Real-Time Panel Control

epis offers solutions for controlling, visualizing, and monitoring pressing and joining processes.

Key Facts:

  • Real-time control communication with process components via EtherCAT
  • Fastest processing of large data volumes
  • Direct process visualization on the panel
  • Integrated PLC
  • Integrated rugged display with glass front
  • Real-time bus system for measurement data acquisition
  • Embedded real-time Linux
  • All-around IP65 protection rating

Requirements

  • Integrated UPS to compensate for brief fluctuations in the supply voltage and safeguard data in the event of a power outage
  • x86-based solution with a real-time-capable Linux operating system
  • Reuse of existing software
  • Integrated display
  • Direct mounting without additional enclosure
  • IP65 protection rating

Solution approach

  • Intel Atom E3990 Processor
  • Embedded Linux with PREEMPT_RT patch
  • UPS with 2-second buffer
  • Die-cast aluminum housing with IP65-rated connector
  • Display with tempered glass front

Specific Benefit

  • Greater flexibility and improved performance
  • This results in shorter cycle times and higher productivity in joining processes

Technical Data

  • Real-time control communication with process components via EtherCAT
  • Fastest processing of large amounts of data
  • Direct process visualization on the panel
  • Integrated PLC

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