AIS Releases a line of HMI Control Panels and PROFIBUS DP IO Bus Modules Supporting Internet TCP/IP Protocol for Industrial Automation Control and Monitoring Applications

Irvine, CA-- American Industrial Systems Inc. (AIS), introduces a complete line of PC Based Control Panels from 5.7" to 20.1" with integrated Intel embedded computing. The AIS touchscreen terminals provide flexible, scalable, compact and rugged (IP65/NEMA 4, NEMA 12) designs combined into one platform for maximum productivity and cost efficiency. AIS additionally prequalified a line of PROFIBUS DP IO modules using IEC 61158, IEC 61784 standard communication protocols to meet the increasingly complex processes of machine automation system. The standard HMI configuration includes a USB programming port and two serial ports (RS-232 and RS-485) for fast communication with compatible PROFIBUS DP IO devices. AIS industrial automation platform provide extremely capable devices with a full set of features including touch screen devices, powerful industrial PCs and industrial PROFIBUS DP remote I/O modules for building automation, remote data acquisition, environment control and monitoring, laboratory equipment & research, and factory automation.

The open source HMI Panel PC's combined with POFIBUS DP IO devices enable AIS to become a single source for complete industrial automation solutions. AIS open source PC's are available in many sizes and all features built-in touchscreens, gigabit Ethernet, and RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 I/O connections. AIS HMI terminal solutions utilize the latest in RISC based processors for low power consumption, reliable operation in addition to the high power fanless Intel Atom Processor line. Industrial solid-state storages solutions are available to high shock and vibration applications which require a long lifetime read/write performance. Staying connected is simple with available WiFi 802.11b/g connectivity available in many systems, eliminating the need to run additional cables. High Resolution, sharp, high brightness LCD displays with touchscreen interface allows intelligent user interaction for graphical display automation, monitoring, and control in new ways where traditional monochrome graphical displays and physical buttons were unable to produce in the past..

These rugged operator interface terminals are available in waterproof and dustproof enclosures to ensure complete all-weather protection capable of operating under extreme temperatures -20 to 60 degrees C. VESA standard mounting holes are available on every unit for easy deployment into any installation. AIS commercial off the shelf (COTS) predesigned operator terminal provides a cost effective control interface which is easily integrated to new and existing installations reducing the time to market and competitiveness where service, availability, reliability, and technology are paramount.

Features and Benefits

  • Intel architectures open PC-based technology with small form factors, and fanless, completely sealed designs for harsh working environment.
  • Integration of different functions in a single machine (HMI and PLC run in a single embedded PC).
  • Rugged touch screen Interface, full color interactive graphic TFT LCD display.
  • Supporting multi-master for data to be stored by a group of computers.
  • Transmission rate detected automatically.
  • DC Isolation protection, 3000 VDC on PROFIBUS devices.
  • Maximum 244 bytes input and 244 bytes output per slave.
  • Slave configuration and parameters are set from the master side by GSD file.
  • Fast Cyclic data communication between master and slave.
  • 124 slaves can be put in data exchange.
  • Various communication options with the host including RS232 and RS485.
  • Use of common programming languages like C++, eVC, VB.NET to manage all processes.
  • Ease of interfacing basic control functions with high level functions.
  • Native remote communication using Ethernet or the Internet.
  • Continuous communication from the field level to the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) level.
  • Real-time communication and data transmission on an Ethernet bus system.

About American Industrial Systems, Inc.

AIS is a leading global designer and manufacturer of specialty digital signage, industrial panel pc, industrial display and rugged tablet pc solutions for customers in the broadcasting, engineering & construction, gaming & entertainment, medical & healthcare, leisure & hospitality, mining, network & telecommunications, network security, oil & gas, petroleum, pharmaceuticals, pipelines, public & private educational services, railroads an d retail markets. AIS specialize in designing and manufacturing cost-effective LCD and embedded computing products for the industrial market, as well as ODM/OEM applications worldwide. Whether your vision involves off-the-shelf displays or highly customized embedded computing solutions, AIS can supply the experience, technology, and resources you need to build it right and get you to market first. For additional information on AIS products and services, please Call AIS toll-free at (888) 485-6688 or visit: www.aispro.com.




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