What is OT (Operational Technology)?
OT is a general term for technologies that monitor and control physical processes and machines. OT is used in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, energy, transportation, infrastructure, healthcare, and oil and gas, and fulfills the following roles:
Process automation:
OT is a technology that automates production processes in factories and plants to operate them efficiently and safely, thereby improving productivity and reducing costs.
Real-time monitoring and control:
OT systems use sensors and actuators to monitor and control physical processes in real time, enabling early detection of anomalies and rapid response.
・Data collection and analysis:
OT analyzes data collected from the field and uses it to optimize operations and perform preventive maintenance, which is expected to improve equipment availability and reduce downtime.
Safety and Compliance:
OT systems are designed to be secure and compliant, strengthening cybersecurity measures.
The Importance of OT
OT is one of the essential technologies in modern industry and is the foundation for efficient and safe operations. As digitalization advances, OT and IT (information technology) are increasingly integrated and play a key role in realizing smart factories and Industry 4.0.
Siemens OT Product Overview
Siemens offers a comprehensive range of industry-proven OT products that ensure secure connectivity, data protection and compliance across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, energy, transportation & rail, infrastructure, healthcare and oil & gas.
In addition, Siemens OT products are designed to comply with international standards, helping you meet requirements such as:
・Data Protection:
Encryption and access controls are implemented for critical data to maintain data confidentiality and integrity.
- Full lifecycle protection:
We maintain security and compliance at each stage of system design, implementation, operation and maintenance, protecting the system throughout its entire lifecycle.
Achievements across multiple industries
Siemens OT products have a proven track record in the following industries:
Manufacturing: Automotive, electronics, food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, etc.
Energy: power plants, grids, renewable energy facilities
Transportation and railways: monitoring and control of railway infrastructure, traffic management systems
Infrastructure: Smart cities, building management systems, water and wastewater management
Healthcare: Medical equipment management and operation, hospital infrastructure management
Oil & Gas: Monitoring and control of processes in extraction, refining and transportation.
Siemens' OT products are essential technologies in modern industry and are the foundation for efficient and safe operations. As digitalization advances, OT and IT are increasingly integrated, playing a key role in realizing smart factories and Industry 4.0.
Source: Siemens data
Siemens OT product lineup
Siemens has a wide portfolio of OT products as shown in the figure below. Siemens' OT product portfolio is divided into the following three categories, each of which plays a specific role.
Operation Products
Operation products are a group of products that support on-site operation management and monitoring. These products collect, analyze, and visualize data to optimize and streamline operations. The main operation products are as follows:
■ SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
SIMATIC WinCC
Features: Provides real-time data visualization, anomaly detection, data analysis functions, and remote monitoring and control.
Control Products
Control products are a group of products for the automatic control of machines and processes. These products provide advanced control functions and help improve the efficiency and quality of production processes. The main control products are as follows:
■PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC S7 Series
- Features:
- The SIMATIC S7 series provides reliable, flexible and scalable automation control for machines and processes. It is suitable for systems of various sizes and efficiently handles complex control tasks.
■Industrial PC
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC IPC Series
- Features:
- With its high performance and robust design, it operates reliably even in harsh industrial environments. The SIMATIC IPC series integrates data processing, monitoring, and control tasks, enabling flexible system construction. In addition, we offer models equipped with NVIDIA GPUs, which can handle advanced graphics processing and AI/machine learning tasks. This enables real-time data analysis and complex simulations to be performed quickly, significantly improving the performance of industrial applications.
■HMI (Human Machine Interface)
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC HMI
- Features:
- Easy to use, intuitive and customisable, SIMATIC HMI provides an operator-machine interface for efficient operation by easily displaying and interacting with real-time data.
■Industrial Network
- Product examples:
- Industrial Ethernet、PROFINET
- Features:
- It provides high speed, reliability, and security to establish communication between OT devices, ensuring smooth data exchange across the entire system and efficient operation.
■Motion Control
- Product examples:
- SINAMICS drive series, SIMOTION
- Features:
- We provide high-precision motion control to accurately control complex machine movements. The SINAMICS drive series and SIMOTION provide flexible system construction and high control performance, contributing to improved productivity.
Field Products
Field products are a group of products for collecting data and controlling machine operation at the site. These products use high-precision sensors and actuators to collect and control physical data. The main field products are as follows:
■Remote I/O products
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC ET 200SP
- Features:
- An I/O system that combines a compact design with high performance. It offers easy installation, individual scalability and maximum flexibility for efficient solutions inside the control cabinet.
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC ET 200MP
- Features:
- With its high degree of modularity and scalability, it is suitable for large-scale automation systems, providing high data processing power and reliability to handle complex control tasks.
- Product examples:
- SIMATIC ET 200eco PN
- Features:
- The rugged design ensures reliable operation even in harsh environments, has an IP65/IP67 protection rating and can be directly mounted on machines, making it ideal for distributed automation systems.
Siemens customer service supports long-term stable operation of equipment
Siemens offers services that support the entire lifecycle of a product, from pre-installation to operation, maintenance, and updates.
From preventative maintenance and technical support to training and product updates, we offer comprehensive support to help you maximize the value of your equipment.
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