Overview
Freelance Engineering is the integrated engineering tool for the Freelance DCS, enabling both offline and online configuration of all Freelance controllers and operator stations.
Freelance Engineering supports all five IEC 61131-3 programming languages - Function Block Diagram (FBD), Instruction List (IL), Ladder Diagram (LD), Sequential Function Chart (SFC), and Structured Text (ST) - giving your team the flexibility to use familiar, standardized tools.
Save weeks of programming time with Freelance Engineering's comprehensive library of 200+ pre-built, industry-proven function blocks. Each function block has been tested in thousands of real-world installations, ensuring reliability from day one. These blocks come with ready to use defaults, you just specify the name and optimize later.
Freelance Engineering has built-in support for intelligent field device configuration; it easily supports built-in Asset Management.
Our latest version gives you improved filtering and sorting tools. The Function Block Diagram editor now supports automatic routing connections. You can now protect your entire project by backing it up to an SD Card directly from the controller. This means your complete application consisting of operator process graphics, control logic, and device settings are all safely saved in one place. Works on both AC 700F and AC 900F controllers.
Benefits
One tool for everything
<p>Configure automation, operator screens, and device parameters all in one place.</p>Industry-standard editors
<p>Built to meet global automation standards, so your programs are reliable and compatible.</p>220+ ready-to-use functions
<p>Get more done faster with a proven library of building blocks.</p>200+ graphic symbols
<p>Create professional operator screens quickly with a rich symbol library.</p>Clear project structure
<p>Organize your programs logically so anyone can understand your setup.</p>Built-in verification
<p>Catch issues before they happen with easy testing tools and controller emulator.</p>Find things fast
<p>Search for variables and connections instantly across your entire project.</p>Auto-generated documentation
<p>Your programs, communications, and device settings are documented automatically – no extra work .</p>Works on your PC
<p>Runs smoothly on Windows 10 and Windows 11, demo mode allows for 100 days trial without license.</p>Protect your work
<p>Backup your entire project safely and restore it anytime, all in one file.</p>Freelance QuickStart Tutorial
Process Automation Training / DCS engineering guide
Technical Data
Your project tree gives you a complete overview of your entire setup. All your configuration data is laid out clearly, so you can find and manage everything in one place.
Choose the coding method that works best for you:
Function Block Diagrams – Visual programming with building blocks
Ladder Diagrams – Familiar logic for traditional automation
Instruction Lists – Direct command-line programming
Sequential Charts – Step-by-step process flows
Structured Text – High-level programming language
Design your entire system visually without complexity. You can:
- Map your controllers and operator stations, on a diagram
- Connect fieldbus lines and configure communications
- Assign channels and modules with simple dropdown menus
- Set up everything with just a few clicks—no complicated coding needed
Common applications
Power generation, Oil and gas, Chemical, Life sciences, Water, Food and beverage, Metals, Mining, Cement, Pulp and paper