FLEXTIME - Scripting capabilities
CPC scripting engine
FLEXTIME incorporates ASC's CPC scripting engine, which offers the capability to provide custom logic and custom functionality without leaving the FLEXTIME environment.
The scripting language is similar to Microsoft's VB Script language, and provides parallel processing capabilities which allow hundreds of concurrent scripts to be running within the FLEXTIME environment.
Changes "on the fly"
With CPC's scripting engine, trouble-shooting and development changes can be made on-the-fly, without ever leaving the FLEXTIME environment. This provide unequalled troubleshooting and maintenance flexibility.
All logic in software
Because of the scripting capabilities, the FLEXTIME package is usually configured to include all custom logic required to operate your process line. In most implementations, only minimal logic is processed within the attached PLC or I/O hardware.