The COSTACOwin® control system includes the entire hardware and software for controlling all the drives on the stage. It controls all the movements of the machinery above and below stage and the stage technology including on-off drives, regardless of whether these are electrically or hydraulically powered, variable or fixed speed.

General

The overall COSTACOwin® control system, made up of its architecture, components, and software, has been awarded all the necessary safety certificates.

• The control system is characterized by its high availability. The modular design also makes expansions easily possible. It is also downwardly compatible, allowing earlier generations of systems to be integrated at little cost.

• All components – such as the main computer, axis control computers or network – can be designed individually or with redundancy.

• The server level allows external control systems (chain hoist control systems, PLCs, safety equipment etc.) to be incorporated.

• The COSTACOwin® control system can support an unlimited number of integrated user consoles or controlled axes.

• The COSTACOwin® control system is divided into three levels: user level, server level and drive level.

Safety

The COSTACOwin® control system meets Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL 3) under EN 61508 and been certified accordingly. Regular audits ensure that the high standards are continuously maintained.

Availability

COSTACOwin® ensures the functionality of the system even in the event of failure of individual components. This reliability is based on a consistent modular design, proven standard industrial components and redundant design options. COSTACOwin® allows individual components or the entire control system to be designed as redundant. This applies to the hardware and the network technology.

After-Sales-Service /Maintenance

SBS specialists for maintenance and service are available to help at all times on the 24/7 hotline. The COSTACOwin® installation is fitted with a remote maintenance and diagnostics system. If you need help, the on-line evaluation of log files allows the right decisions to be made quickly. Since all the key components of the network are connected to each other, maintenance work and parameterization on these components can be carried out directly. This is a cost-effective solution for minor interim maintenance work. The data path is also available for updates. Data transmission is via VPN. Firewall and passwords protect against unauthorised access.