Parker PFD provides real-time awareness

Edited by the Manufacturingtalk editorial team Jun 23, 2009

Parker's electromechanical automation division has announced the release of the Parker Factory Display (PFD) visualisation system.

PFD offers flexibility and impact for delivering critical messages to associates on the factory floor.

Whether presenting Andon display-type information, lean metrics, production status, OEE data, safety policies or employee announcements, PFD is more than a 'scoreboard' that simply displays text - it provides workers with real-time, situational awareness for faster response to downs and non-conforming conditions.

PFD features high-definition resolution, flat-panel displays and built-in networking.

Its intuitive graphics enhance the message, while its distributed architecture integrates into existing manufacturing and IS infrastructure.

PFD comes with pre-installed with Parker Factory Manager (PFM), Windows-based software that fully leverages the availability of web-browsing software for remote support and application sharing on the internet and IP networks.

PFM allows users to develop, edit and publish PFD application from any location on a network or anywhere in the world with an internet connection.

Additional product features include: 32in, 40in and 46in widescreen sizes with 16.7 million colours; direct PLC connectivity automates data collection - no charge for more than 40 drivers; multiple display systems can be served from a single master PFD unit; continuous improvement database can be distributed/aggregated across multiple locations via the internet; templates allow corporate standard metrics to be deployed company wide; sophisticated security allows six different access levels including 'view only'; intuitive development tools, allowing easy screen customisation and configuration; thermal sensors and fans on 40in and 46in screens with scheduling feature for power; and VESA 200mm mounting.