parameters including the mutual inductance of rotors and stators of motors, the inertia constant of motors, etc. Calculated variables such as speed and mechanical load are automatically displayed. To illustrate more complex concepts, users can modify the simulation parameters and show different behaviors including speed, torque, mechanical power, etc. Instructors can provide students with a diagram in which they will have to perform the calculations to obtain the required values to adjust the components parameters to be simulated.

Make your Own Symbols, Components, Templates, and Libraries

By using the standard components, the flexible drawing tools and the grouping function, you can create and customize your own libraries and templates. For training, instructors can create libraries specific to their application, thereby limiting the number of components to what is needed.

Automation Studio is easy-to-use, economical, and adapts to any curriculum. It truly helps instructors and it integrates itself to the contents of the course, allowing the students learn and retain course content faster. With Automation Studio, students spend their energy learning the technology, not the software interface.

TEACHING ELECTROTECHNICAL AND OTHER RELATED TECHNOLOGIES

Automatic Wire Numbering
The automatic wire numbering feature follows the structure of the identifier defined by the user and takes into account the equipotential points of the circuit. Two wires connected to the same terminal will have the same number. A link will show the wire number. A wire can be configured to automatically take the name of the terminal of a component to which it is connected. The user can renumber wires manually or automatically. The properties of wires provide information on their type, their color, their section, etc.

Terminal Management
The user associates each terminal to a terminal board. For each terminal board, Automation Studio automatically generates a connection diagram including a symbolic representation of the terminal board itself as well as a description of each of its terminals. When connecting a wire to a terminal, the user can specify whether the connection is internal or external.

Cable Management
Automation Studio maintains cable identifiers and conductors. Every conductor and/or pair of conductors are identified separately. A wire linking two terminals can be defined as being a conductor of a cable. The cables technical properties provide information about their type, their number of conductors, the number of pairs of conductors, the conductors colors, the conductors section, etc.

Features and Benefits

Compliant with IEC and NEMA standards in edit mode Configuration of component identification compliant with

Connection Report
In addition to the reports already available, Automation Studio can generate electrotechnical reports that include cable connections to each terminal board. These reports contain detailed information about the end connections of cables and terminal boards. They can be personalized and printed.

IEC and NEMA standards Automatic wire numbering Management of terminals, terminal boards and cables Map locator Dynamic and realistic simulation Control and power circuit components with configurable electrical properties Measuring instruments to verify the simulated values of various locations of a circuit Dynamic adjustment of parameters during simulation Allows virtual experimentation of components and installations that cannot be purchased or manipulated (large motors and electrical installations, entire plants, etc.) Shows relationships between equipment and control systems

A Unique Environment
The Electrotechnical library represents an economical supplement to the Automation Studio environment, which virtually integrates all the technologies necessary for training in these disciplines:
Industrial technology Mechatronics Industrial maintenance Mechanical engineering technology Control and instrumentation technology Electrical and electronic engineering Industrial and fabrication technology Electromechanical technology Mechanical building (CAD) Automation technology

Pneumatic Electrical Controls

Hydraulics Proportional Hydraulics

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Project Documentation

Simulation Engines

Import Grafcet (SFC) Export to Siemens S7 Code Generic IEC 1131 Code Generator

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Automation Studio gives you the possibility of choosing from a wide range of different technologies which interact during simulation.

Communication to PLCs (SPS) And External Devices

OPC Client (CANBUS) I/O Interface Kit

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THE BEST SOFTWARE FOR AUTOMATION TRAINING

Web Demonstration and Training Features and Benefits
Intuitive and user friendly interface Short learning curve Multiple scrolling using mouse-key combinations and the panning function Rubberbanding in order to keep pressure lines connected to components as they are moved Technology specific editing features depending on the library in use Copies and pastes to other windows applications Automatic, optional and configurable line jumping Customizable symbols and libraries Simplifies analysis of open and closed loop circuits Supports project history Supports both imperial and metric unit systems Management of layers in editor mode Configurable fills, line styles, and colors for all elements Configurable grid snapping options Configurable page setup for each document Variable plotting functions Fully customizable report and project templates Merges other Windows application documents to a project Imports images to complement circuits Global symbol attribute editing Exports diagrams into DXF and EMF format Automatic replacement of links by labels Text and parts list can be inserted onto drawing page Helps present projects that conform to ISO-1219-2 recommendations for documenting fluid power projects Simulation of specific diagrams or entire projects Cost effective solution to minimize the purchase of expensive material Allows experimentation with virtual equipment that may not otherwise be purchased or manipulated (i.e. large cylinders, large loads, a complete factory) Accurate simulation reinforces learned principles Simulation helps in training Simulation stimulates learning Customizable libraries for each lab exercise Allows faster comprehension of the functioning of an installation Makes testing and learning safer by using a virtual factory instead of operating real equipment Enables instructors to teach more course material by saving time with software Quickly build, modify, and manipulate circuit examples Show relationships between moving equipment, controls, and automated systems Creates a safer environment in which you can simulate the operation of larger and more hazardous equipment You may quickly get a good understanding of Automation Studio by scheduling a free on-line presentation with one of our technical representatives. With current Internet technology, you can save time and have a complete personalized demonstration of Automation Studio in your home or office. We also provide convenient training over the Web. Whether you need complete training on Automation Studio, or wish to quickly increase your expertise on a particular topic, you can contact an Automation Studio specialist at any time and from anywhere in the world. Call us or check our website for further details.

Annual Maintenance and Extended Support Plan

By signing up for our Annual Maintenance and Extended Support Plan, you are entitled to receive an upgrade of your existing Automation Studio license. You will also benefit from our technical assistance whenever required. For more information, call us or check our website.

Minimum Requirements
IBM PC or compatible with a Pentium II 500 MHz 256 MB RAM Microsoft Windows NT, 2000, or XP Hard disk with at least 350 MB of free space Network licenses are also available

Optional Libraries and Modules

Pneumatics Hydraulics Proportional Hydraulics Fluid Power Component Sizing Electrotechnical Electrical Controls (includes IEC and JIC standards) PLC Ladder Logic for Allen BradleyTM PLC Ladder Logic for SiemensTM PLC Ladder Logic for IEC 1131-3 standard Sequential Function Chart (With CadepaTM diagram import) Digital Electronics Block diagrams and Control Panels SFC export to Siemens S7 code OPC Client Bill of Material and Catalog Link I/O Interface Kit (including card and relay box)

Special Educational Institution Pricing

Automation Studio is provided to educational institutions at more affordable prices that are consistent with budget constraints. Call our representatives for a quote.

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www.automationstudio.com
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