Beckhoff Automation, LLC

German Car Manufacturer to Source Global Supply of Industrial PCs and Control Panels from Beckhoff
Architectural & Civil Engineering Products

German Car Manufacturer to Source Global Supply of Industrial PCs and Control Panels from Beckhoff

Worldwide Industrial PC partnership secured through 2030 VERL, Germany, November 18, 2019 – Beckhoff Automation, based in Verl, Germany, will supply the BMW Group with Industrial PC (IPC) technology for use in car manufacturing through 2030. According to the terms of the recently signed agreement, Beckhoff will supply production facilities worldwide. This means that Beckhoff IPC technology will...

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PC-Based Industrial Server enables many-core machine control.
Computer Hardware & Peripherals

PC-Based Industrial Server enables many-core machine control.

Optimized for centralized control and designed for control cabinet installation, C6670 can be equipped with 12, 24, or 36 processor cores and supports memory (DDR4) expansion from 64 GB to 2 TB. Dual Intel-® Xeon-® CPUs, each with 6, 12, or 18 cores, work together on motherboard with 2 GigE controllers and graphics card. Also included, 4 PCIe x16 Gen III slots, one PCIe Gen III x 8 slot, and...

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Beckhoff Introduces Free EtherNet/IP Tag Wizard for Automated I/O Programming
Communication Systems & Equipment

Beckhoff Introduces Free EtherNet/IP Tag Wizard for Automated I/O Programming

Free software applet streamlines integration of Beckhoff I/O into EtherNet/IP systems with automated mapping features MINNEAPOLIS - In order to simplify and accelerate programming of EtherNet/IP I/O architectures, Beckhoff Automation has released the new EtherNet/IP Tag Wizard. Designed to optimize programming time, the free EtherNet/IP Tag Wizard is a dynamic tool that permits easy integration...

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Controls & Controllers

Stepper Motor Module accepts stepper motors up to 50 Vdc/5 A.

Using EP7041 EtherCAT-® Motion Box, small EtherCAT motion applications can be implemented directly in field without protective control cabinet. Unit enables 64-fold micro-stepping, which ensures smooth and precise motor rotation. Measuring 5 x 1.2 x 1 in., IP67-rated box operates in harsh environments and contains encoder connection, 2 digital inputs for limit switches, and digital output for...

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Architectural & Civil Engineering Products

Control Panels and Panel PCs feature stainless steel design.

Available in 12 and 15 in. sizes, CP77xx and CP79xx Panel Series meet strict hygiene regulations for food, packaging, and medical industries and are also suitable for cleanrooms. Stainless steel panels with IP65 protection have gapless housing design with flush-mounted touch screens. Equipped with Intel-® Atom(TM) processor, CP77xx Panel PCs are based on Beckhoff motherboard with 1 sec UPS and 2...

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Multi-Display Link connects dozens of HMIs to one PC.
Software

Multi-Display Link connects dozens of HMIs to one PC.

Based on 100 Mbit/s Ethernet and IP protocol, CP-Link 3 enables users to connect up to 255 Ethernet panels or panel PCs with one industrial PC. Display contents are captured by virtual graphic adapter in host PC and sent using Ethernet to one or more Ethernet panels with Windows OS. For display communication, TCP/IP or UDP/IP can be configured, depending on operating mode. Networking can be done...

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Architectural & Civil Engineering Products

EtherCAT Bridge Terminal helps optimize synchronization.

Suited for complex machines and production lines, Model EL6692 achieves synchronization and distributed clock calibration between EtherCAT masters directly in I/O system. Terminal can also help integrate subordinate PCs as EtherCAT slaves in EtherCAT network. EtherCAT I/O Terminal system permits communication to 1,000 distributed I/O in 30 -µs, almost unlimited network size, and vertical...

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Ethernet Modules are IP67-rated for harsh environments.
Controls & Controllers

Ethernet Modules are IP67-rated for harsh environments.

EtherCAT-® Box I/O modules feature direct interface to EtherCAT, maximizing performance down to each I/O module. At 126 x 30 x 26.5 mm, units integrate stepper drive functions and resist moisture and dust in harsh environments. Connection is established via screened M8 screw connectors, with sensors and actuators also connected via screw-type M8 or M12 connectors. Communication via standard...

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Company News

Beckhoff Records 923 Million Euros in 2020, Increasing Revenue from Previous Financial Year

Automation innovator maintains stable operation during COVID-19 crisis global sales in 2020: 923 million euros (+2%) 4,500 employees worldwide (+3.5%) investments in research and development: 70 million euros growth despite protracted coronavirus crisis Verl, Germany, April 14, 2021 – Beckhoff Automation generated global revenue of 923 million euros in 2020. This corresponds to a slight growth...

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Beckhoff Joins The Open Process Automation™ Forum

As a leader in interoperable automation technologies, Beckhoff will champion process industry standards as a member of The Open Group Savage, Minnesota, January 20, 2021 – Beckhoff Automation is now a member of The Open Group and its well-known Open Process Automation™ Forum (OPAF). OPAF is an international forum of end users, system integrators, suppliers, academia and standards...

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Beckhoff Welcomed into Key MHI Industry Groups

By joining the MHI Solutions Community and CSS groups, Beckhoff further commits to supplying innovative automation technologies for intralogistics SAVAGE, Minnesota, January 12, 2021 – Beckhoff Automation recently expanded its leadership in intralogistics and material handling by joining MHI’s Solutions Community and Conveyor & Sortation Systems (CSS) Industry Groups. MHI, the largest...

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Company News

Beckhoff Celebrates 25 Years of Bus Terminal I/O Technology

The electronic terminal block, which started as a revolutionary idea, is now a foundational component and global standard in automation technology SAVAGE, Minnesota, December 10, 2020 – Just 25 years ago, Beckhoff had an idea that revolutionized the automation technology of the time: The Bus Terminal combined fieldbus technology with the proven terminal block principle for the first time. The...

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Beckhoff Expands Process Industry Leadership by Joining The Water Council

Both organizations share a commitment to responsible stewardship of natural resources through innovative technologies Savage, Minnesota, September 22, 2020 – Beckhoff Automation recently strengthened its position as a solution provider in water treatment and the process industries by becoming a member of The Water Council (TWC). The Milwaukee-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit promotes innovation in...

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Beckhoff USA Names Paxton Shantz Fabrication Industry Manager

Shantz will oversee sales and support of metalworking, machine tools, additive manufacturing and related applications Savage, Minnesota, August 18, 2020 – Beckhoff USA has hired Paxton Shantz to serve as Fabrication Industry Manager. Shantz will use his extensive automation and fabrication experience to direct Beckhoff sales and support efforts for manufacturers and machine builders in forming,...

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Beckhoff Employee Becomes First Representative from EU on Top IEEE Committee

Dr. Karl Weber will represent the German Federal Ministry in the international Government Engagement Program on Standards VERL, Germany, August 5, 2020 – Dr. Karl Weber of Beckhoff Automation was appointed as official representative of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy (BMWi) to the Government Engagement Program on Standards (GEPS) of the Institute of Electrical and...

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Company News

Beckhoff Unaffected by COVID-19 Outbreak in Gütersloh, Germany Area

Despite a district lockdown, company headquarters and production remain fully functional through proactive measures VERL, Germany, June 25, 2020 – The Beckhoff Automation headquarters in Verl, Germany, and its regional production facilities remain completely operational despite a COVID-19 outbreak in the Gütersloh district. Local authorities instituted a regional lockdown until June 30 after...

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Beckhoff USA Hires Steve Rastberger as Northeast Region District Manager

Rastberger will oversee Beckhoff operations and continued growth in sales and market share in key Northeast US markets SAVAGE, Minnesota, May 5, 2020 – Beckhoff Automation LLC recently appointed Steve Rastberger as Northeast Region District Manager. Rastberger possesses significant knowledge of automation technology, industry trends and key markets throughout the region, which he will use to...

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Beckhoff Expands Presence in Charlotte with New Regional Office

By upgrading its location in North Carolina, Beckhoff adds showroom, training space and increased support capabilities Savage, Minnesota, February 26, 2020 - Beckhoff has moved its regional office in Charlotte, North Carolina, to a larger location to meet constant growth in customer base and market share in the area. Boasting nearly 4,400 square feet, the new office offers exciting advantages...

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