Architecture

UCOS Architecture

UCOS is not an HMI stacked on a PLC. It is a tightly coupled project development and run-time software product.

It lets you graphically configure object-oriented control logic and simultaneously generate HMI graphics.

The UCOS architecture includes built-in diagnostics and component redundancy at all levels, if desired.

This section describes the major UCOS components. They can also be viewed in architecture drawings representing three typical configurations. Choose the drawing relevant to your needs on the System page.

Highlights

		The Engineering Workstation (EWS) handles all configuration and reduces the extensive programming typical of PLC-based systems.
		The Operator Workstation (OWS) HMI uses graphic screens, command window faceplates, and other tools for monitoring and control.
		The UCOS logic-solving engine runs on a variety of PLCs & controllers from a variety of manufacturers.
		Cost-effective data servers connect UCOS to just about any third-party hardware and software that's out there.
		The Process Historical Archiver uses report-by-exception to increase data accuracy while reducing network loading.
		Components can be networked via VSAT, LAN, WAN, radio, or microwave using TCP/IP, Modbus, OPC, DDE, or proprietary protocols.
		Almost everything in a UCOS architecture can be redundant – from the network to individual points.