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Revolutionizing the connection between operator and machine

Hartness is presenting its next generation interface platform, Hartness Connect™, designed to turn its secondary packaging equipment into smart connected devices. This platform features a simple intuitive interface built on the powerful B&R PPC900 industrial PC and hosts a suite of powerful apps that improve efficiency and utilization in all aspects of owning, operating, and maintaining Hartness equipment.

See Hartness Connect at booth S-7179

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