Red Lion Controls PM-50 Graphical Panel Meter

The Red Lion Controls PM-50 graphical panel meter delivers enhanced workflow and process insights from the plant floor.

FEATURES

• Full-color touchscreen provides a customizable graphical interface that illustrates information for easy understanding.
• Simple plug-and-play integration with existing 1/8 or 1/16 DIN panel cutout wiring.
• Connects via on-board wi-fi and RS-485/Modbus, as well as optional Ethernet or RS-232.
• Field-installable modules add Dual Form C Relay, Quad Form A Relay, retransmitted analog output (4mA to 20mA/ 0VDC to 10VDC), and AC power.
• Android and iOS app enables simple programming and remote monitoring.
• Available with a 3.5” or 4.3” display.

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Red Lion Controls FlexEdge Intelligent Edge Automation Platform

Red Lion’s FlexEdge™ Intelligent Edge Automation Platform provides a scalable solution to integrate complex multi-vendor environments into digital transformation strategies, while providing a futureproof solution for changing application needs. The FlexEdge controller provides power to up to ten modules; in turn, the hot-swappable I/O module’s configuration is restored by the controller upon reconnect, eliminating the need for reprogramming during field maintenance and reducing downtime.

On-device wiring diagrams and removable wire clamp screw terminal blocks ease installation, while the at-a-glance module status indicator and individual channel LEDs improve troubleshooting and system testing. In addition, FlexEdge I/O modules feature a wide operating temperature range for reliable operation in rugged environments.

Monitoring and controlling remote devices is easy and intuitive with FlexEdge data acquisition modules. Featuring Digital I/O, Analog and Universal inputs, easily connect any device or sensor to the platform. Inputs are isolated from outputs, and are independently configurable for high or low active status through our intuitive Crimson® programming environment.


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Red Lion Controls NT328G Layer 3 Ethernet Switches

Red Lion Controls, global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, announces the release of their innovative new NT328G Layer 3 Ethernet switch. Offering 28 high-speed ports (24-Gigabit, 4-10 Gigabit) and reliable wire-speed switching performance, the NT328G offers exceptional performance and reliability to meet the current and future needs of the Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater, Energy, Transportation, and video and security sectors, as well as other bandwidth-intensive industrial applications.

Red Lion’s NT328G Layer 3 industrial Ethernet models feature a flexible mix of copper and fiber ports, allowing for a vast variety of connection options, with Layer 3 routing that provides the ability to route across VLANs or subnets—versatility that ensures scalability. The industrial-grade NT328G’s robust feature set includes network redundancy, advanced, integrated security, policy-based traffic control and easy-to-use configuration and management—reducing operating costs while providing continuous monitoring of network activity. Its sleek but rugged IP30 rackmount metal housing is constructed for long-life use in harsh industrial environments, including wide operating temperature conditions and hazardous locations—durability that ensures reduced downtime. Ideal for large-scale and/or any industrial network, the NT328G has the flexibility to meet both present and long-term speed and media requirements—delivering investment protection for years to come. 

“Industrial customers are demanding reliable wire-speed Layer 3 switching performance that is scalable to 10Gigabit speed to meet current and future bandwidth-requirements. Customers now have access to a future-proof and durable switch solution that addresses industrial requirements from the network edge to the core.” said Diane Davis, director of product management at Red Lion Controls.


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Red Lion 12.1" Outdoor Graphite HMI

Red Lion 12.1" Outdoor Graphite HMI offers a UV-protected brilliant display with widescreen format 1280x800 resolution, making it easily viewable even in direct sunlight. 

Ideal for harsh environments, the Graphite HMI series provides a scalable all-in one platform to help integrate complex multi-vendor environments. 

Employing modules to address PID control, data acquisition and communication, Graphite HMIs allows users to connect, monitor and control a wide array of equipment.

FEATURES

• Sunlight Readable Full-Color Display


• Rugged Environmental Specifications


• Industry-Leading Protocol Conversion


• Versatile Module and Expansion Options

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Red Lion Data Station Meet Crimson 3.1

Red Lion’s DA10D and DA30D protocol conversion and data acquisition devices are designed to act as a key part of any plant’s industrial data collection, visualization and management system, allowing for operational decisions that have meaningful business impact. 

The Data Stations offer all the protocol conversion and alarming capabilities that the original Data Station Plus (DSP) offered, but with significant, updated features, including cloud connectivity, the ability to act as an OPC UA server, and are configured using Red Lion’s powerful, easy-to-use software, Crimson® 3.1. 

FEATURES

• Streamline data transfer to management and enterprise systems
  
  
• Easily integrate multi-generational systems into your IIoT strategy
  
  
• Automate and manage remote assets
  
• Harness the value of industrial information

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Red Lion Crimson 3.1 Cloud Connectors

Red Lion Controls announces embedded Crimson® 3.1 support for Sparkplug, Amazon® Web Services (AWS™) and Microsoft® Azure® MQTT connectors. 

Connect Directly to IIoT Platforms 

Now CR3000 HMIs, Graphite® HMIs and Edge Controllers– with Crimson 3.1's new cloud connectors – can communicate directly with Amazon AWS, Inductive Automation’s Ignition! SCADA, or Azure Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms with the same point-and-click, easy to use configuration that customers value. 

Easily Communicate Critical Operational Data

By enabling direct communication to some of the industry's most popular IIoT platforms, companies can do things like quickly analyze historic maintenance data across multiple locations to help increase uptime and reduce costs by detecting symptoms of potential failures ahead of time.

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Red Lion NT24k DHCP Server & Port Security

Red Lion NT24k® DHCP Server & Port Security: Simplify Installation, Accelerate Recovery and Secure Network

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
 

DHCP simplifies network configuration by automatically assigning IP addresses from a DHCP server to connected DHCP-capable devices (clients).

NT24k® firmware version 2.1.5 offers the following DHCP configuration options:
•    DHCP Client with IP fallback
•    DHCP Server
•    DHCP Relay Agent

DHCP Client with IP FallbackThe switch will automatically obtain an IP assignment from a DHCP Server, or optionally fallback to a default IP assignment if unable to get an IP assignment from a connected DHCP server.
 

DHCP Server Configured as a DHCP Server, the switch will respond to IP address requests from DHCP client devices with an IP address assignment. IP assignments can be set up as a dynamic range of IP addresses or with a specific IP address assignment based on the device Client ID (Option 61) or Relay Agent connection (Option 82).

Option 82 allows for a device on a specific port to receive a specific IP address assignment. As a result, devices can be replaced by maintenance personnel without the need to program an IP address in the unit, as long as it is configured as a DHCP client and connected to the same port.
 

MAC Address-Based Port SecurityWhen enabled, the NT24k’s Port Security feature provides enhanced security by restricting port access to devices that have an authorized MAC address. MAC address authorization can be learned dynamically or entered manually.

The new features are available with NT24k firmware version 2.1.5 and are available to existing NT24k customers at no additional charge by updating the firmware of their NT24k hardware.

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Red Lion Controls Expanding CR3000 HMI Platform

Red Lion Controls has expanded its CR3000 HMI capabilities with five new communication modules, offering support for some of today’s most popular industrial protocols. Designed for use with the CR3000 HMI platform, the plug-in modules provide the connectivity customers need to add powerful monitoring and control functionality to their automation systems.
 

Red Lion’s new modules support the rising demand for device interoperability, allowing customers to leverage Red Lion’s CR3000 HMIs – with built-in protocol conversion and 300+ communications drivers – to support virtually any automation equipment. 

FEATURES

• HSPA+ » Provides cost-effective monitoring and control of remote equipment
• PROFIBUS DP » Adds PROFIBUS slave support
• DeviceNet » Allows HMI to perform as a DeviceNet Group 2 Server
• CAN and J1939 » Removes need for external communication gateways

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Red Lion IP67 Model to Popular RAM Industrial Router Series

Red Lion Controls introduces the new RAM-6021M12 industrial router, purpose-built to withstand extreme conditions from the factory floor to transportation and hazardous locations. The RAM-6021M12 offers an IP67 dustproof and water-resistant enclosure, -40 to 80°C operating temperature, 50G vibration/200G shock tolerances, and is tested to hazardous locations, marine and rail standards.

Red Lion’s rugged industrial routers deliver the security required to prevent unwanted intrusion in both the connected factory and remote locations. With WAN-to-LAN and LAN-to-LAN connectivity, the RAM-6021 and RAM-6021M12 provide simple configuration to seamlessly connect, monitor and control machinery and equipment. They deliver a powerful all-in-one solution with quick network setup to existing Ethernet infrastructures, including networks with Modbus and DNP3 enabled devices.
 
The robust feature set in both RAM-6021 models includes RAMQTT for cloud connectivity and an easy-to-use event engine that can locally trigger I/O or send email messages based on real-time operational data. 

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Red Lion PID Controller Portfolio

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, announces additional features for its PXU series of proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers, including Ramp/Soak, CT Input, 2nd Analog Input and 2nd Analog Output. The PXU series is designed to enable tighter, more reliable control over a wide range of processes, including temperature, flow and pressure, from a single model.

Production engineers and machine builders now have the opportunity to select from a wide range of controllers with varying capabilities and in three sizes (1/16, 1/8 and 1/4 DIN models). Integration with Red Lion’s Crimson enabled hardware provides a complete indication, data acquisition & control solution for virtually any application.

The additional features allow customers to use one source for their process control needs. For example, for processes requiring different temperatures, the Ramp/Soak capability allows timeline vs. temperature programming for the process that will automatically be run by the PXU. With CT input, high current signals can be transferred to lower ones in order to be safely accepted by a PID controller or panel meter. For remote changing of a PID controller’s setpoint value, the 2nd Analog Input allows modification from an external device.

“By offering PID controllers with a range of different features, plus the ability to easily integrate with an HMI, customers have the advantage of purchasing one solution to handle whatever their applications require,” said Jeff Thornton, product manager at Red Lion Controls. “Many users have applications that need specific features and functions, and our offerings provide the flexibility to simply tailor a complete solution from one manufacturer.”

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Red Lion Controls IP67 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switches

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced new additions to its N-Tron® series of industrial Ethernet switches. The new Power over Ethernet (PoE) and non-POE models are designed for industrial applications requiring reliability, Gigabit performance, advanced management features and ease of use. Reliability maximizes network uptime, preventing lost production, or even worse, a safety risk. M12 cable connections ensure continuity in applications where motion or vibration exist, and the switches are ruggedized to operate in the harshest conditions.

Red Lion’s new IP67 managed Gigabit Ethernet switches provide a rugged, dust proof and water-resistant enclosure with sixteen 10/100/1000Base-T(X) M12 X-coded ports to create a reliable and secure communication network for equipment in harsh environments. They are ideal for railway and other industrial applications subject to shock, vibration and extreme temperature conditions. Two bypass relays enable data to continue to flow through the bypass relay ports, even in the event of a power outage. The new models offer secure M12 copper ports, plug and play operation, bypass relay port options, robust remote monitoring, N-Ring™ and N-Link™ ring technology and N-View™ device monitoring and firmware management technology. Additional features include:

• NT24k®-16M12: Industrial managed Gigabit Ethernet switch provides 10 to 49 VDC redundant power inputs and a -40° to 85°C wide operating temperature. The NT24k®-16M12-R, offers two bypass relay port pairs. 
• NT24k®-16M12-POE: Industrial managed Gigabit POE+ switch provides IEEE 802.3af/at PoE output, 240 watt POE budget configurable across all 16 ports, up to 30 watts per port, 22 to 49 VDC redundant power inputs and a -40° to 80°C wide operating temperature. The NT24k®-16M12-POE-R, offers two bypass relay port pairs.

“High reliability and extreme environmental specs have become the hallmark of Red Lion’s N-Tron series Ethernet switches,” said Diane Davis, director of product management, networking at Red Lion Controls. “With more and more industrial devices using PoE, industry demands have increased across the board, so these models will be attractive to a broad spectrum of vertical markets including industrial, transportation and intelligent traffic applications.”

The new NT24k-16M12 switches are CE, UL Class 1 Div 2 and rail certified. Red Lion’s industrial networking portfolio offers you a wide variety of options that drive operational efficiencies while addressing industry demands. For more information, visit www.redlion.net/nt24k.

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Red Lion Controls Graphite Edge Controller

Integrating communication and control into factory automation and process control applications has never been easier. With all-metal construction, a built-in web server, data logging with SD card, and Crimson® 3.0 software with Crimson Control functionality, Red Lion Control's rugged Graphite Edge controller operates in the harshest environments to provide a single programming solution for control, networking and data visualization.

Simply use industry-standard IEC 61131 programming languages such as ladder logic, function block, structured text and instruction list to develop logic code much like a programmable logic controller (PLC) or remote telemetry unit (RTU) without the added expense of additional software. In addition, select from a variety of I/O, PID control and communications modules to connect, monitor and control a wide array of field devices – regardless of location – to meet specific application requirements.

FEATURES

• Industry-Standard Control Language Support
• Protocol Conversion of over 300 Drivers
• Support up to 18 Simultaneous Protocol Conversions
• Web Server for Data Visualization
• Real-Time Data Logging to SD Card or via FTP
• Rugged Construction for Extreme Protection
• Wide Operating Temperature Range
• Scalable Modules
• Expansion Options

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Red Lion Controls PAX2C PID Controller w/ Ramp/Soak Functionality

Red Lion Controls' advanced PAX®2C PID controllers have been enhanced to feature new Ramp Soak capabilities and FlexCard™ plug-in options that enable you to reduce costs by easily changing or adding functionality to meet industrial requirements without inventory stocking.

Unlike competitive models that must be ordered with functionality factory installed, Red Lion’s PAX2C PID controllers offer flexible PID control options for process and temperature applications that require local control across automation processes. For instance, the new Ramp Soak capabilities allow you to change and hold machine temperature – either up or down – for a specific time period. The PAX2C controllers feature 16 different profiles and enable 20 step changes to adjust the temperature or process control for a range of industries that include factory automation, packaging, metal processing, and food and beverage.

In addition to added Ramp Soak functionality, the following field-installable FlexCard options allow organizations to quickly customize PAX2C PID controllers to add communication, setpoints, retransmitted analog, heater current monitor, second analog input and second PID control features:

• Heater Current Monitor Card: measures heater currents to allow proactive health monitoring and maintainance, thereby helping to remove excess waste in production environments.
• Second Process Input Card: supports programming for several functions, including serving as either a process input that acts like a separate panel meter or a remote setpoint that allows a remote input to change the setpoint value of the controller. It also provides the capability to easily add another PID controller to each unit.

“To meet the needs of numerous PID control applications, our newly enhanced PAX2C PID controllers offer benefits to users who need flexible equipment that supports display reading at any point in the process,” said Jeff Thornton, product manager at Red Lion Controls. “The real savings comes through when our PID controllers are tailored to specific applications by adding option cards. This enables customers to reduce overall support inventory with a versatile solution that meets a multitude of PID control requirements today and tomorrow.”

Red Lion’s Crimson® programmed PAX2C PID controllers are dual-line displays that change color based on process status, alerting when a value is out of a specified range. With universal process inputs and AC/DC power input, PAX2C controllers accept DC current, DC voltages, process signals, thermocouples and RTD inputs to provide an all-in-one platform that eases integration. Additional features include a large LCD display with easy-to-read bar graphs, programmable annunciators, up to 16 alarms and a built-in USB programming port. Red Lion’s advanced PAX2C modular platform provides an easy upgrade path that enables integrators and panel builders to reduce inventory requirements while increasing application support.

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Red Lion Controls PXU PID Controllers

Available in 1/16, 1/8 and 1/4 DIN models, Red Lion Controls' PXU PID controllers accept a wide variety of thermocouple and RTD sensor inputs to meet varying application requirements. Featuring one of the industry’s largest dual line 4-digit displays, the PXU allows for simultaneous viewing of temperature/process and setpoint values. The PXU also offers on demand auto-tuning for easy set up and provides two control outputs, which can be individually configured for reverse or direct applications using front panel push-button or Crimson® software.

With IP65 ingress protection, flush-mounting installation and easy-to-read displays, these robust PID controllers deliver the reliability and ease of use required for temperature and process control applications.

FEATURES

• Universal Inputs
• Thermocouple
• RTD
• 0-10 VDC
• 4 – 20 mA (0 – 50 mA)
• Full PID Control
• On demand auto-tuning
• Independently configured outputs
• Easy Programming with front panel push-button or Crimson software
• AC or DC Powered Models
• 100 to 240 VAC
• 24 VDC
• Reduced Case Depth
• IP 65 Ingress Protection 

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Red Lion Controls E3 High-Density I/O Modules

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced the availability of its new rugged E3 I/O™ module platform, a set of 17 high-density I/O modules with hardened metal enclosures and powerful communication options. This versatile platform marks Red Lion’s first rugged I/O modules configurable using Crimson^® 3.0 software.

Designed to withstand the critical demands of localized and distributed I/O applications, Red Lion’s Crimson-enabled E3 I/O modules feature robust networking capabilities with redundant Ethernet ports and built-in serial communication. With one RS-485 terminal block and dual Ethernet ports that include user-selectable Ethernet modes for ring, pass through and two network, the easy-to-deploy E3 I/O modules can eliminate the need for additional switching devices. In addition, these modules offer up to 34 mixed I/O points including input/output, analog/discrete and temperature I/O for complex industrial applications.

“Customers today are demanding both more I/O connectivity and mixed I/O types – digital, analog or temperature – because of the variety of sensors and inputs needed to monitor complex systems,” said Paul Bunnell, director of automation product management at Red Lion Controls. “To keep industrial operations running smoothly, organizations require easy-to-configure equipment with multiple connectivity options and rugged enclosures that enable reliable performance in harsh environments.”

Available in DIN-rail and panel-mount form factors, Red Lion’s E3 I/O modules feature rugged metal enclosures to support wide environmental tolerances and enable seamless integration into any industrial environment. Wide -40° to +75°C operating temperature, high shock and vibration ratings coupled with industry certifications that include UL Class I, Division 2 listing, ATEX* and IECEx* approvals make each E3 I/O module safe for use with industrial control equipment in hazardous locations around the world. Developed for industries including oil and gas, water, utilities, marine, transportation and mining, the E3 I/O module platform is ideal for critical-uptime applications that need to expand I/O for devices such as Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) or standalone deployments.

* Model specific, see documentation for details


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Red Lion Controls NT24k Ethernet Switches Receive ABS and Rail Approvals

Red Lion’s compact NT24k™ Ethernet switches have recently received ABS approval as well as EN 50155, EN 50121 and EN 61373 certifications to ensure safe operation on railway rolling stock. With over 100 mixed-media configuration options, their rugged NT24k platform combines the benefits of noise-immune fiber with the versatility of 10, 100, 1000Base copper connectivity to provide a robust migration path across varying industrial applications.


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Red Lion Controls ABS Approvals for Graphite HMIs

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced that its rugged Graphite® Human Machine Interface (HMI) operator panels have been tested to meet ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) standards. ABS approval assures equipment is safe for operation in a manner that protects life, property and the marine environment when used in shipboard and offshore settings.

Red Lion’s modular Graphite HMIs have been ABS tested and approved to monitor and control equipment in maritime applications that range from workboats to offshore energy and gas vessels. In these marine environments, Graphite HMIs provide reliable functionality that helps drive operational efficiencies as well as adhere to international standards for environmental performance.

“Following the success of Graphite HMIs in land-based oil and gas applications, ABS approval now enables us to meet the demands associated with maritime and offshore markets,” said Jeff Thornton, director of product management at Red Lion Controls. “With support for more than 300 industrial protocols, our rugged HMIs enable customers to confidently integrate powerful monitoring and control functionality into multi-vendor maritime environments.”


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Red Lion Controls Voted Top Panel Meter for 15th Consecutive Year

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced the company has been recognized in eight Control Design Readers' Choice Awards 2015 award categories, including the coveted top Panel Meter slot.  This marks the 15th consecutive year that the readers of Control Design have named Red Lion the leading provider of panel meters in the industry.

"Each year we ask Control Design's readers, practicing machine automation professionals, to share with us their supplier preferences in a variety of technology categories," said Mike Bacidore, editor-in-chief of Control Design magazine. "Red Lion's consistent ranking atop the Panel Meter category is a clear indication of its technology leadership and customer commitment."

In addition to panel meters, readers listed Red Lion as an acclaimed brand in the following categories:

• Operator Interface
• Software, HMI
• Data Recorder
• Network Components, Wired
• Network Components, Wireless
• Network Protocol Converters/Bridges/Adapters
• Network Routers & Switches

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Red Lion Multi-Carrier 4G LTE RTUs

Sixnet® series RAM® and IndustrialPro® cellular automation products by Red Lion now offer 4G LTE multi-carrier cellular support for major North American carriers. Multi-carrier capabilities enable customers to simplify deployment and reduce inventory requirements by selecting from a list of preconfigured wireless carriers that include AT&T, BELL Mobility, Rogers, TELUS and Verizon Wireless.

With 4G LTE support for multiple carriers in each unit, customers using Red Lion’s RAM cellular RTUs and IndustrialPro routers can easily select and switch between wireless carriers to alleviate varying cellular coverage or bandwidth issues without having to replace equipment. In addition, a powerful built-in event engine can trigger I/O or send SMS text messages based on real-time data to provide automation engineers, technicians, production managers and network operators local control and real-time remote monitoring of field-deployed assets.

“Industrial customers with remote sites choose  cellular communications due to the ease of use and scalability of deployment without having to worry about cost or maintenance of other wireless technologies,” said Paul Bunnell, product manager at Red Lion Controls. “By providing multi-carrier support on our cellular RTUs and routers in North America, customers now have even more flexibility with their deployments to select and change carriers without having to replace hardware. This can save a great deal of time and money, especially for customers monitoring hundreds or thousands of devices.”

Red Lion’s cellular automation devices combine optional I/O and Wi-Fi with active GPS and multiple serial and Ethernet ports to securely monitor remote devices over a 4G LTE cellular network with fallback to 3G. Ideal for deployment in industrial M2M networks such as oil and gas, water/wastewater, utility, transportation and mining applications, RAM and IndustrialPro cellular RTUs and routers provide a seamless network extension to remote locations.

With hardened metal enclosures, a wide operating temperature range and industry certifications to ensure safe operation in hazardous locations, our cellular automation products securely monitor remote devices to enable reliable operation in critical environments.

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Red Lion Controls Graphite HMIs Receive Global ATEX and IECEx Approvals

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced that its rugged Graphite® Human Machine Interface (HMI) operator panels have been certified to operate in global ATEX zone 2/22 and IECEx zone 2 environments. Following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Class I, Division 2 Listed status received last year, these approvals certify that Graphite HMIs are safe for use with industrial control equipment in potentially explosive, hazardous locations around the world.

Red Lion’s touchscreen Graphite HMIs are now able to provide organizations with powerful monitoring and control capabilities regardless of operating environment, even locations subject to potentially explosive atmospheres that may result from gas, vapor, mist and/or dust. This enables industrial customers in markets such as oil and gas, flour and grain, mining, chemical, painting and metal processing to benefit from rugged aluminum construction, wider operating temperatures and high shock/vibration tolerances.

“The addition of ATEX and IECEx certifications to Red Lion’s Graphite HMIs enable us to better serve additional markets that require rugged, sunlight-visible operator panels for use in hazardous locations,” said Jeff Thornton, director of product management at Red Lion Controls. “Plug-and-play expandability via modular PID control, I/O and communications modules combined with Crimson software eases configuration to simplify integration regardless of environment.”

From factories to extreme locations, Graphite HMIs enable customers to connect, monitor and control processes across a broad range of industries to meet varying industrial automation requirements. Since its launch in July of 2013, Red Lion’s Graphite platform has received numerous global accolades, including Automation World’s “First Team Supplier, HMI Hardware” award, the “Industrial Control Award” from Plant Engineering China and “Best Product of the Year” from Control Engineering China.


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