Smart and Safe Control Solutions for Mobile Machinery

In the rapidly evolving landscape of mobile machinery, the demand for efficient, safe, and adaptable control systems is paramount. HYDAC’s MATCH software platform emerges as a comprehensive solution, addressing these needs with precision and reliability.

What is MATCH?

MATCH is a TÜV-certified software suite designed for the development and maintenance of control software in mobile machinery. It offers optimally coordinated solutions throughout the machine’s entire life cycle, ensuring both innovation and safety are at the forefront.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Rapid Development and Redesign

With MATCH, engineers can swiftly design new applications for complex vehicle or machine controls. It also facilitates quick redesigns of existing machines, components, and functions, leading to time savings of up to 50%.

2. Functional Safety Standards

Safety is integral to MATCH. The suit of tools is designed for functional safety from the outset, with all tools, libraries, and components being TÜV-certified. This ensures that control systems are future-proof and compliant with stringent safety standards.

3. Comprehensive Toolchain

MATCH’s toolchain comprises the Project Definition Tool (PDT), Test and Simulation Environment (TSE), and Machine Service Tool (MST). These tools work seamlessly together, supporting development according to the V-model. This integrated approach enhances efficiency and traceability across all stages of development.

4. Hardware Independence and Robustness

The platform offers hardware-independent programming, MATCH abstracts programming away from the hardware layer, allowing for flexibility in hardware selection. Its robust middleware and extensively tested and safety certified library function blocks ensure reliability and ease of portability to other hardware systems.

5. Multi-Controller Capability

MATCH supports application development at the machine level, enabling the seamless integration of multiple control units and displays. This multi-controller approach ensures cohesive functionality and communication across the entire system.

Applications Across the Machine’s Life Cycle

MATCH is designed to support various stages of a machine’s life cycle:

• System Definition & Embedded Software Engineering: From requirements management to software design and programming, MATCH provides a structured approach to developing control systems.
• Software Test & Machine Validation: MATCH facilitates testing through all steps of the V-model, including module and integration tests, system tests, and vehicle validation. Integrated modules support a plug-and-play test environment.
• Production & End-of-Line Support: The platform streamlines end-of-line commissioning, software downloads, machine configuration, and final validation, ensuring a smooth transition from production to deployment.
• Service Organisation & Field Service Engineering: MATCH provides comprehensive tools for service and maintenance, including user-related access rights, and machine-specific diagnostic pages.

Conclusion

HYDAC’s MATCH software platform stands as a pivotal advancement in mobile machinery automation. By integrating safety, efficiency, and flexibility, it empowers engineers and developers to meet the evolving demands of the industry, ensuring that machinery is both innovative and reliable throughout its life cycle.

To learn more about MATCH software, click here.

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