Asset Administration Shell (AAS) Editor & Toolkit
The professional Asset Administration Shell editor for AAS modelling, digital twin creation, and Industry 4.0 compliance. Build standards-compliant AAS models with our enterprise-grade toolkit — featuring IDTA submodel templates, IEC 63278 validation, and OPC UA integration for smart manufacturing.
What is Asset Administration Shell (AAS)?
The Asset Administration Shell (AAS) is the standardized digital representation of industrial assets — the official digital twin standard for Industry 4.0. Defined by IEC 63278 and championed by the Industrial Digital Twin Association (IDTA), AAS provides a vendor-independent framework to describe machines, production systems, sensors, and industrial components throughout their entire lifecycle. AAS modelling enables seamless interoperability across Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) ecosystems by implementing RAMI 4.0 architecture principles. Each Asset Administration Shell is built with modular submodels — such as Nameplate, Technical Data, and Operational Data — that capture distinct asset characteristics. This ensures flexible integration with existing enterprise systems (ERP, MES, PLM) while maintaining full compliance with international standards.
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Professional Asset Administration Shell Editor Features
Our AAS editor implements the complete Asset Administration Shell standard specification, providing enterprise-grade tools for digital twin creation and management.
Create & Modify AAS
Easily define new Asset Administration Shells or edit existing ones with an intuitive interface.
Submodel Management
Organize asset data into structured submodels, enabling better data utilization.
Standardized Data Exchange
Ensure compliance with Industry 4.0 standards
Interoperability
Facilitate seamless data integration across different platforms and industrial applications.
Digital Twin Implementation
Leverage the AAS to build comprehensive digital twins for predictive maintenance, optimization, and data analytics.
Security & Access Control
Manage user permissions with Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) to protect sensitive information.
AAS's
Compliant Asset Administration Shell Standard Implementation for Industry 4.0
Transform your manufacturing operations with our standards-compliant Asset Administration Shell editor. Built on IDTA specifications and IEC 63278-1 standards, our AAS platform delivers enterprise-grade digital twin capabilities for seamless Industry 4.0 integration, OPC UA connectivity, and full RAMI 4.0 architecture support.
- Standards-Compliant AAS Editor: Full implementation of Asset Administration Shell standard specifications including IDTA submodel templates and IEC 63278 compliance.
- Digital Twin Validation: Automated validation ensures every Asset Administration Shell meets industry standards and RAMI 4.0 requirements.
- OPC UA Integration: Generate compliant OPC UA server configurations directly from Asset Administration Shell models for seamless industrial IoT connectivity.
Why Everyone Loves AIMEN Shell Toolkit
Our application simplifies the creation of an Asset Administration Shell through an intuitive, step-by-step guided form.
Create Standards-Compliant Asset Administration Shells
Our guided Asset Administration Shell creation wizard ensures complete standard compliance while minimizing complexity. Build production-ready AAS digital twins that meet IDTA specifications and IEC 63278 requirements from day one.
- Step-by-Step AAS Builder: Intuitive workflow guides you through Asset Administration Shell standard requirements and best practices.
- Real-Time Validation: Instant feedback ensures your Asset Administration Shell conforms to industry standards at every stage.
- Rapid Deployment: Generate production-ready Asset Administration Shell digital twins in minutes, not hours.
Collaborative Asset Administration Shell Management
Enable enterprise-wide digital twin collaboration with secure workspace management. Share Asset Administration Shell models across teams while maintaining granular access controls and version tracking for Industry 4.0 projects.
- Team Workspace Management: Collaborate on Asset Administration Shell development with role-based access control and audit trails.
- Permission Controls: Manage who can view, edit, or deploy Asset Administration Shell models with enterprise-grade security.
- User Administration: Streamline team management with centralized user administration for your AAS projects.
Asset Administration Shell Standard: Core Concepts & Implementation
Understanding the Asset Administration Shell standard is essential for successful Industry 4.0 implementation. Our AAS platform provides comprehensive support for all standard components including submodels, semantic IDs, and interoperability protocols defined by IDTA and IEC 63278 specifications.
The Asset Administration Shell standard provides the definitive framework for digital twin implementation in Industry 4.0. Each AAS encapsulates complete asset lifecycle information—from design specifications through operational data to maintenance records—enabling real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and optimized asset management across manufacturing enterprises.
Built on IDTA specifications and IEC 63278 standards, the Asset Administration Shell standard ensures universal interoperability across heterogeneous manufacturing systems. This standardized approach eliminates vendor lock-in, enabling seamless integration between different equipment manufacturers, control systems, and enterprise software platforms within your Industry 4.0 ecosystem.
The AAS contains various submodels that represent different aspects of the asset, such as technical specifications, operational data, and maintenance records. These submodels enable comprehensive data management and facilitate data exchange between systems.
By adhering to standardized protocols and data formats, the AAS ensures that assets from different manufacturers can communicate and work together. This interoperability is essential for creating flexible and scalable industrial systems.
The AAS supports the entire lifecycle of an asset, from design and production to operation and maintenance. It provides a unified view of the asset's history and current state, enabling informed decision-making and efficient lifecycle management.t
The AAS bridges the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems. It allows for seamless integration with enterprise systems, such as ERP and MES, facilitating data-driven decision-making and process optimization.
AAS Use Cases & Industrial Benefits
The Asset Administration Shell standard powers real-world Industry 4.0 transformations across manufacturing, logistics, and energy sectors. Here's how enterprises leverage AAS digital twins.
Enable plug-and-produce capabilities where new equipment automatically registers its capabilities via AAS. Dynamic production planning, autonomous order routing, and zero-defect manufacturing become achievable through standardized asset communication.
Continuously monitor operational parameters within AAS submodels for early anomaly detection. Reduce unplanned downtime, optimize maintenance scheduling based on real asset condition data, and lower total cost of ownership.
Achieve end-to-end traceability across value chains with standardized AAS data exchange. Automated supplier integration, real-time component visibility, and EU Digital Product Passport compliance are built on AAS foundations.
Use AAS digital twins for virtual commissioning of production systems before physical installation. Run what-if analyses, simulate process changes, and validate configurations — reducing deployment time and risk.
Track carbon footprint, material composition, and environmental data within AAS submodels. Enable Digital Product Passports for regulatory compliance (REACH, RoHS, WEEE) and circular economy optimization.
Bridge the gap between operational technology and IT systems. AAS integrates with OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs, and enterprise platforms (ERP, MES) — enabling data-driven decision-making across your entire organization.
AIMEN Shell Toolkit vs Eclipse BaSyx
Both tools support the Asset Administration Shell standard, but they serve different purposes. Choose the right AAS solution for your Industry 4.0 needs.
AIMEN Shell Toolkit
A web-based, collaborative AAS editor and modelling platform designed for intuitive digital twin creation and team collaboration.
- Intuitive web-based AAS editor with guided forms
- Team collaboration with workspace management
- Real-time AAS validation and standards compliance
- OPC UA server configuration generation
- IDTA submodel template support
- Role-based access control (ABAC)
- No installation required — start creating immediately
Eclipse BaSyx
An open-source middleware platform focused on AAS runtime infrastructure, registries, and industrial system integration.
- AAS server and repository infrastructure
- AAS registry and discovery services
- REST API for AAS access and integration
- Open-source Java/Docker-based deployment
- Focus on industrial runtime environments
- Community-driven development
- Requires technical setup and configuration
Best together: Use AIMEN Shell Toolkit to create and model your Asset Administration Shells with an intuitive editor, then deploy them to Eclipse BaSyx infrastructure for runtime operation. Both tools are complementary in a complete AAS ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
The AIMEN Shell Toolkit is a user-friendly application designed to simplify the creation and management of Asset Administration Shell (AAS). It provides tools for defining, organizing, and visualizing digital twins of physical assets, making it easy for users to bridge operational technology and information systems.
The AIMEN Shell Toolkit is built with an intuitive interface suitable for users of all levels. Whether you’re new to asset administration or experienced in digital twin technology, the editor’s design is accessible and efficient for everyone.
Our application allows you to create and share AASs within designated workspaces. You can invite team members to collaborate, control permissions, manage admin privileges, and remove inactive users to maintain a streamlined workspace.
Yes! The AIMEN Shell Toolkit allows you to generate OPC UA server configurations directly from your AAS models. This feature streamlines the integration of digital twins with industrial systems, making it easier to connect to various operational platforms.
Built-in data validation ensures that each AAS is configured correctly and complies with necessary standards. This feature minimizes errors and ensures that your AAS meets all required specifications for effective digital twin management.
Absolutely. You can assign specific permissions for each AAS within a workspace, providing control over who can view or edit them. This flexibility allows for secure and efficient team collaboration.
You can invite new team members to join your workspace and assign admin privileges as needed. Additionally, unused or inactive users can be removed to maintain a streamlined, focused workspace.
Roadmap
Shaping the Future of Asset Administration Shell. Explore our strategic milestones and upcoming features designed to enhance your AAS editing experience.
2024 Q2
AAS V2 Metamodel tools
2024 Q3
AIMENT Shell Toolkit application
2024 Q4
Landing page
2025 Q1
Blog
2025 Q4
AAS V3 Metamodel Implementation
2026 Q1
IDTA Submodel templates
2026 Q4
Basyx platform integration
2026 Q4
AAS V3.1 Metamodel Implementation
About Us
AIMEN is a multidisciplinary innovation and technology center specializing in R&D&I activities and providing technological services to industries in the fields of materials, advanced manufacturing processes, digitalization, and sustainability.
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As a proud partner developer within the Zero-SWARM initiative, we contribute to an ambitious project aimed at transforming European manufacturing. Zero-SWARM is a project with a total public private investment of almost €10 million launched on the 1st June 2022, aiming to accelerate the uptake of advanced 5G technologies by European manufacturing sector.
The project mission is to achieve climate neutral and digitized production via a multidisciplinary, human centric, objective oriented innovative approach resulting in technical solutions for open swarm framework, non-public 5G network, active information continuum and digital twin.
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