Motion Controller offers embedded robotic capabilities.
Press Release Summary:
Combining motion and logic control with robot control on uniform IEC platform, IndraMotion MLC is capable of up to 64 axes of control with ability to handle up to 8 robotic kinematics simultaneously. Unit includes dynamic belt synchronization for multiple conveyors, and integrated vision system interface. Control platform uses all Ethernet-based SERCOS III network as standard drive interface and for HMI and vision system integration.
Original Press Release:
Powerful Motion, Logic and Robot Control in Rexroth MLC - PACK EXPO '07
Rexroth's latest MLC controller combines motion and logic control with robot control on a uniform IEC platform. The new MLC lowers automation costs considerably, and is now capable of up to 64 axes of control with the ability to handle up to eight robotic kinematics simultaneously.
(Hoffman Estates, IL - www.boschrexroth-us.com) Bosch Rexroth's IndraMotion MLC Motion Logic controller is now available with powerful embedded robotic capabilities. The MLC controller uses standard IEC programming controls rather than proprietary programs for the robotic functions. For the packaging industry, this allows for greater flexibility and increased use of robots in packaging applications.
With more than 100 ready-to-use kinematics for Delta, SCARA and Cartesian style robots, the Rexroth MLC control offers a full six-axis path planner, with the ability to run multiple kinematics at the same time. Features include up to 64 axes of control, dynamic belt synchronization for multiple conveyors, and integrated vision system interface. A kinematic wizard is available for easy configuration. This control platform uses an all Ethernet-based SERCOS III network as standard drive interface and for HMI and vision system integration.
For more information about Rexroth's MLC with embedded robot control, visit www.boschrexroth-us.com.
Bosch Rexroth AG, part of the Bosch Group, achieved sales of approximately $6.2 billion (4.9 billion Euro) in 2006 with over 29,800 employees. Under the brand name of Rexroth the company offers all drive and control technologies, from mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics to electronics and associated service. Over 500,000 customers worldwide utilize Rexroth's unique technological know-how to implement their innovative and future-oriented systems and machine concepts. The global player, represented in over 80 countries, is an extensive supplier of components and systems for industrial and factory automation and mobile applications. Visit www.boschrexroth-us.com for more information.
For more information, please contact
Bosch Rexroth Corporation
Joe Biondo
5150 Prairie Stone Parkway
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Telephone (847) 645-3600
Fax (847) 645-6201
joe.biondo@boschrexroth-us.com
