What does the future of automation look like?
New technologies offer enormous advantages for a connected automation world. It has never been easier to manage and maintain globally networked devices so quickly and comprehensively.
However, as the possibilities increase, so do the requirements. Whether we operate machines and plants, develop automation solutions, or manufacture control technology: These are the requirements we have to meet:
- Keep track of a large number of devices in the field
- Access the devices in use anytime and anywhere
- Develop automation projects in distributed teams
- Manage access for different groups of people
- Collect, display, and analyze data
- Ensure high security standards
- Guarantee data security

This is what the CODESYS Automation Server can do for you.
The CODESYS Automation Server is a platform that supports you perfectly. The comprehensive solution fits seamlessly into the existing CODESYS landscape and offers you the following:
- Options for managing your devices, including a digital twin
- Central cloud repository for your CODESYS projects and applications including Git support
- Easy and secure remote access to your devices without complex VPN or third-party solutions, for example for debugging, access to visualizations, operation, and monitoring
- Sophisticated user and rights management
- Customized tools for recording, displaying, and analyzing data
- Cloud-supported basis for networked teamwork

How does the CODESYS Automation Server work?
As a future-oriented Industry 4.0 platform, the CODESYS Automation Server offers indispensable advantages for the automation of tomorrow:
- Perfect compatibility with other CODESYS products through seamless integration into the CODESYS landscape
- Setup and connection of devices and projects in only a few minutes thanks to explanatory tutorials and detailed documentation
- Convenient and device-independent operation via browser
- Clear separation of IT and OT networks thanks to the CODESYS Edge Gateway
- Industry-independent use through individual configuration options
How secure is the CODESYS Automation Server?
We take the security of your data as seriously as you do. For this reason, we provide a wide range of security features to ensure that your data is always protected and that you have full control over it at any time:
- Multi-factor authentication for double access protection
- Possibility to encrypt project (source code) and application (machine code), optionally with password, CODESYS key, or certificate
- Audit trail to track changes
- CODESYS Edge Gateway to encapsulate your devices from exterior threats
- TLS-encrypted communication on a certificate basis
- Regular security audits by external test centers
- Fine-grained and customizable rights management for access control

How much does the CODESYS Automation Server cost?
It depends on the functions you choose. You can get started with a free trial period. Here is our attractive package at a glance:
- Non-binding testing with the free starter package
- Individually scalable range of functions
- Monthly bookable options
- No contract period, cancellable on a monthly basis
- Activated in a few seconds in the CODESYS Store:
- For international customers
- For customers in the USA, Canada, and Mexico
- More information in the detailed price list

Products

CODESYS Development System V3
The CODESYS Development System is the IEC 61131-3 programming tool for industrial control and automation technology, available in a 32-bit and a 64-bit version.

CODESYS Engineering
IEC 61131-3 applications professionally engineered by technicians and software engineers – from LD to UML in one extendable platform

CODESYS Runtime
IEC 61131-3 controllers converted from any kind of intelligent device – by means of the adaptable CODESYS Control runtime system.

CODESYS Visualization
Creation of professional visualization screens directly in the PLC programming environment CODESYS Development System – displayed on a target device, a PC or a web browser.

CODESYS Communication
Integrated Fieldbus Support in the IEC 61131-3 Tool: Industrial protocols, protocol stacks and diagnostics for real-time Ethernet, classic fieldbuses and industry protocols

CODESYS Communication
CODESYS offers seamlessly integrated communication protocols for a wide variety of interfaces and requirements.

CODESYS Motion CNC Robotics
Logic control and motion integrated in one single IEC 61131-3 system: Development kit for everything from basic motion applications to advanced CNC and robotic controllers.

CODESYS Safety
Integrated Safety Software certified according to DIN 61508 - suitable solutions for all SIL2 and SIL3 application areas

CODESYS Services
Training, consulting and development directly from the manufacturer of CODESYS.