PC and EtherCAT-based control technology for assembly and handling.
Assembly lines consist of several units, which are often developed and tested independently of one another. The new runtime environment of TwinCAT 3 is also modularly structured, allowing developers to make use of a large number of existing modules and combine them in a modern development environment based on Microsoft Visual Studio to form new modules or entire control programs. Both the IEC 61131-3 automation languages and C and C++ are available and can be used alongside one another. Additional development tools such as Matlab/Simulink can also be used to create modules. By means of the interaction of the TwinCAT 3 control modules via defined interfaces on a common control platform, the full performance of an industrial or embedded PC can be utilised without communication or synchronisation losses.
TwinCAT 3 can use all cores of modern CPUs and can also be used on both 32 and 64-bit systems. The TwinCAT tasks can be outsourced to different CPU cores. This further increases the performance of the PC controller and, in addition to PLC and motion control, can integrate functions such as measurement technology, condition monitoring and robotics. Beckhoff PC-based control technology provides the necessary foundation with powerful CPUs, fast I/O, the fast EtherCAT bus system and TwinCAT software.
Read more...Cost-effective drive technology for low-demand applications Beckhoff Automation
Motion Control & Drives
With the AF1000, Beckhoff now also offers a variable frequency drive presenting a cost-effective solution for basic drive applications, including conveyor systems, pumps and fans.
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Motion Control & Drives
New Zealand has been at the forefront of technological development in agriculture for years. A recent example involves the use of SNPshot DNA tests, which harness the latest technology from Beckhoff to meet the needs of farmers who take samples in the field, and DNA laboratories that process the samples.
Read more...Controlling runtime and engineering with a leap in performance Beckhoff Automation
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Beckhoff is enabling a real leap in automation technology performance with TwinCAT PLC++. Both engineering and runtime can be accelerated, while the well-known TwinCAT advantages of consistent integration, compatibility and openness continue to be delivered.
Read more...Innovative separation of recyclable materials Beckhoff Automation
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
A plant built by Belgian specialist machine builder, Absolem Engineering features an innovative process for separating recyclable materials. Using PC-based control from Beckhoff, a major problem has been elegantly solved - the generation of different signal sequences for the exact synchronisation of different camera systems.
Read more...ABB updates distributed control system ABB South Africa
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
Leveraging 30 years of continuous innovation and reliability, ABB’s updated Freelance 2024 distributed control system (DCS) offers greater plant adaptability, faster and more reliable device communication, improved system security, and seamless data exchange.
Read more...Four ways modern operations control can boost sustainability and efficiency
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
With the growing importance of digital transformation, HMIs and scada have evolved from control panels to vast operational hubs. Next-gen HMI/scada can bring together data, personalisation, and advanced insights to successfully achieve organisational goals, it is important to think about HMI/scada holistically within the operations ecosystem.
Read more...Assembly line for the automotive industry Beckhoff Automation
Electrical Power & Protection
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 Beckhoff’s linear XTS transport system. After the second modernisation, the assembly line could produce two different types of pumps on the same small footprint.
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