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Open automation solutions for the packaging industry |
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PC-based control technology can control and monitor the complete process chain for individual packaging machines and complete packaging lines: Beckhoff Industrial PCs and the TwinCAT automation software can be used to manage a wide range of packaging functions such as filling, forming, sealing, labelling, collecting, re-packing and palletising. |
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| Applications & Solutions |
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A wide range of existing packaging applications indicate that automation technology from Beckhoff can help to significantly enhance the productivity and flexibility of packaging machines. |
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Applications: The application reports illustrate application options for Beckhoff products and technologies in practice. |
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TwinCAT – the control plattform: TwinCAT integrates real-time control with PLC system, Motion Control and programming environment in a single package. Programming is based on the IEC 61131-3 standard. |
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EtherCAT – ultra high-speed communication: Outstanding performance, flexible topology and simple configuration characterise EtherCAT, the real-time Ethernet technology from Beckhoff. |
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XFC | eXtreme Fast Control Technology: XFC, the fast control solution, is based on an optimised control and communication architecture that is capable of I/O response times ≤ 100 μs. |
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