According to ABB, the result is enhanced operational efficiency thanks to the digital solution, enabling faster and more intuitive configuration, commissioning, diagnostics, and maintenance of devices.
The latest version of FIM 3.0 leverages OPC UA (OPC unified architecture) and PA-DIM (process automation device information model standard) to transport data from field devices to cloud-based condition monitoring solutions. In doing so, it helps customers achieve smarter maintenance and enhances their engineering efficiency.
Stefan Basenach, head of process control platform at ABB, said: “In the era of Industry 4.0, ABB Ability Field Information Manager empowers businesses to embrace digital transformation, ensuring flexibility, efficiency, and competitiveness across their fleet of devices. With its future-proof capabilities, it helps customers enhance operational efficiency while remaining relevant as industry standards evolve”.
ABB’s enhanced FIM 3.0 software is expected to serve as the bridge between IT and OT to enable data-driven decision making. Offering a wider range of connectivity options for ASi-5, Profinet, Profibus, Hart IP, and Hart, FIM 3.0 is said to fit into any existing system landscape for increased plant agility.
ABB's Ability Edgenius Operations Data Manager further extends FIM 3.0 capabilities by enabling the collection and management of data from OPC UA, making valuable information accessible for edge and cloud-based applications.
PIC CAP: ABB Ability Field Information Manager is the device management tool of choice for configuration, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance of Fieldbus instruments.