ABB has released the latest version of ABB Ability™ Field Information Manager (FIM 3.0), aiming to revolutionize engineering efficiency and productivity in the field of instrumentation. This digital solution is compatible with both legacy and next-generation smart devices, allowing seamless integration into existing systems while ensuring connectivity for future plant operations.
FIM 3.0, designed to meet the demands of Industry 4.0, brings increased connectivity and extended reach across the latest communication protocols, ushering in a new era of operational efficiency. Leveraging OPC UA and PA-DIM, this version enables swift data transport from field devices to cloud-based condition monitoring solutions, empowering customers with smarter maintenance practices and heightened engineering efficiency.
The software upgrade introduces advanced asset management capabilities, including enhanced device condition monitoring, paving the way for predictive maintenance strategies. Stefan Basenach, Head of Process Control Platform at ABB, emphasizes the significance of FIM 3.0 in the digital transformation era, stating, “ABB Ability Field Information Manager empowers businesses to embrace digital transformation, ensuring flexibility, efficiency, and competitiveness across their fleet of devices.”
FIM 3.0 serves as a crucial bridge between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT), enabling data-driven decision-making. With expanded connectivity options such as ASi-5, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, HART IP, and HART, it seamlessly integrates into existing system landscapes, enhancing plant agility. Strengthened Ethernet-APL support further solidifies its market relevance well into the future.
The capabilities of FIM 3.0 are extended even further with ABB's Ability™ Edgenius™ Operations Data Manager, facilitating the collection and management of data from OPC UA. This integration makes valuable information accessible for both edge and cloud-based applications, offering advanced fleet management capabilities and simplifying the monitoring and maintenance of field devices across multiple locations.
In conclusion , ABB Ability™ Field Information Manager 3.0 represents a significant leap forward in the realm of industrial connectivity, ensuring that businesses are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the evolving industrial landscape.
