B&R (B&R Industrial Automation GmbH) Introduction

DPTA B&R Team

Date: 11/02/2025
Revision: rev0
Email: br.support@dpta.com

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B&R (Bernecker + Rainer), now part of ABB, is a leading provider of industrial automation
solutions. Their product portfolio includes both hardware and software that are widely used
in various industries such as manufacturing, automotive, packaging, and more. Below is a
breakdown of some of the most important products from B&R:
1. Hardware Products
a. Industrial PCs (IPCs)
• Automation PC Series: High-performance industrial PCs designed for demanding
industrial environments. These are used for control, visualization, and data
acquisition.
o APC910, APC4100: Examples of popular models with different performance
levels.
• Panel PC Series: Combines an industrial PC with a touch display for HMI (Human-
Machine Interface) applications.
o Panel PC 1200, 2200 and PC 3100: Compact and powerful devices for
machine-level control and visualization.
b. Controllers (PLCs)

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 • X20 System: Modular PLC system that offers high flexibility and scalability. It
supports various communication protocols and can be expanded with additional
modules.
o X20 CPUs: Central processing units for controlling machines and processes.
o X20 I/O Modules: Input/output modules for connecting sensors, actuators,
and other field devices.
• Compact-S Controllers: Smaller, cost-effective controllers for simpler applications.
c. Servo Drives and Motors
• ACOPOS Series: High-performance servo drives for precise motion control.
o ACOPOS P3: Multi-axis servo drive with integrated safety functions.
o ACOPOSremote: Distributed servo drive system for decentralized
architectures.
• Motors:
o 8LS/8LJ Motors: Synchronous motors for high-dynamic applications.
o 8WS Motors: Stepper motors for precise positioning tasks.
d. Safety Technology
• SafeLOGIC: Safety controllers for implementing safety functions in machines and
systems.
• SafeIO Modules: Safety-related input/output modules for connecting safety sensors
and actuators.
• Integrated Safety: B&R integrates safety technology into its standard automation
components, allowing seamless integration of safety and control functions.
e. HMI Devices
• Power Panel Series: All-in-one devices combining HMI and control functionality.
o Power Panel C30/C50/C80: Compact HMI panels with integrated PLC
functionality.
• Automation Panels: Standalone HMI panels for visualization and operator
interaction.
f. Remote I/O Systems
• X67 System: Distributed I/O system for connecting field devices in harsh
environments.
• X20 Bus Controllers: Used to connect remote I/O stations to the main controller.

2. Software Products
a. Automation Studio
• Automation Studio: B&R’s flagship engineering tool for developing, configuring, and
diagnosing automation projects. It provides a unified environment for programming
PLCs, configuring drives, designing HMIs, and integrating safety functions.

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 o IEC 61131-3 Programming: Supports multiple programming languages like
Ladder Diagram (LD), Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagram (FBD),
etc.
o C/C++ Integration: Allows users to write custom code in C/C++ for advanced
applications.
o Simulation and Diagnostics: Built-in simulation tools for testing and
debugging applications before deployment.
b. mapp Technology
• mapp (modular application): A library of pre-engineered software components that
simplify the development of complex automation tasks. These components can be
easily configured and reused across different projects.
o mapp Control: For motion control and robotics.
o mapp View: For creating web-based HMIs.
o mapp Energy: For energy monitoring and optimization.
o mapp Safety: For safety-related functions.
c. APROL
• APROL: B&R’s process control system for supervisory control and data acquisition
(SCADA). It is used in process industries like oil & gas, water treatment, and
pharmaceuticals.
o Process Data Acquisition: Collects and analyzes data from various sources.
o Condition Monitoring: Monitors the health of machines and equipment.
o Energy Monitoring: Tracks energy consumption and optimizes usage.
d. OPC UA Integration
• OPC UA Server/Client: B&R supports OPC UA (Open Platform Communications
Unified Architecture) for secure and standardized communication between different
systems and devices. This is crucial for Industry 4.0 and IoT applications.
e. SafeDESIGNER
• SafeDESIGNER: A tool within Automation Studio for configuring and programming
safety applications. It allows users to design safety logic using certified function
blocks.
f. Simulation and Digital Twin
• Simulation Tools: B&R offers simulation capabilities within Automation Studio to test
and validate automation projects in a virtual environment.
• Digital Twin: B&R supports the creation of digital twins for machines and production
lines, enabling predictive maintenance, virtual commissioning, and process
optimization.

3. Communication and Networking

a. POWERLINK

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 • POWERLINK: An open, real-time Ethernet protocol developed by B&R for high-
speed communication in industrial automation. It is widely used for synchronized
motion control and real-time data exchange.
b. openSAFETY
• openSAFETY: An open safety protocol that runs over POWERLINK or other
Ethernet-based networks. It ensures safe communication between safety devices
and controllers.
c. OPC UA TSN
• OPC UA over TSN (Time-Sensitive Networking): B&R is actively involved in the
development of OPC UA over TSN, which combines the benefits of OPC UA with
deterministic Ethernet communication for future-proof industrial networks.

4. Robotics and Motion Control

a. Robotics Solutions
• Integrated Robotics: B&R offers integrated robotics solutions where robot control is
embedded within the same platform as machine control. This simplifies programming
and reduces hardware complexity.
• Robotic Kinematics: Support for various robotic kinematics (e.g., delta robots,
SCARA, articulated arms).
b. Motion Control
• Advanced Motion Control: B&R provides advanced motion control solutions for
applications requiring high precision and synchronization, such as packaging,
printing, and CNC machining.

5. Cloud and IoT Solutions

a. ABB Ability™
• ABB Ability™: As part of ABB, B&R leverages ABB’s cloud-based IoT platform for
remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data analytics. This enables
customers to implement smart factory solutions and improve overall equipment
effectiveness (OEE).
b. Edge Computing
• Edge Devices: B&R offers edge computing solutions that allow local data processing
at the machine level, reducing latency and improving real-time decision-making.

Conclusion
B&R's product portfolio is comprehensive, covering everything from industrial PCs and
controllers to servo drives, safety systems, and advanced software tools. Some of the key
highlights include:
• Automation Studio: The central engineering tool for all automation tasks.
• ACOPOS Servo Drives: High-performance motion control solutions.

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 • POWERLINK: Real-time communication protocol for synchronized control.
• mapp Technology: Pre-engineered software components for faster development.
• Safety Solutions: Integrated safety technology for machine safety.
These products are critical for industries looking to implement advanced automation,
improve productivity, and embrace Industry 4.0 technologies.
B&R Technologies
1. Automation Technology
a. Integrated Automation
• Overview: B&R’s core philosophy revolves around integrated automation , where
all components—controllers, drives, HMIs, safety systems, and communication
protocols—are seamlessly integrated into a single platform.
• Key Benefits:
o Unified Engineering: All automation tasks (PLC programming, motion
control, HMI design, safety configuration) are handled in one environment
(Automation Studio ).
o Scalability: Solutions can scale from simple machines to complex production
lines.
o Interoperability: Supports multiple communication protocols like
POWERLINK , OPC UA , and EtherNet/IP .
b. Real-Time Communication
• POWERLINK:
o Description: An open, real-time Ethernet protocol developed by B&R for
high-speed communication in industrial automation.
o Key Features:
▪ Deterministic Communication: Ensures precise synchronization for
motion control and real-time data exchange.
▪ Open Standard: Free to use, with no licensing fees.
▪ High Performance: Supports cycle times as low as 200 µs.
• openSAFETY:
o Description: An open safety protocol that runs over POWERLINK or other
Ethernet-based networks.
o Key Features:
▪ Safety Integration: Allows safety-related communication to be
integrated into standard automation networks.
▪ Certified Safety: Meets SIL3/PLe safety standards.
• OPC UA:
o Description: B&R supports OPC UA (Open Platform Communications
Unified Architecture) for secure and standardized communication between
different systems and devices.
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 o Key Features:
▪ Vendor-Neutral: Works across different vendors and platforms.
▪ Cloud Integration: Enables seamless integration with cloud-based
systems for IIoT applications.
c. Motion Control
• ACOPOS Series (Servo Drives):
o Description: High-performance servo drives for precise motion control.
o Key Features:
▪ Multi-Axis Control: Supports up to 100 axes in a single network.
▪ Synchronization: Ensures precise synchronization for complex
motion profiles.
▪ Integrated Safety: Includes safety functions like Safe Torque Off
(STO) and Safe Limited Speed (SLS).
• mapp Motion:
o Description: Part of the mapp Technology library, mapp Motion simplifies
the development of advanced motion control applications.
o Key Features:
▪ Pre-Engineered Components: Reduces development time with pre-
configured motion control functions.
▪ Robotics Support: Supports various robotic kinematics (e.g., delta
robots, SCARA, articulated arms).

2. Software Technologies
a. Automation Studio
• Overview: B&R’s flagship engineering tool for developing, configuring, and
diagnosing automation projects.
• Key Features:
o IEC 61131-3 Programming: Supports multiple programming languages like
Ladder Diagram (LD), Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagram (FBD),
etc.
o Simulation: Built-in simulation tools for testing and debugging applications
before deployment.
o Version Control: Integrates with version control systems like Git for
collaborative development.
o Cross-Discipline Development: Handles PLC programming, motion control,
safety configuration, and HMI design in a single environment.
b. mapp Technology
• Overview: A library of pre-engineered software components that simplify the
development of complex automation tasks.
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 • Key Features:
o Modular Design: Pre-configured function blocks for tasks like motion control,
robotics, energy monitoring, and safety.
o Rapid Development: Reduces development time by reusing pre-tested
components.
o Examples:
▪ mapp Control: For motion control and robotics.
▪ mapp View: For creating web-based HMIs.
▪ mapp Energy: For energy monitoring and optimization.
▪ mapp Safety: For safety-related functions.
c. OPC UA TSN (Time-Sensitive Networking)
• Overview: B&R is actively involved in the development of OPC UA over TSN , which
combines the benefits of OPC UA with deterministic Ethernet communication.
• Key Features:
o Real-Time Communication: Ensures deterministic communication for time-
critical applications.
o Scalability: Supports large-scale networks with hundreds of devices.
o Future-Proof: Aligns with Industry 4.0 and IIoT trends.

3. Safety Technology
a. Integrated Safety
• Overview: B&R integrates safety technology into its standard automation
components, allowing seamless integration of safety and control functions.
• Key Features:
o SafeLOGIC: Safety controllers for implementing safety functions in machines
and systems.
o SafeIO Modules: Safety-related input/output modules for connecting safety
sensors and actuators.
o Safety Functions: Includes functions like Safe Torque Off (STO), Safe Stop 1
(SS1), and Safe Limited Speed (SLS).
b. openSAFETY Protocol
• Overview: An open safety protocol that runs over POWERLINK or other Ethernet-
based networks.
• Key Features:
o Certified Safety: Meets SIL3/PLe safety standards.
o Vendor-Neutral: Works across different vendors and platforms.
o Integrated Communication: Allows safety-related communication to be
integrated into standard automation networks.
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4. Edge Computing & IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things)
a. Edge Devices
• Overview: B&R offers edge computing solutions that allow local data processing at
the machine level, reducing latency and improving real-time decision-making.
• Key Features:
o Data Aggregation: Collects data from multiple sources and aggregates it for
analysis.
o Local Processing: Processes data locally to reduce the load on cloud
systems.
o Integration with Cloud: Seamlessly integrates with cloud platforms like ABB
Ability™ for further analysis and visualization.
b. ABB Ability™
• Overview: As part of ABB, B&R leverages ABB’s cloud-based IoT platform for
remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data analytics.
• Key Features:
o Remote Monitoring: Monitors machine health and performance in real-time.
o Predictive Maintenance: Uses machine learning algorithms to predict
equipment failures and schedule maintenance.
o Energy Optimization: Tracks energy consumption and optimizes usage.

5. Robotics & Machine Vision

a. Integrated Robotics
• Overview: B&R offers integrated robotics solutions where robot control is embedded
within the same platform as machine control.
• Key Features:
o Unified Control: Robot control is handled by the same controller as the rest
of the machine, simplifying programming and reducing hardware complexity.
o Robotic Kinematics: Supports various robotic kinematics (e.g., delta robots,
SCARA, articulated arms).
o Motion Synchronization: Ensures precise synchronization between robots
and other machine components.
b. Machine Vision
• Overview: B&R provides machine vision solutions for quality control, inspection, and
guidance in manufacturing processes.
• Key Features:
o Real-Time Image Processing: Processes images in real-time for fast
decision-making.

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 o Integration with Automation: Seamlessly integrates with B&R’s automation
platform for synchronized control.
o Applications: Used in applications like barcode reading, defect detection,
and object recognition.

6. Digital Twin & Simulation

a. Digital Twin
• Overview: B&R supports the creation of digital twins for machines and production
lines, enabling predictive maintenance, virtual commissioning, and process
optimization.
• Key Features:
o Virtual Commissioning: Tests and validates changes in a virtual
environment before deploying them in the real world.
o Process Optimization: Simulates production processes to identify
bottlenecks and optimize efficiency.
o Predictive Maintenance: Uses digital twins to predict equipment failures and
schedule maintenance.
b. Simulation Tools
• Overview: B&R offers simulation capabilities within Automation Studio to test and
validate automation projects in a virtual environment.
• Key Features:
o Virtual Testing: Simulates machine behavior without requiring physical
hardware.
o Error Detection: Identifies potential issues early in the development process.
o Training: Provides a safe environment for operator training.

7. Cybersecurity
a. Secure Communication
• Overview: B&R ensures secure communication between devices and systems using
advanced encryption and authentication mechanisms.
• Key Features:
o End-to-End Encryption: Protects data during transmission using AES-256
and TLS protocols.
o Authentication: Supports user authentication via LDAP, Active Directory, or
Radius.
o Audit Logging: Tracks all access attempts and activities for compliance and
security monitoring.
b. Firmware Security

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 • Overview: B&R provides secure firmware updates to protect against vulnerabilities
and ensure system integrity.
• Key Features:
o Secure Boot: Ensures that only authorized firmware can run on devices.
o Patch Management: Regularly releases security patches to address
vulnerabilities.

Conclusion
B&R’s technologies are comprehensive and cover a wide range of industrial automation
needs. Some of the most important technologies include:
• Integrated Automation: Unified platform for PLC, motion control, HMI, and safety.
• POWERLINK & openSAFETY: Real-time communication and safety protocols.
• Automation Studio: Centralized engineering tool for automation development.
• mapp Technology: Pre-engineered software components for rapid development.
• Edge Computing & IIoT: Local data processing and cloud integration for smart
factories.
• Robotics & Machine Vision: Integrated robotics and vision systems for advanced
manufacturing.
• Digital Twin & Simulation: Virtual commissioning and process optimization.
• Cybersecurity: Secure communication and firmware updates to protect against
cyber threats.
These technologies are essential for industries looking to implement smart factory
solutions , improve operational efficiency , and embrace Industry 4.0 trends like
predictive maintenance , digital twins , and IIoT . B&R’s focus on scalability ,
cybersecurity , and integration makes them a trusted partner for industrial automation and
digital transformation.

Industries: B&R products are an integral part of many industries

1. Manufacturing
a. Packaging
• Overview: The packaging industry requires high-speed, precise, and flexible
automation solutions to handle tasks like filling, sealing, labeling, and palletizing.
• Key Applications:
o High-Speed Packaging Machines: B&R’s ACOPOS servo drives and
motion control systems enable precise synchronization for high-speed
packaging lines.
o Flexible Production: mapp Technology allows quick reconfiguration of
machines for different product formats.
o Robotics Integration: Integrated robotics solutions for pick-and-place,
palletizing, and case packing.
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 • Key Benefits:
o Increased Throughput: High-speed motion control ensures maximum
production efficiency.
o Reduced Downtime: Predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring
improve uptime.
o Flexibility: Modular designs allow for easy adaptation to new packaging
formats.
b. Plastics & Rubber
• Overview: B&R provides automation solutions for injection molding, extrusion, blow
molding, and other plastic processing machines.
• Key Applications:
o Injection Molding: Precise control of hydraulic or electric drives for
consistent quality.
o Extrusion Lines: Synchronized control of multiple axes for continuous
material processing.
o Energy Efficiency: mapp Energy helps optimize energy consumption in
energy-intensive processes like extrusion.
• Key Benefits:
o Precision: Advanced motion control ensures accurate material handling and
processing.
o Energy Savings: Real-time energy monitoring reduces operational costs.
o Scalability: Solutions can scale from single machines to complex multi-
machine systems.
c. Metalworking
• Overview: B&R’s solutions are widely used in metal cutting, forming, welding, and
surface treatment processes.
• Key Applications:
o CNC Machining: High-performance motion control for CNC machines.
o Press Automation: Synchronized control of presses and robots for efficient
metal forming.
o Laser Cutting: Precise control of laser systems for cutting and engraving.
• Key Benefits:
o High Precision: Ensures tight tolerances in machining and forming
operations.
o Increased Productivity: Fast cycle times and reduced setup times improve
throughput.
o Integration: Seamless integration of CNC, robotics, and PLC systems.

2. Automotive
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a. Overview
• The automotive industry relies heavily on automation for manufacturing processes
such as assembly, welding, painting, and testing. B&R’s solutions are used in both
OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers .
b. Key Applications
• Assembly Lines: Automated assembly lines with integrated robotics for tasks like
welding, painting, and component installation.
• Conveyor Systems: Synchronized conveyor systems for moving parts through the
production line.
• Testing & Inspection: Machine vision systems for quality control and defect
detection.
c. Key Benefits
• Flexibility: Modular automation systems allow for easy reconfiguration of production
lines.
• Quality Control: Advanced machine vision and sensor integration ensure high-
quality output.
• Efficiency: Real-time data collection and analysis improve overall equipment
effectiveness (OEE).

3. Food & Beverage

a. Overview
• The food and beverage industry requires automation solutions that comply with strict
hygiene standards, offer high flexibility, and ensure traceability throughout the
production process.
b. Key Applications
• Filling & Packaging: High-speed filling and packaging lines for beverages, dairy
products, and snacks.
• Batch Processing: Automation of batch processes for mixing, cooking, and
fermentation.
• Traceability: Track-and-trace systems for compliance with food safety regulations
(e.g., FDA, HACCP).
c. Key Benefits
• Hygiene Compliance: Stainless steel components and washdown-resistant designs
meet food safety standards.
• Flexibility: Modular systems allow for quick changeovers between different product
types.
• Traceability: Real-time data collection ensures full traceability from raw materials to
finished products.

4. Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences

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a. Overview
• The pharmaceutical and life sciences industries require highly precise and compliant
automation solutions for drug manufacturing, packaging, and quality control.
b. Key Applications
• Batch Processing: Automation of batch recipes for drug formulation and production.
• Packaging & Serialization: Serialization and track-and-trace systems for regulatory
compliance (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
• Cleanroom Automation: Automation solutions designed for cleanroom
environments.
c. Key Benefits
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing
Practices) and other regulations.
• Precision: High-precision control ensures consistent product quality.
• Data Integrity: Secure data logging and audit trails ensure data integrity.

5. Energy & Utilities

a. Overview
• B&R provides automation solutions for power generation, distribution, and renewable
energy systems, including wind farms, solar parks, and hydroelectric plants.
b. Key Applications
• Smart Grid Management: Real-time monitoring and control of electrical grids.
• Renewable Energy: Automation of wind turbines, solar inverters, and energy
storage systems.
• Energy Optimization: Real-time energy monitoring and optimization for industrial
facilities.
c. Key Benefits
• Grid Stability: Ensures stable and reliable power supply through real-time control.
• Energy Efficiency: Optimizes energy consumption and reduces operational costs.
• Sustainability: Supports the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid.

6. Water & Wastewater

a. Overview
• B&R’s automation solutions are used in water treatment plants, wastewater
management systems, and desalination plants to ensure safe and clean water
supply.
b. Key Applications
• Water Treatment: Automation of filtration, disinfection, and chemical dosing
processes.
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 • Wastewater Management: Monitoring and control of wastewater treatment
processes.
• Leak Detection: Detects leaks in pipelines and minimizes water loss.
c. Key Benefits
• Water Quality: Ensures safe and clean water supply through precise process
control.
• Environmental Protection: Reduces environmental impact by optimizing
wastewater treatment.
• Cost Savings: Minimizes water loss and reduces operational costs.

7. Transportation & Logistics

a. Overview
• B&R provides automation solutions for transportation systems, including rail, road,
and air transport, as well as logistics and warehouse automation.
b. Key Applications
• Rail Automation: Automation of signaling systems, train control, and passenger
information systems.
• Warehouse Automation: Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and robotic systems
for material handling.
• Conveyor Systems: Synchronized control of conveyor belts for sorting and
transporting goods.
c. Key Benefits
• Safety: Ensures safe and reliable operation of transportation systems.
• Efficiency: Improves throughput and reduces operational costs in logistics.
• Scalability: Solutions can scale from small warehouses to large distribution centers.

8. Building Automation
a. Overview
• B&R offers automation solutions for smart buildings, including HVAC (Heating,
Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), lighting, and security systems.
b. Key Applications
• HVAC Control: Automation of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems for energy-
efficient building management.
• Lighting Control: Smart lighting systems that adjust based on occupancy and
daylight levels.
• Security Systems: Integrated security systems for access control and surveillance.
c. Key Benefits

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 • Energy Efficiency: Reduces energy consumption through intelligent control
systems.
• Comfort: Enhances occupant comfort through automated climate and lighting
control.
• Security: Ensures secure and reliable building operations.

Conclusion
B&R’s solutions are critical across a wide range of industries, including:
1. Manufacturing: Packaging, plastics, rubber, metalworking.
2. Automotive: Assembly lines, conveyor systems, testing.
3. Food & Beverage: Filling, packaging, traceability.
4. Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences: Batch processing, serialization, cleanroom
automation.
5. Energy & Utilities: Smart grid management, renewable energy, energy optimization.
6. Water & Wastewater: Water treatment, wastewater management, leak detection.
7. Transportation & Logistics: Rail automation, warehouse automation, conveyor
systems.
8. Building Automation: HVAC, lighting, security systems.
These industries rely on B&R’s advanced automation technologies—such as integrated
automation , real-time communication (POWERLINK) , motion control , robotics , and
IIoT —to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality. B&R’s focus on
scalability , flexibility , and compliance makes them a trusted partner for industrial
automation across diverse sectors.

B&R solutions based on APROL

B&R's APROL is a comprehensive process control system designed for supervisory control,
data acquisition (SCADA), and advanced process automation. It is widely used in industries
such as manufacturing, energy, water/wastewater, pharmaceuticals, and more. APROL
provides a scalable platform for process monitoring, optimization, and integration with
enterprise systems like MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and ERP (Enterprise
Resource Planning).
Below are the key solutions based on APROL that are important across various industries:

1. Process Control & SCADA

a. Overview
• APROL serves as a robust SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
system, enabling real-time monitoring and control of industrial processes.
b. Key Features
• Real-Time Monitoring: Provides real-time visualization of process variables, alarms,
and trends.
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 • Historical Data Logging: Stores historical data for analysis and reporting.
• Multi-Site Management: Supports centralized control of multiple sites or plants from
a single platform.
c. Key Applications
• Energy Management: Real-time monitoring of power generation, distribution, and
consumption.
• Water/Wastewater Treatment: Supervisory control of water treatment plants and
wastewater management systems.
• Batch Processing: Automation of batch recipes in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and
food processing.
d. Key Benefits
• Improved Efficiency: Real-time data collection and visualization help optimize
process performance.
• Centralized Control: Enables operators to monitor and control multiple processes
from a single interface.
• Scalability: Can scale from small-scale installations to large, multi-site operations.

2. Energy Monitoring & Optimization

a. Overview
• APROL EnMon (Energy Monitoring) is a specialized solution within APROL that
focuses on energy efficiency and sustainability. It helps organizations monitor,
analyze, and optimize energy consumption across their facilities.
b. Key Features
• Energy Data Collection: Collects energy data from various sources (e.g., electricity,
gas, water, steam).
• Energy Analysis: Analyzes energy consumption patterns to identify inefficiencies.
• Load Management: Optimizes energy usage by balancing loads and reducing peak
demand.
• Reporting: Generates customizable reports for energy audits and regulatory
compliance.
c. Key Applications
• Industrial Plants: Monitors energy consumption in manufacturing facilities to reduce
operational costs.
• Smart Grids: Integrates with smart grids for real-time energy management.
• Renewable Energy: Monitors renewable energy sources like solar and wind farms.
d. Key Benefits
• Cost Savings: Reduces energy costs by identifying and eliminating wasteful
consumption.

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 • Sustainability: Helps organizations meet sustainability goals by reducing carbon
emissions.
• Compliance: Ensures compliance with energy regulations and standards.

3. Condition Monitoring
a. Overview
• APROL ConMon (Condition Monitoring) is a solution for monitoring the health and
performance of machines and equipment. It uses real-time data to detect anomalies
and predict potential failures.
b. Key Features
• Vibration Analysis: Monitors vibration levels to detect mechanical issues like
bearing wear or misalignment.
• Temperature Monitoring: Tracks temperature changes to identify overheating or
cooling issues.
• Predictive Maintenance: Uses machine learning algorithms to predict equipment
failures and schedule maintenance.
• Alarm Management: Sends alerts when critical thresholds are exceeded.
c. Key Applications
• Rotating Equipment: Monitors pumps, compressors, turbines, and other rotating
machinery.
• Production Lines: Tracks the condition of conveyor belts, motors, and other
production equipment.
• Wind Turbines: Monitors the health of wind turbine components like gearboxes and
generators.
d. Key Benefits
• Reduced Downtime: Predictive maintenance reduces unplanned downtime and
extends equipment lifespan.
• Improved Reliability: Early detection of issues ensures consistent machine
performance.
• Cost Savings: Prevents costly repairs by addressing problems before they escalate.

4. Advanced Process Control (APC)

a. Overview
• APROL APC (Advanced Process Control) is a solution for optimizing complex
industrial processes. It uses advanced algorithms to improve process efficiency,
product quality, and throughput.
b. Key Features
• Model Predictive Control (MPC): Uses predictive models to optimize process
variables like temperature, pressure, and flow rates.

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 • Multivariable Control: Controls multiple process variables simultaneously to
achieve optimal performance.
• Soft Sensors: Uses virtual sensors to estimate difficult-to-measure process
variables.
• Real-Time Optimization: Continuously optimizes process parameters in real-time.
c. Key Applications
• Chemical Processing: Optimizes chemical reactions and separation processes.
• Oil & Gas: Improves efficiency in refining, distillation, and pipeline operations.
• Pharmaceuticals: Ensures precise control of batch processes for consistent product
quality.
d. Key Benefits
• Increased Productivity: Optimizes process variables to maximize throughput and
efficiency.
• Improved Quality: Ensures consistent product quality by tightly controlling process
parameters.
• Reduced Waste: Minimizes material waste by optimizing process conditions.

5. Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Integration

a. Overview
• APROL MES integrates with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to bridge the
gap between shop-floor operations and enterprise-level systems like ERP.
b. Key Features
• Production Scheduling: Coordinates production schedules with real-time machine
data.
• Quality Management: Tracks quality metrics and ensures compliance with industry
standards.
• Traceability: Provides full traceability of materials, products, and processes.
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness): Measures and improves OEE to enhance
productivity.
c. Key Applications
• Discrete Manufacturing: Tracks production progress in automotive, electronics, and
consumer goods manufacturing.
• Batch Processing: Manages batch recipes and ensures consistency in
pharmaceuticals and food processing.
• Continuous Processes: Monitors continuous production lines in chemicals, oil &
gas, and utilities.
d. Key Benefits
• Improved Visibility: Provides real-time visibility into production processes.

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 • Enhanced Traceability: Ensures full traceability for regulatory compliance.
• Increased Efficiency: Optimizes production schedules and reduces downtime.

6. Environmental Monitoring
a. Overview
• APROL EnviroMon is a solution for monitoring environmental parameters such as
air quality, emissions, and noise levels. It helps organizations comply with
environmental regulations and reduce their ecological footprint.
b. Key Features
• Emissions Monitoring: Tracks emissions of pollutants like CO2, NOx, and SOx.
• Air Quality Monitoring: Measures air quality parameters like particulate matter
(PM), ozone, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Noise Monitoring: Monitors noise levels in industrial and urban environments.
• Regulatory Reporting: Generates reports for compliance with environmental
regulations.
c. Key Applications
• Industrial Emissions: Monitors emissions from factories, power plants, and
refineries.
• Urban Air Quality: Tracks air quality in cities to ensure public health and safety.
• Waste Management: Monitors emissions from waste incineration and landfill sites.
d. Key Benefits
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with environmental regulations and
standards.
• Sustainability: Helps organizations reduce their environmental impact.
• Public Health: Improves air quality and reduces noise pollution in urban areas.

7. Cybersecurity & Data Integrity

a. Overview
• APROL Security provides cybersecurity solutions to protect industrial automation
systems from cyber threats. It ensures secure communication, data integrity, and
access control.
b. Key Features
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Ensures that users only have access to the
data and functions they need.
• Encryption: Encrypts communication between devices and systems using AES-256
and TLS protocols.
• Audit Trails: Tracks all user actions and system events for compliance and security
monitoring.

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 • Patch Management: Regularly releases security patches to address vulnerabilities.
c. Key Applications
• Critical Infrastructure: Protects power plants, water treatment facilities, and
transportation systems.
• Industrial Networks: Secures communication between PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA
systems.
• Cloud Integration: Ensures secure data transmission between on-premise systems
and cloud platforms.
d. Key Benefits
• Data Protection: Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of industrial
data.
• Compliance: Meets cybersecurity standards like IEC 62443 and NIST.
• Risk Mitigation: Reduces the risk of cyberattacks and data breaches.

Conclusion
The key solutions based on B&R's APROL system include:
1. Process Control & SCADA: Real-time monitoring and control of industrial
processes.
2. Energy Monitoring & Optimization (EnMon): Energy efficiency and sustainability
solutions.
3. Condition Monitoring (ConMon): Predictive maintenance and machine health
monitoring.
4. Advanced Process Control (APC): Optimization of complex industrial processes.
5. MES Integration: Bridging shop-floor operations with enterprise-level systems.
6. Environmental Monitoring (EnviroMon): Compliance with environmental
regulations and sustainability.
7. Cybersecurity & Data Integrity: Protecting industrial systems from cyber threats.
These solutions are essential for industries looking to improve process efficiency , reduce
operational costs , and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. APROL’s focus on
scalability , real-time data , and integration makes it a powerful tool for industrial
automation and digital transformation across diverse sectors.

B&R solutions based on mapp Technology

B&R's mapp Technology is a software framework that simplifies the development of
complex automation applications. It consists of pre-engineered, reusable software
components (called mapp components ) that can be easily configured and integrated into
automation projects. These components reduce development time, improve code quality,
and enhance system flexibility, making mapp Technology a cornerstone of B&R's automation
solutions.

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Below are the key solutions based on mapp Technology that are important across various
industries:

1. Motion Control & Robotics

a. Overview
• mapp Motion is a suite of pre-configured software components designed to simplify
motion control and robotics applications. It enables precise control of single-axis and
multi-axis systems, as well as advanced robotic kinematics.
b. Key Features
• Pre-Engineered Components: Simplifies tasks like path planning, synchronization,
and trajectory generation.
• Robotics Support: Supports various robotic kinematics, including delta robots,
SCARA, articulated arms, and gantry systems.
• Synchronization: Ensures precise synchronization between multiple axes for
complex motion profiles.
• Simulation: Allows virtual testing of motion control applications before deployment.
c. Key Applications
• Packaging Machines: High-speed pick-and-place, palletizing, and labeling.
• Material Handling: Conveyor systems, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and
robotic arms.
• CNC Machining: Precise control of CNC machines for milling, cutting, and
engraving.
d. Key Benefits
• Reduced Development Time: Pre-configured components eliminate the need for
custom programming.
• Increased Precision: Ensures accurate motion control for high-quality output.
• Flexibility: Easily adaptable to different machine configurations and kinematics.

2. Machine Vision
a. Overview
• mapp View Vision integrates machine vision capabilities into automation systems,
enabling real-time image processing for quality control, inspection, and guidance.
b. Key Features
• Real-Time Image Processing: Processes images in real-time for fast decision-
making.
• Integration with Automation: Seamlessly integrates with B&R’s automation
platform for synchronized control.
• Pre-Configured Functions: Includes functions for barcode reading, defect
detection, object recognition, and more.
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c. Key Applications
• Quality Control: Detects defects, measures dimensions, and ensures product
consistency.
• Object Recognition: Identifies and tracks objects in manufacturing and logistics.
• Guidance Systems: Provides visual feedback for robotic arms and AGVs.
d. Key Benefits
• Improved Quality: Ensures consistent product quality through real-time inspection.
• Increased Efficiency: Reduces manual inspection and rework.
• Scalability: Can handle simple vision tasks or complex multi-camera systems.

3. Web-Based HMI (Human-Machine Interface)

a. Overview
• mapp View is a powerful tool for creating web-based HMIs that can be accessed
from any device with a browser. It eliminates the need for proprietary HMI software
and allows operators to interact with machines remotely.
b. Key Features
• Responsive Design: Automatically adapts to different screen sizes (desktop, tablet,
smartphone).
• Drag-and-Drop Configuration: Simplifies the creation of intuitive user interfaces
without extensive programming.
• Customizable Widgets: Pre-built widgets for common tasks like alarms, trends, and
data visualization.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and
Linux.
c. Key Applications
• Remote Monitoring: Access machine status and performance data from anywhere.
• Operator Interfaces: Create intuitive HMIs for machine operators.
• Dashboards: Visualize KPIs, production metrics, and process data in real-time.
d. Key Benefits
• Ease of Use: Simplifies HMI development with drag-and-drop tools.
• Remote Access: Enables remote monitoring and control via web browsers.
• Consistency: Ensures a consistent user experience across devices.

4. Energy Monitoring & Optimization

a. Overview

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 • mapp Energy provides tools for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing energy
consumption in industrial environments. It helps organizations reduce energy costs
and meet sustainability goals.
b. Key Features
• Energy Data Collection: Collects energy data from various sources (electricity, gas,
water, steam).
• Energy Analysis: Analyzes energy consumption patterns to identify inefficiencies.
• Load Management: Balances energy loads to reduce peak demand and optimize
usage.
• Reporting: Generates customizable reports for energy audits and regulatory
compliance.
c. Key Applications
• Industrial Plants: Monitors energy consumption in manufacturing facilities.
• Smart Grids: Integrates with smart grids for real-time energy management.
• Renewable Energy: Monitors renewable energy sources like solar and wind farms.
d. Key Benefits
• Cost Savings: Reduces energy costs by identifying wasteful consumption.
• Sustainability: Helps organizations meet sustainability goals by reducing carbon
emissions.
• Compliance: Ensures compliance with energy regulations and standards.

5. Predictive Maintenance
a. Overview
• mapp Predictive Maintenance uses machine learning algorithms and real-time data
to predict equipment failures and schedule maintenance before breakdowns occur.
b. Key Features
• Condition Monitoring: Tracks machine health parameters like vibration,
temperature, and pressure.
• Anomaly Detection: Identifies abnormal behavior that may indicate impending
failures.
• Maintenance Scheduling: Automates maintenance schedules based on predictive
insights.
• Alarm Management: Sends alerts when critical thresholds are exceeded.
c. Key Applications
• Rotating Equipment: Monitors pumps, compressors, turbines, and other rotating
machinery.
• Production Lines: Tracks the condition of conveyor belts, motors, and other
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 • Wind Turbines: Monitors the health of wind turbine components like gearboxes and
generators.
d. Key Benefits
• Reduced Downtime: Prevents unplanned downtime by addressing issues before
they escalate.
• Extended Equipment Life: Reduces wear and tear by scheduling timely
maintenance.
• Cost Savings: Minimizes repair costs and extends the lifespan of equipment.

6. Safety Solutions
a. Overview
• mapp Safety integrates safety functions into the automation system, allowing users
to configure and manage safety-related tasks without additional programming.
b. Key Features
• Pre-Configured Safety Functions: Includes functions like Safe Torque Off (STO),
Safe Stop 1 (SS1), and Safe Limited Speed (SLS).
• Safety Logic: Configures safety logic using certified function blocks.
• Integrated Diagnostics: Provides real-time diagnostics for safety systems.
• Certified Compliance: Meets SIL3/PLe safety standards.
c. Key Applications
• Machinery Safety: Ensures safe operation of industrial machines and robots.
• Process Safety: Protects critical processes in industries like chemicals and oil &
gas.
• Collaborative Robots: Enables safe interaction between humans and robots.
d. Key Benefits
• Simplified Safety: Reduces the complexity of implementing safety systems.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with safety standards like ISO 13849
and IEC 61508.
• Increased Productivity: Minimizes downtime caused by unnecessary safety stops.

7. Batch Processing
a. Overview
• mapp Batch simplifies the implementation of batch processes in industries like
pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food & beverage. It supports recipe management,
batch execution, and regulatory compliance.
b. Key Features
• Recipe Management: Stores and manages batch recipes for consistent production.

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 • Batch Execution: Automates the execution of batch processes with minimal
operator intervention.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with standards like FDA 21 CFR Part
11 and GMP.
• Traceability: Provides full traceability of materials, processes, and products.
c. Key Applications
• Pharmaceuticals: Automates the production of drugs and ensures consistent quality.
• Chemicals: Manages chemical reactions, mixing, and separation processes.
• Food & Beverage: Automates cooking, mixing, and packaging processes.
d. Key Benefits
• Consistent Quality: Ensures consistent product quality by tightly controlling batch
processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Meets industry-specific regulations and standards.
• Increased Efficiency: Reduces manual intervention and improves batch cycle times.

8. Alarm Management
a. Overview
• mapp Alarm provides tools for managing alarms and notifications in industrial
automation systems. It ensures that operators receive timely and relevant information
about machine status.
b. Key Features
• Alarm Prioritization: Assigns priorities to alarms based on severity.
• Notification: Sends notifications via email, SMS, or other communication channels.
• Alarm History: Logs all alarms for analysis and reporting.
• Customizable Rules: Allows users to define custom alarm rules and escalation
paths.
c. Key Applications
• Critical Infrastructure: Monitors alarms in power plants, water treatment facilities,
and transportation systems.
• Manufacturing: Tracks machine alarms and notifies operators of potential issues.
• Process Industries: Alerts operators to deviations in process variables like
temperature, pressure, and flow rates.
d. Key Benefits
• Improved Response: Ensures timely response to critical alarms.
• Reduced Downtime: Prevents minor issues from escalating into major problems.
• Compliance: Meets regulatory requirements for alarm management.

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Conclusion
The key solutions based on mapp Technology include:
1. Motion Control & Robotics (mapp Motion): Simplifies motion control and robotics
applications.
2. Machine Vision (mapp View Vision): Enables real-time image processing for
quality control and inspection.
3. Web-Based HMI (mapp View): Creates responsive, web-based HMIs for remote
access.
4. Energy Monitoring & Optimization (mapp Energy): Reduces energy costs and
improves sustainability.
5. Predictive Maintenance (mapp Predictive Maintenance): Prevents equipment
failures through condition monitoring.
6. Safety Solutions (mapp Safety): Simplifies the implementation of safety functions.
7. Batch Processing (mapp Batch): Automates batch processes in regulated
industries.
8. Alarm Management (mapp Alarm): Improves alarm handling and response times.
These solutions are essential for industries looking to streamline automation development,
improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with industry standards. mapp
Technology ’s focus on reusability , ease of configuration , and integration makes it a
powerful tool for modern industrial automation and digital transformation.

B&R mapp Technology support FDA CFR part 11

B&R's mapp Technology offers a suite of pre-engineered software components that simplify
the development of automation applications, including those requiring compliance with
regulatory standards like FDA 21 CFR Part 11 . FDA 21 CFR Part 11 is a regulation that
defines the criteria under which electronic records and electronic signatures are considered
trustworthy, reliable, and equivalent to paper records.
To comply with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 , automation systems must ensure:
• Electronic Signatures: Secure and traceable electronic signatures.
• Audit Trails: Comprehensive logging of all actions, changes, and access to critical
data.
• Data Integrity: Ensuring that data cannot be altered without detection.
• Access Control: Role-based access control (RBAC) to restrict unauthorized access.
• Security: Protection against unauthorized access or tampering of data.
Below are the key mapp Technology components from B&R that support FDA 21 CFR
Part 11 compliance:

1. mapp Audit
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 • mapp Audit is a tool for creating and managing audit trails, which are essential for
FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. It logs all user actions, system events, and
changes to critical parameters, ensuring full traceability.
b. Key Features
• Comprehensive Logging: Logs all actions, including operator interactions,
parameter changes, and system events.
• Tamper-Proof Records: Ensures that audit trail entries cannot be altered or deleted.
• Timestamping: Provides accurate timestamps for all logged events.
• Exportable Reports: Generates reports for regulatory audits and inspections.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Audit Trail Requirements: mapp Audit fulfills the requirement for maintaining
detailed and tamper-proof audit trails.
• Data Integrity: Ensures that all logged data is secure and cannot be altered without
detection.
d. Key Applications
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Tracks batch processes, recipe changes, and
operator actions.
• Medical Devices: Monitors device settings and ensures traceability of critical
operations.
• Food & Beverage: Logs production data and ensures compliance with food safety
regulations.

2. mapp User
a. Overview
• mapp User provides role-based access control (RBAC) and user management,
ensuring that only authorized personnel can access or modify critical systems. This is
crucial for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
b. Key Features
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Assigns roles and permissions to users
based on their responsibilities.
• User Authentication: Supports secure authentication methods, including password-
based and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Electronic Signatures: Allows users to sign off on critical actions using secure
electronic signatures.
• Session Management: Tracks active user sessions and automatically logs out
inactive users.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Access Control: Ensures that only authorized users can perform specific actions,
meeting the requirement for controlled access.

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 • Electronic Signatures: Supports secure electronic signatures, which are required
for approving critical operations or changes.
• Accountability: Tracks all user actions, ensuring accountability for any changes
made to the system.
d. Key Applications
• Batch Processing: Ensures that only authorized operators can start, stop, or modify
batch recipes.
• Regulated Industries: Provides secure access control in pharmaceuticals, medical
devices, and food processing.
• Quality Control: Restricts access to quality-related data and processes.

3. mapp Data
a. Overview
• mapp Data is a tool for managing and storing process data, ensuring that all data is
securely stored and cannot be altered without detection. This is critical for
maintaining data integrity , a key requirement of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 .
b. Key Features
• Data Logging: Collects and stores process data from machines and systems.
• Data Integrity: Ensures that data cannot be altered or deleted without leaving a
trace.
• Version Control: Tracks changes to data and ensures that previous versions are
preserved.
• Secure Storage: Protects data from unauthorized access or tampering.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Data Integrity: Ensures that all data is stored securely and cannot be altered without
detection.
• Version Control: Maintains a history of changes to data, ensuring traceability.
• Secure Storage: Protects data from unauthorized access or tampering, meeting the
requirement for secure electronic records.
d. Key Applications
• Pharmaceuticals: Stores batch data, process parameters, and quality metrics.
• Medical Devices: Logs device settings and operational data.
• Food & Beverage: Tracks production data and ensures compliance with food safety
regulations.

4. mapp Recipe
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 • mapp Recipe simplifies the management of batch recipes, ensuring that recipe
changes are tracked and approved according to regulatory requirements. This is
particularly important in industries like pharmaceuticals and food processing, where
FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance is mandatory.
b. Key Features
• Recipe Management: Stores and manages batch recipes for consistent production.
• Change Control: Tracks changes to recipes and requires electronic signatures for
approval.
• Version Control: Maintains a history of recipe versions, ensuring traceability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with standards like FDA 21 CFR Part
11 and GMP.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Change Control: Ensures that all changes to recipes are logged and require
electronic signatures for approval.
• Version Control: Maintains a history of recipe versions, ensuring traceability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Meets the requirements for secure recipe management
and change control.
d. Key Applications
• Pharmaceuticals: Manages drug formulations and ensures consistent quality.
• Chemicals: Automates chemical reactions and mixing processes.
• Food & Beverage: Manages cooking, mixing, and packaging processes.

5. mapp Alarm
a. Overview
• mapp Alarm provides tools for managing alarms and notifications in industrial
automation systems. It ensures that critical alarms are logged and managed in
compliance with regulatory standards, including FDA 21 CFR Part 11 .
b. Key Features
• Alarm Logging: Logs all alarms and notifications for analysis and reporting.
• Prioritization: Assigns priorities to alarms based on severity.
• Notification: Sends notifications via email, SMS, or other communication channels.
• Customizable Rules: Allows users to define custom alarm rules and escalation
paths.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Alarm Logging: Ensures that all alarms are logged and cannot be altered without
detection.
• Traceability: Tracks all alarm-related actions, ensuring accountability.

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 • Notification: Ensures that critical alarms are communicated to authorized personnel
in a timely manner.
d. Key Applications
• Pharmaceuticals: Tracks alarms related to batch processes and ensures timely
response.
• Medical Devices: Monitors device alarms and ensures compliance with safety
standards.
• Process Industries: Alerts operators to deviations in process variables like
temperature, pressure, and flow rates.

6. mapp Security
a. Overview
• mapp Security provides tools for securing automation systems, ensuring that data
and processes are protected from unauthorized access or tampering. This is critical
for meeting the security requirements of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 .
b. Key Features
• Encryption: Encrypts communication between devices and systems using AES-256
and TLS protocols.
• Access Control: Implements role-based access control (RBAC) to restrict
unauthorized access.
• Patch Management: Regularly releases security patches to address vulnerabilities.
• Audit Trails: Tracks all security-related events for compliance and monitoring.
c. Compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11
• Data Security: Ensures that all data is encrypted and protected from unauthorized
access.
• Access Control: Restricts access to critical systems and data, ensuring compliance
with regulatory requirements.
• Audit Trails: Logs all security-related events, ensuring traceability and accountability.
d. Key Applications
• Pharmaceuticals: Secures batch processes and ensures compliance with regulatory
standards.
• Medical Devices: Protects sensitive data and ensures secure operation.
• Food & Beverage: Ensures secure access to production data and processes.

Conclusion
The key mapp Technology components from B&R that support FDA 21 CFR Part 11
compliance include:
1. mapp Audit: Provides comprehensive audit trails for tracking user actions and
system events.
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 2. mapp User: Offers role-based access control (RBAC) and secure electronic
signatures.
3. mapp Data: Ensures secure storage and integrity of process data.
4. mapp Recipe: Simplifies recipe management with version control and change
tracking.
5. mapp Alarm: Logs and manages alarms in compliance with regulatory standards.
6. mapp Security: Protects data and systems from unauthorized access or tampering.
These components are essential for industries like pharmaceuticals , medical devices ,
and food & beverage , where compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 is mandatory. By
leveraging these mapp Technology solutions, organizations can ensure data integrity ,
traceability , and security , while meeting the stringent requirements of regulatory bodies.

Perfect Automation
B&R (Bernecker + Rainer), now part of ABB, often emphasizes the concept of "Perfect
Automation" in its branding and messaging. This phrase encapsulates B&R's vision and
commitment to delivering comprehensive, seamless, and future-proof automation solutions
that meet the highest standards of performance, flexibility, and integration.
What Does "Perfect Automation" Mean?
"Perfect Automation" is not just a slogan but a philosophy that reflects B&R's approach to
industrial automation. It represents the company's goal to provide end-to-end automation
solutions that are:
1. Integrated: All components—controllers, drives, HMIs, safety systems,
communication protocols, and software—are seamlessly integrated into a single
platform.
2. Scalable: Solutions can scale from simple machines to complex production lines and
multi-site installations.
3. Flexible: Systems are adaptable to changing requirements, allowing for easy
reconfiguration and upgrades.
4. Efficient: Automation solutions are designed to maximize productivity, minimize
downtime, and optimize resource usage.
5. Future-Proof: Technologies are aligned with Industry 4.0 trends, such as IIoT
(Industrial Internet of Things), digital twins, predictive maintenance, and cloud
integration.
Key Aspects of "Perfect Automation"
1. Integrated Automation
• Unified Platform: B&R’s automation solutions are built on a unified platform where
all components—PLCs, HMIs, drives, safety systems, and communication
protocols—are tightly integrated. This reduces complexity and simplifies engineering
tasks.
o Automation Studio: A single engineering tool for programming PLCs,
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development of complex automation tasks.
2. Real-Time Communication
• POWERLINK: An open, real-time Ethernet protocol developed by B&R for high-
speed communication in industrial automation.
o Ensures precise synchronization for motion control and real-time data
exchange.
o Supports cycle times as low as 200 µs.
• openSAFETY: An open safety protocol that runs over POWERLINK or other
Ethernet-based networks, ensuring safe communication between devices.
• OPC UA: Supports secure and standardized communication between devices and
systems, enabling seamless integration with cloud-based platforms.
3. Motion Control & Robotics
• ACOPOS Series (Servo Drives): High-performance servo drives for precise motion
control.
o Multi-axis control supports up to 100 axes in a single network.
o Integrated safety functions like Safe Torque Off (STO) and Safe Limited
Speed (SLS).
• Integrated Robotics: Robot control is embedded within the same platform as
machine control, simplifying programming and reducing hardware complexity.
o Supports various robotic kinematics (e.g., delta robots, SCARA, articulated
arms).
4. Scalability & Flexibility
• Modular Design: B&R’s solutions are modular, allowing users to scale systems up or
down based on their needs.
o From single machines to complex multi-site installations, B&R’s solutions can
grow with the business.
• Adaptability: Systems are easily reconfigurable to accommodate new products,
processes, or technologies.
5. Cybersecurity
• Secure Communication: Ensures secure communication between devices and
systems using advanced encryption and authentication mechanisms.
o End-to-end encryption protects data during transmission using AES-256 and
TLS protocols.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Ensures that users only have access to the
data and functions they need.
• Audit Trails: Tracks all user actions and system events for compliance and security
monitoring.
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 • Edge Computing: Local data processing at the machine level reduces latency and
improves real-time decision-making.
• Cloud Integration: Seamlessly integrates with cloud platforms like ABB Ability™ for
centralized data storage, analytics, and visualization.
• Digital Twin: B&R supports the creation of digital twins for machines and production
lines, enabling predictive maintenance, virtual commissioning, and process
optimization.
7. Energy Efficiency
• mapp Energy: Monitors and optimizes energy consumption in machinery and
factories.
o Helps organizations reduce energy costs and improve sustainability.
• Energy Monitoring (EnMon): Part of the APROL system, it monitors energy
consumption and optimizes usage across multiple sites.
8. Predictive Maintenance
• Condition Monitoring: Tracks machine health parameters like vibration,
temperature, and pressure.
• Anomaly Detection: Identifies abnormal behavior that may indicate impending
failures.
• Maintenance Scheduling: Automates maintenance schedules based on predictive
insights, reducing unplanned downtime.

The term "Perfect Automation" reflects B&R's commitment to delivering automation

solutions that are:
• Seamless: All components work together harmoniously, reducing integration
challenges and engineering effort.
• Reliable: Systems are designed for high reliability, ensuring consistent performance
even in demanding environments.
• Innovative: B&R is at the forefront of technological advancements, offering solutions
that align with Industry 4.0 and smart factory initiatives.
• Customer-Centric: Solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of different
industries, from manufacturing and automotive to pharmaceuticals and energy.

Conclusion
In essence, "Perfect Automation" is B&R's way of expressing its dedication to providing
comprehensive, integrated, and future-proof automation solutions that help businesses
achieve maximum efficiency , flexibility , and competitiveness . By leveraging cutting-
edge technologies like real-time communication , motion control , IIoT , and predictive
maintenance , B&R enables manufacturers to build smarter, more efficient, and more
sustainable operations.
This philosophy ensures that B&R remains a trusted partner for companies looking to
implement smart factory solutions , improve operational efficiency , and embrace
Industry 4.0 trends like digital twins , cloud integration , and cybersecurity.
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