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New, user-friendly human/machine Interface The newly developed human/machine interface (HMI) is self-explanatory and language-independent . The operation of the new system is easy to learn and much less complex than other, purely text-based systems. The operator has all the essential information on machinery and equipment function right in front of him and is able to check these details at a moment’s notice and respond quickly in the event of any irregularities. The intention was to further simplify the operating process of SIG Combibloc’s filling machines using the new HMI solution. For our customers, ultimately, this operator convenience means even more efficient production. The new, standardised interface is operated entirely via a 19’’ touch screen, from which all the necessary production and maintenance processes are controlled. The display can be swivelled so the operator can adjust it to suit his own position and also, for instance, to avoid any reflections that might be falling on the screen. red dot design award 2008 The new, exceptionally user-friendly interface for operating, monitoring and adjusting filling machines from SIG Combibloc has now been honoured with the red dot design award: communication design 2008, one of the world’s foremost design awards. The jury, made up of international experts, was particularly impressed by the logical menu navigation, the use of graphics and the resultant ease of use of the communications interface between man and machine, created by SIG Combibloc in co-operation with design expert Professor Thomas Hofmann. iF product design award 2009 The newly designed user display has already garnered an accolade: the new hardware was one of the winners at the iF product design awards 2009. |
