For Immediate Release
Contact:
Janelle Morris
Marketing Communications Manager
Pro-face
jmorris@profaceamerica.com
Pro-face by Schneider Electric Unveils BLUE 4.0: A Leap Forward in HMI Design and Industrial Connectivity
Troy, MI – August 1, 2025 – Pro-face by Schneider Electric proudly announces the release of BLUE 4.0, the latest evolution of its powerful HMI (Human Machine Interface) software platform. Designed to empower industrial operators and automation engineers, BLUE 4.0 introduces a suite of advanced features that redefine user experience, connectivity, and design flexibility.
Key Innovations in BLUE 4.0 Include:
- Expanded Driver Support: Compatibility with STEP7 V20 and Studio 5000 V37 enhances integration with Siemens and Rockwell Automation systems
- Symbol Link Functionality: Now supports Beckhoff TwinCAT ADS/AMS and Schneider Electric Modbus TCP Master, streamlining process and safety variable management
- HMI License Manager: A new activation method simplifies license management for both screen editing and runtime environments.
- Compound Object Creation: Users can now build reusable, multi-element objects for faster and more consistent screen design.
- FTP Communication: Display units can connect directly to FTP servers, improving data exchange and remote access capabilities.
- Enhanced Design Tools: Features like shape merging, icon categorization, and project templates accelerate development and customization.
- Improved Usability: Application settings now retain window positions, and users can reset layouts with ease.
- Alarm and Data Management: Scripts can now hide recovered alarms and erase logged data, offering greater control over system feedback.
- OS Compatibility: Full support for Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 ensures seamless operation in modern IT environments.
- Web Browser Enhancements: Expanded file and data format support improves visualization and interaction within HMI screens.
BLUE 4.0 is more than an update—it’s a transformation in how industrial teams design, deploy, and manage HMI systems. With intuitive gesture-based screen creation and dynamic object handling, BLUE 4.0 empowers users to build smarter, more responsive interfaces faster than ever. For more information, visit Pro-face BLUE 4.0.
Pro-face HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) are a line of industrial touch screen interfaces developed by Pro-face, a global leader in HMI technology. They are designed to provide intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces for industrial applications, such as manufacturing, automation, and process control.
Pro-face HMIs are known for their reliability and durability, and they are built to withstand harsh industrial environments, including extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, and vibration. They also support various communication protocols, including OPC-UA, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP, making them compatible with a wide range of industrial automation systems.
