14 comprehensive technical articles on industrial PCs, Panel PCs and automation technologies.
Classic HMI panels can no longer keep up with the speed and flexibility of modern production. With their open system architecture, industrial Panel PCs can act as HMI, data processor and integration hub all at once on the production line. Offering far more than an operator panel, the IPC4PRO series provides seamless communication with PLCs of any make, high processing power and an infrastructure ready for what comes next.
Hardware-independent by design, CODESYS is redefining what a PLC is. Running on the IPC4PRO and Revolution Pi platforms, CODESYS delivers flexible, vendor-independent and scalable solutions through software-based control. Its SoftPLC architecture brings PLC, HMI, motion control and data communication together on a single device.
Industrial automation is no longer defined by machine control alone, but by data sharing and communication too. Combining Revolution Pi with Node-RED turns factories into "talking systems" that can send instant notifications over WhatsApp or X (Twitter) and share data directly with the cloud. This open-source, modular approach removes the barriers between the IT and OT worlds.
In applications demanding precision, speed and synchronisation, the power of IPC4PRO combined with EtherCAT's millisecond communication and the CODESYS SoftMotion architecture creates a perfect synergy. Managing PLC, motion control, HMI and data analytics on a single platform delivers maximum efficiency on complex lines.
Step-by-step best practice for installing, licensing and running Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC with PROFINET support on IPC4PRO, IPC4 and AAEON industrial Panel PCs.
A comprehensive guide to Revolution Pi, the Raspberry Pi-based industrial IPC platform: the PiBridge architecture, the hardware portfolio, expansion modules, programming environments, and how to choose a model for automation, edge computing and IIoT applications.
A comprehensive guide to SCADA systems: components, architecture, PLC and DCS integration, industrial PC requirements and programming in modern automation. Covers SCADA vendors, HMI design, data connectivity and cyber security.
An in-depth look at PCAP and resistive touchscreen technologies: how they work, their advantages, EMI interference problems and engineering solutions for industrial applications. Covers touchscreen selection criteria and EMI management.
A comprehensive guide to installing Omron Sysmac Studio on industrial Panel PCs (IPC4PRO, IPC4, AAEON) and using it in place of an HMI with Soft-NA/CX-Supervisor. A technical implementation guide for modern automation systems.
Find out why modern production facilities are choosing industrial Panel PCs over classic HMI panels. Covers the IPC4PRO and AAEON platforms, integration capabilities and the benefits for digital transformation.
A comprehensive guide to outdoor industrial Panel PC and monitor solutions. Covers the IPC4PRO WOD and MOD series, optical bonding, high brightness, IP protection and thermal management for harsh outdoor conditions.
A comprehensive guide to CPU architecture, performance metrics, core counts, clock speeds, benchmark analysis and how to choose a processor for industrial systems.
A comprehensive guide to installing CODESYS on IPC4PRO, IPC4 and AAEON industrial computers. Covers SoftPLC configuration, EtherCAT integration and operator panel setup.
A comprehensive guide to EU Regulation 2023/1230 and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) for machine builders. Learn about cybersecurity requirements, compliance dates and field applications.
