califflash
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I was wondering what people used to create their graphics for their HMI's. I'm working on my second full HMI program, the first is due for a new revision during a planned upgrade. I am using Red Lion and while I can make widgets in Crimson the outcome is not as professional as I would like.
It doesn't look bad at all. It is representative of what is there, is simple, serves all functions, and is better than some OEM interfaces. But I want a more polished look, something to make the corporate jobs go 'wow,' I'm trying to get them to start an automation department since they are so backward right now.
Anyway I have tried a couple of programs like Sketchbook, but they don't really fit the bill. Does anyone export CAD drawings and add textures and gradients? I would go for something with layers and did basic gradients. Price is an object, but I see this as an investment in my carrier, especially if I break out on my own in a few years.
It doesn't look bad at all. It is representative of what is there, is simple, serves all functions, and is better than some OEM interfaces. But I want a more polished look, something to make the corporate jobs go 'wow,' I'm trying to get them to start an automation department since they are so backward right now.
Anyway I have tried a couple of programs like Sketchbook, but they don't really fit the bill. Does anyone export CAD drawings and add textures and gradients? I would go for something with layers and did basic gradients. Price is an object, but I see this as an investment in my carrier, especially if I break out on my own in a few years.