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Industrial I/O pad goes wireless

A wireless I/O pad simplifies the process of transmitting and receiving data via a central control system for complex automated applications in factories.

News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (20 July 2006)

Weight controller outperforms PLCs

Much more than just a basic weight indicator, the 920i HMI/controller offers a number of advantages over PLCs currently in use across many automated industries.

News from Applied Weighing International (14 June 2006)

You can judge a machine by its colour

 Technical background article   Dave Sutton of Telemecanique argues that the quality of an HMI can change the user's perception of any machine.

News from Schneider Electric ( 8 June 2006)

Upgrade brings nuclear power HMIs up to date

 User application article   Invensys Eurotherm has successfully upgraded an obsolete DEC VAX based HMI platform at a nuclear power station belonging to the British Nuclear Group.

News from Invensys ( 2 June 2006)

HMIs offer hygienic alternative

Using clean and hygienic visualisation devices is extremely important in all areas of the bottling, food, and luxury article industries as well as for pharmaceutical packaging machines.

News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp (19 May 2006)

Extra control for fighting fires

 User application article   System controls the stabiliser feet on fire fighting vehicles and controls the extension of the platform to provide increased safety in situations where every second counts.  Brochure available  

News from Sensor-Technik UK (27 April 2006)

Industrial LCD monitor slims for HMI duties

The Axiomtek Panel6173 is an ultraslim industrial LCD monitor with a 17in high-brightness SXGA LCD display and support for multi-signal input.

News from Impulse (27 April 2006)

HMI software takes advantage of improved security

Windows-based Scada and HMI software supports Microsoft's recently launched SQL Server 2005, letting users take advantage of the enhanced security and improved availability provided.

News from Copa-Data (13 April 2006)

Web-based HMIs: an emerging trend?

 Technical background article   A new breed of web-based HMI system is starting to appear on plant floors and in manufacturing enterprises, says Steven A Hechtman, President of Calmetrics Company.

News from Calmetrics Company (13 April 2006)

HMI trial software available

Trial version of software on a demonstration CD allows access to many of the features of the full version for programming HMI range.

News from Pro-face UK (12 April 2006)

Development environment updated

Development tool suite supports recent enhancements to DDL and forms a set of integrated software tools for efficient development, testing and maintenance of enhanced DDs.

News from Hart Communication Foundation ( 7 April 2006)

Software is universal affordable control platform

 User application article   The Model 9352 orientation and applicating and multi-packaging system is controlled by InteractX, a software suite developed by CTC Parker specifically for high speed machine control.

News from AJM Automation (30 March 2006)

Choice of interfaces for compact panel computers

Compact panel computers come as standard with 30.7cm flat panel XGA LCDs (1024 x 768 pixels) and resistive touchscreens.

News from Pro-face UK (30 March 2006)

Custom HMIs add design edge

B and R offers the development of customised display fronts with low minimum order quantities.

News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp (13 March 2006)

DNP gateway opens communications

Distributed network protocol gateway added to Scada system to provide open communications over a wide geographical area.

News from COPA-Data (27 February 2006)

Operator interface shines forth

The versatile Mercury2e operator interface terminal is now available with a backlit display.

News from Mercury IMC (27 January 2006)

TFT-based HMI promises a bright future

A new TFT-based 8in touchscreen HMI lists for $100 less than its DSTN-based predecessor.

News from Maple Systems - Euro Reps (20 January 2006)

Custom displays provide easy-to-use interfaces

A custom assembled display using the Idec SLC30 system can meet the requirement for a control panel, factory automation system or alarm annunciator.

News from Idec Electronics (19 January 2006)

CANbus HMI is at home on the farm

 User application article   A standard Graf model AT3 CANbus HMI is playing an important role in agricultural equipment.  Brochure available  

News from Sensor-Technik UK (10 January 2006)

Windows preinstalled on hard disks

Pro-Face introduces hard disks with Windows XP Multilanguage preinstalled for the PS370x and PS-2000B industrial PCs.

News from Pro-face UK (19 December 2005)

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