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Description

The System 800xA is more than just a Distributed Control System (DCS); it serves as an Electrical Control System, a Safety system, and a platform for collaboration, designed to enhance engineering efficiency, operator performance, and asset utilization. With its integrated electrical control capabilities, the ABB Ability System 800xA allows for comprehensive management of the entire electrical system, spanning from high-voltage switchgear to low-voltage motor control systems. Whether used in conjunction with the 800xA DCS or independently, this system is an optimal choice for managing electrical controls. By utilizing intelligent devices, users can significantly reduce the amount of hardwired cabling required for switchgear, regardless of the standard protocols in place. The digital communication's high reliability not only enhances the flow of information from devices but also allows for the elimination of additional electrical measurement instruments, thereby streamlining operations and improving overall system efficiency. Ultimately, the ABB Ability System 800xA stands out as a versatile and effective solution in modern electrical control management.

Description

EPLAN Electric P8 serves as a cohesive, efficient, and integrated engineering solution designed to facilitate the planning and design of electrical systems for machinery and industrial plants. This advanced software enables users to utilize 2D computer-aided engineering alongside a diverse array of engineering techniques, which range from manual drafting to standardized and template-driven methods. Once the project data is input into the schematic, it lays the groundwork for the automated generation of comprehensive documentation related to machines and plant systems. Essentially, EPLAN Electric P8 provides far more than merely creating schematics and circuit diagrams; it also automates the production of in-depth evaluations that are pivotal for project documentation, available either continuously or compiled post-project as needed. Furthermore, this software ensures that subsequent process phases receive all critical information derived from the engineering process, encompassing everything from initial planning through to manufacturing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance and repairs. Ultimately, EPLAN Electric P8 streamlines the entire engineering workflow, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Cogent DataHub Yes 
DataPortia Yes 
Nextbitt Yes 

Integrations

Cogent DataHub No 
DataPortia No 
Nextbitt No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

ABB

Country

Switzerland

Website

new.abb.com/control-systems/system-800xa

Vendor Details

Company Name

EPLAN Software and Services

Country

United States

Website

www.eplanusa.com/solutions/eplan-electric-p8/

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Engineering

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
Chemical Engineering Yes 
Civil Engineering Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Engineering Yes 
Mechanical Engineering Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Structural Engineering No 

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