graphical developemnet program

[pices2282]

Dear Experts,

                    I purchased lab view 8.2 with the tool kits now i have to make communication between siemens PLC and lab view is there any graphical develoement option in lab view with respect to industrial contrl and automation LIKE HMI plz let me know if there is any solution

[Harold_Timmis]

you may want to check out LabVIEW Real-Time

this might help:

https://forums.ni.com/t5/BreakPoint/PLC-and-LabVIEW/m-p/978479

[AdnanZ]

Answering your question, I am assuming that you will be communicating with the Siemens PLC using OPC. If so, there are two options in LabVIEW:

1. Using Datasockets (built-in LabVIEW, so no extra cost but low-level programming is required).

2. Using LabVIEW DSC Module (will need to purchase the module, but high-level understanding of shared variables is needed).

Have a look at the following links and post back if you have any questions:

How Do I Use OPC in LabVIEW?
How Do I Connect to an OPC Server Using DataSocket? 
What Is The Difference Between Using Shared Variables And DataSocket VIs To Access OPC Tags?

Also, if you need HMI, you can either use LabVIEW's front panel or use the LabVIEW Touch Panel Module and build a LabVIEW application for a Touch Panel.

Message Edited by Adnan Z on 09-12-2009 06:14 AM