There was a time when the PLC was the only viable option for control in industrial automation applications. Today engineers have more choice in the form of industrial PCs, soft PLCs and panel PCs offering similar functionality of the PLC/HMI combination. Engineers could even build their own custom controller around a Raspberry Pi board. […]
Magelis GTU uses snap-on display screens The innovative design of Magelis GTU uses snap-on display screens giving OEMs the opportunity to create HMIs of their choice by selecting their preferred combination of panel box and display screen. Should the screen later become damaged, or a larger size be needed, the existing panel […]
Schneider OptiM2M remote access adds value. As an integral part of the Internet of Things (IoT), machine to machine communications [M2M] brings considerable benefits to industry and business across a wide range of applications for the transfer of data, and for the local and remote control and monitoring of industrial automation applications. Machinery […]
Secure connectivity enables safe sharing of access and exchange of sensitive data, as well as faster and more accurate response to key operational issues. The new service will provide fast and responsive customer service throughout the life cycle of equipment installed in remote locations, and help OEMs offer new services to their […]
Schneider Electric offers two new applications to enable Magelis HMI users easy remote access via smart devices, such as an iPhone, android phone or iOS tablets. The Vijeo Design’Air app allows users to mirror the HMI system on their smart device with option of full control or read-only modes. The Vijeo Design’Air Plus app gives […]