As the possibilities of automation expand far beyond the
traditional areas of packaging and material handling, thanks to lighter,
faster, and more affordable machinery, we are seeing a recognition of its
importance in industries that one might not have expected five or ten years
ago. The recent ACHEMA 2012 show in Frankfurt, Germany
illustrated this, pointing out the critical nature of keeping production and
manufacturing in those areas in line with, or even ahead of, market
expectations. As experts in automation systems, we’re well aware of the
capabilities they afford, but it’s refreshing to see new areas awaken to the
opportunities.
Servo-based systems provide the ideal solution to the
automation issues discussed in the linked article above. With unparalleled
speed, accuracy, and responsive feedback-based operation, the new generation of
smaller yet powerful servo drives opens the market to chemical manufacturers in
need of versatility, customization, and a wide range of system features. The
trend of intuitive, user-friendly software packages, as well as SERCOS
specifications and standards, make it even easier for new companies and
industries to introduce automation to their production lines. IIS is here to
help start that process – reach out today!
