HMIs and Operator Interfaces
Hannover Messe: Festo robotics, valves, motion control, software
Festo debuted products, presented growth at the 2011 Hannover Fair, including robotics pneumatic valves, motion control, and software to help automation design. » more
Extensions drive up to 16 remote displays from one PC
Matrox Graphics’ software release provides multi-display desktop configurations, utilities, enhanced Microsoft Windows operating systems support on second generation of Extio KVM extenders. » more
Push buttons reduce maintenance, downtime costs
Rockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley 800B 16 mm Push Buttons feature LED pilot lights to indicate when a motor is in operation, reducing maintenance and downtime costs. » more
Safety system providers join efforts
Invensys Operations Management signs technology partnership with ACM Automation Inc., to become the exclusive provider of its safety-related decision-support software in manufacturing and... » more
Top Control Engineering articles, March 2011
Most visited Control Engineering articles during March 2011 included 9 tips for better industrial SCADA communications, help for DCS operating displays designs, alarm rationalization, and cataloging... » more
HMI operator panel uses CANopen interface
IP65-rated operator panel from Baldor Electric suited for intelligent drives and multi-axis controllers » more
Automation integration and configuration platform supports software and hardware platforms
B&R’s Automation Studio assists with efficient software code generation, smart device integration, and safety. » more
Exoskeletal arm support system aims to assist industrial motion
Equipois’ x-Ar is an exoskeletal arm support system to aid in manual tasks that require workers to outstretch arms by mirroring human motion rather than replace it. » more
Autodesk 2012 Manufacturing Software Portfolio
Autodesk Product Design Suite Offers Digital Prototyping in Convenient, Cost Effective Package. » more
Simulation platform for flare and relief networks
SimSci-Esscor Visual Flow 5.4 from Invensys Operations Management provides greater simulation capabilities and enhanced integration with other applications. » more
Crane automation systems selected for new port in Abu Dhabi
TMEIC GE will automate 30 Konecranes automated stacking cranes for a new port in Khalifa, Abu Dhabi, UAE with an initial capacity of 2 million TEU. » more
EDDL standard: Support for latest enhancements
Electronic Device Description Language standard for integrating intelligent devices with automation systems receives support from HART Communication Foundation (HCF). » more
Panel PC Workstations built for industrial grade needs
Stealth Computer features a line of rugged, industrial grade panel PC workstations; available in multiple sizes, powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor » more
Online cross-reference guides provide power solutions backlighting OEM LCD panels
Endicott has updated its online cross-reference guides to make finding the proper inverter, driver solution for backlit LCD panels » more
Top Control Engineering articles, February 2011
Most visited Control Engineering articles during February 2011 included “world’s fastest” PLC, advanced control at a steel mill, 2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards, help with engineering contracts,... » more
Panels as powerful as an industrial PC
New generation of Power Panels from B&R Automation handles applications that used to require full industrial PCs. » more
7 steps to maximize central plant efficiency; get savings up to 60%
Central plant optimization is a process with seven key steps, and when implemented holistically, central plant optimization can deliver sustained energy savings of up to 60%, according to a Johnson... » more
2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards - Spotlight on Innovation
Cover story: Best automation, control, and instrumentation products in 30 categories. » more
Robotic Innovation in entertainment and retail sectors
Collaboration with Bon Jovi RoboScreen mastermind to accelerate the development of robotic systems for entertainment and in-store advertising. » more
Integrated user interface for machine tools
Siemens’ Sinumerik Operate integrates HMI-advanced, ShopMill, ShopTurn in one user interface for machine tools. » more
Task force for operator environments
CAN in Automation (CiA) has established the CANopen Task Force for operator environments, such as driver and operator seats, including how an interface hides the sub-layered devices including... » more
CAN in Automation (CiA) has established the CANopen Task Force for operator environments, such as driver and operator seats, including how an interface hides the sub-layered devices including... » more
Hannover Messe: Festo robotics, valves, motion control, softwareFesto debuted products, presented growth at the 2011 Hannover Fair, including robotics pneumatic valves, motion control, and software to help automation design. » more
Extensions drive up to 16 remote displays from one PCMatrox Graphics’ software release provides multi-display desktop configurations, utilities, enhanced Microsoft Windows operating systems support on second generation of Extio KVM extenders. » more
Push buttons reduce maintenance, downtime costsRockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley 800B 16 mm Push Buttons feature LED pilot lights to indicate when a motor is in operation, reducing maintenance and downtime costs. » more
Safety system providers join effortsInvensys Operations Management signs technology partnership with ACM Automation Inc., to become the exclusive provider of its safety-related decision-support software in manufacturing and... » more
Top Control Engineering articles, March 2011Most visited Control Engineering articles during March 2011 included 9 tips for better industrial SCADA communications, help for DCS operating displays designs, alarm rationalization, and cataloging... » more
HMI operator panel uses CANopen interfaceIP65-rated operator panel from Baldor Electric suited for intelligent drives and multi-axis controllers » more
Automation integration and configuration platform supports software and hardware platformsB&R’s Automation Studio assists with efficient software code generation, smart device integration, and safety. » more
Exoskeletal arm support system aims to assist industrial motionEquipois’ x-Ar is an exoskeletal arm support system to aid in manual tasks that require workers to outstretch arms by mirroring human motion rather than replace it. » more
Autodesk 2012 Manufacturing Software Portfolio Autodesk Product Design Suite Offers Digital Prototyping in Convenient, Cost Effective Package. » more
Simulation platform for flare and relief networksSimSci-Esscor Visual Flow 5.4 from Invensys Operations Management provides greater simulation capabilities and enhanced integration with other applications. » more
Westinghouse selects control technology for Sanmen and Haiyang nuclear power plants
Emerson to supply Ovation expert control technology for four new Westinghouse AP1000 nuclear reactors in China. » more
Emerson to supply Ovation expert control technology for four new Westinghouse AP1000 nuclear reactors in China. » more
Crane automation systems selected for new port in Abu DhabiTMEIC GE will automate 30 Konecranes automated stacking cranes for a new port in Khalifa, Abu Dhabi, UAE with an initial capacity of 2 million TEU. » more
EDDL standard: Support for latest enhancementsElectronic Device Description Language standard for integrating intelligent devices with automation systems receives support from HART Communication Foundation (HCF). » more
Panel PC Workstations built for industrial grade needsStealth Computer features a line of rugged, industrial grade panel PC workstations; available in multiple sizes, powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor » more
New revision of simulation software platform
Invensys releases SimSci-Esscor PRO/II 9.0 with new user interface to maximize simulator’s effectiveness and reduce learning time. » more
Invensys releases SimSci-Esscor PRO/II 9.0 with new user interface to maximize simulator’s effectiveness and reduce learning time. » more
Online cross-reference guides provide power solutions backlighting OEM LCD panelsEndicott has updated its online cross-reference guides to make finding the proper inverter, driver solution for backlit LCD panels » more
Top Control Engineering articles, February 2011Most visited Control Engineering articles during February 2011 included “world’s fastest” PLC, advanced control at a steel mill, 2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards, help with engineering contracts,... » more
Panels as powerful as an industrial PCNew generation of Power Panels from B&R Automation handles applications that used to require full industrial PCs. » more
7 steps to maximize central plant efficiency; get savings up to 60%Central plant optimization is a process with seven key steps, and when implemented holistically, central plant optimization can deliver sustained energy savings of up to 60%, according to a Johnson... » more
Honorable mentions for 2011 Engineers' Choice Awards
HONORABLE MENTIONS - click on the link for each product to learn more. » more
HONORABLE MENTIONS - click on the link for each product to learn more. » more
2011 Engineers’ Choice Awards - Spotlight on InnovationCover story: Best automation, control, and instrumentation products in 30 categories. » more
Robotic Innovation in entertainment and retail sectorsCollaboration with Bon Jovi RoboScreen mastermind to accelerate the development of robotic systems for entertainment and in-store advertising. » more
Integrated user interface for machine toolsSiemens’ Sinumerik Operate integrates HMI-advanced, ShopMill, ShopTurn in one user interface for machine tools. » more
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