46 n NEW PRODUCTS January 2025 www.drivesncontrols.com Siemens has announced a new version of its Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) Portal, focusing on performance and efficiency enhancements, and supporting the company’s latest PLCs. Version 20 of the engineering framework is said to enable faster project development by simplifying workflows and improving efficiency. TIA Portal V20 extends support for PLCs with motion control and safety functions, such as the latest S7-1200 G2 controller, the S7-1511/S7-1513 PLC, new S71500 modular CPUs and a new software controller. The Portal provides a human-readable textbased representation of graphical code, simplifying the use of external tools such as GIT or Beyond Compare, as well as code generation to make programming more convenient. Security functions have also been enhanced, with the ability to connect Simatic PLCs to a central user management system, allowing users to access shopfloor devices easily without compromising security. Program optimisation options have been improved, and a faster program runtime analysis has been implemented for service and maintenance. The new version also enhances data exchange between TIA Portal, TIA Portal Cloud and Project Server Cloud. Siemens www.siemens.com New version of TIA Portal platform boosts performance and extends support for PLCs Reluctance motors are up to two frames smaller Igus has launched an autonomous mobile robot costing less than £30,000 which, it claims, could pay for itself in less than 12 months. It says that the ReBeL Move AGV offers a cost-effective entry into an automated logistics for factories. The vehicle can move small load carriers measuring 600 x 400mm or 300 x 400mm with payloads of up to 35kg. It travels at up to 1.5m/s, has a battery life of more than eight hours, and a charging time of less than two hours. It can be commissioned quickly even by those with basic IT knowledge. The AGV can be combined with igus’ReBeL articulated cobot arm, made largely of plastics, which costs about a fifth of comparable metal cobots. The arm weighs 8.2kg, has a 2kg payload capacity, and a reach of 664mm. The AGV can work as a standalone system needing only a Wi-Fi connection. Simple jobs can be programmed in 15 minutes. The operator first configures its paths using a hand controller to move the vehicle. The AGV has a 360-degree camera and uses “slam”technology to create a digital map. After this mapping, the operator can use a tablet to define stations for work, maintenance and charging. The same applies to no-go zones such as areas around stairs, or those where the robot needs to move at a reduced speed. The AGV recognises these areas using a camera and reflectors at each station, avoiding the need to install guides or tracks on the floor. igus UK 01604 677240 www.igus.co.uk Delta has launched a series of high-efficiency PM reluctance motors which, it says, bring unparalleled compactness, energy savings, and integration capabilities to fan and pump applications. The IE5-efficiency MSI motors offer a size reduction of 1-2 frame sizes compared to traditional induction motors with similar ratings. The motor’s dimensions match those of standard induction motors, simplifying replacement. The motor’s parameters are preloaded into Delta’s MS300, CP/CFP2000, and VP3000 drives, for quick system set-up. The motor is available in 1,500 and 3,000 rpm versions, with options including flange, foot and flange/foot versions. The motors are said to be ideal for fan and pump applications. They are claimed to cut noise levels by 5–10dB compared to standard motors, and have low vibration levels. Delta www.deltaww.com/enus/products/Motor-Series/13370 £30,000 mobile robot can pay for itself in less than a year SEW-Eurodrive has launched a range of environmentallyfriendly geared motors with a coating-free design that eliminates the use of solvents or coatings on outer surfaces. The ECO2 gearmotors have aluminium housings and are ideal for environments that are shielded from heat, cold and moisture. Aluminium is resistant to corrosion, forming a protective oxide layer. Eliminating coatings removes the usual energy-intensive drying process during motor production and reduces the use of cleaning agents. Uncoated components are said to be easier to maintain because they do not need to be recoated after repairs, and simpler to recycle at the end of their lives. This not only reduces the carbon footprint during manufacture, but also improves cost efficiency across the entire product lifecycle. Removing the coating process has allowed SEW-Eurodrive to cut its energy use and CO2 emissions by up to 3%. It says it is passing the savings on to customers. Following a soft launch last year, the ECO2 motors are being rolled out as the standard offering for a wide range of SEW’s gearmotor combinations. SEW-Eurodrive UK 01924 893855 www.sew-eurodrive.co.uk Coating-free geared motors cut CO2 emissions and energy use
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