HMIs/SCADA/operator interfaces

HMI with advanced monitoring functions 19/02/2013
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced new monitoring functions for its GOT1000 series of HMIs, providing a single environment for monitoring PLCs, motion controllers, CNCs, robot controllers, intelligent input modules and I/O cards. Full Story...

Pulse SCADA/HMI version 2.0 launched 08/01/2013
AFCON Software and Electronics Division has released Pulse SCADA/HMI Version 2.0, its latest software application generator, which incorporates .NET Application Framework technology with client-server architecture to optimise the development of industrial, building, and security SCADA/HMI applications. Full Story...

Data logging functionality provides complete traceability on HMI’s 02/01/2013
Mitsubishi Electric GOT1000 series HMIs are now able to offer enhanced data logging capabilities, enabling data to be logged from remotely connected devices such as PLCs, inverters, servos and temperature controllers. Full Story...

Feature rich HMI series 16/10/2012
Omron has introduced a new HMI series which is said to offer increased functionality and usability for small and medium sized machines. Full Story...

Frequency/pulse panel meter 12/09/2012
Status Instruments has launched DM4500F, a new frequency/pulse count meter that accepts various types of pulse and frequency sensors to display rate, totalise, flow, RPM and pulse count. Full Story...

Feature rich mid-range HMI 14/08/2012
The GT14, a new 5.7in HMI from Mitsubishi, is available in both monochrome and colour versions providing a screen resolution of 320x240 pixels and including a variety of features designed to offer increased flexibility and capability to control systems. Full Story...

Widescreen HMIs for hazardous areas 03/07/2012
R. STAHL has introduced a range of large-format widescreen HMIs which offer a future-proof solution to replace and upgrade existing 15in and 19in operating stations for hazardous areas. Full Story...

Legacy system upgraded to support future manufacture 17/01/2012
A batch control system at the Alloa glassworks in Scotland, owned by Owens of Illinois has been upgraded by Boulting Electrical Systems. Full Story...

IP65 rated graphics-capable HMI 03/01/2012
Jetter has introduced a graphics-capable HMI. The 4.3in TFT display of the new BTM 012 has been designed for use on vehicles and mobile machines that operate in harsh environments. Full Story...

Mobile SCADA increases staff efficiency in logistics operation by 15% and cuts support call costs by 60% 21/11/2011
SCHAD, the developer of the EXTEND7000 mobile SCADA system has implemented a mobile solution for BAUR, a German multichannel retailer. Full Story...

Utilities - securing the automation network 13/09/2011
CEE looks at how one utility company has ensured security of its SCADA control networks. Full Story...

An alternative to DCS or PLC/SCADA? 06/09/2011
Traditionally, users have had a choice between a DCS or a PLC/SCADA approach when selecting a control system for use in process control applications. Richard Sturt, Rockwell Automation business development manager, process Industries, believes that Rockwell can offer a solution for users needing elements of both of these approaches. Full Story...

Connecting and controlling in food processing 14/06/2011
To help improve productivity and quality control, many food and beverage operations are now integrating their myriad operations and making them conform to automation standards, says Hector Lin, Industrial Automation Group at Advantech Corporation. Full Story...

PC VUE monitors US wind farms 19/11/2010
One of the largest energy providers in North America has chosen PC VUE SCADA system to monitor it’s US-based wind farms which produce 3,600 megawatts of wind power over 35 independent power plants. Full Story...

Trends in HMI 10/08/2010
What are latest trends in HMI? And what should you look for or be aware of, when you browse the market in search for new HMI solutions? Full Story...