Drivecontrol EC100 ZPA Modules for High Torque Brushless Rollerdrives Provide Enhanced Control Functions
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Wilmington, N.C., January 8, 2007 - Interroll's high torque brushless ZPA (Zero Pressure Accumulation) DriveControl module provides enhanced control for consecutive single-zone accumulation applications. Designated the DriveControl EC100 ZPA, the module manages the functionality of the RollerDrive unit and offers self-contained ZPA logic control in a plug-and play configuration for ease of installation and operation. The DriveControl EC100 ZPA is ideally suited for high torque brushless RollerDrive conveying in postal, distribution center or manufacturing applications.
"The EC100 ZPA is an self contained intelligent conveying system that offers enhanced diagnostics along with its zone-to-zone communication and varied accumulation modes," said Ken Bobick, Global Product Manager for Interroll RollerDrives. "The EC100 ZPA also provides significant energy savings - and, therefore, cost savings - over line shaft and tangential belt applications in that your system only runs when required."
With the conveyor running only when needed, it becomes even more cost effective with the DriveControl EC100 ZPA on a cost per zone basis versus both existing mechanical methods and other competitive motorized driven roller solutions. The DriveControl EC100 ZPA module is easy to install with no external control of programmable logic control (PLC) required. However, it does allow the use of an external controller or PLC to enable integration into any existing control scheme. It interfaces with both PNP and NPN logic style photo eyes.
Backward compatible with the popular Interroll Intelliveyor accumulation control system, the DriveControl EC100 ZPA interfaces readily with Interroll's new Z-card to complete all variations of accumulation applications, single zone as well as coordinated multiple zone solutions. It also provides enhanced diagnostic capability with indicators that allow identification of system-specific faults without PLC monitoring.
Interroll's RollerDrive EC100 addresses customers' needs for more power and cost-efficiency. Designed as an economical and safe alternative to traditional tangential belt, line shaft, chain and sprocket drive systems, the 24 VDC motorized driven roller meets the demand for moving heavier loads with improved control capabilities. The RollerDrive EC100 provides up to a 70 percent increase in torque at costs comparable to motorized driven rollers with fewer features.
For more information about Interroll's innovative EC100 RollerDrive and DriveControl conveyor components, call 1-800-830-9680, fax 800-830-9679 or visit www.interroll.us.
About Interroll
Products developed by Interroll are deployed on a global scale - wherever goods have to be conveyed, stored or distributed. Committed to excellence, Interroll offers cutting-edge solutions spanning the entire value chain, for a diverse range of industries.
Interroll endeavors to establish a leading position in selected product segments for internal unit load handling - worldwide. Established in 1959 and listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange SWX, the Interroll Group currently employs 1100 people at around 25 enterprises worldwide. Directed by a strategic holding company located in Sant'Antonino, Switzerland, the Group operates with three global business units. Within the components segment, "Interroll Drives & Rollers" focuses on supplying regional engineering companies and original equipment manufacturers. Within the area of modules and subsystems, "Interroll Dynamic Storage" and "Interroll Automation" have tailored their product portfolios to meet the requirements of global systems integrators, multinational corporations and end-users. Interroll develops all-embracing solutions in the field of food processing and distribution, airport technology, mail and parcel distribution, third-party logistics, automotive suppliers and pharmaceuticals.
