Create a Custom Attribute for IPFusion PLC Devices Assets

Custom attributes can be created for IPFusion PLC Devices assets. These attributes can be integer, string, or boolean data types. Custom attribute values are stored locally on each Workstation or shared globally to all other Workstations via the IPFusion HIVE service.

Note: Before you can create a custom attribute, you must have at least one asset type defined.

To create a custom attribute:

  1. In the IPFusion PLC Devices integrated system settings, expand the asset type you wish to add the attribute to. Select Asset Attributes.
  2. Click Add.
  3. Enter an Attribute Name which describes the information you are tracking with it. This is the label that is displayed in the Property Browsers.
  4. Select the Scope which defines how the value of the attribute is shared between workstations.
    • Workstation — The value is stored locally on each Workstation. Modifying the value in Workflows will only apply to the Workstation that writes the value.
    • Global — The value is shared to all Workstations via the IPFusion HIVE Service
  5. In the Data Type drop-down, choose the type for this attribute:
    • Boolean — A true/false value
    • Integer — A numerical value
    • String — A string value
  6. Configure the Initial Value for what value will be contained in the attribute when Runtime is started.

Custom attributes can be changed during Runtime using Workflows.