Rockwell Automation Unveils PanelView Pro: High-Performance Visualization for Modern Manufacturing

Transforming Manufacturing with PanelView Pro

Rockwell Automation, a leader in industrial automation, has announced its latest innovation, the PanelView Pro. This advanced visualization terminal is tailored specifically for demanding manufacturing environments. With an emphasis on efficiency, enduring performance, and modularity, the PanelView Pro is designed to help manufacturers elevate their operations while addressing critical challenges posed by aging infrastructure.

Addressing Modern Manufacturing Challenges

Manufacturers today face increasing pressure to modernize outdated systems. One of the primary challenges is maintaining operational continuity amidst evolving cybersecurity concerns and compliance requirements. Outdated Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) often necessitate complete application redevelopments, reconfigurations of control panels, and potential downtime in production.

The PanelView Pro offers a solution by allowing manufacturers to retain existing FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME) applications while transitioning to a state-of-the-art hardware platform. This capability minimizes disruptions and supports a smoother migration to modern systems.

Angela Rapko, Vice President and General Manager at Rockwell Automation, emphasizes the need for visualization technologies that can keep pace with increasingly complex operations while supporting long-term modernization goals. "PanelView Pro combines the power, durability, and flexibility that customers expect from an advanced visual interface with a modular design to simplify maintenance and protect existing investments in FactoryTalk View ME," she notes.

Key Features of PanelView Pro

1. High Performance: Built on a modern hardware platform, PanelView Pro ensures improved processing speeds, responsive graphics, and enhanced connectivity, all tailored to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced manufacturing environments.

2. Modular Architecture: The design segregates display and logic components, allowing customers to swap out individual modules rather than replacing entire terminals. This modularity reduces maintenance costs and enhances system availability.

3. Cybersecurity Readiness: With a managed operating system and secure remote access features, PanelView Pro helps manufacturers adapt to changing cybersecurity needs and supports modernization initiatives while mitigating risks associated with connected operations.

4. Streamlined Migration Path: The new terminal supports the reuse of existing applications and popular cutouts, making it easier to transition from PanelView Plus 7 Performance terminals without incurring excessive engineering efforts or production downtime.

Craig Resnick, Vice President of the ARC Advisory Group, further emphasizes the importance of practical solutions for manufacturers seeking to modernize aging HMI infrastructures while ensuring production continuity and enhancing cybersecurity. He states, "PanelView Pro provides a more potent visualization while simplifying the migration of FactoryTalk View ME, thereby protecting existing investments. This lifecycle-oriented approach helps reduce costs, complexity, and operational risk during modernization, while also supporting long-term reliability and informed decision-making."

Availability and Future Developments

PanelView Pro is an integral part of Rockwell's visualization portfolio, providing clear pathways for the modernization of FactoryTalk View ME applications while simplifying lifecycle management. Initially available to customers starting in Q4 2026, additional modular components and tailored configurations are set to be released throughout 2027.

For more detailed information about PanelView Pro, please visit Rockwell Automation's official website.

In summary, the PanelView Pro represents a significant advancement in the realm of industrial automation, specifically addressing the unique challenges faced by modern manufacturers and setting the stage for a more integrated, efficient, and intelligent manufacturing landscape.