Software and Hardware

It is hard to image a time without reliable data flow and transparent communication regarding all production processes. The main objective of industrial communication is to connect all sections of a plant in a single networked system, from the management level right down to the field level. After all, using end-to-end, high-performance data networks increases the availability and efficiency of machines and plants. Pepperl+Fuchs sensors and field devices can be flexibly integrated into existing systems and provide transparent communication and increased productivity.

Today, industrial network communication also allows all business units to be integrated, making it a central component for the availability of data in the Industrial Internet of Things. To enable the reliable and efficient transmission of large quantities of data across all levels, Pepperl+Fuchs offers high-performance, intelligent components—including a full range of AS-Interface system components, a large selection of industrial Ethernet devices, Ethernet IO modules, various IO-Link devices, IO-Link masters, and interfaces.

From cell phones to smartphones and tablets – all mobile devices are available in versions for use in harsh (industrial) environments. Versions with global ATEX/IECEx certifications for Zone 1/21, Div. 1 and Zone 2/22, Div. 2, mining, country-specific, and radio approvals are also available. Industrial-grade displays and enclosures provide additional safety by protecting the devices from dust and water ingress and making them resistant to impact and vibration. Individual configuration options, service level agreements combined with digital products and services, and comprehensive service provided by trained personnel round out the range of solutions for mobile computing and communication. This unlocks new potential and increases workflow safety, efficiency, and transparency – whether in conventional applications or for Industry 4.0 scenarios.

From shock and vibration resistance to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) cleanability standards, Pepperl+Fuchs offers HMI solutions to meet varying process industry requirements. The VisuNet HMI family includes a wide selection of rugged industrial monitors, industrial box thin clients and box PCs, thin client software, and peripheral devices.

VisuNet operator workstations and monitoring systems are relied on around the world in oil and gas exploration, refineries, chemical and pharmaceutical production facilities. HMIs for industrial applications like these are subjected to moisture, extreme temperature shifts, and the use and abuse of 24/7 operation. To ensure absolute reliability, VisuNet systems are built with industrial-grade components and optimized for extended use in harsh conditions.