In the smart factory, machines and systems are increasingly networked. As a result, the topic of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is also becoming increasingly important. Especially in industrial plants where frequency converter-controlled motors are used, undesirable currents can increasingly occur on the equipotential bonding (PA) or protective earth (PE) cables. A new, innovative cable design from LAPP reliably reduces leakage currents and makes a decisive contribution to improved EMC in machines and systems. Stripped ÖLFLEX® SERVO FD zeroCM Nowadays, electric motors in process automation are operated exclusively by means of frequency converters. In addition to the advantage of variable speed, this type of control offers considerable improvements in terms of energy and process efficiency. However, due to the principle of control, undesirable side effects occur and leakage currents are generated. The more components are involved, the greater the risk of such disturbances. At the same time, the installation spaces in machines […]
Etherline
Railways are the cornerstone of many countries and play a key role in competitive ability, transporting goods to seaports and other distribution centers. The resilience of many countries depends on a multimodal transport system that effectively connects businesses to consumers, suppliers, markets and the global economy. The rail market consists of three main segments: Rolling Stock, Systems Technology and Infrastructure. Within these three segments, LAPP focuses on the Rolling Stock segment and part of Systems Technology focuses on trains. When dealing with passenger and freight transport, the main characteristics of the Rolling Stock business are high fire safety requirements to protect people and property. All products used on trains in Europe must comply with the EN 45545-2 standard. In other regions of the world, other standards are required, such as GOST, NFPA 130 or CCC. In order to standardize cables for rolling stock applications, cable standards have been developed, according […]
Compact monitoring device for data cables Until now, there were only two options for maintaining machine and plant parts: either parts were replaced if they were already defective, or parts that still worked were replaced at specific intervals as a precaution. However, thanks to Industry 4.0 and digitalization, there is a more efficient alternative to reactive maintenance: preventive maintenance. The idea behind this is to carry out maintenance measures depending on actual performance. Which is also possible for connection systems, such as cables or connectors. Although LAPP cables last for many years, in situations with highly dynamic movements at high speeds and strong torsion, it is advantageous and more cost-effective to monitor cables to avoid unexpected stops that impair productivity. ETHERLINE® GUARD is the latest innovative solution from LAPP This compact device monitors the performance of ethernet cables and, when there is a risk of failure, displays what the fault […]
Industrial Communication by LAPP Group The right solution for every application Digitalization is leading to ever-increasing volumes of data in production halls. As a result, Ethernet, which has already become a standard in office environments, is becoming increasingly important in industrial environments. The challenge for industrial data cables lies in the reliable transfer of high data rates in harsh industrial environments. As we incorporate products into our customers’ automation processes, we are constantly asked to provide innovative ideas to solve important challenges. Therefore, we offer our customers a wide range of components and system solutions for factory, construction, and process automation. Our data communication solutions include cabling and connectivity, complete systems for the integrated network at the sensor and control level through to the stock management system. ETHERLINE® ACCESS General Features ETHERLINE® ACCESS M06T-2GEN/M08T-2GEN/ M08T02SFP/M08T02GSFP Managed Switch Features Benefits ETHERLINE® ACCESS U05T-2GEN/U08T-2GEN/ U16T/U04TP01T/U08GT Resources ETHERLINE® ACCESS PNF04T/PNF08T/ PNF16T Features for […]
ETHERLINE® GUARD Until now, there were two alternatives for the maintenance of machine components in the industry: Maintenance is carried out when there is a breakdown or maintenance is carried out only at scheduled intervals as a preventive measure. However, due to digitalisation and Industry 4.0, predictive maintenance is more efficient than reactive or preventive maintenance. The idea will be to maintain the systems depending on the performance status of the components. Predictive maintenance is also possible be applied to cables and connectors. Although LAPP cables last for years, in situations with great demands on movement, speed and torsion, it is advantageous and more economical to monitor the wires to avoid prolonged and unexpected stops of the systems that lead to production breaks. ETHERLINE® GUARD is an innovative solution from LAPP. A compact device that monitors the state of health of ethernet cables subject to significant physical and dynamic stress […]
