There are a number of different "user Interface" devices which can be used, depending on the application.
These range from Pushbuttons and lights, simple two line displays, Small Touchscreens and Large Touchscreens.
PushButtons and Pilot Lights
Any application can have a basic interface, which is made up of Start, Stop and Reset
Pushbuttons. Run and Fault lights, Ammeters and Voltmeters can also be used.
Two Line Displays
For simple Automated systems, a Two Line Display is ideal, giving Pressures, Flows,
Current readings, running indication and basic control. Faults and Alarms can also be
viewed.
Touchscreens
For simple to totally automated systems, a touchscreen is the best choice, giving a graphic
display of the system, making it very easy to use and view. any part of the system can be viewed
and any parameters can be changed when needed. Faults and alarms can be viewed, with
explanations of the faults, possible causes, and how to fix the fault. These interfaces can be
either have a graphical view and a keypad, or just a touchscreen with the changes being made on the screen itself.
Industrial PC's
For all automated systems, an iPC is an excellent choice, giving a graphic
display of the system, making it very easy to use and view. any part of the system can be viewed
and any parameters can be changed when needed. Faults and alarms can be viewed, with
explanations of the faults, possible causes, and how to fix the fault.
Industrial PC's
For all automated systems, a SCADA package on a remote or local PC is an excellent choice, giving a graphic
display of the system, making it very easy to use and view. any part of the system can be viewed
and any parameters can be changed when needed. Faults and alarms can be viewed, with
explanations of the faults, possible causes, and how to fix the fault. Trending and data logging are also avaliable
