So what is MOVI-C® from SEW-EURODRIVE?
MOVI-C® is a modular automation system is a one-software, one-hardware automation platform that combines fully integrated drive components, control electronics and automation software – all from one source. The key to the MOVI-C platform is that each of those components is designed to work together perfectly.
The MOVI-C platform utilizes our newest technologies – from high-efficiency asynchronous gearmotors to ultra-efficient permanent magnet servomotors. Machine builders will appreciate the seamless integration and the availability of proven and value-adding software kits tailored to the customer’s application.
What was MOVI-C® designed to solve?
Today’s engineers can quickly get overwhelmed with automation complexity. The MOVI-C platform has been designed to simplify motion control and automation challenges from basic to advanced needs and requirements– using controls and components designed to work perfectly together.
The new MOVI-C product family is designed to solve a wide range of motion control challenges ranging from standard shaft spinning applications like simple conveyors to complex multi-axis kinematics and robotics - for beginner or advanced-level engineers. Our approach: more parametrization, less programming. With this modular automation platform, we cover decentralized control architectures as well as centralized approaches, all the way to highly complex multi-axis systems. From the controller and inverter to the gearbox: automation made easy.
What makes the design of this motor/drive approach different than others?
Typically, engineers order control electronics from one source, software from another, and drive components from yet another. Getting these building blocks all to work together is another story. The MOVI-C platform offers a complete automation solution – without all the headaches of mismatched components and complexity.
As an added benefit, our MOVIKIT® pre-built software modules are available for many common motion control applications from simple setups to complex robot control. This makes it easy for engineers of all skill levels to do their own automation.
What should users know about this product's function or purpose?
The MOVI-C platform is easy to deploy and intuitive to start up. Plus, with standardized MOVIKIT pre-built application modules, there is very little programming required, even for advanced automation tasks. MOVI-C also integrates with all major PLC manufacturers.
Combining MOVI-C’s ease of use and MOVIKIT’s flexible pre-built modules is the most intuitive way to integrate state-of-the-art drive technology into your machine. Customized solutions also include open-loop, closed-loop, functional safety, and decentralized applications. Communication compatibility includes Ethernet IP, PROFINET®, PROFINETSave®, EtherCat®, FSoE, and other standards.
