CNC supports EtherNet/IP open field bus option.
Press Release Summary:
Series 3xi-B CNCs are available with EtherNet/IP field bus connectivity option that lets end-users leverage common tools and technology for device configuration and maintenance across CNC and programmable automation controller (PAC) cell environments. In addition to specifically supporting connectivity to Rockwell Automation PAC environments, CNCs benefit users by promoting productivity and actionable information across manufacturing enterprise.
Original Press Release:
FANUC Unveils New Automotive Architecture Demonstrating Connectivity to Rockwell Automation Control Environments After Releasing EtherNet/IP Open Field Bus Option for Fanuc Series 3xi-B CNCs
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL - FANUC FA America, the largest CNC organization in the Americas, unveils a new automotive architecture demonstrating connectivity to Rockwell Automation programmable automation controller (PAC) environments at imX (Sept 12 - 14 in Las Vegas, Booths # 2722 & #2708). As a result of the release of EtherNet/IP field bus connectivity for its Series 3xi-B CNCs, FANUC furthers our commitment to open interconnectivity of our CNCs to factory automation solutions. To demonstrate the simplicity of EtherNet/IP integration and connectivity, FANUC FA America will be presenting a newly integrated automotive machining cell architecture at imX in the FANUC booth in conjunction with Rockwell Automation. The use of an EtherNet/IP network architecture will allow customers to leverage common tools and technology for device configuration and maintenance across both CNC and PAC cell environments. By leveraging integrated CNC and PAC environments, end-users and machine tool builders will benefit from a simplified architecture, improved productivity and actionable information across the entire manufacturing enterprise. "The release of EtherNet/IP positions FANUC FA America to provide customers with cost effective, simplified automation solutions," said Tomoaki Ishibe, president, FANUC FA America. "And to demonstrate the simplicity of EtherNet/IP, FANUC FA America will exhibit a new EtherNet/IP based automotive architecture in conjunction with Rockwell Automation at imX. This will be a great example of how two independent automation companies, both leaders in their respective industry segments, can easily interface CNC and PAC products to provide optimized factory automation solutions using common tools and technology." "We are excited to be able to demonstrate our PAC connectivity with FANUC CNCs, the world's leading CNC company, at imX in the FANUC booth. This integrated automotive architecture will provide real value to our mutual customers across the total life cycle of their automation assets," said Joe Kann, vice president of global business development , Rockwell Automation. About FANUC FANUC Corporation, headquartered at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Japan, is the most innovative manufacturer of Factory Automation (FA), Robots and Robomachines in the world. Since its inception in 1956, FANUC has contributed to the automation of machine tools as a pioneer in the development of computer numerical control equipment. FANUC technology has contributed to a worldwide manufacturing revolution, which evolved from the automation of a single machine to the automation of entire production lines. FANUC is committed to developing efficient, reliable and innovative products. About FANUC Factory Automation America (FANUC FA America) FANUC FA America is the exclusive provider of industry leading FANUC CNC systems and solutions in the Americas, providing a one-stop shop for comprehensive CNC solutions including industry-leading control systems, a complete range of drives and motors and CO2 laser solutions. FANUC FA America also offers engineering support, genuine FANUC parts, repair and factory automation solutions and training programs to machine tool builders, dealers and users. FANUC CNC systems are known throughout the world for their high reliability, high precision, high speed and simple operation. FANUC FA America headquarters is located in Hoffman Estates, IL and supports 37 offices and service centers throughout U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil and Argentina. For more information, contact FANUC FA America, 1800 Lakewood Boulevard., Hoffman Estates, IL 60192, phone: 888-FANUC-US (888-326-8287), e-mail: fanuc.marketing@fanucfa.com, website: www.fanucfa.com.
