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No Cable Technology
XTS functional extension opens up a new dimension in machine flexibility
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GROB-Werke, Germany
PC-based control powers the manufacturing of electric motors for the automotive industry
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Latest contents | products
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AA3000 series: Servomotor alternative for energy-intensive pneumatic cylinders
The electric cylinders from the AA3000 series are ideally suited as direct drives for linear applications with high process forces and speeds. The advantages with regard to force, dynamics and compactness meet the advantages of servo technology such as controlled positioning, safe holding at a standstill and high energy efficiency. > Article as PDF -
CX5600 Embedded PC series expands portfolio of AMD Ryzen™ devices
Equipped with AMD Ryzen™ processors, the Embedded PCs of the CX5600 series complement the existing CX51xx and CX52xx devices with identical housing dimensions. > Article as PDF -
ELM3002-0205 EtherCAT measurement terminal enables high-voltage measurement
The ELM3002-0205 EtherCAT measurement terminal is designed for high-voltage measurement on batteries, generators and motors. It supports the four measurement ranges of ±60, ±120, ±500 and ±1,000 V, and is particularly suitable for applications in the fields of electromobility and renewable energies. > Article as PDF -
TwinCAT/BSD Hypervisor as a new system feature
TwinCAT/BSD Hypervisor is a system feature of the TwinCAT/BSD operating system from Beckhoff that enables the simultaneous execution of virtual machines (VM) and TwinCAT real-time applications on an Industrial PC. > Article as PDF -
The Beckhoff MX-System: New construction kit for automation replaces the control cabinet
The new MX-System from Beckhoff is quite simply a revolution in control cabinet construction. In this interview, Managing Owner Hans Beckhoff and MX-System Product Manager Daniel Siegenbrink explain where this claim comes from and how the conventional control cabinet can be replaced. > Article as PDF -
Comprehensive I/O expertise implemented on circuit boards via a compact and pluggable approach
When Beckhoff launched the EJ series of EtherCAT plug-in modules in 2014, it added a completely new design to its broad I/O portfolio. In this interview, Torsten Budde, Product Manager I/O, takes a look at the many advantages – particularly for series machine manufacturing – and the correspondingly successful market launch. > Article as PDF -
Continuously expanded portfolio supports even greater application diversity
Beckhoff offers an extremely wide I/O spectrum for the traditional field level in the form of EtherCAT Terminals and Box modules. The company’s many years of experience and proven technologies are also reflected in the form factor of the EtherCAT plug-in modules for circuit board mounting. Continuous expansion of the EJ range is demonstrated by four of the latest innovations for 2022. > Article as PDF
Latest contents | worldwide
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Juchheim, Japan: Powerful and open control technology helps create “Baumkuchen 4.0” bakery
A novel solution for food manufacturing has been unveiled by Juchheim Co., Ltd., a confectionery manufacturer that has been in business for over 100 years. The “Theo” robot bakes high-quality Baumkuchen. Theo is controlled by an ultra-compact Beckhoff Industrial PC with TwinCAT and supported by an artificial intelligence (AI) application. Engineering firm Matsuura Denkosha Co., Ltd. provided support during the development of the control system, including the integration of a Denso Wave robot. > Article as PDF -
NIO, China: PC-based control and EtherCAT power battery swapping stations for electric vehicles
Chinese automaker NIO aims to provide high-quality smart electric vehicles combined with an optimal customer experience. The NIO Power energy service system also contributes to this. It uses PC-based control from Beckhoff to ensure the safe and efficient operation of NIO’s second-generation power swap stations. > Article as PDF -
WTEC and XIZI, China: Robot-based welding system increases processing quality and reduces workload
With the first robot-based welding system for elevator girders, XIZI Heavy Industry not only ensures a consistently high quality of safety-relevant welds. Welders are also relieved of strenuous and dangerous work while the company benefits from significant productivity increases through PC-based control from Beckhoff. > Article as PDF -
Eclipse Automation, Canada: Flexible transport system makes changeover time plunge from 1 hour to 1 minute
How do you design a new assembly line and go on to reduce the footprint of the concept by another quarter? And how can you later increase the productivity of this highly consolidated line even further? Canadian automation expert Eclipse found the answer in the linear XTS transport system from Beckhoff. After the second modernization, the assembly line can produce two different types of pumps on the same small footprint. > Article as PDF -
Keller AG, Switzerland: Open and scalable control technology reliably automates process sequences of a diaphragm embossing machine
Swiss company KELLER AG für Druckmesstechnik is a specialist in pressure sensor technology and offers an extremely wide range of products for a host of applications that require correspondingly complex production processes. > Article as PDF -
Vienna State Opera and Salzgeber, Austria: High-tech AV upgrades elevate quality and creativity
Renowned Vienna State Opera in Austria is considered one of the world’s leading opera houses. There are around 300 performances with more than 60 different operas and ballets each season. This schedule is an enormous challenge for all employees and for the stage technology, which must function smoothly. To give visitors the best possible listening experience, the sound system has been upgraded using state-of-the-art audio technology and an entirely refurbished audio control system. > Article as PDF -
Govaerts, Belgium: EL9227 electronic overcurrent protection terminals monitor plastic recycling machines and support Industrie 4.0 concepts
In a closed-loop society, waste has long been used as raw material for new products. In fact, it’s a philosophy that Govaerts Recycling has lived by since the 1990s. But recycling is and remains a heterogeneous material flow that can demand the utmost from recycling machines, so it’s better if overloads can be detected quickly – for example, via the current consumption. The company, based in Alken, Belgium, has relied on Beckhoff measurement technology and expertise for years. > Article as PDF -
Comec Italia, Italy: Highly flexible printing technology deserves flexible automation
The wide range of applications for the pad printing process demands an equal amount of flexibility from the automation technology it uses. Simplicity and efficiency are just as important in the project planning of the mostly customer-specific systems. Printing machine manufacturer Comec Italia relies for this on PC-based control from Beckhoff and benefits from high modularity, scalability and simple programming. > Article as PDF -
Hyphen, USA: Automated Makeline prepares 350 meals per hour with highest order accuracy
The Makeline from Hyphen closes the gap between traditional and industrial food preparation. The compact machine enables fast fulfillment of digital orders. The EtherCAT plug-in modules of the EJ series ensure functional safety, among other advanced features. The open control technology from Beckhoff enables seamless communication from the PLC to the cloud. > Article as PDF