Proface

Proface (Pro-face by Schneider Electric) is a global manufacturer specializing in human-machine interface (HMI) technology, industrial touch panels, operator terminals, and visualization solutions. PLC Direct supplies Proface HMI touch panels, operator interfaces, and display components supporting existing Proface systems across industrial applications. Our Proface collection serves customers sourcing replacement parts, legacy components, and production hardware to maintain operational continuity in installed Proface HMI environments.

Why Choose Proface: Advanced HMI and Visualization Technology

Proface specializes in HMI operator terminals, touch panel displays, and industrial visualization solutions, providing comprehensive human-machine interface technology for manufacturing automation and process control. Proface HMI products span standard touch panels with high-resolution displays, compact modular operators, advanced smart portal systems, and hybrid HMI-control solutions designed for machine operation, process visualization, and IoT connectivity.

Proface HMI systems are commonly deployed in:

• Manufacturing automation and production lines
• Packaging and food processing equipment
• Automotive assembly and component manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical production and clean room environments
• Material handling and warehouse systems
• Process industries and chemical manufacturing
• Machine tools and metalworking equipment
• Robotics and automated manufacturing cells

This broad industrial adoption reflects Proface's integration of touch panel technology, advanced visualization capabilities, PLC connectivity, and software platforms designed for machine builders, OEMs, and end users requiring operator interface solutions, process monitoring, and remote access capabilities.

Proface Products and Solutions

Proface organizes its HMI portfolio around standard touch panels, basic visualization systems, smart portal advanced HMI, modular operators, hybrid HMI-control products, and visualization software. The Proface collection at PLC Direct focuses on hardware supporting installed Proface systems for maintenance, replacement, and lifecycle continuity.

Proface Product Families

Proface products commonly supported include:

• GP4000 Series Standard HMI: Comprehensive touch panel portfolio with GP4000 standard models (display sizes: 5.7", 7" wide, 7.5", 10.4", 12.1" TFT color LCD, 65,536-color displays, resolutions from 320x240 QVGA to 640x480 VGA, resistive film analog touch panels, matrix touch options on select models, 50,000-hour LED backlight life at 25°C, 16-level brightness control, 24 V DC operation 19.2-28.8 V DC limits, serial interfaces RS-232C/RS-422/RS-485, Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, USB Type-A and mini-B ports, 16 MB user memory, IP65f front enclosure compliance, UL Hazardous Locations Class I Division 2 approvals, marine certifications DNV/GL/ABS/BV/LR/RINA/NK), GP4000R rear-mount series (flat mounting without visible bezel, prevention of dust accumulation, suitable for medical/food equipment), GP4000M modular series (φ22mm circular hole mounting, compact installation)
• GP4100 Series Compact HMI: Color models with enhanced specifications, network data collection capability, tablet remote monitoring support, high connectivity with wide range of industrial controllers, serial and Ethernet interfaces, USB expansion, compact form factors for space-constrained applications
• ST6000 Series Basic HMI: Next-generation basic visualization with ST6000 standard models (superior quality displays, wide resolution options, WVGA 800x480 to higher resolutions, enhanced operability, Pro-face Connect cloud connectivity, VPN gateway server capability without additional hardware, ATEX/IECEx Zone 2/22 approvals, industrial-grade 4G router compatibility, remote monitoring via AWS cloud), STM6000 modular variants (22mm hole mounting, space-saving installation), STC6000 hybrid HMI-control models, STW6000 web-based HMI systems
• LT4000M Series Hybrid HMI-Control: Modular systems with φ22mm hole mounting, integrated HMI and digital/analog control functions in single unit, CANopen communication for remote device data exchange, Modicon TM3 support, space and cost savings through combined functionality, HMI display with integrated I/O control capability
• SP5000 Series Smart Portal: Flagship advanced HMI models (display sizes: 7" wide, 10" wide, 12" wide, 15" wide, 15", 19" wide, Smart Portal information display optimization, Windows 10-based Open Box for multimedia access, Microsoft Office applications support Excel/Word, PDF readers and web browsers, multimedia player capability, Pro-Server EX SQL Server/Excel data linkage, Pro-face Remote HMI tablet/smartphone monitoring, FTP history data import), SP5000X outdoor/harsh environment models (sunlight-readable displays, extended temperature range -30°C to 70°C, UV protection with 99% UV cut at 380nm, corrosion resistance Class 3C3 per IEC 60721-3-3, DC 12-24V compatibility 10.8-28.8V for special vehicles, explosion-proof compliance Haz. Loc Class 1 Div 2 and ATEX/IECEx Zone 2/22, vibration/shock resistance 2G/40G for 7"/12" wide, separable display and box modules for quick component exchange)
• ET6000 Series Entry HMI: Cost-effective visualization with sufficient functionality, easy migration path with software and hardware compatibility, HMI Centric concept features, good performance for small to medium applications
• GP6000 Series (Legacy): Advanced HMI models including 12.1" standard (analog touch, panel dimensions compatible with predecessors, different display resolution, blink function support), 15" wide advanced (PCAP projected capacitive touch, different panel dimensions and resolution), 12" advanced (resistive two-point touch, compatible panel dimensions)
• GP-Pro EX Software Platform: Comprehensive HMI development environment with graphical design tools, extensive sample screens and templates, realistic 3D graphical parts library, splash screen customization with company logos, Siemens STEP7 tag import capability for reduced screen creation time, COGNEX In-Sight vision system integration (up to 16 cameras, 3 simultaneous video displays, X/Y positioning and exposure/focus/lighting adjustment), alarm and recipe management with CSV file editing, remote monitoring and data collection capabilities, screen transfer via USB flash memory or SD card without PC, commercially available USB Type-A to mini-B cable support
• BLUE Software: Modern HMI development platform with BLUE Open Studio, device/PLC connection support, basic license and advanced features, OPC-UA and Web API capability in full versions, group licensing for multi-PC installations
• Pro-face Remote HMI: Mobile monitoring solution supporting iOS 5.1+ and Android 2.3+, tablet and smartphone compatibility, synchronous mode for operator screen mirroring, asynchronous mode for independent monitoring, touch monopolize function preventing redundant operation, alarm notification with automatic screen switching, pinch/zoom operations for detail viewing, QR code deep linking, up to 100 registered servers, Wi-Fi connectivity requirement, supported on SP5000/GP4000/LT4000M series with GP-Pro EX v3.1+, Pro-face Remote HMI Server for Windows PC/IPC monitoring
• Pro-face Connect: Cloud-based remote access solution with ready-to-use configuration, internet remote access without IT department involvement, Smart Industry integration for existing networks, available on ST6000 series
• Communication and Connectivity: Wide PLC connectivity including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, GE, Modbus, and numerous industrial protocols, Ethernet Multi-Link for sub-display addition without controller setting changes, EZ Series USB accessories (fingerprint recognition, barcode readers), serial port expansion, USB device connectivity

Proface Products Available on PLC Direct

Proface products available through PLC Direct's collection include:

• GP4000 series HMI panels (5.7", 7", 7.5", 10.4", 12.1" models), standard/rear-mount/modular variants, analog and matrix touch versions
• GP4100 series compact color HMI displays, network-enabled models
• ST6000 series basic HMI displays (standard, modular, hybrid, web variants), various screen sizes
• LT4000M series modular HMI-control hybrid units, 22mm mounting models
• SP5000 series Smart Portal advanced HMI (standard and outdoor/harsh environment models), various display sizes
• SP5000X outdoor/special-purpose HMI panels, sunlight-readable and explosion-proof variants
• ET6000 series entry-level HMI displays
• GP6000 series legacy advanced HMI panels
• GP-Pro EX software licenses (single PC, group licenses), development tools
• BLUE software packages, basic and advanced licenses
• Communication cables (RS-232C, RS-422, RS-485, USB transfer cables, Ethernet cables)
• USB accessories (Type-A to mini-B cables, USB extension cables, conversion adapters)
• Replacement components (display modules, DC power connectors, mounting hardware, installation nuts)
• Memory expansion (SD cards, USB flash drives for screen transfer)
• EZ Series USB peripherals (barcode readers, fingerprint units)
• Screen protection covers, hard screen protectors, anti-rotation cable clamps
• Replacement batteries for backup memory (5-year recommended replacement interval)

These products are sourced for repair, replacement, and lifecycle support of existing Proface HMI systems.

Lifecycle Support for Proface Automation Systems

PLC Direct supports Proface human-machine interface systems by supplying inventory-backed hardware across multiple stages of the system lifecycle. Our focus centers on helping customers maintain operational continuity within existing Proface HMI and operator terminal environments.

Lifecycle-focused support includes:

• Proface HMI inventory supporting currently deployed GP4000, ST6000, and SP5000 series panels
• Proface panel components for maintaining earlier installations, including legacy GP6000 and discontinued HMI models
• Select discontinued Proface products available based on stock and sourcing capability
• Display modules, touch panels, communication cables, and USB accessories in various configurations
• Replacement parts including power connectors, mounting hardware, and screen protectors

Additional support may include:

• Stock-backed availability to support replacement needs
• Assistance with locating difficult-to-source legacy components
• Support with part number identification and compatibility verification
• 1-year warranty coverage on supplied products

PLC Direct supplies Proface industrial HMI hardware for replacement and maintenance purposes and does not provide system design, programming, or integration services.