New C6015 Industrial PC Comes with EtherCAT Compatibility

Press Release Summary:

Beckhoff’s C6015 Industrial PC is embedded with Intel® Atom™ processor with up to four CPU cores that helps in collection, processing and provision of data. Unit measures 82 x 82 x 40 mm size and is suitable for Industrie 4.0 applications. The product is designed for communication tasks during retrofitting and connecting legacy systems. C6015 offers high temperature range and high resistance to shocks and vibrations.


Original Press Release:

Beckhoff IoT Edge Device Provides Simple Path to Industrie 4.0-enabled Process Technology

C6015 ultra-compact Industrial PC is ideal for edge computing and cloud communication

SAVAGE, Minnesota, July 10, 2018 – Modern smart factory concepts tailored to Industrie 4.0 or the Internet of Things (IoT) offer numerous advantages for increasing process efficiency and quality while lowering costs. The ultra-compact C6015 Industrial PC (IPC) from Beckhoff is the ideal space-saving, high-performance IoT edge device that fully utilizes these advantages for new and legacy systems in the process industries.

By integrating comprehensive IoT and analytics functionality, Beckhoff PC-based control technology opens up a wealth of options to optimize production processes. System consistency in the control platform ensures simple implementation and high transparency:

  • A universal portfolio of components for explosion protection, including the ELX series EtherCAT Terminals, enables end-to-end automation of even large and complex processing plants.
  • The TwinCAT software platform offers specific interfaces and libraries for process technology, and enables convenient cloud integration via TwinCAT IoT and data analysis via TwinCAT Analytics, synchronizing perfectly with control cycles.
  • A high-performance IoT edge device in the form of the C6015 ultra-compact IPC, which can simultaneously run all kinds of automation and control tasks.

C6015 as a compact IoT edge device

Measuring just 82 x 82 x 40 mm, the exceptionally compact C6015 IPC with multi-core technology can be flexibly installed even in highly confined spaces. Equipped with an Intel® Atom™ processor that offers up to four CPU cores, the C6015 provides sufficient processing power for simple collection, processing and provision of process data and for the more complex tasks required of a modern IoT gateway. The Microsoft Azure™ certification of the C6015 underscores that the device is ideal for state-of-the-art Industrie 4.0 applications.

The C6015 is predestined for such communication tasks, especially when retrofitting and connecting legacy systems. Existing process technology systems can be easily equipped with additional IoT capabilities using this IoT edge device, or they can be readied to meet future communication requirements. In this way, operators of process technology systems gain access to the full wealth of IoT and analytics solutions supported by Beckhoff technology, regardless of the automation technology used – be it PC-based control or third-party control platforms. This reduces production costs, optimizes product quality and improves the transparency of all process workflows. In addition, system availability and productivity can be increased and cloud-based services used, for example, to implement predictive maintenance.

C6015 ultra-compact IPC

Beckhoff Automation is a provider of advanced and open automation solutions based upon proven technologies for customers to implement high-performance control systems faster and at a lower overall cost than traditional PLC and motion control systems. Beckhoff’s “New Automation Technology” product range includes PC-based control, industrial PCs, automation controllers, operator interfaces, I/O, servo drives and motors. With representation in more than 75 countries, Beckhoff is well-positioned to provide global sales and service to its customers. Beckhoff sales and service are handled directly, with no intermediaries involved for exceptional customer service and consultation.

Media Contact:

Shane Novacek

Beckhoff Automation

Phone: 952-808-6515

s.novacek@beckhoff.com

Twitter: @BeckhoffUSA

Beckhoff Automation LLC

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