Beckhoff TwinCAT Building Automation

Spec sheet

Purpose

TwinCAT Building Automation TF8040 is a software package for energy-efficient building operation and building automation applications.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Audience

Beckhoff describes the TF8040 templates and application samples as support for system integrators implementing building automation projects.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Support

Beckhoff says it provides technical support in more than 75 countries, including help by phone, email, or remote access, in local languages.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Headquarters

Verl, GermanyRead 28 Sep 2026 · beckhoff.com

Founded

1980Read 28 Sep 2026 · beckhoff.com

Analytics

Beckhoff says building energy data can be analyzed with TwinCAT Analytics using local or cloud-based solutions.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Cloud connectivity

The building automation page lists HTTP/REST, MQTT, and OPC UA among the TwinCAT protocols for integration with higher-level systems and cloud services.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Controls

The package provides a basis for controlling HVAC, lighting, air conditioning, and shading devices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Energy monitoring

Beckhoff says TwinCAT Analytics can analyze energy data using local or cloud-based solutions, with real-time monitoring and notifications among the listed benefits.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Engineering

The free TwinCAT Engineering environment includes basic functions and ready-to-use applications, from HVAC to room automation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Engineering tools

Beckhoff describes a modular set of software tools, libraries, application samples, and ready-to-use applications for building automation engineering.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Fieldbus integrations

EtherCAT supports building and fieldbus protocols including BACnet, DALI, DMX, KNX/EIB, EnOcean, Modbus, M-Bus, and MP-Bus.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Function blocks

The TF8040 library contains around 180 function blocks for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and room automation projects.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Function library

The TF8040 library contains around 180 function blocks and includes templates to help system integrators get started and apply them.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

HMI

TwinCAT HMI supports HTML5 visualization on end devices such as smartphones and tablets, according to Beckhoff’s building automation page.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Interoperability

Beckhoff describes its PC-based control platform as modular and scalable, supporting common protocols and interfaces for building, media, and energy technology.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

License dependency

The TF8040 product page lists TC1200 and TF8020 as required licenses.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Manufacturer

Beckhoff says it was founded in 1980 and identifies its headquarters as Verl, Germany.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Planning interfaces

The page lists interfaces with planning tools via AML or TwinCAT XCAD as a TwinCAT Building Automation benefit.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Pricing and trial

Beckhoff states that TwinCAT Engineering is free with basic functionality and TwinCAT Runtime can be trialed on a renewable 7-day license; permanent runtime licensing depends on hardware performance.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Protocols

TwinCAT supports protocols including BACnet and DALI-2 for communication with building subsystems and devices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Requirements

TF8040 requires TC1200 and TF8020 licenses and lists Windows 10, Windows 11, and Beckhoff RT Linux as supported operating systems, with x86, x64, and Arm CPU architectures.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Security advisories

Beckhoff publishes security advisories for vulnerabilities affecting its products, including TwinCAT components, and provides a coordinated disclosure procedure.Read 8 Oct 2026 · infosys.beckhoff.com

Standards

The building automation page says its solutions can meet DIN EN ISO 52120 requirements and lists ISO 50001-ready status and DIN EN ISO 16484 among other standards.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

System requirements

TF8040 lists Windows 10, Windows 11, and Beckhoff RT Linux as operating systems, with x86, x64, and Arm CPU architectures.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

Visualization

TwinCAT HMI supports HTML5 visualization on end devices such as smartphones and tablets.Read 8 Oct 2026 · beckhoff.com

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