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Overview

Data Templates play a crucial role in FactoryStudio projects by facilitating the creation of tags with predefined attributes and organizing them into hierarchical structures that represent assets or information models. Utilizing Data Templates enables users to access tag attributes effortlessly and manage their data with increased efficiency. To employ a Data Template in a project, users need to create a new tag and select the appropriate template type. The tag will then inherit the defined attributes from the template, allowing users to access and manipulate these attributes as required throughout the project.

This document serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding, configuring, and working with Data Templates in FactoryStudio projects. It aims to streamline data management, enhance system efficiency, and simplify the process of accessing tag attributes. The document will cover the following key topics: Overview, Understanding Using Data Templates, Data Templates Configuration, and Working Using Data Templates.DataTemplates enable users to extend the platform’s predefined data types by defining custom types with properties tailored to their business needs. This feature offers flexibility for modeling solution-specific data structures that standard types can’t represent, such as machine data, equipment status, and other asset attributes within an industrial plant.

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Defining DataTemplates

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Understanding Using Data Templates

Data Templates are essential for creating tags with defined attributes and organizing them into hierarchical structures representing assets or information models in FactoryStudio projects. Utilizing Data Templates allows users to access tag attributes and manage their data more efficiently. This section will provide an in-depth understanding of the importance and benefits of using Data Templates in your projects.

Data Templates Configuration

Creating Templates

Templates are the foundation for creating new tag types based on data structures, utilizing existing built-in types and previously defined templates. The process of creating a tag template is straightforward and detailed in the "Creating Templates" section.

Templates allow you to create new tag types based on a data structure using existing built-in types and previously defined Templates.

To create a tag template:

  • Go to

    Tags

    Unified Namespace →

    Templates

    DataTemplates.

  • Click New.

  • The "Create New

    Tag Template

    DataTemplate" dialog will open.

  • In the "New

    Type

    Name" field, enter a name for the tag type. In the Description, enter a description of the

    tag

    template.

    Click 

    Click OK. The Templates tab displays with the name of the new template at the top of the tab.

    Click the insertion row to

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To create a new attribute for this

tag template.Enter or select information, as needed

DataTemplate, type into the first row of the table next to it and press enter after adding all the information. The properties here are the same ones for Tags. See Creating and Editing Tags

above

for more information. 

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To delete a template, select it from the User Custom Type drop-down list, then click 

Del.
  • On the Objects tab, you can now use this new template in the Type column.

    • Assets Templates

    Asset Templates are a vital aspect of FactoryStudio, allowing users to create reusable data structures and logically organize tags into hierarchical representations of equipment or information models. This organization helps to enhance data management and improve overall system efficiency.

    Building Custom Data Types

    Custom Data Types, or User-Defined Types (UDTs), can be created to represent complex data structures in the Unified Namespace. These UDTs can include multiple tag attributes, allowing users to model various properties of an asset, such as its current state, operational parameters, and historical data. Building custom data types ensures a more accurate and comprehensive representation of assets and their associated tag attributes.

    Working Using Data Templates

    Creating and Editing Data Templates

    FactoryStudio allows users to create, edit, or import Data Templates for use in their projects. When creating a template, it is crucial to define relevant tag attributes, such as data types, initial values, and any required metadata. Once a template is created, users can edit it to update tag attributes or modify the template structure as needed.

    Using Data Templates in Projects

    Data Templates are valuable for creating tags with defined attributes and organizing them into hierarchical structures representing assets or information models in FactoryStudio projects. To use a Data Template in a project, follow the steps outlined in the "Using Data Templates in Projects" section. The tag will inherit the defined attributes from the template, allowing users to access and manipulate these attributes as needed throughout the project.

    Best Practices for Implementing Data Templates

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    Using DataTemplates for custom Tag Types

    DataTemplates streamline the creation of tags by supplying predetermined attributes. By employing these templates, users can efficiently manage data by upholding a logical and hierarchical structure representing assets or informational models.

    To implement a DataTemplate in your project:

    1. Navigate to the 'Tags' tab and click on 'New Item' to create a new tag.

    2. In the 'Type' dropdown row, you can select the desired template. If a tag has already been created, select the desired template from the 'Type' column.

    3. The tag will inherit the attributes from the chosen template.

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    DataTemplate Members Columns

    DataTemplate Properties

    ID

    Identifies the unique identifier for the DataTemplate.

    VersionID

    Shows the specific version number of the DataTemplate.

    Name

    Names the DataTemplate for identification and reference.

    Type

    Defines the member's data type, which could be one of the base types listed below. The base data types include Digital, Integer, Long, Double, Decimal, and Text.

    Array

    Indicates whether the DataTemplate is an array and defines its size and structure.

    Parameters

    Specifies additional parameters that define the behavior or attributes of the DataTemplate.

    Min

    Sets the minimum allowable value.

    Max

    Sets the maximum allowable value.

    ScaleMin

    Defines the minimum scale value for display or calculation purposes.

    ScaleMax

    Defines the maximum scale value for display or calculation purposes.

    Units

    Specifies the unit of measure for the DataTemplate.

    Format

    Determines the format in which the data is displayed.

    Enumeration

    Lists possible enumeration values for the DataTemplate.

    StartValue

    Sets the initial value for the DataTemplate when it is first created.

    Retentive

    Indicates whether the DataTemplate retains its value after a system restart.

    Domain

    Defines the domain or category to which the DataTemplate belongs.

    Visibility

    Controls whether the DataTemplate is visible in certain contexts.

    Disable

    Indicates whether the DataTemplate is disabled and non-operational.

    DisplayText

    Specifies the text to be displayed for the DataTemplate in the user interface.

    RelativeAddress

    Sets the relative address or reference path for the DataTemplate within the system.

    EditSecurity

    Specifies the security level required to edit the DataTemplate.

    ReadSecurity

    Specifies the security level required to read the DataTemplate.

    WriteSecurity

    Specifies the security level required to write to the DataTemplate.

    LockState

    Indicates whether the DataTemplate is locked and cannot be modified.

    LockOwner

    Identifies the owner or entity responsible for locking the DataTemplate.

    DateCreated

    Records the date and time when the DataTemplate was created.

    DateModified

    Records the date and time when the DataTemplate was last modified.

    Description

    Summarizes the purpose and details of the DataTemplate.



    Info

    When setting properties for an array element or a DataTemplate member (like StartValue, Min, or Max), these values won’t show up in the DataTable inside the Designer. Instead, you can find them in the Dialog TagProperties or during Runtime.

    Also, keep in mind that changing a property for one element won’t update the rest. Each item in the Template or Array works independently, so modifications won’t apply across all instances automatically.


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    To optimize the implementation of Data Templates in FactoryStudio projects, follow these best practices:

    #Consistency in Data Templates

    Utilize the same Data Template for similar tags throughout the project to maintain consistency.

    #Updating Templates Regularly

    Periodically review and update templates to reflect evolving project requirements and maintain their effectiveness.

    #Hierarchical Organization of Templates

    Arrange templates in a hierarchical manner to improve navigation and understanding for users.

    #Utilizing User-Defined Types (UDTs)

    Leverage UDTs to design complex and comprehensive data structures, enhancing the capabilities of your project.

    #Adhering to Industry Standards and Best Practices

    Keep templates current with the latest industry standards and best practices to ensure a high-quality, reliable system.

    By following these best practices, users can fully harness the potential of Data Templates in FactoryStudio, resulting in more efficient data management and improved system performance.

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