Changing Technology
Human-machine interface (HMI) technology sits at the forefront of several technology trends driving new possibilities for industrial automation from artificial intelligence to cloud computing to the Internet of Things (IoT). In this fast-changing environment it’s imperative to work with a solution designed to adapt to an evolving technology landscape and equip you to be future-ready. Today, SIs and OEMs often face the challenge of piecing together solutions from disparate components that aren’t always designed to work together. The resulting equipment lacks flexibility and systems may need to be overhauled as requirements change.
Flexibility and choice
The FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio by Rockwell Automation represents a new way of thinking about HMI that emphasizes flexibility and choice – both in terms of interface design and how HMI fits into the broader environment. The portfolio includes both hardware and software to form a one-stop HMI solution, with all the pieces designed to fit together.
Design more innovative equipment faster
With the FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio, you’re not limited to just Rockwell Automation technology. The portfolio supports broad interoperability, including full OPC UA support. This means you can connect with third-party components in the broader environment and address an extensive set of use cases and customer requirements.
Features like multi-user collaboration empower your team to work together seamlessly from anywhere in the world. Several team members can each work on different parts of an application, with integrated version control to automatically preserve previous versions and track changes. Web based design and test enables stakeholders to design and review with ease without needing to install the FactoryTalk® Optix™ design software.
Adopt a flexible, future-ready approach
- Deploy your designs at scale, with a versatile HMI solution that supports diverse hardware environments and customer requirements. This helps you apply your expertise across customers and maintain high standards without having to reinvent the wheel with each customer.
- The FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio enables you to unlock powerful insights on how your equipment is being used. For example, you can seamlessly collect real-time data for diagnostics, laying the foundation for predictive analytics. This encompasses third-party technology, so you can maintain visibility in heterogenous environments.
- With the FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio, you can harness the power of the cloud to troubleshoot your solutions from anywhere in the world.
- Leverage open communication standards like OPC UA and MQTT to connect to and process data from both Rockwell Automation and third-party devices.
