ISO/TS 22745-40:2010

Overview

ISO/TS 22745-40:2010 is a specialized technical specification published by ISO, focusing on industrial automation systems and integration through the use of open technical dictionaries for master data management. This part of the series defines a conceptual information model and a standardized exchange file format specifically for catalogues containing master data records. Master data records are composed of characteristic data in the form of property-value pairs, where each property is linked to a concept in an open technical dictionary. The standard uses the Unified Modeling Language (UML) to describe the conceptual model, and Extensible Markup Language (XML) schema to specify the physical file format.

This international standard is essential for organizations aiming to implement consistent and interoperable master data representation in their industrial automation environments.

Key Topics

• Master Data Representation: Defines how master data records are structured and expressed using property-value pairs linked to an open technical dictionary concept.
• Conceptual Information Model: Utilizes UML to provide a clear, standardized representation of master catalogues and their components.
• Exchange File Format: Specifies the XML schema used to ensure reliable and consistent data exchange between systems.
• Open Technical Dictionaries: Promotes the use of openly maintained, standardized dictionaries for identifying properties, enhancing data clarity and reuse.
• Catalogue Management: Provides a framework for managing collections of master data records essential for industrial automation.
• Interoperability: Facilitates seamless integration of automation systems by standardizing data formats and definitions.

Applications

ISO/TS 22745-40:2010 is widely applicable in industries aiming to improve data quality, integration, and interoperability in automated and industrial processes:

• Industrial Automation Systems: Enables the use of unified master data across PLCs, SCADA systems, and other control technologies for improved coordination.
• Supply Chain and Procurement: Assists in managing product catalogues with precise, standardized master data to streamline vendor communications and material management.
• Data Exchange Platforms: Facilitates standard-compliant data sharing between diverse automation systems and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Asset Management: Supports accurate representation of equipment and components data critical for maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Enhances the definition and exchange of product data across different stages of development and production.

Related Standards

ISO/TS 22745-40:2010 is a conduit to broader automation and data management standards, complementing and extending their scope:

• ISO/TS 29002-10: This foundational standard specifies the overarching open technical dictionary framework, of which ISO/TS 22745-40 is a specialization.
• ISO 10303 (STEP): International standard for product data representation and exchange, which aligns with master data management principles.
• IEC 61360 Series: Defines common data dictionaries for components and devices used in electrical and electronic automation.
• ISO 8000: Focuses on data quality and master data exchange, related to the principles of master data consistency upheld in ISO/TS 22745-40.
• ISO 15926: Covers data integration for process plants, which benefits from standardized master data representation.

By adopting ISO/TS 22745-40:2010, organizations leverage internationally recognized best practices for cataloguing and sharing master data, enhancing data interoperability, automation efficiency, and consistency across industrial environments.