The heart of a “lean automation” solution:
Integrated HMI and PLC enables lean automation to increase efficiencies and reduce waste.
Control architecture is shifting and network technology is advancing, supporting integrated HMI-PLCs that leverage an established and portable programming environment.
Integrated HMI-PLCs eliminate hardware, and simplify installation and engineering.
The integration of a human machine interface (HMI) and programmable logic controller (PLC) provides a lean automation solution. Lean manufacturing is a proven, powerful method to boost efficiencies in production processes. Similar concepts and practices that eliminate “waste”-unnecessary equipment and process steps-can be applied to the design, construction, and support of automation systems to enable increased productivity and reliability, yielding increased efficiency. Combining visualization and control means:
Faster machine design by providing an integrated development environment
Reduced machine construction costs by eliminating components and wiring
Reduced machine support cost and improved operation by centralizing remote access and administration
