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Banner Provides Another Connection to the IIoT With the Release of Their Direct Select™ Operator Interface Node

Introducing the Direct Select™ from Banner 

The Direct Select™ is a multi-function operator interface that improves communication between staff, supervisors, assets, and equipment. It features multiple input, indication, and display capabilities and can be used to send and receive information, direct actions, track performance, monitor equipment, and much more.

  • Battery-powered wireless device installs easily on mobile and stationary assets, machines, or equipment
  • Two-way communication between devices over a secure, robust Sure Cross® wireless network
  • Versatile operator interface can be used as an input or output device in a wide range of applications
  • Three-digit numeric display (0 – 999) indicates quantity, location, position, or other instructions
  • Bright, eight-color indicator can be linked to device inputs or remote inputs from within the network
  • Capacitive touch input requires no physical pressure to actuate and can be activated with a glove
  • Quick, easy setup using on-board DIP switches
  • Combine with DXM controller to handle multiple requests

 

Direct Select™ Capabilities

  1. Connect with wireless tower lights to know the status of a station without surveying or local bingo board
  2. Use one device to designate an entire pick sequence by pairing with color touch buttons
  3. Make any robot a mobile pick station
  4. Make any cart a mobile pick station
  5. Let the operator know who is bring them their parts 
  6. Keep track of how many devices pulled for inspection/rejection by an operator
  7. Use as a countdown timer with color indication of time remaining
  8. Remote temp/humidity monitoring with high/low temp visual and audible indicator
  9. Remotely monitor fluid tank fluid levels with wireless analog sensor

For more information or to set-up a demo with one our specialists call us at 800-228-2790.

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