Movigear is SEW-Eurodrive’s answer to an innovative, decentralised mechatronic drive system.
This system sets itself apart through its excellent networking features, supports independent monitoring and maintenance tasks, and helps to reduce startup times. SEW-Eurodrive has recently expanded the product series to include two new variants – Movigear binary for standalone applications and Movigear AS-Interface with a simple fieldbus connection.
In intralogistics and other industries with materials handling processes, the requirements on material flow equipment are becoming more demanding and specific. SEW-Eurodrive developed the Movigear drive system to handle these new requirements. This drive system is a true mechatronic product that combines the gear unit, motor, frequency inverter and communication system all in one compact housing. Due to its high overall efficiency, this drive solution is particularly suited to the energy-efficient operation of horizontal materials handling systems. In this area, in addition to networked transport systems with multiple drives, there are also numerous individual applications with small machines or simple conveyors that require a reliable and energy-efficient drive that can be started up easily on location.
For standalone applications, SEW-Eurodrive developed Movigear binary, the mechatronic drive solution. This solution can be started up quickly and easily using a DIP switch and a potentiometer without the need for a PC. For applications with constant velocity, users can adjust the fixed speeds and ramps. The system includes an interface for additional diagnostics and input parameters. Using the binary inputs, the unit can be controlled using either a central PLC or locally with on-site or manual operation. For safety-related applications, all Movigear SEW-Eurodrive variants include a standard integrated safety feature that functions as a safe stop.
The Movigear AS-Interface variant facilitates simple and economical connection to the fieldbus using a standard AS-interface. This version of the mechatronic drive system also allows for the use of configurable fixed speeds and ramps. In addition, external sensors that can either be processed directly or transmitted to a higher-level controller via the AS-interface can be connected. The binary inputs make it possible to operate the system on-site or manually. This Movigear variant also comes equipped with an interface for diagnostics and input parameters as well as an integrated safety feature. Movigear AS-Interface makes it possible to establish a simple fieldbus connection. This variant of the mechatronic drive system is particularly suited for expansive applications. A typical application area for this variant is materials handling equipment in intralogistics, for example roller conveyors, belt conveyors, pallet conveyors and rotary tables.
Movigear has been successfully implemented by various companies around the world. One such installation was at Coca-Cola HBC Austria. Energy savings of 75% have been confirmed due to the consistent use of 40 Movigear units with Single Line Network installations. This amounts to a CO2 reduction of approximately 39 000 kg per year.
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