This article explores the use of tablets as industrial human-machine interfaces (HMIs) in manufacturing. It highlights the benefits of pairing tablets with the Safety Commander, a tablet holder that … [Read more...] about Turning tablets into safety-grade industrial HMIs
IDEC Corp
Ergonomic design. Robust housing. Innovative features
With added features like a hardwired E-stop button, selector switch, and enabling switch, this unique handheld HMI helps users maximize productivity and minimize downtime. Plus, the HG1P series … [Read more...] about Ergonomic design. Robust housing. Innovative features
Piezo Pushbuttons Built for Food Equipment
Why use solid-state piezo pushbuttons? Food safety starts with hygiene and sanitization. Common practice includes CIP (clean in process) and power washdown on food equipment. To achieve the design … [Read more...] about Piezo Pushbuttons Built for Food Equipment
Lean Industrial IoT
Internet of Things (IoT) devices and apps provide users with improved access to and control of their digital life. With so much useful data at industrial manufacturing sites, site operators can also … [Read more...] about Lean Industrial IoT
Push-In Connection Terminals: Making Wiring Reliable, Safe and Efficient
Push-in connection technology is a new wiring option adding to a wide range of IDEC components and automation products. This new push-in feature is already in use on IDEC’s HW-series pushbuttons and … [Read more...] about Push-In Connection Terminals: Making Wiring Reliable, Safe and Efficient
Piezo Switches: Rugged Solid-State Technology for Unbeatable Life, Cleanliness and Simplicity
Piezo switches excel in extremely harsh environments in part because they are solid-state devices. No wonder their use is proliferating in food and beverage, oil and gas, aerospace, medical … [Read more...] about Piezo Switches: Rugged Solid-State Technology for Unbeatable Life, Cleanliness and Simplicity