The flexible design and the use of standard SIMATIC products make it possible to meet just about every technical requirement with regard to customized HMI. Components that can be combined to form an individualized HMI are listed below:

Basic devices:

• Flat Panels with different screen diagonals
• Thin Client
• Comfort Panel
• Panel PC

Operator control:

• Touch functionality
• Keys functionality with
  • 3SB elements
  • Short-stroke keys
  • Membrane keys (also illuminated)
• Keyswitches etc.

Additional elements:

• High-speed keys via PROFINET
• Emergency stop (also PROFIsafe)
• Front USB etc.

Design:

• Stand-alone (IP65 at front, <= IP54 at rear)
• Built-in unit (IP65 at front; IP20 at rear)
• Slimline enclosure design

Device connection:

• With support arm via VESA 100 on rear of enclosure
• Connected at the edges using hinges
• Installation in machinery

Design:

• Customized design
• Customized key layout
• Customized symbols and logos