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iR-ETN Remote IO, a companion to your local IO modules. Engineered to be integrated with your existing systems, the iR-ETN Remote IO delivers reliable connectivity, scalability, and operational efficiency. Overview In today’s rapidly advancing industrial landscape, seamless communication between systems is crucial for optimizing efficiency…
iR-ETN Remote IO is a powerful tool to work in conjunction with your local IO modules. Designed for seamless integration with your existing systems. iR-ETN Remote IO offers enhanced connectivity, scalability, and efficiency. Overview In today’s rapidly advancing industrial landscape, achieving seamless communication between different…
Remote I/O devices enable a level of flexibility and efficiency that is impossible to achieve using just local I/O. But what is remote I/O, and what is the best way to implement it? In this article we will answer these questions and more while we…
This article covers the basics of positioning and speed control of a motor utilizing a Maple PLC and a Maple HMI for visualization. This guide is designed to help user’s set up their positioning project on their Maple PLC and connect to a Maple HMI…
Web HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) offer a versatile and secure means to extend access to a central server. Designed for industrial applications, Web HMIs are durable, cost-effective, and user-friendly. In this article we will outline 9 things to consider when choosing a Web HMI for your…
The Web HMI is an alternative to the traditional operator interface panel. Sleek, client-only devices, Web HMIs offer unparalleled flexibility, accessibility, and efficiency. In this article, we explore what Web HMIs are, how they differ from a traditional interface, and the benefits they can bring…
Want to test out your HMI program designs before committing to a purchase? Robust project simulation tools in EBPro allow you to do just that. Follow along to learn how EBPro, our 100% free HMI configuration software, allows you to develop and simulate your HMI…
Home > HMI+PLC > Importing the Maple Image Library into MAPware-7000 This guide is designed to help users through the necessary steps to insert the custom .BMP file images into the MAPware-7000 picture library for the HMC2000 and 4000 series. * These high-quality images were designed to be implemented…
Digital Input/Output (DIO) ports included with industrial PCs provide extra flexibility for those who require fine-tuned control in their projects. Due to their simple yet flexible nature, Digital I/O ports allow for more robust and versatile systems that can be tailored to a wide variety…
This article covers the basics of VFDs, how to configure them, and how to setup communication between all devices to achieve a successful motor control application. This guide is designed to help users connect a Maple PLC and a Maple HMI to control a Variable…
Imagine a touchscreen so clear and responsive that it feels like you’re touching the content directly, yet durable enough to withstand the harshest industrial environment. Optical bonding is the process that makes this possible. What is optical bonding? Before we get into the specifics of…
Creating A High-Brightness HMI Read how one of our customers created a high-brightness HMI by pairing our HDMI-enabled headless HMI with one of our industrial monitors IPSI chose Maple Systems because of the ease of connecting the HDMI-enabled headless HMI to their legacy control equipment…