Pepperl+Fuchs and ThinManager, a Rockwell Automation technology, have partnered to provide operators and technicians a more streamlined and secured process with ThinManager software. Originally launched by Rockwell Automation more than 25 years ago, the ThinManager device management and content delivery platform is used by plant operators and maintenance specialists in manufacturing and process industries to centralize…
C-more CM5 headless HMI from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added the CM5-RHMI headless HMI which has all the powerful functionality of the C-more CM5 touch panel HMIs but without display size restrictions. This HDMI-enabled device works with televisions, monitors, projectors, and most any other HDMI display device of any size to display real-time operational data or messages. Or skip the local display…
Weintek USA launches new versatile HMI
Weintek USA announced a new, UL Listed, sunlight-readable 7-in. human machine interface (HMI). The cMT3072XHT(L) has an adjustable brightness screen capable of 1200 cd/m2 with 1024 x 600 resolution and a wide viewing angle of 85° in any direction. Enhanced components allow the cMT3072XHTL to handle temperatures anywhere from -4 to 131° Fahrenheit. Ready for…
Softing’s “plantPerfect Monitor” for industrial communication networks at ACHEMA 2024
At ACHEMA 2024, Softing Industrial presents “plantPerfect Monitor”, an innovative solution for comprehensive condition monitoring of industrial communication networks and installed systems. “plantPerfect Monitor” provides detailed insights into the status of industrial networks. Version 1.00 is designed for use with Softing’s hardware gateway “smartLink HW-DP”, which enables controller-independent access to PROFIBUS DP networks. Softing Industrial…
Streamlining automation with all-in-one control and visualization
By Linda Htay, IDEC Corporation When it comes to industrial automation applications, there has long been a degree of separation between “control” and “visualization” functions. Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) have evolved technologically over decades to perform distinct but closely related operational roles. A closer look reveals why this has been the…
Hyson announces expanded Toolmind product line
Hyson, a business of Barnes Group Inc., and a maker of nitrogen gas systems for metal forming operations, announces the expansion of its Toolmind Secure Remote Monitoring System product line — empowering customers with more capabilities to enhance stamping operation control and efficiency. Hyson’s zero-scrap policy ensures that every production cycle counts and Toolmind plays…
Mitsubishi launches high-performance teach pendant for improved operability
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc.’s new R86T6 Teach Pendant evolved from the conventional, high-performance teach pendant to deliver customizable and intuitive functions to OEMs and end users. The R86TB is designed with a 10.1-in. high-definition display so that any function can be easily visible and accessed from the customizable HOME screen or page list. Functions of…
IDEC 7-in. combined PLC+HMI increases display size and I/O options
IDEC Corporation has expanded its SmartAXIS touch family with the new FT2J Series combined PLC+HMI. A compact all-in-one form factor combines built-in full-function controller features and functions, both onboard and expandable I/O, and an advanced technology 7” touchscreen display, providing many advantages for a wide variety of industries. Compact, simple, and streamlined An all-in-one PLC+HMI…
Pepperl+Fuchs VisuNet FLX HMI series now offers extended temperature range
Pepperl+Fuchs is expanding the VisuNet FLX HMI series with a new option, making it even more flexible. The series offers various HMI systems for a wide range of applications and installation requirements in ATEX/IECEx Zone 2/22, NEC 500 Div. 2, and non-Ex areas. The modular “one-size-fits-all” design allows for the precise HMI solution configuration and…
Feeding time: HMIs and PLCs help in grain blending application
By Ethan Taylor, Taylor Controls When a grain blending company realized it was time to upgrade its aging controls originally developed in-house, it looked for just the right combination of PLC and HMI automation to advance its capabilities. The grain production company batches and blends ingredients to produce various livestock feed. Over the years, the…
HMS Networks Partners with Minitab to Empower Faster Data-Driven Decisions
HMS Networks, a market-leading provider of solutions in industrial information and communication technology, announced its technology partnership with Minitab LLC, the market leader in data analysis, predictive analytics, and process improvement. For more than 50 years, Minitab has helped organizations spot trends, solve problems, and discover valuable insights in their data with its comprehensive, easy-to-use,…
Hybrid HMI with Control – HMI and PLC all-in-one
Pro-face announces the STC6000 HMI plus Control series, an unmatched, space-saving and engineering efficient HMI with built-in PLC functionality. The STC6000 series highlights a 5.7-in. display, featuring a high-resolution touch screen and customizable graphical interfaces. This unit is also equipped with a range of connectivity options, such as Ethernet, USB, CANopen, serial, DIO, and EXM/TM3…
NEW STC6000 HMI plus Control from Pro-Face
Pro-face announces the NEW STC6000 series of HMI plus control products. This 5.7″ HMI combines PLC functionality integrated with an HMI to create a cost effective, high value machine interface solution. Reduce Machine costs while Increasing performance Reduce component count Eliminate PLC/custom controls Cut remote maintenance costs Eliminate multiple software packages and support Contact a…
Automating labeling, scanning, and PET bottle-making functions
One of the most common forms of labeling in the packaging industry involves affixing self-adhesive branding and designation stickers to discrete end units off a spool off said stickers. Though the applications for food and beverage products are most visible, this type of labeling is used in the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, electronics, and home goods industries…
Digital field of vision solutions for mobile machines
Tailor-made solutions for field of vision enhancement are an important component of modern machines. Strict standards apply to the robustness and image quality as well as integration and handling. In light of this, HYDAC is expanding its existing product portfolio to include digital Ethernet cameras from the HVT 1000 product range for the off-highway market. Due to the way that they are structured, vehicles and mobile…
Incorporating consumer tablet tech into industrial-grade equipment
A new device provides an ergonomic and secure way for designers to harness the networking and operator interface capabilities of modern tablets when used with industrial equipment requiring safety provisions. By Luiz Shida, IDEC Corporation Dedicated human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and PCs, whether installed in a panel or a control room, have played an important role…
New HDMI feature from Red Lion
Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empowers industrial organizations to access, connect and visualize their data, introduces FlexEdge® Intelligent Edge Automation Platform with HDMI. As industries around the world digitalize their operation, the need to securely access and visualize data to power their performance in real time is crucial. FlexEdge with HDMI, powered…
C-more CM5 HMIs from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added the next generation of the popular C-more HMI product line. The CM5 HMI series offers lower-cost, high-performance HMIs in sizes from 4 inches to an impressive 22 inches. These HMIs have an amazing 1.6 GHz processor in the larger units (10” and above), 43 Mbytes of memory, and provide much better trending,…
Reliable, easy to set-up, entry level HMI
Pro-face announces the ET6000 Entry Level Series, a line of cost-effective industrial touchscreen interfaces. These HMIs are designed to provide functionality for applications that require basic control and monitoring capabilities. The ET6000 series includes display sizes 7 in. and 10 in., both featuring high-resolution touch screens and customizable graphical interfaces. They are also equipped with…
New IDEC Safety Commander improves HMI tablet usability for industrial and safety applications
IDEC Corporation has developed the new HT4P Safety Commander, building on the success of the HT3P by incorporating end-user feature requests for additional networking and operator interface functionality. The HT4P Safety Commander is an ergonomic device enabling users to securely hold and protect a human-machine interface (HMI) tablet while providing power, networking, and hardwired emergency…
ROLEC’s advanced HMI enclosures for machine control equipment
ROLEC’s advanced HMI enclosures now include multiPANEL, profiPANEL, and profiPANEL STANDARD — giving industrial electronics designers more choices. Elegant multiPANEL is best suited to small-volume applications requiring advanced functionality and cutting-edge aesthetics. Versatile profiPANEL is for higher-volume applications, notably machine building. Both models enable virtually borderless, flush-fit installation of a front plate or glass. They…
Emerson at MD&M West 2023- assembly, cleaning, and fluid-control solutions
The products and technologies on display highlight Emerson’s deep understanding of the needs of medical device manufacturers, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy, reliability, and purity in manufacturing and full compliance with Medical Device Regulations (MDR). The ASCO fluid-control portfolio is uniquely designed to address the speed, specificity, and exceptional quality demanded by leaders in…
Emerson’s new display differentiates OEM systems, improves user operations
Machine builders in any industrial application can now use Emerson’s PACSystems RXi HMI, a next-generation machine visualization solution designed to help set their systems apart for customers. The new system easily helps users overcome the limitations of lower budgets, fewer people, and higher productivity demands. This highly intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) addresses the needs of…
Emerson’s new edge solutions simplify advanced IIoT applications
Emerson has announced PACSystems Edge Solutions, a new portfolio of turnkey industrial edge hardware and software solutions. Edge Solutions simplify selection and deployment, helping original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), systems integrators, and end users significantly reduce the time spent integrating, developing, and validating digital transformation projects. From low footprint connectivity and computing to plantwide analytics and…
Bluetooth-enabled digital readout
Offering machinists a pioneering way to a new Bluetooth-enabled digital readout, HEIDENHAIN presents the highly anticipated ACU-RITE-brand droPWR. This new droPWR is a first-of-its-kind system to enable an iPad tablet to become a digital readout (DRO), doing everything an ACU-RITE DRO can except without cables between tablet and machine tool! The droPWR will first be…