Dunkermotoren, a brand of AMETEK, has been a product partner of Siemens for the SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE systems for many years. Recently, Dunkermotoren have been working closer with Siemens to develop PROFINET, the manufacturer independent Industrial Ethernet interface technology, even further. Thus, it made sense to join forces and demonstrate our developments together with a joint trade show prototype model. The model demonstrates the synchronous operation of 4 axes moving a symbolized measuring tip with constant distance over a rotationally and linearly movable plastic profile. This is made possible with two BG 66 dPro PN motors for the measuring tip and two BG 75 dPro PN motors for the moving plastic profile. The dPro PN motors integrate certified PROFINET interfaces and support the PROFIdrive drive profile in application classes 1 and 4. Thus, a wide range of devices can be used seamlessly via the TIA Portal. Another special feature of the trade show model is the combination of a physical model with a virtual image. With the help of the SIMIT and NX MCD simulation software, it was possible to build the model 100% remotely from the home office, starting with the initial concept design and moving on to programming and virtual commissioning. Thanks to the digital test phase, it was possible to build the physical model and program the controller without any issues. The virtual image can be controlled on a separate computer as an identical simulation of the real model, thus replicating effects on the real model. As far as the controller is concerned, there is no difference between the digital and real-life models. The model had its Premiere at LogiMAT 2022 and was the highlight of the Dunkermotoren booth. Assure yourself of the strong partnership between Dunkermotoren and Siemens. Video Downloads Press release (PDF)

Even our grandparents knew that double stitching holds better. The principle of redundancy contained therein is one of the core principles of functional safety: If, for example, any component fails, then another component must compensate for the defect. Dunkermotoren applies this principle in DC servo motors (BG series) so that, if necessary, they can also quite safely no longer generate torque. It goes without saying that Dunkermotoren has meticulously complied with all the required standards in the design of the safe circuits. The TÜV Nord has checked the compliance with the standards just as meticulously. Correctness has now been confirmed at the very first attempt and the corresponding certificate for the standard compliant STO function has been issued. Dunkermotoren is a pioneer in the integration of functions in brushless DC motors in the 20...4000 W range. With the certified STO function, Dunkermotoren has integrated a function that makes applications safer, especially in the fields of industrial automation, intralogistics, medical technology and door automation. By combining the motors with components from the modular system, the motors with certified STO can be individually adapted to a wide variety of applications. If necessary, also for the textile industry in the production of double seams. Downloads Pressrelease

Since the end of February 2021, Dunkermotoren's fully integrated PROFINET solution has been officially certified by the PROFIBUS user organization. This means another important feature is fully integrated into the motor, which is a milestone in terms of cabling, commissioning and IIoT capability. Dunkermotoren, the world leader in brushless DC motors with integrated electronics from 1 to 4000 watts, is the first drive technology manufacturer to fully integrate its certified PROFINET solution with PROFIdrive into a motor. The certification assures Dunkermotoren that the high standards of stability, even under extreme bus conditions, are always maintained. Currently the products BG 95 dPro, BG 75 dPro, BG 66 dPro and the BGE 5510 dPro are available with PROFINET interface, covering the output power from 1 to 4000 W. Downloads Pressrelease

What does the future of drive technology look like? There are indeed enough different expert opinions and forecasts. But on these points, there are unanimous opinions: 1. The triumphal procession of Industrial Ethernet will continue unabated. 2. Automation will become more transparent because the components can provide much more and better data from the field level. PROFINET communication is ideally equipped for exactly this. PROFINET is fast, transparent and future-oriented. It is therefore hardly surprising that Dunkermotoren, as a motor technology manufacturer, is making use of this technology. More than two decades of experience with intelligent drives are thus combined with state-of-the-art communication. Dunkermotoren will by no means be disloyal to itself in the process. On the contrary. It is precisely with PROFINET that Dunkermotoren demonstrates its strength: the integration of electronics in the motor housing. Even the complete PROFINET communication is highly integrated in the motor housing. This eliminates the need for costly gateways. Synchronous communication becomes possible. Even PROFIdrive, with application classes 1 to 4, has been implemented and thus offers, for example, synchronous operation of several axes. Dunkermotoren is the first manufacturer to offer application class 4 completely integrated in the motor housing. PROFIdrive itself is a drive profile that significantly simplifies commissioning compared to earlier technologies. Tedious tuning of individual parameters and programming of sequences are a thing of the past. Drives are simply integrated into the configuration environment and are immediately ready for operation. In PROFINET systems without PROFIdrive Dunker's own Quickstart commands ensure fast commissioning. Several commands are combined into one, sequence programs are reduced to a clear minimum. PROFINET is much more than just the changeover from simple fieldbus-based to Ethernet-based communication. PROFINET makes every component transparent. Because the transmission of huge amounts of status and status data does not affect the highly synchronous process data, all components in a PROFINET network can be analyzed and monitored at any time. The OPC UA capability of PROFINET is practically already the gateway to the IoT universe. The valuable data can be transported on safe paths to the outside and analyzed there. At any time, the digital twin of a complete plant can be synchronized with the real plant. Dunkermotoren can be easily integrated into this world. As a highly integrated and decentralized motor solution, for example with the BG 95 dPro PN or with an external motor controller, for example the BGE 5510 dPro PN control electronics. If special safety functionalities are required, for example SLS or SSM, or if a Siemens controller is suitable due to its topology, SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE controllers can also be used together with a specially adapted portfolio of Dunkermotoren motor solutions. In addition to the communication interface, the motor includes the complete output stage, the encoder and the controller, including dynamic motor monitoring. Consequently, the mechanical components can also be mounted at the same time. In this way, customers receive complete drive units consisting of motor, gearbox, brake and linear cylinder from a single source. Connecting, integrating, projecting and then producing has never been so easy. For commissioning, the "Drive Assistant 5" commissioning tool is available, which establishes contact with the motor via the Ethernet connection. "Let's connect" - special step-by-step commissioning descriptions clarify the final details. The strict PROFINET certification is a guarantee for smooth operation. With this, Dunkermotoren wants to ensure that there is no troubleshooting in the first place, but that the drive runs fault-free over its entire service life. A prognosis is allowed at this point: The combination of PROFINET and PROFIdrive, application class 4 completely integrated in drives will set standards. As so often before, Dunkermotoren technology will serve as a model for products from other manufacturers. BG 95 dPro and BG 66 dPro PROFINET are already available. The BG 75 dPro PN follows in the beginning of 2021.  Downloads  Pressrelease