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Universal UPS system series
CU81xx with One Cable Technology minimize installation effort
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TwinCAT Machine Learning optimizes real-time inspection of instant noodle packaging
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TwinCAT Vision: Constantly evolving functionality and usability
From configuration to programming and real-time operation, TwinCAT Vision fully incorporates image processing into automation technology. Built seamlessly into the Beckhoff PC-based control system from the very start, TwinCAT Vision today continues to evolve, above all with new user industry requirements in mind. > Article as PDF -
TwinCAT MTP for cyber-physical modularity in the process industry
The Module Type Package (MTP) defines an interface for the simple orchestration and connection of modules to a higher-level control system. With TwinCAT MTP, Beckhoff enables MTP project planning and automatic code generation. The solution opens up an integrated and efficient way to develop modules in the universal TwinCAT engineering environment. > Article as PDF
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Lorenz, Germany: Open control and HMI technology supports smart water meter production
To manufacture a new generation of radio-supported water meters, Lorenz employs an Industrie 4.0 concept that was implemented with support from ITQ and Software Factory, both members of the Stetter Group. With TwinCAT 3 software and especially the new TwinCAT HMI solution, Beckhoff supplied the ideal open control and visualization technology. > Article as PDF -
VMek, USA: Compact I/O modules reduce hardware requirements and cut equipment assembly times in half
In its solutions for automatic seed sorting, VMek relies on EtherCAT from the very beginning. With a switch in the I/O level to EtherCAT plug-in modules, the company succeeded in further reducing costs, device footprint and commissioning times for its high-speed machines. > Article as PDF -
MTM, Canada: PC-based control and EtherCAT boost machine throughput 55%
In a redesign of the X-Shear machine for transformer core manufacturing, repeatability had top priority. A switch in the automation technology from a legacy PLC to a fully integrated Beckhoff control platform helped increase production rates substantially by more than half, while at the same time improving the level of precision in manufacturing, among other things. > Article as PDF -
RoboHelix, Australia: IPC and servo-based production technology boosts performance, speed and efficiency
Hydraulic presses have been used in the traditional helical flight forming process. RoboHelix replaced the laborious process with a newly developed robotic machine. Comprehensive integration of Beckhoff technologies has enabled RoboHelix to achieve higher performance and precision, yet it simplified the control technology and made it flexible across the range. > Article as PDF -
MULTIVAC, Germany: Interview about PC-based control in fully automated packaging machines
In this interview, Claus Botzenhardt and Christian Napravnik describe the benefits generated through PC-based control as well as its potential for implementing innovations in packaging machine construction. > Article as PDF -
Optima Pharma, Germany: Flexible edge devices expand digitalization options for drug filling systems
The Optima Pharma business unit of Optima Packaging Group GmbH specializes in systems for bottling liquid or freeze-dried pharmaceuticals in commonly used container formats, such as syringes. What sets its filling systems apart are the optional smart features that can be added to the machines flexibly and easily using ultra-compact C6015 and C6030 Industrial PCs from Beckhoff. > Article as PDF -
Kern AG, Switzerland: Produce packaging on demand and made to measure with more than 100 precisely controlled axes
Using the PackOnTime 2box packaging system, shipping boxes can be made to measure and exactly when it is needed. The project was implemented with the high-performance PC-based automation solution from Beckhoff. > Article as PDF -
Graniten, Sweden: Integrating fast and flexible digital printing in the packaging process with XTS
Maximum flexibility, virtually no changeover times and reduced maintenance and space requirements – this is what the Swedish Graniten Group has achieved with a new digital pad printing machine. It is the world’s first gravure printing system of its kind to be equipped with the XTS intelligent transport system from Beckhoff as the core element. > Article as PDF -
Cavanna, Italy: Intelligent transport system as cost-effective, compact and highly flexible feeder component in cookie packaging
The Cavanna Packaging Group is a leading specialist in the flow-pack segment. Starting with its cookie packaging segment, Cavanna recently made the strategic decision to equip its flow-pack machines with the intelligent XTS transport system and EtherCAT communication technology from Beckhoff. > Article as PDF -
Packfeeder, Spain: XTS handles efficient and highly flexible bottle unscrambling in the most demanding packaging applications
Packfeeder has developed a family of automatic, robot-supported bottle unscrambling machines for the packaging industry. The so-called Pickfeeder uses the XTS from Beckhoff to implement a machine concept that is highly flexible and suitable for the most demanding and frequently sorting jobs in packaging with virtually no changeover effort. > Article as PDF