ABB Software
Automation Builder
From Automation Builder 1.1 onwards a Freemium License model is used.
A Basic license enables a free IEC61131-3 programming of simple PLC systems.
The Standard license includes integrated engineering for PLC, Drives, Panels, Motion, and Robotics.
The Premium license includes engineering Productivity and Collaboration enhancements.
AC500 Libraries
A good investment for system integrators and end-users, AC500 libraries improve stability while reducing warranty costs and service. Library packages contain easy-to-use examples for minimal programming effort and quick implementation of complex and demanding applications.
Additional Solution Libraries have to be purchased, installed and licensed separately.
The license wizard for library license will start automatically at the first time use of the library. This has not changed compared to previous versions of Automation Builder / Control Builder Plus.
Motion control library
Library package for decentral, central and coordinated motion according to the PLCopen® standard.
Solar library
Library package for solar trackers increasing energy efficiency, providing quick commissioning and excellent positioning accuracy.
Water library
Library package with energy efficiency functionalities offering quick commissioning of water applications, such as pump stations with remote communication.