PackML HMI Template Project

Consistency for machines in packaging lines

zenon template for PackML HMI 

• Help operators to master a variety of machines through a common HMI UI concept.
• Ensure increased efficiency and reduced maintenance costs
• Speed up the implementation of your HMI solution by using ready-made components
• Optimize your machine HMI for optimum usability; comply with OMAC´s PackML Implementation Guide for HMIs
• Benefit from limitless expansion options towards integrated OT/IT solutions, including ISA 88 batch control.

What is PackML HMI?

OMAC – the organization for machine automation and control – is the publisher of the PackML standard. PackML aims to bring consistency to machines in packaging lines. It defines mandatory pack tags for data exchange, state models, and – in Implementation Guide Part 6* – an approach for harmonized user interfaces. As a member of OMAC and co-author of the document, COPA-DATA offers a template for HMIs that is fully compliant with the implementation guide. It supports both machine builders and end users.   

*PackML Implementation Guide Part 6: PackML HMIs – User Interfaces, Stacklights, and Push-Button Controls 

What you get

A template containing all you need to get started. The provided content will make it easy for you to start using zenon and to set up the HMI design for your machine.

• Template project with fully functional navigation in compliance with the PackML HMI Guide
• User machine interface based on PackTags
• Template screens for your HMI application
• Dashboarding, alarms, event list and trends to help you run your production processes smoothly.
• Reusable components in the form of zenon Smart Objects, such as:
  • PackML state machine visualization
  • OEE calculation as per the PackML OEE Implementation Guide
  • “Time in states” chart
  • Other dashboard elements, for great HMI design

Embedded demonstration and simulation components supporting rapid engineering. The template contains hints and simulated demo elements so you can see at first glance where to add your content.

• Sample content can easily be replaced with your own machine content 
• Engineer your modern HMI design application and test it against the simulation even when off-line 
• Easily replace the simulation with the real machine 

A basis for limitless expansion options to move towards your vision. zenon is a comprehensive platform and supports scalable and extendable applications.

Enhance your HMI by adding extra functionalities. Such as:

• Advanced recipe management 
• ISA 88 batch control 
• Flexible network architectures, incl. integration at line level 
• Cloud integration 
• Archiving and reporting