SIMATIC HMI Unified Comfort Panels: Next-Generation Touchscreen Solutions

The SIMATIC HMI Unified Comfort Panels are designed to provide a seamless and intuitive user experience. Featuring a modern interface similar to smartphones, these panels offer a robust, hardened glass front that supports glove operation. Their anti-reflective, high-brilliance glass ensures excellent readability, while advanced fault detection technology identifies accidental touches, such as the heel of a hand. With high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), these panels are built to perform reliably in diverse industrial environments.

Key Features

• Multitouch Screens: Available in sizes ranging from 7″ to 22″ for versatile user interaction.
• Authentication: Use the SIMATIC Unified Air app (iOS and Android) for secure access to SIMATIC HMI Unified Comfort Panels via your mobile device’s fingerprint or face recognition sensor.
• Connectivity: Full connectivity with both Ethernet interfaces—Profinet and Ethernet.
• Preinstalled Applications: Panels come with preinstalled, ready-to-use applications.
• Protection Accessories: Includes adapters and frames designed for migrating from Comfort Panels to Unified Comfort Panels, ensuring a smooth transition and continued protection.

FLO CoRe+ Series: Advanced EV Chargers for Efficient Charging Solutions

The FLO CoRe+ Series offers versatile, reliable fast charging for various settings, including workplaces, multi-residential units, and fleets. Its convenient cable management features include twisted steel cables and a counterweight system to prevent tripping hazards and ensure smooth retraction.

The multi-function CoRe+ pedestals double as junction boxes, reducing the need for additional installations on a single branch circuit. Supported by FLO’s North American manufacturing, you benefit from comprehensive after-sale support, including 24/7 driver assistance and quick access to spare parts. With one of the industry’s most extensive warranties, proactive monitoring, automatic updates, and customizable access controls, the CoRe+ Series ensures optimal performance and reliability.

CoRe+^TM

Electrical load 208 VAC or 240 VAC for each charging station

Charging Power 1.2 – 7.2 kW (maximum configurable by software)

Output Current 6 A to 30 A

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CoRe+ MAX^TM

Input Rating 208 VAC or 240 VAC for each charging station

Max Output Power 1.2 kW to 19.2 kW 0.5 to 125 ADC

Max Output Current 6A to 80A

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Cut Your BC Hydro Bill by Charging Your EV During Off-Peak Hours

Looking to manage your home electricity consumption as an EV owner? Consider BC Hydro’s tiered rate with time-of-day pricing.

By opting in:

• You’ll enjoy a 5-cent discount per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for electricity used between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.
• A 5-cent surcharge per kWh will apply for usage between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.

This plan is ideal for EV owners who can charge their vehicles at home overnight. With a few adjustments to your routine, switching to this plan can help you save money while also easing demand on the electrical grid during peak hour.

ABB Microlectric Meter Sockets: BC Hydro Approved and Code Compliant

The ABB Microlectric meter bases are proudly designed and manufactured in Canada. These meter bases are built to meet Canadian code requirements and are CSA-certified for overhead, underground, or combined services, accommodating both copper and aluminum conductors.

The ABB Microlectric® all-in-one 400 and Microlectric® CT-L Series meter socket is designed to meet the latest requirements for single-family residential services. These meter sockets are built to meet Canadian code requirements and are CSA-certified for overhead, underground, or combined services, accommodating both copper and aluminum conductors. They comply with BC Hydro’s instrument transformer enclosure standards for services approved after March 1, 2013.

Microlectric® all-in-one 400

• Load Side Terminations: Tunnel type connectors, dual-rated for 1 x 500 kcmil or 2 x 250 kcmil
• Dimensions: 30-5/8 in. H x 20-1/4 in. W x 8-3/8 in. D; made of heavy gauge galvanized steel with an oven-cured grey enamel finish. Weight: 72 lb. (32.7 kg)
• Knockouts: Three bottom knockouts for 1-1/4 in., 1-1/2 in., 2 in., 2-1/2 in., 3 in., 3-1/2 in., and 4 in. conduit
• Enclosure: Weatherproof Type 3R
• Metering: 400/5 A, 5 Jaw; provisions for test switches (test switches supplied by BC Hydro) and current transformer (transformer supplied by BC Hydro)
• Secondary Circuit Wiring: Not included (to be wired by BC Hydro)

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Microlectric® CT-L Series

• Transformer-Rated: 20 A, 600 V maximum
• Conductor Range: 14-10 AWG
• Connectors: Tunnel type connectors for both load and line sides
• Service Type: For underground service only
• Meter Compartment Cover: Overlaps the lower test switch compartment cover, with the meter securely holding the upper cover in place via a catch and an additional piece for extra security
• Protection: A cover conceals the hydro seal from view
• Test Switch Compartment: The lower test switch compartment cover is securely held by the upper cover and can be locked to restrict access

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Cooper WaveLinx: The Future of Connected Lighting Systems

The Cooper WaveLinx connected lighting system is an innovative, scalable, and integrated system that encompasses sensors, keypads, and luminaires, providing flexibility and compatibility for various needs. WaveLinx is energy-efficient and complies with the ASHRAE 90.1 building code, making it ideal for commercial environments such as universities, hospitals, and offices. With WaveLinx, you can manage lighting across multiple floors, buildings, or even entire campuses directly from your mobile device. The system supports both wired and wireless connectivity, offering solutions for indoor, outdoor, commercial, and industrial applications. WaveLinx also integrates with smart building platforms via BACnet/IP and Public API (REST), sharing valuable insights on space and asset usage to optimize building performance and efficiency.

WaveLinx Wireless enables seamless connectivity across various sites, while WaveLinx Wired supports complex features and controls through a two-wire local bus. Both systems are complemented by a comprehensive range of voltage luminaires, sensors, control devices, wall stations, and accessories, ensuring optimal customization. By integrating these components and leveraging advanced data features, WaveLinx not only enhances operational efficiency but also meets comfort requirements and regulatory standards, showcasing how advanced lighting technology is reshaping building management.

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The impacts include animal suffering, increased CO2 footprint, loss of milk production, decreased fertility, increased treatment and vets’ bills, poor longevity, increased trimming costs and ultimately reduced profit margins. And these impacts are a major focus for the whole Food and Beverage sector’s supply chain.

Hoofcount’s collaboration with Siemens

Hoofcount, a small family firm in rural Lancashire and a deep understanding of farmers and their animals’ needs, has developed its range of automated footbaths suitable for every farm.

Every Hoofcount footbath is designed, folded and built in its continuously growing workshops and being shipped to over 16 countries including Canada, Germany, Sweden and the Czech Republic, with the company producing around 300 footbaths a year.

Key benefits of the baths include:

• Optimization: The footbaths are designed to minimize water and chemical usage, thereby reducing overall operational costs.
• Easy Maintenance: Each footbath is equipped with a built-in cleaning system that takes less than 3 minutes to clean using two chemical pumps, triggered after a specified number of cows have passed through.
• Smart Controller: A Smart Controller enables users to monitor and adjust settings conveniently from a mobile device, while also receiving important notifications.

To enhance their footbath production and capabilities, Hoofcount has collaborated with Siemens, tapping into the company’s expertise in integrating the physical and digital realms through LOGO!, an intelligent logic module for small-scale automation projects in industrial settings. LOGO! manages the control of critical mechanisms in Hoofcount’s footbaths, including chemical and water pumps, as well as animal feed controls.

The controllers not only enable the tracking of cows passing through the footbaths but also provide valuable herd data, which can be visualized on an HMI screen. Additionally, the footbaths can be remotely controlled and have the capability to transmit data to the cloud for further analysis.

Through working with Siemens, Hoofcount’s footbath production has more than doubled each year, enabling the company to also grow twice as much.

LOGO! – the compact controller with a cloud interface

LOGO! is a versatile compact controller that helps you solve numerous automation tasks. Additional modules and a wide range of communication options make LOGO! a compelling solution for almost every conceivable application. LOGO! is compact, smart, flexible – and now even comes with a direct line to the cloud.

About Siemens Canada

Any contractor, end-user, or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the electrical industry has heard of the name Siemens; it has long been a leader in the electrical manufacturing industry.

For over 150 years, they have been known for engineering excellence, innovation, quality and reliability. Siemens innovation in the fields of electrification, automation and digitalization has been a key factor in making its products the Canadian choice. Companies in various industries including commercial, residential, industrial and institutional, rely on Siemens to provide them with the products they need. Learn more from our supplier partner, Siemens.

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Siemens offers top-of-the-line CPUs that excel in meeting the most demanding needs of motion control applications and ensure exceptional reliability. The latest generation of PLC CPUs from Siemens delivers a remarkable 25% to 40% boost in processing speed compared to their predecessors, all while maintaining a negligible increase in cost.

Need a Power Supply to Support Your System?

Just a friendly reminder that Siemens released the V18 earlier this year. Packed with numerous advanced features, the V18 represents Siemens’ commitment to continuous development and improvement in every iteration. Siemens remains focused on enhancing the capabilities of the V18 to meet evolving needs and deliver exceptional performance by continuously developing every iteration focused on:

• Meeting customer’s modern digitalization efforts and IOT adoptability
• Reducing engineering time
• Faster commissioning
• Increasing user-friendliness and functionality of TIA Portal

iFeatures’ industry-leading functions made easy videos:

To get a boost start on the new Unified software, Siemens has the HMI design with the HMI Template Suite application example with free libraries and documentation ready to be used.

Professional Services for Industrial Network Communication Systems

If you need expert support in consulting with:

• On-site support and services
• Technical design and consulting
• Integration and deployment
• Hardware setup
• Product selection

Contact E.B. Horsman PAC Divison. Our expert technical consulting supports industrial needs; this specialized team helps engineers and technicians optimize design and specification while seamlessly managing parts inventory, logistics, payables, and more.

About Siemens Canada

Any contractor, end-user, or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the electrical industry has heard of the name Siemens; it has long been a leader in the electrical manufacturing industry.

For over 150 years, they have been known for engineering excellence, innovation, quality and reliability. Siemens innovation in the fields of electrification, automation and digitalization has been a key factor in making its products the Canadian choice. Companies in various industries including commercial, residential, industrial and institutional, rely on Siemens to provide them with the products they need. Learn more from our supplier partner, Siemens.

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Finding the right network communication components in an industrial environment can be challenging. Harsh environments and demanding criteria can make it difficult to find the right fit. Whether it is to find specific elements compatible with one another, withstand certain conditions, or possess the correct number of ports. With this in mind, Siemens created Scalance to ensure you have a top to bottom solution for every layer of your industrial network communication system.

What is Scalance?

Siemens created a brand of industrial networking communication components called Scalance. These components range are all the various network parts that form the basis of industrial network communications. This ranges from ethernet switches, Wireless local area network systems, and industrial security appliances. Scalance cutting edge products are high preforming, robust, and future viable. All-important characteristics you need for an efficient industrial network communication system. 

Scalance Industrial Network Communication System

What is the Best Type of Ethernet Switch?

Siemens produces unmanaged and managed ethernet switches. The Scalance Unmanaged Ethernet Switches are great for compact, simple machine network communications, whereas managed ethernet switches have higher network availability and better functionality and design.

If you’re looking for robust, compatible, and high-level functioning, the Scalance X series is the right fit for you. From 5 to 58 ports, temperature control, and containing both PROFINET and EtherNet, Scalance provides flexibility and compatibility with other parts. With a more elevated level of function and design, Scalance X switches are the backbone of many industries in industrial network communications.

Need simple, space-saving, unmanaged switches?

SCALANCE XB005

• unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switch for 10/100 Mbit/s
• for setting up small star and line topologies
• LED diagnostics,
• IP20, 24 V AC/DC power supply, with 5x 10/100 Mbit/s twisted pair ports with RJ45 sockets
• 5 electrical ports

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SCALANCE XB008

• unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switch for 10/100 Mbit/s
• for setting up small star and line topologies
• LED diagnostics
• IP20, 24 V AC/DC power supply, with 8x 10/100 Mbit/s twisted pair ports with RJ45 sockets
• 8 Electrical Ports

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Suitable for industry-oriented applications and building automation

SCALANCE XB116

• Unmanaged IE switch
• 16x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports
• for setting up small star and line topologies
• LED diagnostics, IP20
• Redundant power supply
• 24 V AC/D
• 16 electrical ports

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SCALANCE XB124

• unmanaged IE switch
• 24x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports
• for setting up small star and line topologies
• LED diagnostics
• IP20
• redundant power supply
• 24 V AC/DC
• 24 electrical ports

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Basic version with full industrial compatibility

SCALANCE XC108

• unmanaged IE switch
• 8x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports
• LED diagnostics
• 8 electrical ports
• error-signalling contact with set pushbutton
• redundant power supply

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SCALANCE XC116

• unmanaged IE switch
• 16x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports
• LED diagnostics
• 16 electrical ports
• error-signalling contact with set pushbutton
• redundant power supply

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Looking For Industry Grade Managed Switches?

SCALANCE XC206-2SFP G

• (E/IP) manageable Layer 2 IE switch
• IEC 62443-4-2 certified; 6x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports; 2x 1000 Mbps SFP
• 1x console port; 6 electrical ports
• temperature range -40 °C to +70 °C
• redundancy functions; office features (RSTP, VLAN,…)
• PROFINET IO device
• compatible with Profinet and Ethernet

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SCALANCE XC216-4C

• manageable Layer 2 IE switch
• IEC 62443-4-2 certified; 12x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports; 4x 1000 Mbit/s combo ports (either 1000 Mbit/s/ SFPs or 10/100/1000 Mbit/s RJ45 ports can be used)
• 16 electrical ports
• temperature range -40 °C to +70 °C
• PROFINET IO device; Ethernet/IP-compliant
• C-PLUG slot

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SCALANCE XC216-4C G

• manageable Layer 2 IE switch
• IEC 62443-4-2 certified; full gigabit; 12x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports
• x 1000 Mbps combo ports (either 1000 Mbps/ SFPs or 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports can be used)
• 16 electrical ports
• temperature range -40 °C to +70 °C
• PROFINET IO device; Ethernet/IP-compliant
• C-PLUG slot

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Functional and saves space

SCALANCE XB208

• managed Layer 2 IE switch
• 8x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports 1x console port
• diagnostics LED redundant power supply IEC 62443-4-2 certified
• temperature range 0 °C to +60 °C
• DIN-rail mounting
• 8 ports
• default PROFINET; Ethernet/IP-compliant

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SCALANCE XB216

• managed Layer 2 IE switch,
• 16X 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports, 1x console port
• IEC 62443-4-2 certified
• temperature range 0 °C to +60 °C
• DIN-rail mounting
• PROFINET IO device Ethernet/IP certificate
• default PROFINET.

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Additionally, Siemens provides ample optimal port options with their SFP ports to ensure that each customer finds the proper plug-in for their Scalance ethernet switch. The SFP plug-in transceivers expand the Scalance X portfolio and increase the number of applications and flexibility of Scalance X products with SFP slots.

Scalance – Industrial Wireless Local Area Network

Scalance Wireless LAN offers simple to high-performance Wi-Fi solutions. Unique elements called IFeatures are integrated into demanding and high-performance wireless LANs, allowing Scalance IWLAN to fulfill many industrial applications.

IFeatures:

• Industrial Parallel Redundancy Protocol – For trouble with poor wireless coverage or disturbance, the IPRP features uses redundancy technology to prevent these issues. Utilizing two radio links in wireless networks enables a second path that continues running if the initial path is disturbed.

• Industrial Point Coordination Function – the use of RCoax radiating cables instead of conventional antennas ensures real-time communication that is reliable and continuous. 
• Inter AP- Blocking – AP Blocking prevents data manipulation and theft by allowing only devices connected to verified IP addresses to connect to the Wireless LAN instead of the usual process where anyone can connect to the network.

SCALANCE W778-1 M12 EEC

• 1 radio and 2 N-CON antenna ports
• supports iFeatures via a key plug
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n, 2.4/5 GHz, gross data rate 300 Mbps, 2x M12 max. 100 Mbps
• PoE integrated 2-port switch
• redundant 24 V DC, M12 A-coded IP65
• Temperature range from -40°C to 75 °C.
• Plug slot WPA2/802.11i/e
• M12 sealing caps, for operation outside of USA/Israel.

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SCALANCE W734-1 RJ45

•  1 radio and 2 R-SMA antenna ports
• supports iFeatures via a key plug
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n, 2.4/5GHz, gross data rate 300 Mbit/s, 2x RJ45 max. 100 Mbit/s
• PoE integrated 2-port switch, redundant 24 V DC, joint block, IP30
• Temperature range from -20 °C to 60 °C
•  Plug slot WPA2/802.11i/e
•  1x joint block; for operation outside of USA/Israel.

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SCALANCE W788-2 RJ45 access point

• 2 radios and 6 R-SMA antenna ports
• supports iFeatures via a key plug-in
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n, 2.4/5GHz, gross 450 Mbit/s per radio, 1x RJ45 max. 1 Gbit/s, PoE, redundant 24 V DC, joint block, IP30
• Temperature range from -20°C to 60 °C
• Plug slot, WPA2/802.11i/e
• 2x joint blocks; for operation outside of USA/Israel.

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SCALANCE W774-1 M12 EEC

• 1 radio, and 2 R-SMA antenna ports
•  supports iFeatures via a key plug
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n, 2.4/5GHz, gross data rate 300 Mbit/s, 2x M12 max. 100 Mbit/s
• PoE integrated 2-port switch
• redundant 24 V DC, M12 A-coded IP30
• Temperature range of 30 °C to 65 °C
• plug slot WPA2/802
• M12 sealing caps, for operation outside of USA/Israel.

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Protect Your Network With Scalance S Industrial Security Appliance

Scalance S Industrial Security Appliance Technology ensures that your network is secured from internal and external attacks. Since all levels are addressed simultaneously at the same time, a multi-faceted defense-in-depth approach embedded in the industrial security applications prevented threats from accessing the system.

Threats and malware are recognized early in the process. When these vulnerabilities are analyzed, the system gives detailed security measures to protect network data. Siemens’s resourceful technology continuously monitors the network systems to always provide optimal protection. Whether the objective is cell protection, dynamic firewall rules, or authenticating access via VPN, Scalance protects networks due to its extensive portfolio of security mechanisms. These mechanisms are combined and used against threats protecting against unintentional or intentional system access and attacks.

Compatible Accessories With Scalance

There are a variety of accessories that are compatible to use with the Scalance series, including FastConnect cabling technology. FastConnect’s quick assembly system makes configuring bus systems and networks quick, easy, and error-free, thanks to optimally coordinated components. FastConnect consists of industrial-suited cables and connectors. Additionally, the tools are useful for Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and PROFIBUS.

A flexible and halogen-free OM4 cable variant from the SIMATIC NET cable portfolio makes it possible to set up a future-proof FO data network with LC connection technology, even in industrial applications.

Professional Services for Industrial Network Communication Systems

if you need expert support in consulting with:

• on-site support and services
• technical design and consulting
• integration and deployment
• hardware setup
• product selection

Contact E.B. Horsman PAC Divison. Our expert technical consulting supports industrial needs; this specialized team helps engineers and technicians optimize design and specification while seamlessly managing parts inventory, logistics, payables, and more.

About Siemens Canada

Any contractor, end-user, or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the electrical industry has heard of the name Siemens; it has long been a leader in the electrical manufacturing industry.

For over 150 years, they have been known for engineering excellence, innovation, quality and reliability. Siemens innovation in the fields of electrification, automation and digitalization has been a key factor in making its products the Canadian choice. Companies in various industries including commercial, residential, industrial and institutional, rely on Siemens to provide them with the products they need. Learn more from our supplier partner, Siemens.

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