What's New in EPLAN Electric P8 v1.9

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EPLAN Data Portal
EPLAN Data Portal is a unique web-based portal which will greatly streamline the integration of device data into the design process, providing you with a one-stop access to up-to-date and certified data from many major component manufacturers.  The extensive scope of data contained in the EPLAN Data Portal includes macros of components and sub-circuits, assembly drawings, function templates for intelligent device selection, international designations, preview images and entire manuals.

Using the EPLAN Data Portal not only makes searching individual manufacturer catalogs unnecessary, it also eliminates the need to type in part numbers or create one’s own macros.  Thanks to the Internet technology, EPLAN users all over the world can obtain all important device information and updates on a just-in-time basis, while the manufacturers enjoy increased product acceptance by providing quality component information in EPLAN-ready format.

PDF Redlining

The ability to transfer modified data from the manufacturing and assembly space into project documentation produces a crucial competitive advantage that also pays off in areas like service and maintenance.  With EPLAN’s new redlining function, all documentation can be converted to PDF format and subsequently made available for review and modification.  What makes this feature so compelling is that modifications can be re-imported as graphic elements into the original EPLAN project.  Apart from this capability to import changes from external sources into the schematic diagram, PDF comments are displayed in a navigator with a direct jump function into the schematic.  The user has direct access to all data and can decide immediately whether a particular modification should be incorporated or not. All data is managed neatly and efficiently, allowing users to have high-quality project documentation.

Flexible Documentation
The number of documents associated with a project continues to grow.  Besides the schematics and report lists, there are documents covering the automation components such as device data sheets, maintenance information or operating instructions; all of which is available in an EPLAN project.  Now, users can control the range of documents for distribution with a project by employing the “Print attached documents" command to select only those documents that a particular recipient needs to see, while retaining the rest for when they will be needed.

EPLAN Project Reference (EPR)
With a single keystroke, the EPR module performs an automated analysis of an incoming project and creates a structured evaluation that lists all deviations from specified standards and quality requirements, particularly important for verifying incoming design data from different suppliers.  The EPR can also ensure compliance with internal quality standards to ensure that everything fits perfectly and everyone involved uses the same templates, symbols, plot frames and forms.

And if you think these are impressive, wait till you see the comprehensive list of  EPLAN Electric P8's all powerful features. Whether you are looking to reduce your design time by up to 70% or implement a complete solution that will integrate with your entire engineering process for exponential productivity gains and cost savings, EPLAN Electric P8 scales to fit virtually any budget and requirements set regardless of your company's size.
 
Take the first step into the new dimension in electrical design automation. Call us today at 888-375-2668 or send us an email at info@eplanusa.com.