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Creating a custom user cycle

HMIelite's technology allows to create fully customized user cycles and integrate them into the HMI. In this way, it is possible to tailor the interface to the user's needs and therefore, operator tasks become easier and more effective.

In the following manual it's explained step by step the whole process for creating personalized cycles, using the EDK (elite Developer Kit).

01. Install EDK

The first step is to install the elite Developer Kit (EDK) — a complete set of tools and example projects designed to help developers create custom applications for HMIelite. The kit includes libraries, development utilities, and ready-to-use sample code that simplify and speed up the software creation process. In summary, the EDK is the essential toolkit for extending and customizing HMIelite.

For further information, check the following links:

02. Create an empty cycle

Once the EDK is installed, you can create a new project and add an asset — in this case, a cycle template. This will generate the basic project structure and all required files to start developing your own custom solution.

03. Develop the cycle

This section represents the core of the process. The EDK provides access to the API and the component library, enabling you to design both the logic and the user interface of your cycle.

In the following links, you’ll find advanced documentation on how to use the proprietary API to build your own cycle, as well as an EDK repository with example projects. Please note that a basic understanding of programming languages (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) is recommended to make the most of these tools.

04. Deploy the product for testing

Throughout the customization process, it is advisable to regularly install and test your product — either in the HMIelite simulator of your PC or directly on real CNC.

With the elite Developer Kit, you can easily deploy your application remotely for rapid testing and validation, significantly streamlining the development process.

05. Share the product using the Marketplace

Once your cycle has been completed and tested, you can publish and share it through the Fagor Marketplace. This enables you to distribute your work, manage updates, and make it available to other users.