A fiber dongle, more commonly known as a Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) module, is used in a network switch to connect to a fiber optic cable. You would choose to use a fiber dongle for connections that require higher speed, longer distance, or immunity to…
GLX Technologies is a systems integrator that specializes in delivering pre-engineered control panel solutions for small and medium-sized water and wastewater utilities. Their GLX Connect product line simplifies the deployment of monitoring and control systems by combining proven hardware, field-ready logic, and a configurable user…
ThruWave automates packaging safety and security using advanced sensing technology to see what’s inside of parcels. The company uses Maple Systems’ HMIs because they are easy to integrate and program. ThruWave is changing the way companies approach package security and quality control. By combining millimeter-wave…
Smart factories need smart solutions. With cMT Viewer, getting connected to HMIs and other devices is simple, whether you’re across the factory floor or even the world. Now, workers can stay on the pulse of their operations whenever, wherever. Modern industrial systems need to run…
At its simplest, a network switch is a plug-and-play device that lets other devices connect to a local area network. But some network switches can manage every aspect of how devices interact with the systems they are connected to. Networks come in many shapes and…
A managed network switch is a device that gives system administrators greater control over every piece of information that travels through their industrial networks. With features to boost security, manage traffic, and improve network performance, they’re a must have for high-end industrial automation and control…
An Intel Gold Certified Partner is an enterprise that is a part of the Intel Partner Alliance. Gold certified partners, like Maple Systems, have reached this status through Intel’s verification and accreditation process. Since 1981, Intel has held its position as one of the world’s…
Maple Systems’ cMT iV Series Display panels offer a different way to setup communication between your most important human-machine interfaces (HMIs). Using cMT Viewer and EasyAccess 2.0, Maple Systems’ cMT iV Series Displays can quickly and easily connect you to HMIs across the hall or…
Maple Systems’ new cMT Web HMI series has smoother displays and the latest features to make the most of your industrial control and automation scenarios. Web HMIs are an easy way to streamline complex machine monitoring networks. As systems scale, constantly connecting every new piece…
Learn how to integrate remote IO in an industrial automation system powered by Maple Systems. This high-level overview covers choosing the right PLC and remote IO devices, how to configure them, and setting up remote IO using CODESYS. Remote IO (input/output) is popular in many…
The difference between an industrial PC and consumer PC can be hard to spot. Industrial PCs are built for the toughest environments where debris, moisture, temperatures, and vibrations are extremely volatile. Consumer PCs are built for basic tasks and can’t withstand harsh industrial conditions. Industrial…
Modern user authentication controls, like RFID card readers and fingerprint scanners, are secure and efficient. These authentication types are hard to replicate, allowing users to safely access critical industrial systems at a moment’s notice. Efficiency is key in any industrial control system, and operators constantly…