Allen-Bradley ® OptixPanel™ graphic terminals can be an excellent tool for increasing the efficiency of a manufacturing plant floor. They can be used as an alternative to industrial computers. They are easier to operate, available in a variety of versions and screen sizes, and are ideal for small applications.
Why OptixPanel graphic terminals?
FactoryTalk Optix software can be deployed on either an industrial computer or an OptixPanel graphical terminal, allowing you to select the optimal end device for your specific application.
Industrial computers offer more configuration options and can be modified in the field. You can choose the number of displays and communication ports, as well as the amount of memory and local storage. They can be configured as standalone panel PCs or as box PCs with one or more separate monitors. While most PCs run Microsoft Windows®, ASEM™ 6300 industrial PCs can run FactoryTalk Optix software on Windows® or Linux.
OptixPanel graphic terminals, part of the FactoryTalk Optix portfolio, are a highly flexible HMI solution that combines hardware and software to deliver unprecedented innovation and flexibility.
What are the features of FactoryTalk Optix software?
Scalability : Develop your HMIs without being tied to specific display hardware. Responsive scalable vector graphics (SVG) allow the system to recognize the target system's screen size and automatically adjust. Use the HTML5 web presentation engine to display custom graphics remotely in any browser.
Modularity : License and deploy only the functionality required for a specific application. Purchase extensions as needed to add features as your needs change.
Openness : Cloud connectivity and data processing using communication standards such as OPC UA and MQTT. Built-in drivers support native connections to most controllers.
Extensibility : C# scripting and the FactoryTalk Optix API provide access to any object in a project, so users can create highly customized applications or even automatically create projects using scripting at design time and run time.
Flexibility : Develop your applications independently using a local desktop editor or collaborate in the FactoryTalk Optix Studio cloud environment via a web browser. Real-time editing allows you to make changes to the system while it's running, avoiding costly downtime.
In addition, OptixPanel graphic terminals run FactoryTalk Remote Access software, which:
Security : Provides secure management by allowing you to update and maintain projects, troubleshoot, and configure devices remotely, including inviting users to collaborate through FactoryTalk Hub.
Transparency : OptixPanel Standard graphic terminals act as a remote access gateway, providing programmatic access to controllers, drives and other devices on a remote subnet.
Cost-effectiveness : Remote staff can instantly provide operational support to the enterprise without the time and expense associated with on-site visits.
OptixPanel graphic terminals provide the convenience of working with a PC in a sealed HMI device, with features such as:
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Lack of access to the operating system
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No attack surface, eliminating the need for antivirus software
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Low price providing excellent value for money - especially for smaller applications.
FactoryTalk Optix software and OptixPanel graphic terminals give you everything you need to expand your company's capabilities and outshine the competition.
A 90-day free trial of FactoryTalk Optix Studio Pro is available to all users.