HMI Application Story Overview
Advantech’s open HMI solutions are designed to fulfill the needs of mission-critical automation applications. Their rugged features and powerful computing technology deliver reliability and flexibility.
Point of Service Terminals in Gas Stations
IPPC-6152A - 15” XGA TFT LCD Pentium 4/Celeron M Industrial Panel PC with 2 x PCI Slots
Our clients’ existing Point of Sales terminals were breaking down frequently and they were looking to upgrade their machines to perform more reliably in the demanding environment, and be able to operate around-the-clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The high temperatures, dust and chemical density of their environment was very demanding, but nevertheless they were looking to increase their minimum total Operating Life Cycle to at least 5 years. Furthermore, the Point of Sales terminals needed to be equipped with rich communication, Ethernet and USB ports to fulfill multiple equipment connectivity.
The IPPC-6152A was the best choice for this application. Now only can it easily link with the Transac- tion Server, its wide operating temperature and fanless design allow it to operate all day long while maintaining system stability. Furthermore, each IPPC-6152A is equipped with ingress protection on the front panel, allowing it to withstand harsh environmental conditions.
Intelligent Transportation Solution for Traffic Light Displays
TPC-1261H – 12.1” SVGA TFT LCD Geode LX800 Touch Panel Computer
Creating traffic flow installations that ensure safe, efficient and environmentally friendly traffic and mobility is the day to day concern of many countries. An integrated approach is necessary to pro- vide complete solutions and keep traffic moving: to combat traffic-jams, keep cities liveable and to streamline the flow between cities and motorways. Having detailed information about communication and traffic systems for urban road networks and road systems, plus the capability to connect together different systems, guarantees a successful integrated approach at all levels. In this solution, the TPC- 1261H provides an intelligent control panel allowing users to easily monitor and maintain the traffic information system without complications.
The robust and fanless TPC-1261H is an excellent solution for this application. The Windows OS ensures our customers can easily integrate intelligent and value-added services, while the unique transflective solution makes operating in direct sunlight easier than ever before.
HMI in Modern Oil Drilling for the Petroleum Industry
IPPC-9151G – 15” XGA TFT LCD Pentium 4 Industrial Panel PC with 2 x PCI Slots
A mudlogger in the modern oil field gathers data and collects samples during the drilling process. This can be challenging, especially during drilling activity. Much of the equipment will require precise calibration or alignment by the mudlogger to provide accurate readings. Over 30 data parameters needed to be recorded and controlled while withstanding the harsh conditions of a modern oil field. Furthermore, distributed control on the mudlogging device should be implemented by advanced control technologies, so as to improve the control precision of all technological parameters during the operation.
This is an extremely taxing application that requires a highly rugged, reliable and user-friendly HMI. The IPPC-9151G is able to withstand the intense electromagnetic interference, noise, vibration, and unstable currents present, and still provide dependable operation.
Automated Bakery Systems for the Food Industry
TPC-66SN - 5.7” QVGA CSTN LCD XScale PXA270 Touch Panel Computer
Because of the high temperatures inside bakery production areas, high operating temperatures are required for all of the automated system hardware. An intuitive and easy-to-learn user interface also needs to be implemented within the controlling software. Furthermore, to connect the machine to other devices within the branch a corresponding hardware and software interface is necessary. In this way, new or updated recipes can be remotely added to the system. Finally, a touch panel computer is implemented as the control device to provide information on each phase of the baking process.
The TPC-66SN was highly recommended for this application. Not only does it provide reliable use in the hot environment, it’s easy to use interface made the entire process easier for the end user. The operator starts the process by choosing the program from the TPC-66SN, which lasts nearly twenty hours, starting at -20° C and ending at +30° C. During the process the TPC-66SN shows each phase as graphical information.
Automatic Fluid Filling System for Road Construction Vehicles
TPC-1570H - 15” XGA TFT LCD Pentium M/Celeron M Touch Panel Computer
When designing this system, the customer wanted to have the capability for automatic and manual fueling. Additionally, they wanted to have warning displays and alarm messages, in the event of a leaky oil container or faulty hydraulic fluid filter. Each vehicle’s fuel list needed to be adjusted through a password protected menu, and for each fluid, a pulse generator flow controller should be connected to the counter input of an Ethernet based I/O controller, which was connected to a Touch Panel Computer, which required a fanless and IP65 compliant design to withstand the harsh outdoor conditions.
As the main interface for this solution, the TPC-1570H was the perfect solution. Not only does it provide a rugged, reliable and fanless solution, it’s easy to use interface made the complicated process much easier for the operator, who is responsible for the correct filling of oil, hydraulic fluid and water. The filling process starts after pressing the “start filling” key from the touchscreen menu and each individual fluid filling process can be viewed on the touchscreen monitor.
Wireless Fleet Management System with In-Vehicle Display
UNO-2053E - AMD GX2 UNO with 2 x LAN, 2 x COM and Audio
FPM-3060G - 6.4”VGA Industrial Monitor with Resistive Touchscreen and Direct-VGA Port
In order to provide an efficient management system for transportation applications, our customer was looking to implement advanced operating software that was easy to use while being powerful and functional. They required the ability to interact with maps onscreen, and view multiple vehicles onscreen at once. Furthermore, they wanted to have detailed reports for monthly distance tracking, average/top speeds, suburbs visited, driv- ing times, waiting times and more. All of these functions needed to be established in their new eCarCenter.
The fleet management system consists of an FPM-3060G Industrial Monitor attached to an UNO-2053E, installed within the truck, and communicating with the eCarCenter in the central office. A satellite tracks vehicle through GPS, sending this information to both the eCarCenter and the UNO-2053E, which displays all of the information on the industrial display within the truck itself. This way, the management team will always know the location of the truck, while the driver has access to updated road, safety and weather information displayed through the FPM-3060G.
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