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HEPCOMOTION AND BECKHOFF: Ahead of the curve
HepcoMotion is pleased to introduce a groundbreaking solution that complements Beckhoff’s revolutionary linear motor transport system
W
ith this new solution, Hepco’s PRT2 and 1-Trak guidance systems
work with Beckhoff’s XTS circuit linear system to meet the needs of higher duty XTS applications, where motion profiles and long term durability requirements are particularly demanding.
THE BECKHOFF XTS (EXTENDED TRANSPORT SYSTEM) Beckhoff’s XTS motion system consists of modular linear motors with integrated power electronics and displacement measurement for up to 40 wireless movers on one system. The length of the track and shape can be made to suit the application, making it highly versatile. The motion of each mover is
independently controlled via Beckhoff’s TwinCAT software, allowing users to make product changes on the fly and to implement small lot sizes quickly with maximum efficiency.
“Hepco’s PRT2 and 1-Trak guidance systems work with Beckhoff’s XTS circuit linear system to meet the needs of higher duty XTS applications, where motion profiles and long term durability requirements are particularly demanding”
Mechanical reconfiguration is not necessary as XTS replaces expensive mechanical devices with flexible software functionality.
BECKHOFF XTS WITH HEPCOMOTION’S LINEAR GUIDANCE SYSTEM HepcoMotion has developed special
versions of its PRT2 and 1-Trak guidance systems to work with XTS. With a proven track record, Hepco’s well-renowned guidance systems offer long life, precision and flexibility in a wide array of applications and industries. Featuring the well-renowned V guide technology that Hepco originated over 35 years ago, the PRT2 is the ultimate product for
combined circular and linear motion, while the highly innovative Hepco 1-Trak system re-writes what is possible with linear and rotary motion. The use of Hepco’s advanced linear
guidance system provides exceptional support and guidance for the movers, meeting the needs of higher duty XTS applications where motion profiles and long term durability requirements are particularly demanding. All of this is possible without
compromising positional accuracy over the life of the machine.
HepcoMotion’s track systems are extremely hard wearing
FLEXIBILITY Whether the machine design is new or has to replace an existing installation, XTS can be configured to suit the
Beckhoff’s XTS linear system
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NOVEMBER 2015 | DESIGN SOLUTIONS
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