The advantages of the digital I/O interface are not only reflected in the complex machine but also on the compact machine. IO-Link allows the new grinding machine from Fives Giustina to be more flexible, more efficient and easier to operate. IO-Link and centralized storage parameters enable easy data exchange and product replacement in the shortest possible time. Transparent parameter setting and diagnostic concepts provide users with additional advantages. Cooperation with Balluff makes this Made in Italy The business machine realized the transformation of Industry 4.0.
The Giustina RVD 23 model is capable of gripping workpieces for machining: This machine can grind parts with flat surfaces such as: connecting rods, grinding discs, gears and other components in the machine or workpiece structure. This vertical double grinding wheel Grinding machines are versatile and their flexible replacement mode can be used on a wide range of components. Two-plane or single-plane workpieces can be machined in a machine by cross-cutting or continuous flow. Parts are rotated during grinding to improve Parallelism and surface quality. The machine can easily change the gripper, so that it can handle a variety of workpieces with thicknesses ranging from 0.5 to 100mm and diameters up to 200mm.
The manufacturer of this grinding machine is the Fives Group of Fives Giustina Srl, headquartered in Turin. Fives Giustina offers a comprehensive range of grinding machines, including accessories and services. The company's customers come from almost all industries, especially the vehicle manufacturing and aviation industries. The Giustina RVD 23 is distinguished by its outstanding efficiency and excellent value for money. Damiano Bosa, a project engineer at Fives Giustina, said: 'We have always maintained an open attitude towards innovative technologies that improve efficiency while reducing costs.'
Giustina RVD 23 Grinder
For many years, Balluff has been an expert in automation systems such as sensor systems, RFID, etc., and has maintained a close working relationship with Fives Giustina. In Fives Giustina, IO-Link is well known and complies with IEC 61131-9 international certification under the bus layer. Point-to-point connection. Since 2014, the company's machines have used digital communication standards. These machines have been sold to a well-known car manufacturer and have been well received.
In fact, IO-Link, which is compatible with the standard USB interface of the computer, has opened up a new perspective: The digital I/O standard allows easy access to the system controller via a three-wire cable and plug, complex wiring problems It saves time, materials and costs. At the same time, this simple communication standard directly collects the information of the action. Nowadays, people with Industry 4.0 thinking are taking the right path, because IO-Link is regarded as It is not unfounded for the technology to drive in the industry.
Grinding disc
Fives Giustina chose to work with Balluff and use IO-Link on its existing range of grinding machines. There are many reasons behind this. One of the core requirements is the need to be able to handle a range of different parts on the machine. Idea, the company has already provided preconditions for rapid product replacement. Another requirement is the need for simple and flexible parameter settings. Damiano Bosa emphasizes: 'Although this is a standard that many companies can support, but It was Barufu sales engineer Mauro Guglielmino who first gave an idea about such a smart interface, so we used Balluff's IO-Link.
The use of pressure sensors and SmartLight smart lights highlights the advantages of IO-Link. These sensors are connected to the controller level using a simple three-core cable and M12 plug from the Balluff BNI Profibus master station, eliminating the need for shielding. Line, switch control box or extra card. The special Balluff sensor Hub can even collect inductive sensor data and integrate it into the IO-Link structure. Plug-in type is more non-wired and can win people's favor, except for materials. The savings and cleanliness can reduce the possibility of installation errors to almost zero. Since IO-Link only requires some standard components, this approach is very worthwhile from a hardware perspective.
The expansion function of Balluff SmartLight smart light can be combined with IO-Link to highlight its value: Unlike traditional signal lights, the color and number of segments of the lamp will not be changed forever, but can be activated according to requirements through centralized programming. According to their own needs and tasks, 20 color LEDs can be alternately set in the form of constant light or flashing, and can choose different colors. The various working states of the system, the physical variables of the workflow or the like can be according to the requirements. Make it easy to visualize.
Pneumatic maintenance unit with IO-Link pressure sensor and fieldbus module
Damiano Bosa also said: 'Our goal is to make the user of the grinding machine flexible to use the relevant modules for a variety of varied tasks. This can be done quickly and easily through IO-Link and stored parameter settings. , thus minimizing downtime. ' In addition, IO-Link can make the wiring of the machine clean and clear, reducing the space in the control cabinet. The schematic diagram of the circuit diagram and terminal block can be made very fast, easy for operators and service engineers. Understanding.
Damiano Bosa concludes: 'Using IO-Link allows our machines to get to market faster, giving customers more flexibility and providing them with better performance and operational advantages. 'Those views like this will be widely circulated in difficult markets. .