Combined PLC and touch screen HMI in IMO i3 integrated module

  The i3  integrated PLC and HMI from IMO Precision Controls combines the functionality of a PLC with a powerful, intelligent colour touch screen HMI.  The i3 is a robust, reliable control product that combines a traditional controller, programmed in ladder logic, an operator interface, I/O and networking into an integrated, all-in-one unit using a single […]

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The versatile RX inverter drive from OMRON

    The RX is an advanced series of inverter drives for motors from 0.4 to 132kW.  Omron understands that many sites contain variable speed drives from a number of suppliers so in designing the RX Series, in addition to performance, ease of use was prioritised to help reduce the number of overall steps required […]

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Introduction to Schneider Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)

Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) provide a control and visualisation interface between a human and a process, machine, application or appliance. They allow us to control, monitor, diagnose and manage our applications.  The Magelis HMI Series from Schneider Electric ranges from basic text/simple displays machines 15″ touchscreen versions.   The Schneider Electric website provides a useful […]

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Where can I get a GSD file for my inverter?

Firstly what is a GSD file?   A GSD file is used to identify the basic operational characteristics of a PROFIBUS device, to aid interoperability and interchangeability. It makes it possible to have manufacturer-independent configuration tools. Typically, a GSD file includes vendor information, baudrates, timing information, the options or features supported and the available I/O […]

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