KEB America Demonstrates Coordinated Motion Control at Automate
Industrial automation and robotics manufacturers experience KEB’s motion control solutions that enhance a machine’s speed, accuracy, coordination, and safety.
Shakopee, Minnesota, May 12, 2025 - KEB America, a subsidiary of KEB Automation KG and the North American provider of industrial automation solutions, is showcasing its motion control suite for robotics and automation machine builders at the Automate show in Detroit, Michigan. By integrating KEB's S6 servo drives, TA servo motors, Compact 3 embedded controllers, and X1 HMIs, automation manufacturers can achieve precise and efficient handling of their machine's dynamic movements.
KEB America is showcasing coordinated motion in booth 946. Its interactive demo features four S6 servo drives powering four TA servo motors, which work together to precisely synchronize the back-and-forth motion of interlacing screws. The advanced coordinated camming profiles in this motion are powered by KEB's Compact 3 embedded controller. Visualization of the operation is handled by the X1 HMI, utilizing the latest version of HELIO HMI software.
"See firsthand the power, speed, precision, and safety of KEB's integrated motion solutions in this interactive demo," said Jonathan Bullick, National Sales Manager at KEB America. "We added safety light curtains for attendees to directly experience the S6's safety features, Safe Limited Speed (SLS) and Safe Torque Off (STO) in real-time operation."
Featured KEB products include:
• KEB S6 Servo Drives: Renowned for their robust control algorithms, the S6 servo drives deliver high precision and dynamic motion control essential for demanding industrial applications. Its versatility supports a wide range of motor types and feedback systems, offering scalability and flexibility for diverse machine designs. Integrated safety functions (Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE), PROFIsafe) and comprehensive communication capabilities ensure seamless integration into complex automation architectures.
• KEB TA Servo Motors: Engineered for optimal performance with KEB servo drives, the TA series permanent magnet synchronous motors come in six frame sizes, offering torque ratings from .5 Nm to 90 Nm and motor speeds ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 rpm. This range caters to the specific demands of various robotic axes and automated tasks. Their high efficiency, reliability, and precise feedback via high-resolution encoders ensure accurate and dependable operation in demanding robotic applications.
• KEB Compact 3 Embedded Controller: This powerful controller provides a robust platform for running machine control logic, coordinating complex motion sequences, and managing communication with other automation components. Its real-time performance and support for standard programming languages make it an ideal solution for controlling intricate movements and automated processes.
• KEB X1 HMIs and HELIO HMI Software: The X1 HMI series, powered by the HELIO HMI development tool, offers intuitive operator interfaces for monitoring machine status, configuring parameters, and interacting with the automation system. This customizable HMI solution simplifies industrial operations, diagnostics, and troubleshooting through clear and accessible visualization of critical data.
KEB America invites Automate attendees to visit booth 946 at Huntington Place from May 12-15, 2025. Stop by to discuss your specific application needs with our sales and application engineering teams and discover how KEB's technology can elevate your automation performance.
About KEB America, Inc.
KEB America, Inc. is a North American manufacturer of industrial automation products for applications in the robotics, packaging, plastics, and material handling industries. KEB America manufactures, assembles, and supports its suite of German-engineered controls, drives, motors, brakes, and clutches at its ISO 9001:2015 certified, 150,000-square-foot facility in Shakopee, Minnesota. For more information, please visit https://www.kebamerica.com.
KEB America is a wholly owned subsidiary of KEB Automation KG, a global provider of complete automation system solutions headquartered in Barntrup, Germany. KEB Automation KG has four global production sites, 11 subsidiaries, and 1,400+ employees worldwide.
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