zenon is a comprehensive software platform designed for the engineering and automated operation of manufacturing and infrastructure equipment. It provides a unified environment for data acquisition, management, visualization, control, analytics, and reporting, supporting both manufacturing and energy sectors. The platform enables users to connect heterogeneous systems, streamline processes, and drive digital transformation with no-code engineering tools. zenon is scalable, secure, and facilitates the integration of IT and OT, supporting compliance, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Key Features

Data Acquisition Centralized collection and processing of operational and equipment data.

• Integrates diverse hardware via extensive driver library.
• Enables systematic data transfer and storage.

Data Management Contextualizes and links process data for actionable insights.

• Ready-made and customizable templates.
• Displays relevant information across locations.

Visualization and Control Efficient monitoring and control of complex systems.

• High-performing HMI for real-time process visualization.
• Centralized overview from single machines to entire plants.

Analytics and Reporting Transforms data into actionable insights and KPIs.

• Handles real-time and historical data.
• Supports both simple calculations and complex analytics.

Application Engineering and Maintenance Rapid, error-free project creation and maintenance.

• No programming required; uses parameter setting and wizards.
• Supports multi-location projects and version-independent maintenance.

IT and OT Integration Combines operational and information technology on a single platform.

• Connects machines, sensors, and people securely.
• Automates manual tasks and optimizes processes.

Cybersecurity Ensures robust protection against cyberattacks.

• Meets international standards for industrial and energy automation.

Scalability and Flexibility Adapts to small-scale and enterprise-wide deployments.

• Annual release cycles introduce new features and updates.
• Supports both brownfield and greenfield scenarios.

Benefits

Operational Efficiency Increases equipment reliability and flexibility.

• Reduces complexity for operators and decision-makers.
• Enhances overall equipment effectiveness.

Accelerated Digital Transformation Simplifies and standardizes processes across regions.

• Integrates third-party systems and IoT devices.
• Supports rapid deployment of digitalization projects.

Sustainability and Compliance Facilitates achievement of sustainability goals and regulatory compliance.

• Supports ISO, ISA, IEEE, IEC, FDA, and EU GMP standards.
• Enables energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives.

Vendor Independence Works in any hardware and software environment.

• Connects heterogeneous systems without vendor lock-in.
• Enables seamless integration in diverse industrial settings.