Introduction to LineInterpreter
LineInterpreter is a hosted, browser-based platform for monitoring and visualising data from industrial control systems (PLCs and similar devices). It enables operations and engineering teams to:
- View live process data as it is collected from connected equipment.
- Analyse historical trends across any time window.
- Enter downtime and shift information to provide context for data trends.
- Configure alarms and thresholds to be notified when values move outside acceptable ranges.
- Build and share custom dashboards that give your team exactly the information they need.
Who is LineInterpreter for?
Section titled “Who is LineInterpreter for?”LineInterpreter is designed for operators, engineers, and managers who need to understand what is happening on the plant floor. No programming knowledge is required to use the interface.
Key concepts
Section titled “Key concepts”| Concept | Description |
|---|---|
| Ops Console | Or Operations Console, a central interface to view the current shift’s performance and enter shift notes, and downtime information. |
| Dashboard | A collection of charts and indicators that display one or more monitor points in a visual layout. |
| Chart | A visual element inside a dashboard — e.g. a line chart, gauge, or table. |
| Communication Instance | A computer deployed on the customer’s site that handles data communication between LineInterpreter and the connected devices (PLCs). |
| PLC Connection | A configured link from LineInterpreter to a physical or virtual controller that provides data. |
| Monitor Point | A single data channel sourced from a connected device (e.g. a temperature sensor or motor speed). |
| Display | A computer used to view dashboards in real-time, managed from the LineInterpreter application, generally located on the plant floor, displaying dashboards in kiosk mode on a large screen. |