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Pro-face has set the standard for Human Machine Interface and Industrial Personal Computers. A global company, with a local presence, Pro-face provides global product availability, support, and service.

We help manufacturers, big and small, solve their toughest factory problems and make their companies efficient, automated and profitable. As an ISO 9001 certified company, Pro-face was the first company to produce a touch screen flat panel operator interface. Their hardware and software connect to more third party devices than any others in the industry. But what really sets their offer apart is their commitment to be a true partner with customers.

Pro-face HMIs are the easiest to use, most reliable and advanced in the industry, and their support sets them apart. Whether you’re ready to improve your current process or looking to design and build your next generation machine, turn to Pro-face first.

HMI centric solutions approach connects the best of the human workforce with the leading and innovative digital technology.

Pro-face HMIs are indispensable for existing installations and next-generation machines. Your advantages with Pro-face Human-Machine Interfaces are:

High-flexibility: usual 3-year development time is reduced by up to 75% to around 1 year thanks to an easy OT/IT connectivity, a scalable and customizable solution and a ready-to-use embedded HMI service to access securely and remotely to machines.

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Simple visibility: operability greatly improved by using a bright display, intuitive layout design to access precise information and a modern visualization with high-resolution and smooth response time.
Strong reliability: Maintenance efficiency increased by up to 30% through HMI specialist support assured by a robust and cyber secure solution, a global availability support and an effortless migration strategy for long term HMI customer driven by innovation.
Innovative integration: from simple need requesting quick and efficient information to outdoor activities where visibility is the key, Pro-face HMIs promotes "smartification" of your factories making the best of the human workforce with the digital technology.
Customer's trust: Pro-face HMIs' strength is naturally recognized by customers, which equipped over 6 millions installation in 2021; 1 HMI out of 6 in the world is branded Pro-face.

New Standard, New Value for HMI
GP series has been well-received by a lot of customers since a full graphical touch panel monitor was developed in 1988 for the first time in the world. Our wide variety of hardware products include Standard that is widely used for operation display of a range of control devices such as PLC, Compact, Modular Type, and so on. As a flagship model, SP5000 series, "Smart Portal", is available. SP5000 series offers unprecedented solutions for utilization of increasingly sophisticated information.

Achieve a new level of visualization with web HMI
Web HMI is a display unit that uses a Web browser to act as a Web client to visualize internal contents of PLCs and other devices. The STW6000 is a Basic Web HMI that easily displays HTML5 information on-site, a luxury body brought to life by HMI specialists for use on simple machines, a product that meets maintenance, durability, and industrial-level needs.

HMI + control
Pro-face HMI + Control products combine built-in PLC functionality with an operator interface, lowering overall system costs and panel space without need of PLC.

Flat panel monitors
Pro-face Flat Panel Monitors are industrial PC monitors with a touch panel mounted and offer solutions for difficult installation due to a harsh production-work site environment or limitation of space.

There are 3 ways to configure the right Pro-face HMI:

1. Configure it by main feature

This configuration mode allows you to choose a HMI, regardless of its series, just by starting with a key characteristic of your application.
(clicking on a button will open a detailed configurator below where you can then do your selection)

Categories				Features				Cabinet requirements			Special applications
Standard HMIs	HMIs + control	Web HMIs	Flat panels	Color screen HMIs	Monochrome screen HMIs	Capacitive touchscreen HMIs	Resistive touchscreen HMIs	HMIs with AC supply	HMIs with DC supply	22mm mounting hole HMIs	IP67 HMIs	ATEX compliant HMIs
Standard all-in-one HMIs	HMI with the control module separatable from the display, for higher flexibility.	Unique HMIs that easily display HTML5 data from multiple connected devices	Industrial flat panel displays with high environmental resistance	16.7M colors for bright and clear process and controls display	Proven monochrome displays with optional color backlight for signalling	Precise and multi-touch for advanced control	Proven and resistant to harsh electrically-polluted environments	Direct supply on AC auxiliary circuits, to minimize load on costly 24Vdc power supply units	DC supply, to benefit from highly regulated existing 24Vdc auxiliary network	Unique HMIs mounting on a ⌀22mm enclosure punch: last minute installation of an HMI is now possible	High ingress protection HMIs, for extreme conditions, hygienic environments	ATEX compliant HMIs for hazardous areas

2. Configure it by series name

This configuration mode is for users familiar with Pro-face HMIs
(clicking on a button will open a detailed configurator below where you can then do your selection)

	Smart Portal HMIs		Simple Touch HMIs		Web HMIs	Flat Panel HMIs		Standard HMIs					Touch HMIs + control
Series	SP5000 series Flagship Model of HMI for extensive use of information	SP5000X series Outdoor HMI resistant to extreme temperatures and direct sunlight	ST6000 Series Achieve a high level of vizualization with new basic HMI	STM6000 Series Achieve a high level of vizualization with new basic modular HMI	STW6000 Series Achieve a high level of vizualization with new basic web HMI	FP6000 Series Industrial Flat Panel Monitors adapt with various host devices, with style and robustness	FP5000 Series Industrial grade TFT display supporting gesture operation	GP4000 Series Pro-face Standard HMI with high connectivity and wide range of industrial compatiblity	GP4000M Series Flexible modular HMI to ease installation into a control panel	GP4000R Series Rear-mount model with flat mounting in GP4000 lineup	GP4000H Series Advanced Handheld Interface to get closer to your machine	GP4100 Series Compact HMIs with Pro-face DNA inherited	LT4000M Series Flexible installation using a circular hole or built-in I/O
Key features	Connect office networks and production networks after securing safety Quickly check the production status anywhere by using tablets / smartphones Use Windows applications via the On-Site Smart Portal	Enhance readability under sunlight thanks to a high brightness and anti-reflection screen Robustness backed by uncompromising quality standards (UV / full-coating) Environment resistant for use in various setting (High IP / ATEX and vibration/shock resistance	Refined quality display to improve operability and optimize machine informations Simple & easy interface to help increase productivity from installation to operation and maintenance High connectivity with rich interface and user-friendly protocols compliant with cyber secured solution	Easy modular installation which request no tools and a very fast mounting system through a 22mm diameter circular hole	Web display using a Web browser that easily display HTML5 formated content Can display multiple devices data on the same screen Can be displayed on PCs, tablets and smartphone	Adapt various host devices demands Aesthetic design to equip your machine with a high resolution and high quality HMI Designed and certified to be reliable all along the life cycle	Easy replacement of older series with automatic resolution adjustment and support of existing software equipment Modern features to allow multi-touch and intuitive operation Simple maintenance, setup and lower maintenance costs thanks to its protection standards	Smart and resistant display with enhanced durability, smart features two-point touching operation with matrix resistive panel Smart connection to connect to a wide range of control equipment Smart information sytem to display and export operation logs, historical trend graph,sampling data and many more	Easy modular installation which request no tools and a very fast mounting system through a 22mm diameter circular hole	Rear mounting enhance integration into machine design, seamless display area prevent accumulation of mold and dust With affixing an optional overlay, the protective structure performance equivalent to IP67 can be expected	Handeld HMI to suit any installation requirement Enhanced safety with built-in emergency stop switch push-button Extremely light and excellent visibility with high definition and wide viewing angles	Small-sized HMI but no compromise on visibility or operability Featured monochrome models with 2 backlight color patterns and horizontal/vertical installation possibility	Compact all-in-one unit with 22mm diameter circular hole for easy panel mounting Smart information sytem to display and export operation logs, historical trend graph and data sampling
Filter options	Premium / Advance displays Screen size: from 7" to 19" High Ingress Protection code (IP65 / IP66 / IP67) Available in resistive touch screen With conformal coating (*1)		Screen size: from 4" to 15" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen		Screen size: from 4" to 15" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen	Screen size: from 10" to 22" High Ingress Protection code (IP65 / IP66 / IP67) Available in both resistive or capacitive touch screen		Screen size: from 3.5" to 12.1" AC / DC supply voltage version Available in both resistive or matrix touch screen High Ingress Protection code (IP65) With conformal coating (*1)	Screen size: from 3.5" to 5.7" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen	Screen size: from 5.7" to 12.1" Available in resistive touch screen With conformal coating (*1)	Screen size: 5.7" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen With keypad	Screen size: from 3.4" to 4.3" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen Monochrome (STN) / Colored (TFT) screen	Screen size: from 3.5" to 5.7" High Ingress Protection code (IP65) Available in resistive touch screen Mounts on door with 22mm diameter hole
Interfaces	3 type of Box modules USB type A port + USB type mini-B port(1) 9-pin D-Sub connector(s)(2) Ethernet connector(s)(2) USB type A port(s) + USB type mini-B port(2) SD Card slot(2) CFast Card slot(s)(2) DVI-D output connector(2) Sound input / output / alarm connectors(2)	1 type of Box module 9-pin D-Sub connector(s)(2) Ethernet connector(s)(2) USB type A port(s) + USB type mini-B port(2) SD Card slot(s)(2) Sound input / output / alarm connectors(*2)	Ethernet port(s) USB type A port USB type mini-B port	9-pin D-Sub connector(s) Ethernet port(s) USB type A port USB type mini-B port	Ethernet port(s) USB type A port	-	DVI-D connector USB type mini-B port	Ethernet port(s) USB type A port USB type mini-B port SD card slot(*1)	9-pin D-Sub connector(s) Ethernet port(s) USB type A port(s) USB type mini-B port	9-pin D-Sub connector(s) Ethernet port(s) USB type A port(s) USB type mini-B port	9-pin D-Sub connector(s) Ethernet connector(s) USB type A port USB type mini-B port SD card slot	USB type A port USB type mini-B port Ethernet connector(1) Sub-D9 connector (1)	9-pin D-Sub connector(s) Ethernet connector USB type A port USB type mini-B port CANopen master connector DIO inputs (High speed counter / Pulse catch) DIO outputs (PWM / Pulse) AIO inputs (Voltage / Current / Temperature)(1) AIO outputs (Voltage / Current)(1)
Software compatibility	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX / BLUE	BLUE	HTML5	BLUE Open Studio	BLUE Open Studio	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX	GP-Pro EX

(*1) feature available in some models only
(*2) feature available with compatible control box

3. Configure it by size of the screen

This configuration mode allows you to choose a HMI, regardless of its series, just by starting with the screen size to fit in your application design.
(clicking on a button will open a detailed configurator below where you can then do your selection)

4. Software

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Pro-face Software products include HMI application creation, acquisition of a range of device information, and remote control and monitoring. In addition, software suitable for your application such as SCADA software that can be used for analysis of quality-related data is available.

Screen Editor "GP-Pro EX"
The de facto standard of screen creation.
A Premier HMI Development Software that supports Dedicated and Open HMI (PC-based) solutions. GP-Pro EX is compatible with data in the past and has lots of functions that reduce development time.

Data Management Software "Pro-Server EX"
See status at the production site anytime anywhere.
How can productivity and efficiency be improved without remodeling the existing equipment? The first step to cut waste at the production site and meet the diversified needs is to acquire all the data of the equipment. Pro-Server EX is data-collecting software that easily connects the production site to the office through a network with simple settings at low cost.

Remote Monitoring Software "GP-Viewer EX"
See on-site screens displayed on a PC.
GP-Viewer EX software allows you to monitor and operate on-site screens from a remote PC. It's unnecessary to newly create screens and programs. Remote control and monitoring systems can be easily configured.

Remote Monitoring Software for Mobile "Pro-face Remote HMI"
Carry around an HMI!
See information of equipment on a tablet or smartphone. Pro-face Remote HMI is remote monitoring software for mobile devices and allows viewing equipment information on a tablet or smartphone.

Software for remote viewing of HMI from Desktop PC "Pro-face Remote HMI Client for Win"
Remove viewing from Desktop PC
Pro-face Remote HMI Client for Win is a Windows Desktop application of the Pro-face Remote HMI app. It enables remove viewing of multiple HMI RT screens from one PC.

Versatile Software "BLUE"
The versatile software!
Revolutionary new software, BLUE will offer an alternative experience in hardware design. Anyone can easily create and change dynamic screens that allow for gesture operation. BLUE will provide a ground-breaking versatile design style.

Line Management Lite SCADA "BLUE Open Studio"
The Flexible Software solution!
Pro-face BLUE Open Studio is a development and runtime software that incorporates all of the tools users need to create SCADA HMI applications, dashboards and OEE interfaces.