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Exploring ATEX and SIL-2 compatible industrial solutions

The world of industry creates a dangerous workplace. From the highly automated factory floor to heavy industries such as mining, it is vital that we apply standards that ensure workers and equipment are kept safe from harmful conditions.

Revolutionizing the industry through data exploitation

Contact Us On December 11, 2023, APEM signed a Chair agreement dedicated to data and artificial intelligence (AI) in industry with TBS Education (Toulouse Business School). This 3-year partnership represents a strategic turning point for APEM and will allow us to exploit the huge potential of data to improve our products and services. TBS’s expertise in AI and data analysis offers APEM innovative insights for optimizing our processes, increasing operational efficiency, and strengthening our leading position in the human-machine interface industry. This strategic alliance illustrates our commitment to excellence and innovation, preparing APEM to meet tomorrow’s challenges more effectively and with an undeniable competitive advantage. It reflects APEM’s aim, as a dynamic industrial company, of streamlining its processes related to data processing converging with TBS Education’s expertise in this key issue. The partnership includes several measures for supporting APEM’s drive for innovation and helping it with its skills development. By working closely with TBS, APEM is positioning itself not only as a pioneer in its field but also as a key player in the evolution of the industry, guided by data intelligence. Revolutionizing the industry through data exploitation | Apem Blog On December 11, 2023, APEM signed a Chair agreement dedicated to data and artificial intelligence (AI) in industry with TBS Education (Toulouse Business School).

Design Controls for the User – Part 1: Ergonomics

Creating an effective control system demands that engineers place the human operator at the center of every design. In this short series of blogs, we will look at the human element of control design, and some of the considerations that engineers need to consider when creating controls for today’s complex machinery.

APEM: Your one-stop source for comprehensive HMI solutions

In the dynamic realm of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology, APEM stands out as a beacon of innovation and diversity. With a vast portfolio that covers every aspect of HMI requirements, APEM provides an unparalleled range of products, making it a unique player in the industry. Let’s dig into APEM’s capacity to deliver complete, customized HMI solutions, highlighting our unmatched product diversity.

What is the difference between the level of sealing and the type of sealing?

When considering a sealing for your solution it is not just the level of sealing that is relevant but also the type of sealing. The IP rating tells you the level of protection, and the type of sealing tells you which part of the component it stands for. These terms help you determine the suitability of the component for your application and environment.

Humans and Machines

In the last quarter of 2023, APEM had the opportunity to present its products and solutions to a trade fair audience. Our teams were able to demonstrate the highlights of APEM components, joysticks and panel solutions in Sweden, at the Elmia Subcontractor trade fair.

The Role of APEM Human-Machine Interfaces in New Mobility and Public Transport

e-Transportation : enhancing the user experience with APEM Human-Machine solutions.

How to protect your HMI against salt?

When your application is used outside near the coast, for example at a port, or during winter when the roads need cleaning, it will be exposed to salt. See the video or read below for more information on what kind of damage salt can do to HMIs and how to prevent it.

Indicate status with just the right color in daylight and extreme conditions

Dynamic illumination with rgb lighting A clear status read makes operating the application more efficient, and the right color or a light sequence can transfer a lot of info in the blink of an eye. RGB lighting especially, with its customizable color spectrum, allows for dynamic illumination improving safety and operational awareness. However, with the new version of the slightly larger Q25 & Q30 indicators that now includes RGB illumination, you don’t just get a clear status read in just the right color, you also get the “high” in high-grade indication. Standard single color or RGB – these Ø25 and Ø30 mm indicators are designed to look good and work hard. The flush stainless-steel look with a reinforced internal construction allows the indicators to withstand extreme conditions, such as freezing temperatures, chemicals, sunlight, and transient spikes. Contact Us MAIN APPLICATIONS Transportation (rail and telematics) Generators and inverters Oil and gas industry Vehicles Food and beverage industry TECHNICAL FEATURES Ø25 mm or Ø30 mm RGB illumination with 6 SMT LED chips Mega bright LEDs viewed through a Fresnel lens for daylight viewing Stainless steel 316L marine grade chamfered bezel IP67 & IP69K above panel sealed with potted back end Hard-wearing 20AWG wires UL1061 Voltage options 12V to 24VAC/DC with reverse voltage protection EXPERT’S ADVICE In an era where safety and efficiency are paramount, APEM’s RGB versions of Q25 & Q30 indicators are designed to meet the needs of a dynamic market. Whether in manufacturing facilities, control rooms, or automotive systems, its purpose in the market is crystal clear: to provide real-time, multi-color status indication, enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and control. Do not hesitate to contact us for a custom solution. Matthew Davies, Product Manager BENEFITS Easily readable from long distance and in daylight Highly durable with front and rear sealing Visual feedback with just the right color for the function

Nice to see you!

On September 26, 27 and 28, APEM and IDEC brought together most of their distributors from EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) in Montauban, not far from the group’s headquarters.

The influence of additive manufacturing in the HMI market

Traditional manufacturing techniques have been with us for decades. Machining, molding, stamping and plating have all played a huge role in how modern manufacturers deliver their products.

Joysticks For the Modern Vehicle Cabin

Modern industrial vehicles and machinery must be controlled with great precision. The vehicle driver needs controls that allow them to operate equipment safely and efficiently. Despite advances in other digital technologies, the joystick remains an unparalleled solution for the modern operator.