Upgrade paths, system architecture guidance, and practical tools to support every stage of your Siemens control system journey.
From I/O migration and cabinet layout to software versioning and virtual testing, smart modernization depends on smart preparation. This page brings together practical insights to help you plan with confidence—whether you’re just getting started or already working through your upgrade path.
Curated by Pigler Automation’s team of trusted Siemens experts, the content here reflects decades of real-world experience supporting plants across North America. You’ll find a growing mix of blog posts, technical how-to’s, and in-depth landing pages covering topics like PCS 7 upgrades, ET 200M replacement, and phased modernization strategies.
This resource is continuously updated as technologies evolve and our team uncovers new planning best practices.
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Is your ET 200M system holding you back?
With Siemens phasing out support by 2025, parts are scarce, maintenance is risky, and simulation tools are leaving legacy I/O behind. This article breaks down the real-world risks of waiting—and how industrial teams are managing upgrades on their terms.
Struggling to connect to your Siemens S7-1500 PLC?
This quick guide walks through the five most common communication errors—and how to fix them fast. Includes a free downloadable troubleshooting checklist.
Is your ET 200M system holding you back?
With Siemens phasing out support by 2025, parts are scarce, maintenance is risky, and simulation tools are leaving legacy I/O behind. This article breaks down the real-world risks of waiting—and how industrial teams are managing upgrades on their terms.
Is your ET 200M system holding you back?
With Siemens phasing out support by 2025, parts are scarce, maintenance is risky, and simulation tools are leaving legacy I/O behind. This article breaks down the real-world risks of waiting—and how industrial teams are managing upgrades on their terms.
Planning a PCS7 upgrade? This guide breaks down the top pain points driving system updates and offers a clear path forward for industrial teams.
Test smarter. Launch with confidence.
Simulation tools like Siemens SIMIT can play a critical role in validating control logic, reducing deployment risk, and preparing operators before changes go live.
We’re currently building resources to help you incorporate simulation and virtual commissioning into your modernization strategy.
🔧 Check back soon for expert guidance, use cases, and planning tools.
Build for long-term supportability, not short-term survival.
Modernization isn’t complete without a plan for system documentation, secure architecture, and future audit readiness. From cybersecurity best practices to strategies that keep your control system supportable, we’re developing resources to help you stay ready for what’s next.
🛡 New content coming soon: security insights, readiness checklists, and long-term support strategies.
Whether you’re replacing ET 200M, upgrading PCS 7, or mapping out a phased migration, we’re here to help.
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