Solutions for packaging machines

Not all packaging is alike; the complexity of the underlying technology differs depending on the type of packaging required. As a result, packaging machines require drive and automation solutions which are individually adaptable, and meet high demands in terms of resource efficiency and sustainability.
KEB’s hardware and software solutions go hand in hand here. Highly dynamic servo actuators guarantee rapid and precise positioning in packaging machines. In addition, comprehensive, modular, functional safety technology is directly integrated into the high-performance drive controllers. Scalable control technology for everything from simple PLC applications to complex MotionControl tasks also forms part of KEB’s system solution approach.

Packaging and sealing with KEB

A wide range of packaging machines can be operated with KEB Automation’s products and solutions. Individually adapted to the user’s requirements and characterised by maximum flexibility in implementation, packaging machines achieve the highest levels of efficiency with KEB.

Tubular bagging machines

The C6 Compact control system from KEB is used in tubular bagging machines which package liquids, powder or cream, for example. This control system can be flexibly adapted to the customer’s specifications and used both as a main control and as a sub-control. As an embedded control system for a complete solution, communication with the I/Os and axes takes place via EtherCAT. The C6 HMI is also used as a scalable machine display system with integrated COMBIVIS Connect Runtime for remote maintenance of the system. This makes maintenance and analysis of the tubular bagging machine very convenient for the user. Finally, drive controllers in combination with a servo motor reliably set the machine in motion.

Bagging machines

During the production of sack packaging, the items have to pass through various stations. For example, the production of cement or building material sacks includes steps such as printing, shaping the sack or securing the bottom of the sack to give it a sturdy base. KEB equips entire lines with suitable drive solutions to produce this type of packaging. To give a concrete example, KEB supplies drive controllers with a total rated power of up to 110 kW – accompanied by suitable EMC filters and power chokes. The drive controllers come in various designs and with different cooling options (a flat rear version for mounting on an external heat sink, or an air-cooled version), and are extremely flexible so that they can respond to the respective requirements of the packaging machine.

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