Is it possible to integrate a Web HMI with an Allen Bradley HMI?

Yes, you can connect several Web HMIs to Allen Bradley HMIs. Web HMIs cab be added to almost any project in place of a standard HMI. Display Visualizations made in CODESYS, AVEVA Edge, or any web-based application with ease.

Web HMIs function solely as client devices, meaning they rely on a connection to a central server to access services and process data. The Web HMI simply acts as an extension of the server’s interface, connecting to the server over Ethernet to display data and provide a means for operators to send input back to the server.

As you can see in the above diagram, using Web HMIs can result in a more efficient network that requires less hassle to implement and expand. Adding new Web HMIs to your system is trivial compared to the alternative:

• Streamlined Connection: Fewer components, no need for complex wiring. Easily mounted and connected to your existing network infrastructure. Connecting to power and the local network are all you need to do to get online.
• User-Friendly Configuration. Plug and Play approach. Simply enter the server’s URL or IP address into the Web HMI’s connection menu and you’re ready to go.
• Reduced IT Burden: No need for extensive software installations or updates since the Web HMIs rely on web-based applications. Centralized management from the server ensures all panels are always up to date with the latest features and security patches.
• Simple Expansion: Since adding a new Web HMI is as easy as connecting it to a network and entering the server URL into the connection menu, there is no need for extensive configuration or additional hardware investments.
• Cost-Effective Growth: This streamlined process enables quick and cost-effective expansion, allowing you to scale your operations with minimal effort.
• Flexible Deployment: Web HMIs are easy to install in various locations across your facility, providing consistent access to essential data and controls.
• Energy Efficient: Web HMIs typically consume significantly less power than traditional HMIs since all the heavy lifting is done by the central server. This is particularly important in environments where multiple devices are in continuous operation.
• Environmental Benefits: By lowering power consumption, Web HMIs contribute to more sustainable operation, aligning with green initiatives and reducing your facility’s carbon footprint.

By leveraging the processing power of a centralized server, Web HMIs present a streamline approach that can cut down development and installation time, while increasing overall efficiency across your control system. Simple wiring also means that installing a new Web HMI requires connections to power and the local network, nothing more.

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