Upgrade your DCS installation — future proof your plant

Outdated systems increase the risk of cyber attacks and unplanned downtime. Minimize risks, ensure security and meet digitalization demands by reviewing your process control systems. Even if spare parts are available, planning upgrades early supports a smoother transition with minimal disruption.

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Keep your I/O up to date

Downtime can be extremely costly for companies. Faulty hardware is the leading cause of unexpected disruptions. For decades, SIMATIC ET 200M has delivered reliable performance, but every extra day of operation increases the chance of failure – and with it, the risk of prolonged, unplanned operational interruptions. By keeping your I/O up to date, you can ensure the long‑term availability of your plant. Watch this enlightening video and take steps to upgrade your I/O today.

Benefits of keeping your plant up to date

Be future-ready

The SIMATIC ET 200M hardware setup needs an upgrade to SIMATIC ET 200SP HA so that your system can manage and utilize large data effectively. Modernize your plant now to get ready for future digitalization.

Remain competitive

Upgrading equips your plant to integrate modern technologies and innovations, keeping operations efficient and competitive. Upgrades also prepare you to handle future challenges, ensuring sustained performance and reliability.

Ensure reliability

Aging SIMATIC ET 200M I/Os risk unplanned downtime. Spare parts alone won't suffice — a full upgrade ensures reliability. Schedule upgrades early to minimize shutdowns and prevent unexpected failures.

Stay cybersecure

Ensure that your systems are equipped with the latest security features and patches, protect against new and evolving cyber threats and help maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Discover how others use SIMATIC ET 200SP HA

Refinery Schwechat – Achieves a Major I/O Upgrade

The Schwechat refinery is one of the largest inland refineries in Europe and has decided on an extensive modernization project to future-proof its process control technology.

With the integration of the new hardware, the refinery will benefit from improved process digitalization while simultaneously reducing investment costs for future expansions.

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Webinar

SIMATIC ET 200M phased out

In this webinar, experts guide you through various scenarios of the upgrade taking budget, resources and time into consideration as well. Future-proof your process plant and stay competitive.

Video

Upgrade to SIMATIC ET 200SP HA in Process Industries

Learn more about I/O system upgrade

A clear picture of your existing setup is crucial for evaluating and planning upgrades. Check your current system landscape and receive an email with information on whether an upgrade is necessary and with our recommended actions to future-proof and protect your system.