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Easily Use Popular PC Applications ! |
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Feature 1
Data Collection
Collect production data and replay the data for system analysis. |
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Feature 2
Data Transfer
Transfer collected production data to common PC applications via ADO, DDE, DLL, OPC, or SQL interfaces. |
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Remote Monitoring by PC and by Internet |
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Feature 3
Factory Gateway Data
Simple and quick remote monitoring using graphic data stored in Factory Gateway units. |
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Feature 4
Multi-point Remote Monitoring via a Web Server
Build a monitoring system using the Internet or an intranet. |
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Easy Data Sharing without Programming ! |
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Feature 5
Automatic Sharing of Production Data
Link PLCs of different manufacturers without special programming. |
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Feature 6
Monitor and use production data collected in a GP/GLC unit from factory-floor controllers. |
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Examples of programless functions made possible by combining Factory Gateway with the software described on the right. |
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Protocol Conversion |
Programless conversion of serial communication protocols to allow easy use of data on a host computer.
Allows access to data from PLCs, temperature controllers, inverters, and others.
More than 200 protocols and 800 models supported.*1 |
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| Data Distribution |
Data Distribution |
Enables easy data exchange between connected controllers at preset timing or triggered event.*2 |
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| GP/GLC Communications |
Allows not only PLC but other type device data to be easily monitored on GP/GLC units. |
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| Data Use |
Collection |
Enables easy data collection at preset timing or event. Combination with GP-Viewer also allows graphical display. |
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| Playback |
Enables easy playback of accumulated data. Desired time periods are reproduced via on-screen display. |
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| Application Support |
Comprehensive server functions, including OPC, DDE, DLL, and API, enable data exchange with a wide range of applications. |
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| Remote Monitoring |
Remote Monitoring |
Simple and quick graphical monitoring of past and present production screen data stored in Factory Gateway units. |
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| Enhanced Internet Monitoring |
Further enhances the remote monitoring function to enable easy monitoring via the Internet.*3 |
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*1 Supported devices are continuously being added. Click here for more information about the Connectable Controllers list.
*2 Data transfer speed varies depending on the communications speed of Factory Gateway and the connected devices. (1s minimum)
*3 Requires a separate PC. No software necessary in the remote client PC.
*4 Certain feature restrictions apply. |
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Caution: Before operating any of these products, please be sure to read all related manuals thoroughly. |
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