Yes! PID Temperature Controllers Can be Easy to Use!

Standard DIN-size PID temperature and process controllers are used in an extremely wide range of industrial and commercial applications. They are, however, tedious to set up, operate and troubleshoot. What can machine builders do to make this important feature of their products easier to use? Operator interface terminals and PC software are two approaches to improving the user experience, both of which come with their own limitations and challenges. A new generation of PID controllers paired with mobile apps running on user’s own smart phones and tablets is removing the obstacles to improving the user’s experience.

Sean Wilkinson
Product Manager
Watlow

Sean is the product manager for software and multi-loop controllers for Watlow where he has worked for 21 years. He studied physics at the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Andy Borkowski
Product Manager
Watlow

Andy has been with Watlow for 22 years and is currently the product manager for single loop PID temperature controllers. He also has extensive experience with sales channel development and initiatives to drive growth of Watlow thermal management systems.