SIMATIC operator control and monitoring devices are particularly suited for machine-related operation and monitoring, with a finely tiered range of innovative and efficient products:

•  Push Button Panels significantly reduce the installation time compared to conventionally wired control panels.
  
  
•  Mobile Panels are portable operator devices that allow you to directly control and monitor different stations in your glass factory.
  
  
•  Micro Panels are used to monitor small machines and are the most cost-efficient solution.
  
  
• Panels are compact and robust solutions for use directly on the machinery. Available as text displays, operator panels or touch panels, these devices offer a finely tiered range of performance and convenience.
  
  
•  Multi Panels are recommended for tasks that require especially comprehensive or complex operator control and monitoring. They are diskless and extremely robust in spite of their high performance rating.

 WinCC flexible, a common project-planning software platform, ensures a high degree of transparency from the smallest panel to the most extensive PC-based system, while keeping engineering and service costs low. Moreover, the following new functions build a bridge to the higher-level control and management systems:

•  Sm@rt Access allows communication between the control devices via TCP/IP.
•  Sm@rt Service eliminates costly service calls, since you can access diagnostics and service via the Internet.

 SIMATIC WinCC, a holistic and integrated HMI software platform, features powerful process interfacing and secure data archiving, enabling highly available and efficient control technology. You can even implement complex client/server structures without spending a lot of time and effort on installation. And the  SIMATIC WinCC Competence supports you if you choose to expand the system software. The integrated ActiveX elements also provide you with a nearly unlimited number of functional options and add-ons.