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Transparent energy data
One system for power supply, fusing and monitoring
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PDS IG, USA
Throughput doubled in film application using efficient automation
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TwinCAT/BSD: multi-core-capable, Unix-compatible operating system
With TwinCAT/BSD, an alternative operating system is now available for all newer Industrial PC platforms from Beckhoff. It combines the TwinCAT runtime with FreeBSD, an industrially tested and Unix-compatible open source operating system. Both ARM CPUs and Intel® Xeon® processors are supported. > Article as PDF -
AL8000: highly dynamic linear motors provide flexible, modular design
Backed by its wealth of expertise in the development of rotary servomotors, Beckhoff has added an innovative product to its portfolio in the area of drive technology. This new generation of high‐performance and modular linear motors was developed in cooperation with Fertig Motors, the dynamically growing Beckhoff subsidiary. > Article as PDF -
AX8000: high-performance, multi-axis servo system supports oversampling technology
The high-performance AX8000 multi-axis servo system from Beckhoff is characterized by extremely high dynamics and very short cycle times. The motor current is scanned in μs cycles and the minimum adjustable EtherCAT cycle time is 62.5 μs. Through the support of oversampling technology, process data can now even be scanned several times within a communication cycle if required. > Article as PDF -
CX20x3:Embedded PC series with AMD processors
With the new CX20x3 Embedded PCs, the Beckhoff Industrial PC portfolio now includes devices with AMD Ryzen™ processors. This new and powerful hardware can be used with both TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 automation software. > Article as PDF -
ELM72xx: compact drive technology in a robust metal housing
The new ELM72xx EtherCAT Terminals are fully functional servo drives in a robust metal housing that deliver an output current (Ieff) of up to 16 A at 48 V DC for the power supply. They expand the Beckhoff portfolio of compact drive technology in I/O terminal format and offer all of the current technology features together with increased performance and functionality compared with comparable EL series I/O designs. > Article as PDF -
TwinCAT IoT: integrating data and communication services efficiently into the cloud
Beckhoff has offered diverse IoT communication capabilities with its TwinCAT IoT product family since 2015. MindSphere®, the industrial IoT as a service solution from Siemens, is now one of the latest solutions that can also be integrated with TwinCAT. > Article as PDF -
TwinCAT MTP: cyber-physical modularization for the process industry
The Module Type Package (MTP) is a modern solution for modularizing plants in the process industry. With the new TwinCAT MTP, TwinCAT automation software from Beckhoff helps create MTP projects with automatic code generation, paving the way for efficient module development integrated into the TwinCAT Engineering Environment. > Article as PDF -
PC-based control simplifies integration of S7 controllers
The openness of PC-based control and the resulting array of connectivity options with other systems number among the fundamental advantages of TwinCAT automation software from Beckhoff. A new add-on now also enables easy and efficient communication with Siemens S7 controllers. > Article as PDF -
CU81xx: universal uninterruptible power supply with flexible communication connection
The new CU81xx UPS series are designed for universal use. Due above all to the flexible connection options extending up to One Cable Technology for uninterruptible power supply (UPS-OCT), it is suitable for an extremely broad range of applications. In combination with the Beckhoff Industrial PCs, particularly efficient cabling is possible with just one cable for 24 V DC supply and communication through UPS-OCT. > Article as PDF
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LSPT, USA: Laser peening system for surface treatment achieves highest degree of adaptability
LSPT pioneered an effective method to increase the strength of metal parts: surface treatment with pulsed laser beams. One of their most recent laser peening systems relies on the flexibility of EtherCAT and PC-based control technology from Beckhoff to meet the most diverse customer requirements. > Article as PDF -
PMA Pacific, China: TwinCAT 3 NC I for robot-based polishing and grinding machines
PMA Pacificy’s vision involves promoting environmentally-friendly and efficient automated polishing solutions and providing more customized sheet metal grinding solutions. This goal lent itself to abrasive belt grinding machines from Peitzmeier Maschinenbau, which incorporate the entire Beckhoff range of PC and EtherCAT-based control and drive technology – especially TwinCAT 3 NC I software. > Article as PDF -
Quick Laser, China: Open CNC system optimizes high-end laser cutting
The Chinese company Quick Laser specializes in developing, manufacturing and distributing laser cutting machines. In 2016, the company commenced a strategic cooperation with Beckhoff to further boost success with high-performance laser cutting machines. PC-based control offers the optimum foundation for reliably high machine throughput, particularly with TwinCAT software as an open CNC system. > Article as PDF -
Romande Energie, Switzerland: Integrated measurement technology for a power utility in western Switzerland
Romande Energie SA, one of the five largest energy utilities in Switzerland, employs EL3453 power measurement terminals and other EtherCAT Terminals from Beckhoff in its substations to safeguard the availability of its grid. This is implemented with the help of a secondary data acquisition system. > Article as PDF -
UOW, Malaysia: Eight Embedded PCs and 3,000 EtherCAT I/Os ensure maximum building efficiency across university campus
One of the requirements during the construction of the UOW Malaysia KDU was to have a powerful integrated building management system for the most energy-efficient operation possible. The two-time recognition of the campus as a “green” building complex is proof that this goal was successfully achieved using PC-based control from Beckhoff. > Article as PDF -
Loisto Pro, Finland: PC-based control is driving innovative and sustainable solutions in shipbuilding
The company specializes above all in smart cabin automation solutions and lighting installations for yachts and cruise ships. Loisto’s innovative solution superioHUB® is for better energy efficiency, easier commissioning and maintenance, and greater passenger comfort. Modular PC-based control technology from Beckhoff perfectly complements the system entity. > Article as PDF