ABB Compact Control Builder

Advanced ControlEngineering Platform

ABB Compact Control Builder is a Windows-based engineering tool for creating comprehensive control solutions with AC 800M controllers, including seamless integration of ABB drives and motor starters.

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Platform Highlights

Programming Languages5 IEC 61131-3
Controller SupportAC 800M Series
Drive IntegrationNative Support
EngineeringWindows-based

Key Features & Capabilities

Compact Control Builder provides a comprehensive engineering environment for developing sophisticated automation solutions with integrated drive control.

Integrated Engineering

Single engineering environment for controllers, drives, and motor starters with unified configuration.

AC 800M Controllers

Full support for AC 800M controller family with advanced programming and diagnostic capabilities.

Drive Integration

Seamless integration with ABB drives including configuration, monitoring, and control functions.

Flexible Connectivity

Multiple communication protocols and network options for diverse automation requirements.

IEC 61131-3 Programming Languages

Support for all five IEC 61131-3 programming languages provides flexibility to choose the best approach for each control application.

Ladder Diagram (LD)

Traditional relay logic programming for discrete control applications

✓ Fully Supported

Function Block Diagram (FBD)

Graphical programming using interconnected function blocks

✓ Fully Supported

Structured Text (ST)

High-level programming language for complex algorithms

✓ Fully Supported

Sequential Function Chart (SFC)

Step-based programming for sequential processes

✓ Fully Supported

Continuous Function Chart (CFC)

Graphical programming for continuous control applications

✓ Fully Supported

AC 800M Controller Platform

The AC 800M controller family provides high-performance automation control with exceptional flexibility and scalability for diverse applications.

AC 800M

High-performance controller for demanding automation applications

Key Capabilities:

Up to 12,000 I/O points
Multiple communication protocols
Real-time performance
Hot-swappable modules
Redundancy support
Safety integration

Typical Applications:

Process ControlManufacturingBuilding AutomationInfrastructure

Drive Integration

Seamlessly integrate and control ABB drives directly from your control application:

ACS580 Series - General Purpose Drives
ACS880 Series - Industrial Drives
ACS550 Series - HVAC Drives
DCS800 Series - DC Drives
ACSM1 Series - Modular Drives
Motor Starters and Contactors

Comprehensive Feature Set

Compact Control Builder provides all the tools needed for efficient engineering, deployment, and maintenance of automation systems.

Engineering Features

  • Object-oriented programming
  • Reusable function blocks
  • Version control integration
  • Multi-user engineering
  • Simulation capabilities
  • Comprehensive diagnostics

Runtime Features

  • Hot configuration download
  • Online debugging
  • Recipe management
  • Alarm and event handling
  • Data logging
  • Web-based monitoring

Integration Features

  • OPC connectivity
  • Database integration
  • Third-party device support
  • Custom protocol implementation
  • SCADA integration
  • MES connectivity

Industry Applications

Compact Control Builder and AC 800M controllers are deployed across various industries for critical automation applications.

Manufacturing

  • Production Lines
  • Material Handling
  • Quality Control
  • Packaging Systems

Infrastructure

  • Water Treatment
  • HVAC Systems
  • Building Automation
  • Energy Management

Process Industries

  • Batch Control
  • Continuous Processes
  • Safety Systems
  • Utilities Management

Marine & Offshore

  • Ship Automation
  • Offshore Platforms
  • Port Operations
  • Cargo Handling

Mining

  • Conveyor Systems
  • Processing Plants
  • Material Transport
  • Safety Systems

Metals

  • Steel Production
  • Rolling Mills
  • Heat Treatment
  • Material Handling

Ready to Implement Compact Control Solutions?

Our certified engineers can help you design and implement comprehensive automation solutions using Compact Control Builder and AC 800M controllers.