The SMEMA interface can easily be repurposed for general Input and Output. A single lane SMEMA interface consists of 3 switch circuits (1A 30 VDC max) and 3 circuit detectors (open or closed). So could be easily used to trigger visible indicators such as beacons (Outputs) and connected to switched circuits (Inputs)...
Control your SMEMA based SMT electronic assembly equipment using CFX-2591 the CFX Connected Factory Exchange