Atlas Copco HEX@ vacuum controller

Atlas Copco has developed the HEX@ vacuum controller for industrial processes 4.0. It serves as an enhanced control centre for vacuum pumps and systems. It is designed to ensure higher vacuum performance and functionality as well as increased user empowerment across a large range of applications.

Featuring increased connectivity and system integration, it has a clean and intuitive user interface. Users access key data directly on the home screen and can access further settings and controls easily using the on-display menu. Relevant pump data is displayed quickly and the controller can be individually configured by users so that only selected values, such as discharge temperature, power consumption or inlet pressure, are displayed.

The communication options for HEX@ enabled pumps are also diverse. Users can access the unit remotely using smartphones, tablets, laptops or PC; alternatively, access can be via the onboard HMI interface or a local device connected to the machine using wired or Wi-Fi-based connections.

Users can choose to connect fully to their local network and the cloud. The device will also support other communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, EtherCat, Profinet, Modbus TCP, Profibus and OPC UA.

The HEX@ controller is continuously collecting and processing a wide range of pump data, which can be used to evaluate performance and trends.