Control plus V2 is available!

Nexeed Automation Control plus V2

The time has come - Control plus version 2.0 is available!

With Control plus Version 2.0 you can expect many exciting new enhancements. We have paid special attention to the operation of the machine. In numerous user surveys and workshops directly at the machine, we have revolutionized the operating concepts. In addition to optimal operation, we have of course also focused on an efficient engineering workflow.

Numerous new functions, such as the new Cycle Time Assist for cycle time analysis, are additionally available and enhance the user experience. In addition to these operational functions, we have also introduced more flexible licensing options and new hardware with version 2. Look forward to these new features and test the new version today!

The 3D navigation can be integrated so quickly and easily that it is worth using it on almost every machine.

Andreas Deininger, Productowner

Machine control rethought

The second generation of the Control plus system is based on the first generation and contains all the functions of the V1 with a specific development focus on user interaction during operation. The user interface has been evaluated through numerous user tests to ensure optimal operation of the system. This represents an enormous added value compared to the V1. The seamless integration of the assistance systems into the user interface is also one of the results of the user tests. Thus, the 3D navigation integrates itself just as seamlessly into the operation as, for example, the cycle time analysis or other assistance and analysis functions.

Control plus V2 is licensed based on the performance of the control hardware used. This reduces the license price for e.g. small manual assembly stations compared to large automatic machines. Control plus V2 is our current product version which is constantly being expanded with new functions. For example, the control system ctrlX from Rexroth will be supported next year. Look forward to further exciting and useful functions in Control plus V2.

All novelties at a glance

Status View

The status view is the default view of each machine. It provides a quick overview of the machine's status without going into detail. It consists of standard widgets such as error history or parts statistics, and can also be enriched by the machine builder with project-specific widgets.

Functional view

The function view allows you to access every function of the machine with only 2 clicks. For this purpose, the machine information is displayed in categories to quickly find all data depending on the application.

3D Navigation

The machine view is specially made for maintenance and setup work on the machine. Errors can be localized in 3D and easy navigation through the machine is possible with the help of the 3D model. In addition, status information for each part of the machine can be viewed in this view and movements can be initiated manually.

Machine programming even more efficient

With the automation software Control plus from Nexeed Automation, we provide an integrated, innovative and sustainable software system for the whole machine life cycle: from machine planning to machine programming, from simulation and engineering to commissioning, from machine control to machine connectivity, from machine delivery to machine operation in production. In each phase, you can find our easy-to-use tools from Nexeed Automation.

Thanks to the intuitive development environment of Control plus with object-oriented structuring, machines can be quickly designed and commissioned. Machines based on Control plus provide an impressively high degree of efficiency and transparency in operation: among other things, they can be easily integrated into your existing IT infrastructure, since the integrated OPC UA interfaces enable manufacturer and platformindependent data exchange with other IT systems.

Framework

The Control plus Framework is the basic frame for PLC programming. The advantage for the machine builder is a standardized and structured code and thus increased software quality. With Control plus V2 some new features were added. One of the most important is the possibility to better represent concurrences by means of operating mode-based, free-running step chains.

Code Checker

The use of several programmers on one machine can quickly lead to fluctuating code quality. Also the maintenance of machines in the field, which is often taken over by other people, is difficult if there are no clear rules for programming. Therefore we have developed the CodeChecker. It allows a fully automatic code check according to the Control plus coding guidelines. It shows deviations including instructions for correct programming. This increases the quality and maintainability of machine software.

Application guideline

With Control plus V2 we are releasing our new application guideline. This guideline describes the 9 phases of the application of a machine with the software system Control plus. It answers questions on typical machine constellations and makes recommendations for implementation. In addition, we provide a sample project in which these recommendations are implemented. It can be accessed through our download area.