Integration of automated format changeover into machine concepts
Modularity and monitoring for automated format adjustment
Most mechanical engineers have long recognized that the ability to switch machine formats
automatically is a huge advantage, saving an enormous amount of time over methods using
hand wheels. Plus, automation also minimizes the amount of material wasted, as the
format adjustments are always precisely reproducible and autocorrecting.
A drive technology manufacturer specializing in positioning systems and format changeovers,
halstrup-walcher has come out with a new generation of PSE/PSS/PSW products, adding two
important items to the list of advantages that the company already offers its customers:
The Creation Of Modern Interior Designs – By Robust And Flexible Machines
Have a look at how positioning systems PSE are integrated into a machine
An extensive modular system allows mechanical engineers to adjust bus communication and the
IP protection class to meet the needs of a given customer – all without changing relevant
dimensions. This feature noticeably reduces the amount of work involved in making the
changes and adaptations needed for meeting a customer’s specific machine concepts.
A large number of system parameters are continuously reviewed to support the machine‘s
condition monitoring, a feature that results in improved availability.
What makes this possible is an integrated product family designed for all three relevant IP
protection classes: IP54 (PSE), IP65 (PSS) and IP68 (PSW). None of the models requires an
additional, bulky bus distributor, because bus communication takes place directly on board in
halstrup-walcher positioning systems. The need for bulky exterior packaging for higher IP
protection classes is eliminated here as well – an important benefit for any mechanical
engineer, given how tight installation spaces always are.