Microsecond accuracy with POWERLINK
In order to match the performance of mechanical cam equipment, all servo motors and stepper motors must achieve microsecond synchronization accuracy. Online vision and printing equipment also need to have the same high precision. POWERLINK greatly improves cycle times, trigger accuracy, and product tracking, helping to address many of the challenges associated with high-speed coding and labeling. The integration of third-party devices with POWERLINK also reduces the amount of wiring required to incorporate them into the machine control system.
“POWERLINK technology enables microsecond communication to achieve an incredible level of synchronization, which enables efficient and reliable communication of the motor – even through the slip ring on the turret. POWERLINK also helps us in high-speed online visual inspection and Printing has achieved the results we want." WLS President TedGeiselman
Safe and reliable
The AutomationPC910 and AutomationPanel900 multi-touch displays were selected to provide machine computing and HMI performance. This solution enables WLS to control machine function usage based on each user's login information. Users can be restricted to any basic combination of operations and advanced maintenance functions, or be granted full administrator functionality. Compared to previous WLS labelers, B&R integrated safety technology not only further reduces the amount of wiring, but also provides a multi-machine configuration option for fully programmable safety response. In addition, modular PC and HMI integration provides maximum flexibility for extended processing performance and future machine updates.
Small footprint and superior performance
WLS labelers are often integrated into the packaging line. The RL-420/760 and RL-840N not only provide WLS customers with the flexibility to use a fast-change programmable recipe system, but also contribute to a smaller footprint at a higher price/performance ratio thanks to Bega Lai stepper motor is cost effective.
"The flexible and scalable hardware topology built on POWERLINK communications allows us to implement a distributed control architecture that adapts to our machine specifications," said WLS President Ted Geiselman. “This not only reduces the overall size of the electrical enclosure, but also improves machine performance.”
WLS's current pressure sensitive labelers and pre-cut rotary labelers rely on B&R hardware and software. “In the future, we will continue to expand the use of B&R products on our labelers and other platforms,” concludes Geiselman.
