Weintek Love in the Wild

Love Weintek. I just completed a building automation project with a cMTX hmi and onboard codesys. Awesome gear.

I really like Weintek's products, cost benefit, high technology and secrets that I have unraveled that not even the tutorials explain that it is possible. CMT Line: Remote Access, Web Page, with native MQTT talking directly to AWS, AZURE, serves as supervisory. G01 this gateway is fantastic: it serves for any integrated modbus server PLC, native MQTT and OPC UA with 15 thousand tags without licensing, very easy integration with SCADA, talks with SQL server database, and My SQL, and the best thing is that it creates the tables without you having to configure anything, just the communication, it can simulate OFF LINE that EBPRO simulates as a physical hmi interface. FHDX 820: serves as mini SCADA without the use of an industrial PC, perhaps the only difference is that it does not have a Java script, but it has a macro that solves a lot, animations, alarms, events, recipes, it even triggers the PLC of different machines and without paying a license. EASYACCESS 2.0: remote access works miracles, it is possible to access the entire network and not just the HMI in question, firewall does not exist for it. WEINCLOUD.NET: Low-cost web SCADA creation per tag And the possibility of the entire CMT line becoming PLC codesys by activating license, very low cost.

Playing around with some of the other features in Weintek USA Easy Builder Pro software. They have an MQTT broker, this is pretty neat. What you're seeing below is data from several IO Link sensors, all ifm sensors connected to a 4 port master. All of this is programmed in CODESYS North America Codesys 3.5 running on the HMI. I set up an MQTT topic within Easy Builder Pro to publish the temperature sensor value to and the status of it being connected. This is set to publish every second. Using MQTT.FX (you can get a free 90 day trial) on my laptop, I'm able to subscribe to that topic and see the data published.

Automation doesn't always need to be so expensive. I use and know the expensive brands often, and always will, but there is a need for what I've been developing. Here's my first demo video of the control library in action. Conveyor demo will be next. Follow JD Controls LLC, it'll be done hopefully next week. This is a mock up of a very simple batch control system. Adds 2 ingredients per recipe to a batch tank. Ingredients are totalized from flow. Transfers out to a filler. The intent is to demo the controls library, not to design an elaborate process. I'm a controls engineer, not a process engineer. Using a Weintek HMI and CODESYS North America, both with free software downloads, I created a library of PLC code and HMI templates/popups that includes many features I like from PlantPAx as well as other projects I've worked on over the years. Features include: •State Machine control using S88 standard •ISA101 - High Performance HMI color scale and design theory •Equipment Module sequencer control •Creation of "parameterized popups" as seen in higher priced HMI software - This took a lot of Codesys programming creativity •Permissive and Interlock objects for each controlled device - Forgot to show those popups in this demo video, oops! •Easily scalable for adding features/controls per customer request I'm taking the more affordable solutions and putting in the effort to make them look and feel like the higher priced solutions.

Having a little fun giving this controls library a makeover. At first I typically just focus on functionality, without making things too ugly, but understanding they will need some love in the future. The popups are due for some love. This is continuation of my "PlantPAx Lite" (I do need a better name for it) controls library using CODESYS North America and Weintek Easy Builder Pro HMI software. I'm developing a library very similar in look, feel, and functionality to PlantPAx, but much lighter - just covering the basics and easily scalable if the customer needs. OEMs, skid/machine builders, manufacturers - this is a very cost effective solution to your automation needs. No software contracts, more affordable hardware, and this solution is built to be programmed and deployed quickly.

🚀 Is CODESYS the Quiet Revolution in Industrial Automation? If you’ve been in the automation space for a while, you’ve probably noticed something: more and more engineers, integrators, and OEMs are quietly shifting away from the big-name PLC platforms like Siemens and Allen Bradley and leaning into CODESYS. And it’s not just a fringe movement anymore. So what’s driving the shift? 🔓 Freedom from vendor lock-in CODESYS runs on dozens of hardware platforms from Beckhoff to Weintek to Raspberry Pi. That means you’re not stuck in one ecosystem, paying premium prices for every module and license. 🧠 Multi-language support Structured Text, Ladder, Function Block it’s all there. Engineers can use the language that fits the task, not the one dictated by the vendor. 🛠️ Built-in visualization and simulation No need to bounce between five different tools. CODESYS lets you simulate, visualize, and debug in one environment. It’s lean, fast, and surprisingly intuitive. 💸 Cost efficiency Licensing is often free or low-cost. For startups, small integrators, or even large teams looking to scale, that’s a game-changer. But here’s the real question: Is CODESYS just a cheaper alternative or is it becoming the new standard? We’re seeing more clients ask for it. More engineers recommend it. More projects spec it in from day one. It’s not about being anti-Siemens or anti-Rockwell it’s about flexibility, speed, and control. 👀 This isn't just a Trend—It's a Transition: More engineers are spec’ing CODESYS from day one. More teams are asking for flexibility. More conversations are happening around breaking free from vendor lock-in. The shift isn’t hypothetical—it’s real.

Weintek Easy Builder Pro. EBpro is an immediate and effective HMI design tool, which I used to solve a problem that appeared on the design of an industrial machine for plastic converting. The integrated automation on EATON plc and Codesys language is a balanced choice for the amount of operations to be carried out. #automation #programming #plc #hmi

I haven't used this one yet, BUT I have yet to touch a piece of Weintek hardware that wasn't fantastic. We use their HMIs exclusively now. The Cmt3162X is simply the finest HMI you can get. We use it and the built in Codesys on all kinds of projects. (And this is free praise. No one is giving me any benefit to promote this. It's just good stuff!) Give Keith a shout and find out for yourself.

Some pictures of the first weeks of the year… Nice panel building, final commissioning of a foundry project and received a great new toy to play with from Weintek Especially the wifi module is an awesome feature. It’s possible to connect the HMI in your local wifi or you can use it as a hotspot to connect with your smartphone or laptop to control it remotely. With an EasyAccess license it’s working as your connection for remote support. Also #codesys license are available for HMI. I’m sure Weintek HMI will be used more and more in our projects.

My latest creation. Remote water pumping station controls. 5 pumps, Tank levels, pressures all controlled and logged via a Weintek cmtx 10" HMI with Codesys. with Odot Ethernet/IP remote io and Eaton control gear. Using Easyaccess2.0 from Weintek and a cellular 4g router to give remote access, control and alarm monitoring. #Weintek #Codesys #Eaton #Odot

I've been enjoying getting familiar with Weintek USA, Inc. Easy Builder Pro HMI software. This is just about finished with design and simulating the sequencer code (customer logo redacted in the top left). Below is the HMI for an inspection system with a robot to sort good/bad parts after inspection. I also wrote all the PLC code for this and did the electrical design. Can't wait to see it all in action. Creating what most of us would refer to as parameterized popups in Easy Builder Pro is quite different from what I'm used to with other platforms. After a short call with tech support to explain what I was after, we reached a solution. For automation systems with a limited budget, Weintek is quite a value compared to other platforms. In addition to the hardware cost being very competitive, the software is free to download, free to use, and tech support is free. No extra costs for your controls techs to view/troubleshoot code. Not to mention these units can also run Codesys for PLC programming! If you are in need of a more budget friendly solution to your automation problems, let's talk!

For automation systems with a limited budget, Weintek is quite a value compared to other platforms. In addition to the hardware cost being very competitive, the software is free to download, free to use, and tech support is free. No extra costs for your controls techs to view/troubleshoot code. Not to mention these units can also run Codesys for PLC programming!

Merry Christmas! A little fun with CODESYS Group and Weintek USA, Inc. EasyBuilder Pro software.

Technical debt can sneak up on you and flexibility is key when combating it. Our original simple level monitoring panel was written in a simple cost-effective PLC with fixed memory programming. This was fine for minimal features and only four sensors. When it needed to be expanded to accommodate more sensors and features, dev time and potential errors shot up exponentially and compromises would have to be made. We use Codesys almost exclusively for our bigger projects and initially I felt it was overkill for this. Fortunately, we had already upgraded to using a Weintek HMI and that opened the door for easy Codesys integration. The cost-effective PLC was converted to remote IO, Codesys license added to the HMI and the program was rewritten in 1/10th of the time with no compromises made. Future requests will also be easy to accommodate due to the power of Codesys.

The world of controls has no shortage of headaches. Cool tools and some key tips can help alleviate some of the common ones. Today I was playing with using config files for Weintek USA, Inc. HMIs for a standardized product we have. In the project I also disabled the start button to access the HMI system screen. I added a hidden button to activate it but dyslexia caught up with me and I didn't notice the address was incorrect before downloading. Once rebooted, attempted logins via CODESYS North America were unsuccessful. LAN1 is controlled by the Codesys runtime when installed and I had forgotten the check box to have Codesys update the adapter IP as I wasn't talking with remote IO yet anyway. LAN2 was set to use DHCP, but a quick scan did not show it on the network. Uh oh... I looked down and saw my IP-Explorer from TW Controls. Plugged it in and within seconds had the IP address needed to connect to the HMI and fix my errors. But now I'd have to adjust my adapter settings. Where did windows move them with the latest update? Doesn't matter, after the training from Traceroute, "run>ncpa.cpl" is engrained into my daily life. A small tidbit that over a lifetime will save humanity hours of wasted time. Small wins add up.

I have used Weintek for at least 10 years now. Hundreds of HMI deployments over many industries and in some harsh conditions. Recently I’ve been doing some building automation stuff using the more advanced versions of the HMIs with Codesys. and the iR IO modules. Also, lately I’ve been working at things like remote connections with the headless SVRX HMIs and EasyAccess2.0. I really enjoy using the Weintek equipment and hope to have many more opportunities with it.

Progress is coming along well on developing a controls library of Codesys code with corresponding HMI graphics. I'm keeping it all very basic for now but the way this is being developed leaves it easy to scale up for adding more features for device control. With Codesys and Easy Builder Pro both being a free software download, no worrying about expensive software contracts to troubleshoot code or make modifications. These HMIs can run Codesys, so there's no need for an extra piece of hardware as a PLC. Over the next few months I will be demonstrating more devices as I develop them, state machine and sequencer control of automation, and recipe integration. Weintek USA, Inc. CODESYS North America

I've only programmed a Mitsubishi PLC one time and it was a long time ago. At that time, the user interface was absolutely horrid. Hopefully they've improved since then. As for Weintek, I'm really a fan of what they're doing. I've got 2 Weintek HMIs here in my lab. One with Codesys. Is Codesys not an option for the PLC code? That's way easier to access and modify as it's a free download. Weinteks HMI software is also free. They make HMIs that run Codesys for just a $99 activation cost. So you don't need an extra piece of hardware for a PLC. It all lives on the HMI. If you've got questions about the Codesys and Weintek option feel free to message me.

I can speak to every hardware you mentioned. Mitsubishi is a good plc and their drives are nice. Siemens is a fully integrated hardware stack. But dollar for dollar the best option is the weintek panel with codesys.

We've trusted Weintek for many years — and confidently recommend it to our clients. That’s why this announcement from Weintek isn’t just great news for us — it's a win for everyone seeking a simpler, faster, and more reliable industrial control solution. Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC now supports Profinet IO Master! Profinet is currently the most popular industrial communication protocol in the world, leading the Ethernet-based market with a 23% share. With this update, Weintek joins the ranks of fully integrated, high-performance solutions for modern automation. What does this mean in practice? A single HMI + PLC platform that reduces the need for additional controllers or gateways. Seamless integration with Profinet IO devices. Real-time, deterministic communication — all within CODESYS. Read the full story here 👉 lnkd.in/dDuRcUDC

Been learning motion control with Codesys. using Ethercat servo's, Something I've always wanted to do but never had the time or space at work. So bought a 3 axis router frame kit. modified it to take servo motors. and jumped on in. It's been a very cool project and a great project to learn on. Still lots of small functionality to program in. but its operational. Just done the auto tool zero, so at the push of a button on the HMI it will measure the height of the tooling and offset correctly to the set cut depth. Check out. lnkd.in/gXPcQ2zV

They're great HMIs and I love being able to use Codesys with them. Costs me nothing to do all the learning and building I want. I'm developing something similar to PlantPAx, just not near as heavy and convoluted. Trying to get all the basics for each device type and make it so it's easy to scale up if a customer wants more features.