Gefran Unveils GF_Vedo Range Of Operator Panels

Gefran has introduced GF_Vedo high-performance touch-screen operator panels, which provide economical and complete HMI and machine control for medium- to high-complexity automation applications. Available in 6.5in, 10.4in, 12.1in and 15in displays, all feature the Gefran Automation Builder (GAB), a single programming environment that seamlessly combines PLC and Scada graphic page display programming, and a full complement of Fieldbus expansion and peripheral ports.

Depending on the colour display size, the graphics resolutions available are 640 x 480 (VGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA) or 1,024 x 768 (XVGA). Smaller models are available as touch-screen display only or with an integral tactile keypad for additional functionality. The rugged and durable range is based on 32-bit processors with a choice of RAM and solid-state DiskOn-Module (DOM) general-purpose memory, according to the company. With no conventional hard drives and no requirement for cooling fans, the GF_Vedo range has no moving parts and is suitable for harsh and high-vibration environments.

Faceplate protection is to IP65 and the operating temperature range is 0C to +50C. Fieldbus interfacing connectivity options include CANopen, Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP, with fixed peripheral ports for 2x Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, RS485, 2x USB, PS2 and mouse. The operator panels can also be used in conjunction with Gefran's USB-connected TF32 keyboards, which provide additional Fieldbus interconnectivity, digital inputs, input key and light-emitting-diode (LED) functions, thus expanding the application potential of the GF_Vedo.

GAB is a single programming environment that seamlessly combines OpenPCS PLC programming, based on the universal IEC61131-3 language, and Scada graphic page display using Java-based Visual designer software. It helps to ensure lower development and maintenance costs with high levels of application reliability and security.

For complete application flexibility, the GF_Vedo range can include alternative operating systems such as Windows XP Embedded or Vxworks, as well as preloaded and ready-to-run applications such as GF_Pack software for plastics extrusion and injection moulding, which can be supplied as a part of complete plastics industry machine control solutions, including Gefran's temperature, process and motion controls. The complete GF_Vedo range also includes 3.5in and 5.7in combined HMIs and PLCs with PLC expansion via a built-in Gilogik Bus for use with a selection of analogue and digital input/output (I/O) modules, temperature modules and counter modules.

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