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Highlighted Types of Automation System Hardware and Applicat
What We Do
As an Automated Systems Integrator, we can assist or provide services for combining different devices and machines into an integrated, efficient system. This can be achieved by sourcing turn-key hardware and software solutions or creating direct lines of communication between the automated systems so plant machinery can efficiently communicate with operators and other equipment or supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). A systems Integrator will make different versions of automation hardware and software work together, generally combining several subsystems to work together as one large system
HMI/OIT
A Human-Machine Interface (HMI) or Operator Interface Terminal (OIT) is a user interface or dashboard that connects a person to a machine, system, or device. HMIs replace manually activated switches, dials, and other controls with graphical representations of the control process and digital controls to influence that process. HMIs are used as an operator control panel to PLCs, RTUs (Remote Terminal Units).
PLC
A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is an industrial solid-state computer that monitors inputs and outputs, and makes logic-based decisions for automated processes or machines. A PLC reads inputs from HMIs, automated analog or discrete data capture points, or from manual input signals such as switches or push buttons. Industrial control systems (ICS) are integrated hardware and software designed to monitor and control the operation of HMI via PLC programmed logic. Based on its programming, the PLC’s outputs can control a huge variety of equipment including motors, solenoid valves, actuators, lights, cylinders, safety interlocks and many others.
Process Control
Process control is used in continuous production – in manufacturing and in other fields and industries where some kind of material is produced without any kind of interruption – as well as in “batch processing.” It’s used to automatically control the conditions in which a product is made – ensuring better quality and efficiency.