Create Smartphone Visualization in the HMI Editor
Easily create your remote HMI using the Unified-E App Designer - perfect for stationary, mobile, or hybrid solutions. You decide whether to optimize the layout specifically for mobile devices or keep the stationary view for large displays with scrollbars.
Use your smartphone or tablet as part of your IIoT strategy - either as a supplement to an existing operator panel or as a standalone HMI. Simply download the Unified-E Client from the store and register your configured HMI app in the Unified-E App Manager.
Now you're ready to go on your Android or iOS device!
The App Manager is installed directly near the plant on a Windows computer and functions as a gateway between smartphones and PLCs or other endpoints (learn more about Gateway Communication).
Easily configure your remote HMI in the Unified-E App Designer HMI editor.
Smartphone as a Supplement or Standalone HMI
The smartphone HMI is often used as an additional interface for monitoring and controlling plants and operator stations. The existing visualization on stationary operator panels does not need to be replaced or modified - Unified-E is ideal as an autonomous additional HMI for remote monitoring.
In some applications, the mobile HMI on tablets or smartphones even serves as the sole control solution - without requiring a stationary operator panel.
Cloud-Based Alarms: Real-Time Notifications Directly to Your Smartphone
The Unified-E App Manager, installed on a PC near the plant, offers a powerful alarm management system: In case of errors, malfunctions, or threshold violations, you receive an instant push notification on your smartphone, allowing you to respond in real time. This helps prevent plant downtime, improves OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and enhances productivity according to the principles of Smart Manufacturing. Unified-E is ideally suited for industrial automation and process automation environments.
Additionally, pending alarms can be displayed clearly within the HMI operator app using a configurable alarm message table in tile mode - ensuring maximum readability and quick orientation.
Easy Setup and Transparent Licensing
Setting up smartphone-based monitoring with Unified-E is intentionally simple: Your HMI visualization can be easily configured using the Unified-E App Designer, which is available for free in the download section.
The Unified-E App Manager is installed on a Windows PC as a central IIoT interface. This PC manages communication with your mobile devices and remote alerting.
For licensing the Unified-E App Manager, you only need a single Gateway License that covers your entire application. For development purposes, you can use the free Developer License.
For continuous operation, three license types are available for remote monitoring with a smartphone:
- Basic License
Ideal if remote monitoring is performed exclusively within the local network - fixed price. - Standard License
Allows alarm notifications and internet access - subscription-based. Router configurations may be required. - Pro License
Allows alarm notifications and internet access with firewall-friendly setup - subscription-based. No router or firewall configurations are necessary.
Detailed information on license types and pricing can be found under Pricing.
Your visualization can be conveniently configured using the Unified-E App Designer. This tool is available for free and enables intuitive design for smartphone and tablet HMIs.
A mid-range PC - typically equipped with an Intel i5 processor - is generally sufficient to support a smaller number of smartphones or tablets.
Why Choose Smartphone Monitoring with Unified-E?
- Custom Smartphone Visualization – Designed with the Unified-E App Designer
- Smartphone HMI – As a supplement or standalone solution
- Real-Time Monitoring & Live Data Access – Powered by the Unified-E App Manager
- Instant Alerts – Cloud-based alarm server with push notifications for malfunctions
- Flexible Alarm Display – Configurable as a table or responsive tile view
- Maximum Flexibility – Monitoring or (if enabled) direct control
- Easy Setup – Includes firewall-friendly options without router configuration
- Efficient Process Optimization with Smart Manufacturing – Faster response, less downtime, maximum productivity
Typical Applications
- Industrial Plants – 24/7 Remote Monitoring – Access plant status anytime via smartphone
- Water Treatment Plants & Sewage Facilities – Remote Monitoring – Monitor disturbances & water levels remotely
- Building Automation – Real-Time Status – Track HVAC systems, energy consumption & alarms via app
- Process Automation – Monitor Chemical Processes – Access temperature, pressure & measurement data remotely
- Energy Management – Load Profiles & Consumption – Analyze energy data in real-time & detect faults
- Machine Maintenance – Predictive Monitoring & Smart Manufacturing – Early fault detection through remote monitoring and remote optimization of production
- Refrigeration Technology – Temperature & Alarm Management – Monitor cooling systems & server rooms via app