1. Energy-saving panel PCs

Beckhoff Automation's new CP77xx Series Panel PCs, featuring 1.1- or 1.6-GHz Intel Atom processors, are ideal for mid-range control platforms, or for use as HMI units for machine builders and plant engineering applications, according to the...

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2. HMI solution

The new iX HMI solution from Beijer Electronics is designed to lift the concept of an HMI solution from merely being a functional add-on, to becoming an integral part of a user experience by adding the right look and feel with advance 3D-style...

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3. Galaxy operator interfaces

Kaspro USA has released the newest generation of its Galaxy series of operator interfaces. The new Galaxy-101 model caters to the growing demand for widescreen technology in industrial and building automation. The 10.1-inch TFT Widescreen (16:9),...

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4. Enhanced S7-mEC embedded controller

Siemens has enhanced its S7-mEC modular Embedded Controller system with new expansion modules for additional hardware interfaces and a new controller with an integrated HMI. The S7-mEC is the first Simatic product to offer the best capabilities...

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5. Portrait/landscape mode HMI

Maple Systems has introduced its new 4.3-inch high-resolution widescreen Graphic OIT — the HMI5043N. This touchscreen graphic OIT has features and capabilities found in larger HMIs costing hundreds more. Yet unlike its larger siblings, its...

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6. 6'' colour operator interface panels

AutomationDirect's line of C-more operator interfaces now includes two new six-inch TFT colour panels with LED backlights. The base model EA7-T6CL-R panel is a 320x240 resolution QVGA display which supports up to 65,536 colors. The analog resistive...

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7. Specially keyboard surface

Hoffmann + Krippner has released its HeavyBoard specially developed keyboard surface resistant to dust, dirt, oil and chemical liquids, suited for use in workshops and industry. This PC keyboard is splash-proof according to IP65 and therefore easy...

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8. Machine operator interface

The new Smart Operator Interface from Standard-Knapp is a graphically driven interface that can be customized to each Standard-Knapp machine. It uses colour touchscreen technology to offer a new level of intuitive machine control. Through...

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9. Multimedia HMI platform

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. recently introduced the GT16 series, a new multimedia HMI. The GT16 series adds a new dimension of visualization and operation to the company’s GOT1000 family of HMIs. The GT16 series combines a host of video...

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10. Widescreen and HD HMIs

Maple Systems Inc. recently released three new widescreen graphic operator interface products. Available in 4.3-inch, seveninch and 10-inch sizes, the HMIs feature a 400-MHz CPU, 128 MB of Flash and 64 MB DRAM. Additionally, Maple Systems’ EZware...

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