Your tablet is your new HMI
A year ago, Plant Engineering lamented the death of the human-machine interface (HMI), at least as we have known it. The increased use of tablets, smartphones and other portable devices has moved the machine-bound HMI to the back bench. That hasn’t changed the value of the HMI, however, and certain new rules and realities have to be part of the equation.
Five essential criteria for effective mobile HMIs
Mobile human-machine interface (HMI) strategies should consider security, ease of use, level of access and detail, and collaboration when bringing HMI interfaces from the control room to the plant floor.
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Mobility a driver in digital transformation: study
IFS report finds devices deliver useful information to the field, even if a majority aren’t yet using it.
RIP, HMI: Everything now is an interface
Digital devices, apps have freed the once-anchored device. In cloud platforms for IIoT and Industrie 4.0, applications from developers are designed to help, and a robot collaborates to improve human performance, at ping pong, all at Hannover Messe 2017.
Mobile safety strategy: Six things to consider
Combine smart devices with flexible technology to provide real-time alerts.
Platform for process monitoring and control
The Graphite platform has upgraded communication capabilities with the addition of DNP3 network support.
Why CMMS implementations fail
Organizations that falter during their implementation project may end up falling short in their attempts to switch to effective strategies and spend the next few months scrambling to fix their mistakes.
How does motor current analysis help motors?
Motor current analysis provides information on existing issues such as loose connections, burned windings, and grounded windings.