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Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

manufacturing

A user interface or dashboard that connects operators to machines in a manufacturing environment.

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Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems serve as the primary interface between the operator and the manufacturing equipment, facilitating operational control, monitoring, and data analysis. These systems are essential in automating industrial processes, enabling real-time adjustments and improving efficiency and safety on the production floor.

examples

An HMI used to control a conveyor belt system in a food processing plant, displaying parameters such as speed (up to 5 m/s or 16.4 ft/s) and temperature (up to 100°C or 212°F).

Commonly used in continuous processing lines to monitor and adjust operations in real-time, ensuring product quality and operational safety.

An HMI deployed in a chemical manufacturing facility to manage mix ratios, flow rates, and pressure levels (pressure range: 0-10 MPa or 0-1450 psi).

Essential in batch processing settings where precise control over chemical reactions and conditions is required to maintain consistency and safety.

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