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Beckhoff Automation offers OPC UA integration in TwinCAT Scope software

April 30, 2019 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

Beckhoff Automation announces greater integration of OPC UA communication technology into TwinCAT Scope software. In the context of Industry 4.0 and big data applications, machine data acquisition via OPC UA and analytics tools are becoming increasingly important. The information must be presented in clearly and efficiently, and the machine control system also has to cover a wide range of other smart components. TwinCAT Scope software provides optimum support for integrated data acquisition across heterogeneous system environments. A standardized OPC UA communication channel enables this charting tool to analyze data from diverse sources such as TwinCAT controllers and third-party components.

TwinCAT 3 Scope consists of Scope View for the graphical display of signal curves and Scope Server for the actual data logging. The Scope Server can be installed on a target device for autonomous logging (without the View component if desired) or on the corresponding engineering system together with Scope View for remote logging. The latter solution offers the advantage that no additional software has to be installed on the target device. As a result, no updates to TwinCAT controllers are required, and devices without TwinCAT software do not require modification to display their data graphically in Scope View.

For logging measured signals, the Scope Server now not only features a TwinCAT-specific ADS channel, but it also offers support for another standardized communication channel in the form of an OPC UA client. The widespread use of OPC UA in automation technology enables TwinCAT Scope to acquire and display measured data in a vendor-independent way. OPC UA achieves this reliably and securely, especially if certificates are used.

The TwinCAT Target Browser, which is used to manage connected data sources in TwinCAT Engineering, has also been expanded with OPC UA support. It enables browsing in the namespaces of connected OPC UA servers. This feature can be used to select the desired variables for logging by the Scope Server with configuration options for certificate-protected access.

A TwinCAT 3 Engineering installation always includes a Scope View tool and a local Scope Server. Both software components are included free of charge in the basic version, which enables testing of the OPC UA communication. With a rich set of features including multi-core support, triggers, chart synchronization and numerous zoom functions, the tried and tested charting tool is now perfectly suited for an even larger group of users and even more diverse application scenarios with these newest communication enhancements.

For more information, visit www.beckhoffautomation.com.

New DRO with touch screen for machining applications from HEIDENHAIN

April 16, 2019 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

HEIDENHAIN’s new POSITIP 8016 digital readout (DRO) with touch screen is suited for manual machine tool applications. With its sturdy machined aluminum housing, this DRO promises to add reliability and ease-of-use to milling, drilling, boring and turning jobs.

The PT 8016 DRO has a multitude of functions including a taper calculator, bolt-hole pattern routine and tool radius compensator. This DRO also includes distance-to-go modes in both absolute and incremental and can control up to three NC analog, point-to-point axes and a spindle with the PT 8016 “ACTIVE Version”.

This new HEIDENHAIN PT 8016 DRO features a shop-hardened 12-in. color TFT touch screen for an IP65 front panel and an IP40 back panel. Users can plug-in up to six encoders – either 1 V-pp or 11 µA-pp incremental or absolute EnDat 2.2 pure serial. It has storage for up to 100 datums and 100 tool parameters, as well as the capability to create, store and execute programs.

The PT 8016 replaces HEIDENHAIN’s long-time workhorse the PT 880. It stands alongside the recently released ND 5023 and ND 7013 to round-out the new HEIDENHAIN family of digital readouts.

For more information, visit www.heidenhain.us.

Automation tools guide bin-picking workers to eliminate assembly problems

April 1, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

With Mitsubishi Electric’s guided operator solutions, bin-picking mistakes can be easily eliminated … and that in turn helps reduce waste, improve quality, and boost productivity.

By eliminating typical problems such as picking the wrong parts with a similar shape or name, picking and assembling parts out of sequence or just missing some part from a sequence, Mitsubishi Electric’s integrated guided operator solutions make workers’ hands faster and more reliable, resulting in appreciable improvements in efficiency for manufacturers.

Based on the Japanese principles of the Poka Yoke method of eliminating mistakes before they can occur, guided operator solutions form a versatile system that eliminates the need for parts lists or operator instructions … delivering faster assembly times, increased assembly quality, and reduced requirements for operator training.

Traditionally, workers must pick a number of different parts or products from bins in sequence. The chances of them doing this with 100% reliability, 100% of the time, is small. Significant time is used to search for the right part and validating the part number. Worst case (and all too common) any mistakes goes unnoticed until they’re up the production line … if indeed they’re noticed at all.

Mitsubishi Electric guided operator solutions ensure that none of this can happen by guiding the worker to the correct bin, possibly by lighting an indicator or by opening a shutter and needing acknowledgement of a successful pick. Thus, their picking becomes more reliable and mistake-free and also much faster, improving quality and productivity in the process.

Terminals install on pipe racking and connected via a dedicated cable that avoids the need for multiple cables to the main controller. Intuitive connectors enable fast installation of networks, while terminals can be quickly set up with an address writer using dedicated software. These can be successfully mapped to a controller.

The variety of terminals ensure that the solution is suitable for just about any application. Photoelectric sensors provide options for applications where high-speed picking is essential, or for more cost-sensitive applications, an array of push button and lever feedback actuators are available.

Where assembly tasks must fit into a wider operational environment, dedicated bridges connect stations over CC-Link and CC-Link IE networks to allow connectivity to multiple picking applications within a plant. High speed data communication enables synchronization of tasks and also allows assembly cells to be distributed according to the needs of the production site.

Central to the guided operator solutions are Mitsubishi Electric’s controllers with dedicated masters communicating with a network of terminals. By connecting other devices to the controller, such as bar code scanners, electric screwdriver or vision systems, guided operator solutions can be tuned to the exact needs of the operator. Mitsubishi Electric’s intuitive GOT HMIs can help achieve more enhancements and drive as well as robotic technology can be integrated into the manufacturing cell. Guided operator solutions offer a variety of terminal types, they range from a simple LED and push button device through to door operated terminals. Options for lever switch and photoelectric terminals are also available. For more information on eliminating mistakes and improving productivity, visit eu3a.mitsubishielectric.com.

With nearly 100 years of experience in providing reliable, high-quality products, Mitsubishi Electric Corp. (TOKYO: 6503) is a leader in the manufacture, marketing and sales of electrical and electronic equipment used in information processing and communications, space development and satellite communications, consumer electronics, industrial technology, energy, transportation and building equipment. Offering a vast range of automation and processing technologies, including controllers, drive products, power distribution and control products, electrical discharge machines, electron beam machines, laser processing machines, computerized numerical controllers, and industrial robots, Mitsubishi Electric helps bring higher productivity -and quality- to the factory floor. In addition, the extensive service networks around the globe provide direct communication and comprehensive support to customers. For more information, visit mitsubishielectric.com/fa.

New handheld GOT 2000 HMIs from Mitsubishi Electric Automation for a portable interface

April 1, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Making it easier than ever for machine operators and maintenance personnel to monitor and control machine components, Mitsubishi Electric Automation introduces handheld models for its GOT2000 Series, a human machine interface (HMI) that optimizes operator control and monitoring of device and line status. The GT25 Handy GOT — a portable interface offered in both 5.7-in. and 6.5-in. models — connects to industrial automation devices, including programmable logic controllers (PLC), variable frequency drives, servos, and temperature controllers.

The handheld HMI displays information on a high-resolution VGA touchscreen and allows operators to easily carry it with one hand. While its compact design allows operators to work wherever they can best observe physical machine changes, the GT25 Handy GOT provides powerful functionality.

“Freedom of movement allows users to take the HMI around the machine and make changes or monitor status from a convenient location, which is a huge benefit for maintenance personnel and machine operators in a variety of industries, especially automotive,” said Lee Cheung, product marketing engineer of Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.

“The GT25 Handy GOT is an external connection interface, so it can be easily connected or removed as needed.” The GT25 Handy GOT can be used in any application that involves local setup, operation, monitoring and maintenance of system components from a graphical interface in which mobility is required. It can also be used as a teach pendant for robots. Multiple safety and security measures, such as an emergency stop switch and an enable switch keep the operator safe in case of emergency.

Additional information on the GT25 Handy GOT is available at this deep link on us.mitsubishielectric.com.

Headquartered in Vernon Hills, Ill., Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., offers a wide range of factory automation products, solutions, training and support services for the industrial and commercial sectors. A U.S. affiliate company of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Automation represents more than 75 years’ experience in the automation industry. A broad product portfolio includes programmable automation controllers (PAC), programmable logic controllers (PLC), human machine interfaces (HMI), variable frequency drives (VFD), servo amplifiers and motors, control software, computerized numerical controllers (CNC), motion controllers, robots, and low-voltage power distribution products.

New multi-touch control panel HMI for challenging installations

March 8, 2019 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

ABB’s new control panel portfolio expands upon the current CP600 platform to provide premium HMI for high-end applications and challenging installations. The new CP600-Pro ensures reliable operation within a wide environmental temperature range of -4 through 140 °F, and features a true glass touch-screen for clear information display and easy operation. Strong aluminum front frames ensure IP66 protection, and the all black front design is a good match for multiple applications either in landscape or portrait format.

Available in 5, 7, 10.1, 15.6 and 21.5 in. screen sizes, the panels provide comprehensive HMI functions with multi-touch operation. Three Ethernet interfaces, one with 10/100/1000 Mbit, support up to three networks. With an OPC UA server and client protocol, the CP600-Pro is well prepared for TSN connectivity. A serial port simplifies integration of products without network interfaces, and USB ports and SD cards facilitate backups and system updates.

Like the other control panels in the CP600 platform, the CP600-Pro is fully compatible with ABB’s AC500 and AC500-eCo PLCs, and includes all standard HMI functions such as alarm management, schedulers, recipes, trends, data acquisition, gateway function and user management.

The CP600-Pro can be configured and programmed with Panel Builder 600, which allows the easy creation of graphical HMI pages. This powerful programming tool offers numerous configuration options, which can be complemented by JavaScript for the easy design of tailor-made user interfaces. It includes libraries of ready-to-use vector graphics and a rich set of widgets so that applications can be designed efficiently.

The programming tool features an HMI simulator ensuring efficient set up either offline or online. HTML5 pages enable easy remote access to HMI applications via smartphone or other mobile devices.

For more information, visit https://new.abb.com/.

HMI simplifies setup of robot-assisted automation for one integrator

November 12, 2018 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Integrator Inovatech Automation recently decided they were spending too much time programming expensive HMI and PLC platforms, so contacted Pro-Face America for help.

The integrator needed an HMI capable of universal robot and I/O-Link integration, legal for Inovatech Automation branding, and easy to program.

“I was apprehensive at first because we have a lot of projects going … so timing is short,” said Inovatech director of operations Travis Buset. “More specifically, I had concerns about learning something on the fly — and feared the onboarding experience and programming were going double our time investment.”

Pro-Face America supplied its LT4000M HMI plus Control unit. This hardware reduces costs by eliminating the need for an external PLC. In addition, for Inovatech Automation the LT4000M halved engineering time for configuration; offered easy integration to a Universal robot and IO-Link network; and was delivered with a custom overlay for machine-branding purposes.

Inovatech uses Pro-Face America’s LT4000M HMI plus Control unit on its modular automation station.

Trimming the time for setup was the most important benefit, though.

“Another platform needed two different pieces of software. In contrast, Pro-Face uses one software with drag-and-drop functionality. What once took me 32 to 40 hours to program now takes eight hours on the Pro-Face.” In fact, Buset had one programmed in eight hours his first time trying.

“This a powerful unit and well worth its cost for the level of configuration it allows.” Inovatech estimates it’s now operating 75% more efficiently than before.

Beckhoff touch panels with 10.1-in. widescreen displays

March 16, 2018 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

Beckhoff Automation has announced the release of the CP6x00 Control Panels and Panel PCs with 10.1-in. widescreen displays. The expanded line of entry-level panels from Beckhoff, first launched with 7-in. displays, has been expanded by three new cabinet-mounted devices, each with a 10.1-in. widescreen display. PC-based control technology in the cost-sensitive, lower to middle performance range can now be scaled even more precisely in line with individual application requirements.

The new widescreen variants have a Thin Film Transistor (TFT) touch display with a resolution of 1024 x 600 WSVGA, which paves the way for comprehensive operator interface and visualization options. Added to this is superior display quality with 16.7 million available colors on the 10.1-inch diagonal screen. The latest additions to the entry-level class from Beckhoff include two fanless Panel PCs and a purely passive Control Panel. These devices permit the cost-effective implementation of control and visualization tasks for small and medium-sized machines, production systems and buildings.

The three new widescreen TFT touch Panel PCs from Beckhoff are:
˗ CP6600 Panel PC with 1 GHz ARM Cortex A8 CPU and 1 GB DDR3 RAM memory
˗ CP6700 Panel PC with Intel Atom processor (up to 1.91 GHz, four cores) and 2 GB DDR3L RAM (optionally extended up to 8 GB)
˗ CP6900 Control Panel with DVI/USB Extended technology for operation at a distance of up to 50 m from the Industrial PC or Embedded PC

Equipped with a robust metal housing consisting of an aluminum front bezel and a sheet steel rear cover, the panels offer higher quality and durability than the plastic panels typically offered in the low-cost, entry-level segment. In addition, the high-quality materials and a rounded front bezel lend a modern and appealing look to the panels, which can be used in the most diverse production and building environments at operating temperatures from 0 to 55 °C.

Beckhoff
www.beckhoff.com

Connectivity and IoT expand control design functionality (a Motion Trends report)

March 5, 2018 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

A recent survey of industry experts had many underscore that connectivity in manufacturing is nothing new … bu there are significant new developments in IIoT.

MEET THE CONNECTIVITY and IoT EXPERTS …

O’Connor of Aerotech

O’Connor • Aerotech: Connectivity in manufacturing is not a new idea — it’s been around for decades — but what is new in IIoT is the volume and type of equipment (and devices) on the market that now offer connectivity. For an extreme example, there are now smart toilet-paper roll holders that let one know (from a mobile device) that one needs to change the roll. Products like this didn’t exist a decade ago.

The proliferation of low-cost sensors and communication devices gives engineers (and hobbyists) easily accessible devices to integrate into their products.

Kawaller • ISL Products: IIoT provides opportunities for new devices that may or may not require electromechanical functions to complete a task (and provide data to a client or system) … of course, motors we design and supply work in systems that support IIoT.

Messerer of HELUKABEL

Messerer • HELUKABEL: Electronic components are clearly gathering and using more data than ever … and cables are passive components on machinery that support all this active equipment (such as electronic sensors or Ethernet cables with protocols to sense component failures). Here, if the system reaches a critical sum of failures, spare-part orders from a purchasing system might automatically execute to avoid downtime.

Leveraging the connectivity of consumer phones and tablets (and user familiarity with them) is a common refrain.

O’Connor • Aerotech: IIoT is a hot area. In our everyday lives, we expect devices to connect and just work. We carry those habits to our jobs. Manufacturing plants and the teams that run them expect systems to connect and work together. That means motion systems are becoming smarter as well as more connected … which is why we currently have designs in the field as well as designs in development that simplify connectivity and improve intelligence of automation and motion-control systems.

Rojas of WEINTEK

Rojas • WEINTEK USA: We believe HMIs should access all machine information — and communicate with different brands of controllers or I/O systems; gather valuable information; and send that data to cloud storage for real-time analysis. We think the HMI will come to be the IIoT gateway for all machines … and that HMIs will be the “spokesman” of every machine — to help machines “talk” with controller networks and the Internet.

cMT Viewer is free remote-control (and viewer) software for Weintek cMT series HMIs. With careful engineering, users can get real-time information even on an unstable WiFi network. The software runs natively on mobile devices, so machine operators can use off-the-shelf phones and tablets (including iOS and Android products) to control up to 50 cMT machines.

But it’s not just HMIs that incorporate connectivity features for support of IoT — though they certainly continue to lead in this arena.

Kawaller of ISL Products Intl. Ltd.

When asked about increasingly networked manufacturing, some cited motor products and servo drives that integrate with control systems for IoT functions as well.

Kawaller • ISL Products: Electromechanical devices with networking capabilities are emerging rapidly where functions are performed, and data is captured for analysis — yielding everything from buying trends to demographic information to restocking alerts and other relevant marketing data.

Zumbusch • Eaton Hydraulics: IoT has changed the landscape tremendously, particularly over the last few years. This has allowed products with onboard intelligence (such as our AxisPro valves) to interpret upstream fluid signatures and communicate critical information … including machine performance and prognostics for maintenance of large and complex systems.

As IIoT continues to expand, we’ve seen a steady increase in needing to address both hydraulic as well as electric machines’ performance … such as variable speed electric drives coupled with variable displacement pumps to provide faster response times while still reducing energy use.

Ocampo • Bosch Rexroth: One example of motion-component IoT functionality is the drive-based software called Productivity Agent, which supports predictive maintenance and local data processing in real time while boosting machine availability and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Feketa • LinMot USA: On the topic of IoT, servo drives with connectivity allow access to (and recording of) drive vitals … and that’s helpful because more OEMs and design engineers now want data collected by servo drives to include specific data points — especially those important to operations. Plus engineers want real-time communication of this data to PLCs — where they can access and interpret the data. Real-time data flow allows faster decision making and is especially important for predictive maintenance. On a related note, we also see servo drives including more safety features — including safe-torque-off and safe speed settings. Safety is a core concentration, and we predict industry will soon see far more products that integrate safety.

Zumbusch of Eaton Hydraulics

Zumbusch • Eaton Hydraulics: One of the most powerful outcomes of IoT has been the increase in component intelligence. These devices now offer myriad customized features for specific applications through the use of software. As machines identify new needs, over-the-air programing can update the software and add new system features that end users may decide to adopt. IoT functions even address motion-control issues such as oscillation and stability problems on the fly (even as machines are modified and systems change).

Others also stress the usefulness of software tools to boost productivity and (in some cases) even get automation information to enterprise-level functions.

Rojas • WEINTEK USA: EasyBuilder Pro (programming software for our HMIs) offers native client support of the OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) machine-to-machine communications protocol. That helps users save time because it makes browsing PLC data structures easy. Native MQTT and AWS IoT support also reduces the time needed to setup secure telemetry servers and environments. An encrypted connection to the user’s own AWS IoT service allows gathering of machine information.

Some motion-component manufacturers cite in-house experience with their own software for implementation of IIoT as valuable in understanding OEM engineers’ own IIoT projects and challenges.

Ocampo • Bosch Rexroth: More than 250 Bosch plants worldwide have implemented IIoT lines or projects. One Bethlehem, Pa. plant completed implementation of a smart multiproduct line (MPL) for hydraulic valves in 2017 with numerous Rexroth IIoT technologies. The MPL can output more than 30,000 product variants — switching on the fly from one valve type to another. One online tool supporting communications for IoT setup is Improvidus software, which lets engineers analyze OEE data before implementing IIoT in their factories. Improvidus is a Rexroth IIoT (I4.0) online consulting tool for OEE analysis. The partially free tool gives design engineers access to I4.0 experts with a subscription.

In fact, the term “smart” is often shorthand for IIoT functions — as in the name for Weintek’s cMT-G01 smart communication gateway explained below — or in reference to connectors.

Kojak of HARTING

Kojak • HARTING: Han connectors are the first to integrate “smart” functionalities … and are compatible with the Han-Modular series, so are a safe choice for IIoT applications. Currently, there are three smart Han modules: One is a Current Surge Protection Module (to protect sensitive electronics from over-current conditions) and another is an ID Module (which stores information that might be serial identification or a BOM of all modules in a connector). Where the latter is installed in an inaccessible place, it can be interrogated via a CAN interface to feed information out.

In short, we design products that enable IIoT connectivity … and soon, we’ll be releasing modules and setups with even more functionality — including power measurement and analog-to-digital conversion.

Gateways are core to many basic IoT functions — including the management of cross-platform communications and access to HMIs (and PLCs) from remote locations.

Rojas • WEINTEK USA: EasyAccess 2.0 (our remote assistance and control software) helps engineers save time and money … as when a machine triggers an alarm, the software sends a push notification to mobile devices. A pass-through function even lets users control or program PLCs via an HMI or IIoT gateway … and setup the system to get detailed permission control through a Domain-User architecture.

Ocampo • Bosch Rexroth: IIoT is inspiring new product development — as our IoT Gateway to connect legacy machine infrastructure to IoT-based systems, for example. This IoT Gateway connects PLC and sensor hardware with cloud and data-processing systems for simple implementation of local dashboards, data processing, and data streaming to Cloud services (such as Bosch Cloud, Microsoft Azure, or Oracle). Product functions and tools are based on an open and distributed control architecture.

In addition, a Data Analytics Server supports data analysis and monitoring for new and existing machines. Real-time data can be saved, evaluated, and visualized close to the machine. Plus users can quickly setup predictive maintenance and other IIoT (I4.0) uses based on machine learning.

On the topic of increasingly networked manufacturing, some primarily view higher connectivity as a way of improving the overall lifecycle of machines.

Rojas • WEINTEK USA: IoT is more about industry and helping operational technology (OT) adopt technologies from IT. After all, aggregation and statistical tools can support OT tasks … and data sent and collected can inform ideas for next-generation machines. Such data can also help day-to-day machine use — to maximize workflow and machine efficiency, and optimize user experience.

NEXT PAGE for IoT in motion machinery →

MEET THE CONNECTIVITY and IoT EXPERTS

Horst Messerer — Data, network, and bus technology sales manager at HELUKABEL

Steve Zumbusch — Director of technology development at Eaton’s Hydraulics business

Brian O’Connor — Director of product and market development at Aerotech

Ken Kawaller — President of ISL Products Intl. Ltd.

Mark Kojak — V.P. of product management and business development in the Americas at Harting Inc.

Steven Feketa — Regional sales engineer for LinMot USA Inc.

Oscar Rojas — Senior software engineer at WEINTEK USA

Joaquin Ocampo — Product manager of motors and drives at Bosch Rexroth

Illustrations ⚙ of IoT in motion machinery →

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Control software from ACS Motion Control reduces development time

February 6, 2018 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

ACS Motion Control has launched a new version of its SPiiPlus Application Development Kit (ADK) Suite motion control software with new simulation and motion machine interface (MMI) tools. The SPiiPlus ADK Suite Version 2.50 provides enhanced diagnostics capabilities to minimize setup, tuning and programming time for motion control applications. With updated ACSPL+ functions, variables and commands, Version 2.50 enables the implementation of both highly complex motion-time-event sequences with accurate positioning and timing, and simpler tasks such as point-to-point control.

ACS’ simulator tool models an ideal closed-loop servo system, letting users develop the logic part of complex multi-axis controller programs in a PC environment without motion control hardware, reducing time-to-market. The motion simulator allows for simultaneous application development by multiple users, full simulation of all fault conditions, debug, and significantly reduces project development time.

The MMI functionality provides program and motion management, configuration, system analysis, servo tuning, programming, parameter viewing, I/O monitoring, and safety tools.

Additional new features include JIT and dynamic buffer execution, blended segmented motion, bitwise mapping of EtherCAT variables, and more. The SPiiPlus ADK Suite version 2.50 now also includes the ACS Knowledge Center within the SPiiPlusMMI Application Studio and as a standalone application available as a separate download. It also supports all ACS motion control products and the newly released models: LCM EtherCAT Laser Control Module and MP4U modular eight-axis Universal Drive Module,

The SPiiPlus ADK Suite Version 2.50 is available for download at SPiiPlus ADK Suite Download (for registered customers).

For more information, visit www.acsmotioncontrol.com.

Scalable graphic terminals help increase productivity in smaller applications

January 12, 2018 By Paul Heney Leave a Comment

Machine and equipment builders are already using tight integration between the HMI and controller to help increase productivity in large applications. With the new Allen-Bradley PanelView 5310 family of graphic terminals, they can now bring these integration benefits to smaller applications.

The PanelView 5310 graphic terminals deliver the same usability benefits and enhanced integration with Logix 5000 controllers as the PanelView 5500 terminals. But the new terminals are specifically designed for applications of up to 50 HMI screens. The terminals are available in 7-inch, 9-inch and 12-inch display sizes. A 6-inch display option will be available in 2018.

“Engineers can use the PanelView 5310 family to scale a tightly integrated automation system down to smaller applications,” said Mike Moriarty, product manager, Rockwell Automation. “This can help make design, operations and maintenance tasks more efficient. For example, engineers can now reuse controller alarms without creating HMI tags, which can help them reduce configuration time.”

Companies can also use the enhanced integration to create high-speed jog buttons in place of cumbersome hardwired buttons. These auto-diagnosing buttons can interact with the controller at I/O speeds to help reduce downtime and improve productivity.

Other productivity benefits of the PanelView 5310 graphic terminals include the following:

The intuitive Rockwell Software Studio 5000 design environment allows users to create reusable faceplates, screens and custom graphics to help reduce development time. These objects seamlessly integrate with Logix add-on instructions and different user-defined data types.

Emulation capabilities allow engineers to test run projects in the development environment. This can help them make changes without using the PanelView 5000 hardware or disrupting production.

VNC connectivity allows operators to remotely monitor operations via a smartphone, tablet or personal computer. Historical-trending and data-logging features also allow operators to easily troubleshoot issues directly on the panel.

Engineers can load projects onto the PanelView 5310 graphic terminals directly from removable media to more quickly recover information and make project updates without needing to use the Studio 5000 View Designer application.

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