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2008-01-19 Manufacturing
News
Rockwell Automation controls solutions for machine builders Allen-Bradely solutions from Rockwell Automation help machine builders Schenck AccuRate develop gravimetric feeders with a portfolio of integrated controls.
Milwaukee, Wis., USA - Feeder and meter manufacturer Schenck AccuRate is now incorporating Allen-Bradley products from Rockwell Automation (automation solutions provider, machine builders, OEM solutions) into its line of Mechatron gravimetric feeders, providing end users with increased levels of accuracy. Schenck AccuRate's customers have consistently specified Rockwell Automation controls for their machines, and both companies share an interest in the growing development of mechatronic design principles, making the supplier-OEM relationship a natural fit. For machine builders, mechatronic design requires organizing a cross-functional design team in which each of the disciplines is represented, instead of having separate design teams (mechanical, controls, software, etc.). Forward-thinking machine builders such as Schenck AccuRate even include their automation supplier in this collaborative effort, engaging them early in the process. “To provide the most advanced automation to our customers, we continue looking for ways to effectively link the mechanical world to the controls engineering world,” said Gary Kuehneman, director of Business Development and Marketing, Schenck AccuRate. “Teaming with Rockwell Automation took us in the right direction because the company knows how to effectively incorporate different engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, software and controls – and has an industry-leading portfolio of integrated controls available in the market.” The Mechatron feeder is controlled by Schenck AccuRate's patented DISOCONT
Integrated Controller. The DISOCONT is a dynamic, weight-based controller
with patented control algorithms that enhance feeding accuracy and is
part of the Rockwell Automation Encompass Program, a third-party product
referencing program. The Encompass program creates a path for critical
information exchange and improved solutions in the marketplace by linking
technical and commercial resources of Rockwell Automation and the Encompass
partner. The Rockwell Automation solution consists of Bulletin 800 F-series switches, terminal blocks and Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 4 variable frequency drives that integrate seamlessly with Schenck AccuRate's control platform. Heat sink thermal protection in the drives allows the feeder to operate at lower speeds, helps extend the overall life cycle of the drives and, ultimately, lowers maintenance costs for the end user. “The biggest challenge that many of our customers face is training machine operators. When we implemented new technologies on this feeder, our goal was to make the application as easy to learn and use as possible,” said Kuehneman. “In the end, the move to Allen-Bradley products was largely customer-driven, as our end users exhibited a high level of recognition and knowledge of Rockwell Automation products.” Schenck AccuRate plans to expand its relationship with Rockwell Automation and utilize the company's industry knowledge and standards expertise by standardizing its extrusion process applications, its alternative fuel delivery systems, and other feeder product lines on Allen-Bradley controls. Rockwell Automation Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial automation
power, control and information solutions that help manufacturers achieve
a competitive advantage in their businesses. The company brings together
leading global brands in industrial automation that include Allen-Bradley
controls and services, and Rockwell Software factory management software.
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