Rugged HMI Workstation suits rig monitoring applications.
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Powered by Intel® Core™ i7 processor, VisuNet XT Type 4/4x operator workstation helps maximize productivity in harsh oil exploration and extraction applications. LED-backlit LCD panel display has optically bonded, glove-friendly, 15 or 19 in. touchscreen that can be read in all lighting conditions. Rated to IP66, fanless HMI has several networking and mounting options as well as North American Class I Division 2, Class I Zone 2, ATEX, and IEC-Ex Zone 2 certifications.
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Get Unrivaled Performance and Reliability in Extreme Rig Monitoring Applications around the World with Rugged VisuNet XT HMI from Pepperl+Fuchs
Robust operator workstations feature global certifications and are engineered for long life and reliable operation in harsh open sea and land drilling rig applications
TWINSBURG, OH – Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the VisuNet XT Operator Workstation. This HMI solution with global certifications features a high-bright LED-backlit LCD panel display with an optically bonded, glove-friendly and sunlight-readable 15 in. (38.1 cm) or 19 in. (48.3 cm) touchscreen for clear resolution in all lighting conditions. An Intel® Core™ i7 processor supports modern software applications. The result is a robust, powerful and highly reliable Type 4/4x operator workstation that can help maximize productivity in harsh oil exploration and extraction applications around the world, in temperatures ranging from -40°C … 65°.
“Finally, one HMI design for one world!” says Product Marketing Manager, Kristen Barbour. “VisuNet XT features North American Class I Division 2, Class I Zone 2, ATEX and IEC-Ex Zone 2 certifications from third party agencies, with additional certifications and approvals, including Marine approvals, underway, for a truly global solution from a leading global company.”
With a polyester powder coated, lightweight, cast marine grade aluminum housing, the IP66-rated VisuNet XT brings new meaning to the concept of a rugged and mobile PC. The front panel features user-configurable function keys. Ergonomic touches such as brightness control down to zero illumination, monitor-off button and a touchscreen-disable button enable the touchscreen to be cleaned without accidentally and unintentionally activating random control functions. Diagnostic LEDs keep the operator informed of touchscreen status, heater status and monitor status. Users will also benefit from flexible networking options that include redundant LAN ports, a multi-mode fiber-optic LAN connection and wireless Ethernet.
These ruggedized HMI also feature advanced heat pipe heat dissipation for reliable fanless operation. The replaceable LCD panel, power supply and solid state hard drive promote field maintainability. Mounting flexibility is realized through yoke mount, VESA mount or panel mount options, as well as rear-mounted junction box options that simplify set-up and I/O connectivity.
About Pepperl+Fuchs
Pepperl+Fuchs is a world leader in the design, manufacture, application and support of a broad range of robust solutions to varied process automation markets and applications.
A perennial Control and Control Design Reader’s Choice Award winner for intrinsic safety equipment and purge & pressurization systems, Pepperl+Fuchs has also been named by Control magazine and the ARC Advisory Group as one of the Top 50 Global Automation Companies.
Pepperl+Fuchs, 1600 Enterprise Parkway, Twinsburg, OH 44087; (330) 486-0002; fax: (330) 425-4607; pa-info@us.pepperl-fuchs.com; www.pepperl-fuchs.us.
