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HEAVY-DUTY SUSPENSION The Syspend 281-Max HMI Suspension System supports HMI enclosures and devices up to a maximum load of 281 lbs. It is designed around a modular platform consisting of aluminum tubes and die-cast aluminum components and offers ergonomic, fatigue-free operation. The 281-Max features fully gasketed components that maintain the NEMA Type 12 enclosure rating. Hoffman 763/ 421-2240
DESIGN FLEXIBILITY AND FREEDOM Gold Series Panel PCs are powerful industrial-strength, open-architecture, touch-screen computers with Windows XP Pro and Intel 64-bit Core 2 Duo processors. They can withstand harsh environments and are available with fan-cooled or fanless CPUs. Choose from 10.4 in. to 19 in. models. These units offer much greater latitude in the creation and facilitation of the automation and control process. Maple Systems 425/745-3229
LOW-COST TFT TOUCH PANEL C-more 6 in. TFT color touch screen HMI panel is equipped with a standard Type B USB programming port and five durable function keys with LED indicators. The unit offers 3.2 Mb memory, LED backlight, multi-state bitmap support and Windows font support. C-more micro's 320 x 240 screen allows either portrait or landscape installation. The panel is priced at $399. Automation Direct 770/889-2858
COMPACT DISPLAYS Beckoff's energy-efficient industrial panels feature 5.7-in. displays, aluminum fronts with IP 65-rated protection, and 640 x 480 pixels resolution. They are available in three versions, including CP6207 panel PC with an Intel Atom CPU; CP6607 panel PC with an Intel IXP420 CPU; and CP6907 control panel with an DVI/USB Extended interface. Beckhoff Automation 952/890-0000
SUNSHINE VIEWING Transflective flat panel monitors deliver high viewability for direct sunlight applications and robust operation for harsh outdoor environments. They're available as general-purpose displays or as a UL-listed Class I/Div 2 device. They come in many mounting styles and can be combined with a Bebco EPS purge system for Class I/Div. 1 hazardous environment mounting. Pepperl+Fuchs 330/486-0002
RUNTIME-FREE HMI COMPONENTS Add realistic control panel look and feel to Visual Studio.NET applications—buttons, switches, lights, meters, gauges, sliders, panels, displays. Simple point-click configuration quickly gives your custom applications a "real-world" feel and speeds operator training and acceptance. Perfect for touchscreen PCs. Runtime-free licensing for custom applications. Free trial version available. Software Toolbox 888/665-3678
VISUALIZE WITH THIS ezXOS is an HMI visualization tool based on Telvent's XOS product. Designed for Windows operating systems (XP/Windows 7), ezXOS provides the look and feel standard in enterprise applications. Its modular design allows users to configure their distributed OASyS DNA SCADA systems. Features include advanced trending, object libraries and multi-layer security. Telvent 403/253-8848
POWERFUL VIEWING Nematron PowerView Operator line has offerings from 4.3 in. to 15 in., including widescreen versions and faster processors. They have TFT LCDs for bright, crisp displays and come with analog resistive touchscreens. All versions have NEMA-sealed, panel-mount front panels. All units are European CE-marked, and most units also have UL/cUL approvals. Nematron 734/214-2000
ENHANCED SECURITY Gp-Pro EX Version 2.2 HMI development software includes multimedia capability, remote PC access, a high-speed device linking and built-in control logic editor. It is designed to speed application development for OEMs and end users that need to standardize on one HMI package that supports Windows-based systems and dedicated operator interfaces. Pro-face America 734/429-4971
IP66-RATED PANEL PC IPPC-8151S, 15-in. XGA TFT LCD fanless, industrial panel PC has a Celeron M 1GHz CPU, and comes with a food-safe rubber seal between the bezel and the chemical-resistant touchscreen, as well as an optional, fully sealed 316L stainless-steel enclosure. With the fully sealed enclosure, it is completely protected against water damage, achieving a NEMA4 (IP66) grade of protection. Advantech Corp., Industrial Automation Group 800/205-7940
EMBEDDED MODEM G3GSM modem card for the G3 line of HMIs allows the G3 operator interface products to communicate with operators via cellular technology, providing connectivity for remote and mobile applications. The expansion card is easily configured with Red Lion's free Crimson software, and uses a SIM card, allowing customers to choose their own cellular provider. Red Lion Controls 717/767-6511
HIGH-CONTRAST SCREEN Simatic MP 377 15-in. daylight-readable HMI is a high-contrast, color touch panel for installations outside a typical factory. Engineered with transflective technology, the MP 377 includes a UV-protected exterior and 3-mm-thick glass that resists sunlight discoloration. It has an IP66 environmental rating and comes with a TFT color display and built-in Profinet/Ethernet and Profibus/MPI ports. Siemens Industry Inc. 800/333-7421
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