Kollmorgen (Radford, VA) offers the AKD PDMM that combines a multi-axis motion controller, IEC61131-3 soft PLC, EtherCAT® master, and AKD® servo drive in a single, compact package. The system is suited for applications in printing, packaging, converting, and medical, as well as other automation applications where precise synchronization of multiple axes of motion is vital. It is fully programmable through the KAS Integrated Development Environment (KAS IDE), providing an automation solution that is scalable from a single axis up to 128 axes with a single controller. Features include the ability to master seven or more additional axes over an EtherCAT network, plus additional EtherCAT connected devices such as I/O and MODBUS-connected devices such as HMIs. Kollmorgen Automation Suite is a complete machine automation solution comprised of software, motion components, and engineering services. It simulates the machine’s operation in advance of connecting all components.

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