In an increasingly demanding industrial environment, where productivity, precision and adaptability are key to success, having a robust motion control solution motion control is no longer optional: it is a competitive advantage.
Siemens , a leader in industrial automation, offers a fully integrated architecture consisting of the controllers SIMATIC and servo drives SINAMICS, ideal to cover all kinds of motion requirements, from basic tasks to complex multi-axis systems. In Omnielectric, as official distributors, we offer advisory and support so that your plant lives up to the market’s new challenges.
What is Motion Control and why is it key in automation?
The Motion Control is a discipline within automation that focuses on the precise control of the movement of electric motors, servo motors and actuators in industrial machinery. This technology enables:
- Adjust and maintain constant rotation speeds.
- Control with exactness positions relative or absolute.
- Execute synchronized motions between multiple axes.
- Implement complex cam curves or multi-axis interpolations.
In industries such as packaging, robotics, bottling, textile, CNC or automated assembly, a well-designed Motion Control system is the key to achieving efficiency, repeatability and reliability.
Siemens architecture for motion control: integrated and scalable
Siemens’ proposition combines two highly compatible technological families: SIMATIC (PLC controllers of the latest generation) and SINAMICS (servo and vector drives), all managed intuitively from the development environment TIA Portal.
SIMATIC controllers: intelligence at the core
SIMATIC S7-1200
Is the compact controller ideal for basic automation and movement tasks. It offers integrated speed and positioning control functionalities, Ethernet communication, and flexible expansion modules. It is perfect for simple lines, pick & place systems, or automation of individual stations.
SIMATIC S7-1500
Designed for more demanding applications, this high-performance PLC can manage multiple axes, electronic cam control, interpolation, and complex kinematics. It also guarantees exceptional performance in cycle times, functional safety (Safety Integrated) and connectivity with industrial networks.
SIMATIC S7-1500T
Advanced version optimized for high-level Motion Control tasks. It incorporates native interpolation, synchronization and multi-axis trajectory control.
SINAMICS drives: power and precision
SINAMICS V90
is a compact servo drive that offers position and speed control with an excellent cost-benefit balance. It communicates via Profinet IRT with response times of up to 2 ms, ideal for standard tasks such as labeling, material feeding or rotary tables. Includes basic safety functions such as hardware-wired stop.
SINAMICS S210
Designed for high performance, this servo drive offers ultra-fast communications (up to 250 microseconds) with the SIMATIC controllers, ideal for tasks that require high precision and dynamics. Includes integrated functional safety via Profisafe, facilitating the design of safe machines without additional wiring.
SINAMICS S120
Is the most versatile solution within the family, as it allows controlling asynchronous motors or servos, in multi-axis or single-axis configuration. Its new firmware improves programming and reduces commissioning time. It is ideal for complex machinery such as machine tools, textile machinery, winding machines and CNC systems.
All in one architecture: TIA Portal
One of the big differentiators of the Siemens solution is its total integration within the programming environment TIA Portal (Totally Integrated Automation). This enables:
- Program the controller, configure the drives and visualize the system from a single environment.
- Reduce commissioning times thanks to tools such as Startdrive.
- Detect errors or conflicts in real time with automatic diagnostics.
- Apply motion blocks preconfigured for standard tasks such as absolute positioning, synchronization or cam control.
- Integrate functional safety with Profisafe and Safety Integrated in a simple and coherent way.
Thanks to this unification, Motion Control project development is faster, safer, maintainable and scalable.
What type of movements can you automate?
With the combination of SIMATIC + SINAMICS, you can cover a very wide range of requirements:
- Speed control constant or variable.
- Absolute or relative positioning, with acceleration ramps.
- Synchronization between axes, for processes such as filling, punching or cutting.
- Electronic cam interpolation, ideal for labeling, filling and continuous process machinery.
- Control of complex kinematics: Cartesian robots, gantries, mechanical arms, etc.
From a simple point movement application to a multi-axis system with dynamic and safe control, this platform lets you develop the right solution without changing technology or complicating the architecture.
Are you ready to automate your movement?
Having an integrated solution like SIMATIC + SINAMICS not only improves the precision and efficiency of your processes, but also prepares you for future challenges, as the architecture is completely scalable and Industry 4.0 ready.
📩 Contact our technical team today and discover how we can help you implement Motion Control professionally, safely and cost-effectively.
