ABB DCS Freelance 2024

ABB Freelance 2024

Process automation made easy

Freelance takes the next step into the future. Freelance 2024 provides significant improvements in all areas: usability, connectivity, compatibility, security and digitalization.

ABB did the next big step on the success story of Freelance. With this new version the Distributed Control System is more attractive than ever before for both, new projects and its huge installed base.

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Freelance 2024 - What's new?

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Easy to use

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Reliable

Future-proof

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Value for your money

Freelance 2024 benefits

Reliable network connection

PROFINET support

Freelance 2024 now supports PROFINET communication on AC 900F controller with the multi-purpose Ethernet Communication Interface. This CI 940F module has a 100BaseT Ethernet interface that can be operated with the PROFINET protocol. It supports S1 and S2 redundancy and up to 128 PROFINET devices.

Ethernet APL for Freelance 2024

Simplified engineering

Freelance 2024 now includes native integration support for Ethernet-APL (Advanced Physical Layer) switches and devices resulting in reduced complexity and effort thereby increasing engineering efficiency and data accessibility.

Module Type Package

Modular Automation

Freelance 2024 implements the industry-standard Module Type Package (MTP). The new Module Designer facilitates seamless MTP integration, enabling effortless setup and integration with the
Orchestration Layer. This advancement in Modular Automation simplifies system design and enhances scalability.

Cyber security

Freelance 2024 has added support for Microsoft Defender Antivirus solution to help detect, prevent and remove malicious software.

NOA support via OPC UA

Freelance 2024 fully embraces NAMUR Open Architecture (NOA) through OPC UA, allows seamless integration of process data with Digital Operational Infrastructure for monitoring and optimization purposes, leveraging open standards and secure communication protocols.

Seamless OS integration

With the release of Freelance 2024, the software now runs on Microsoft Windows 11, providing enhanced compatibility and security. We recommend upgrading to Windows 11 to ensure better operation and security for your Freelance installation.