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SUPPLEMENT SUSTAINABILITY IN MANUFACTURING IO-LINK: INTELLIGENT AUTOMATION
OF INDUSTRIAL PLANTS With their measured values, STEGO IO-Link sensors enable precise control and
parameterisation of applications in areas such as climate detection, distance measurement and current measurement
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O-Link is a leading standard in industrial automation that enables the simple and efficient integration of sensors and actuators
into digital networks. It is a bidirectional communication interface that allows devices to send and receive data. IO-Link offers digital data transmission,
resulting in precise and reliable communication between devices. This transmission takes place via a uniform, standardised interface, improving the interoperability and interchangeability of components. IO-Link offers functions to increase efficiency and flexibility in production, including parameterisable device configuration, diagnostic functions for fast troubleshooting and the transfer of additional process and device data. This enables production engineers to comprehensively monitor and control their systems to optimise production processes. IO-Link devices can be integrated into almost any fieldbus and control system infrastructure; and it supports the processing of multiple measured values from different sensors simultaneously, resulting in comprehensive monitoring and control of production facilities. IO-Link is a powerful solution for optimising
manufacturing through precise and reliable communication, flexibility in the integration and control of devices, and a variety of functions such as condition monitoring and remote access.
PURELY DIGITAL TRANSMISSION Maximum reliability: By using a 24 V signal and purely digital transmission, communication between sensors, actuators and the controller is conversion- and loss-free. This means that the transmitted data remains precise and unaltered, resulting in a high level of accuracy and consistency in production. Elimination of interference factors: Signal
losses or interference that can occur with analogue transmission are a thing of the past. This ensures constant and reliable communication between the devices, even in demanding production environments with strong electrical interference or EMC interference. Simple integration and commissioning: The use of a 24 V signal and digital transmission make the integration and commissioning of IO-Link devices extremely simple and efficient. Future-proofing and compatibility: Production engineers can benefit from the advantages of digital communication that keeps pace with the latest technological developments. IO-Link
is also backwards compatible, which means that older devices can easily be integrated with new IO-Link systems.
for monitoring system statuses in real time. The ability to process several measured values from sensors simultaneously enables production engineers to gain a comprehensive insight into the condition of their systems. Remote access via the internet: IO-Link also
enables remote access to sensor data and system control via the internet. Production engineers can therefore access the systems from any location and make settings or carry out diagnostics without having to be on site. Combining condition monitoring, processing of multiple measured values and remote access via IO-Link offers companies a powerful solution for optimising their manufacturing processes and maximising system availability.
SEAMLESS INTEGRATION INTO EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURES
Independent of fieldbus and control systems: Thanks to the flexibility of IO-Link masters, IO- Link devices can be easily integrated into almost any fieldbus and control system infrastructure. Flexibility and scalability: The ability to
integrate IO-Link devices into different infrastructures offers production engineers flexibility and scalability. They can expand their production facilities to meet new requirements or optimise processes without having to limit themselves to specific fieldbus protocols. Simplified configuration and commissioning: IO-Link masters simplify the configuration and commissioning of IO-Link devices. Compatibility with Industry 4.0 standards: The
seamless integration of IO-Link devices into various fieldbus and control systems makes them an ideal solution for Industry 4.0 applications.
REDUCED INSTALLATION COSTS Unshielded cables save costs: By dispensing with shielded cables and the associated earthing, companies can achieve considerable savings in installation costs. As data transmission can be realised via standard industrial cables (three-core cables), there is no need for special cables. Elimination of digital/analogue converters: By
becoming independent of costly analogue input cards (digital/analogue converters), companies can dispense with these components, resulting in direct cost savings.
CONDITION MONITORING AND REMOTE ACCESS Monitoring in real time: In the field of condition monitoring, IO-Link offers an efficient solution
36 DESIGN SOLUTIONS - SUPPLEMENT JULY/AUGUST 2024
STEGO IO-LINK SENSORS INUSE Climate monitoring with the CSS 014: The compact Smart Sensor CSS 014 from STEGO is the innovative IO-Link sensor for monitoring environmental conditions in control cabinets. It precisely measures temperature and humidity to ensure optimum conditions for electronic components. The sensor enables reliable monitoring and alarming in the event of deviations, which increases operational safety. Thanks to its intelligent technology, the CSS 014 is an indispensable tool for protecting sensitive devices in switch cabinets. Detect distances with the DSS 015: The
DSS 015 is a smart distance sensor that uses ultrasonic waves and the principle of time- of-flight (ToF) measurement to determine the distance to objects. Suitable for applications where precise distance measurements are required, it offers a digital IO-Link interface and supports a detection range of 0.3m to 4m. The sensor’s field of view is conical with an angle of 45˚. The sensor works with an operating voltage of DC 24 V (DC 18 - 30 V) and has a maximum power consumption of 0.6 W. Measuring current with the ESS 076: The STEGO ESS 076 is a smart current sensor for precise measurement of current consumption in industrial systems. It measures AC current up to 100A without contact and outputs data in analogue (4-20 mA) or digital (IO-Link) form. With its high-precision measurement technology, it supports condition monitoring and enables energy efficiency measures and cost reductions by identifying peak loads. The sensor is retrofit- compatible and offers versatile mounting options.
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