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The product phase-out of the Siemens S7-300 / ET 200M product series has already begun in October 2023. The modules are among the most widely used components in the Siemens automation world. As your automation partner, we support you in migrating your existing systems to a current system.

You can download the 2023 edition of our in-house magazine KRIKONTAKT here.

Predictive maintenance can effectively minimize failures and malfunctions and detect potential problems at an early stage. Sensor and system data as well as data analysis and machine learning are used to monitor and detect problems. Find out more about an exemplary implementation.

In October, we held the Innovation Days at our premises in Freiburg for the first time. We informed more than 80 customers about the latest hot topics in our presentations.

Did you miss the Innovation Days? Click here for impressions of the event and to watch a video of the presentations.

KRIKO has many years of experience in retrofitting, particularly in the field of drive technology. We replace old drive systems with modern, energy-efficient drive technology, such as frequency converters or energy-efficient electric motors. Among other things, this leads to a significant reduction in energy consumption and therefore also in operating costs.…

Replacing an operating system often brings discomfort, as it requires adjustments to numerous programs. PCS 7 Version 9 is associated with a new generation of operating systems that make further development of the libraries necessary. KRIKO provides support during migration and develops individual solutions.

The KrikoVis standard library offers modular software modules for cross-system use in automation technology, resulting in a standardized operating concept and more efficient engineering. The library includes numerous PLC modules, process objects and HMI templates and is constantly being developed further.

Technical safety concepts are essential for evaluating machines according to the current state of the art and identifying the need for modernization. The development of a safety concept requires the involvement of a wide range of stakeholders and their requirements and needs. You can find out how to do this here.

The extension of the risk assessment leads to challenges in retrofit projects. In order to meet the safety requirements of the Machinery Directive and the Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health, operators must expand their risk assessment to include technical aspects.

As a Siemens Solution Partner, we are in possession of a license for SIMATIC PCS neo and have been involved with the web-based innovations of the system from the very beginning. We have set ourselves the goal of being a pioneer in this field and actively shaping the future of PCS neo. Find out more about the innovations.