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Machine interface

New software package from Watlow Electric (St. Louis, MO) runs on a desktop PC to provide operator interface functions for a variety of packaging machines.

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Also allows users to optimize equipment by providing data logging and on-line trending information for statistical process control. MS-DOS-based software is used in conjunction with supplier's multiple-zone temperature controllers that are installed on the machine.