What can you expect from us in the new year? We have new developments for various applications:
Take a look at our overview here: Flyer News 2025
The plug amplifier family is being expanded by the Duo amplifier – a compact valve amplifier for direct installation on the solenoid coil for directional valves with two coils. The individual amplifier handles the coordination and control of both solenoid coils for smooth direction control.
The amplifier controls both magnets via one parameter set. It is no longer necessary to adjust the setpoints for two different devices using external mechanisms.
The flexible control cable makes it possible to move the connection to a more convenient location. This reduces the space required for the valve assembly. The cable length of the satellite connection for the second magnet is long enough so that there are no restrictions on the selection of the valve size.
The plug amplifier is programmed as usual with the tried and tested WEST software WPC-300, so it is not necessary to familiarize yourself with new software.
This year we will be exhibiting for the first time on the all about automation in Düsseldorf. Of course, we have our “Cube” with us again, which we can use to demonstrate how our modules work. For example, we can show you how easy it can be to synchronize hydraulic axes with our modules.
We will be there on October 1st and 2nd, 2024 and look forward to your visit. You are also welcome to arrange appointments with us in advance and tell us your preferred topics: contact@w-e-st.de.
A particularly cost-effective and precise axis control, flexible additional functions and quick and easy commissioning – all this is offered by our new POS-321-P module.
In addition to the well-known function of the commissioning assistant, the script language based on the “FlexiMod” concept was integrated into this unit. This means that the function of the device can be easily adapted to the requirements of a wide variety of applications without external control functions.
The implementation of oscillating controls, parameter switching, own monitoring functions, etc. is extremely easy, programming knowledge is not necessary.
A particular advantage is that the basic function of axis positioning is already available in the delivery condition. This function can be adapted and extended by the script.
The UHC-126-U-PFN control module for position and pressure controls can be controlled via Profinet, Profibus or EtherCAT and thus offers quick and easy integration into the existing machine control.
Function blocks for the S7 are available. The position controller has been revised to meet special requirements. Best dynamics and highest positioning accuracy are the result of this development.
In addition to the standard position control, the following options are implemented:
In addition, a PQ pressure control function can be activated (with or without position controller). In PQ mode, both pressures are typically measured to form the differential pressure.
The interface to the PLC is a Profinet interface. With a view to Industry 4.0, all target values and all feedback (process data) are available in the log. The module can also be parameterized via the bus.
New to our family of hydraulic axis positioners is now a module with integrated power stage and Profinet interface. This combination allows cost-effective and robust proportional valves to be used without internal electronics. The Profinet interface enables seamless data exchange with the machine control system. Setpoints and actual values are transmitted digitally and without loss of accuracy. Extensive diagnostic information is available. The unit can be fully parameterised via the free WPC-300 program as well as via the Profinet interface. For this option, we provide a convenient function block for controllers of the Simatic S7 series. This also makes it possible to save parameter sets in the PLC and automatically write them back in the event of a device replacement.
With the UHC-126-U-S2 we have developed no less than three units with identical functions but different fieldbus interfaces to make even demanding synchronisation applications easily manageable. The ideal device technology for presses, motion drives and all other applications where power and precision are important.
The UHC-126…S2 features a distributed synchronisation system, a new and very robust approach. The patented MR controller linearises the controlled systems and completely eliminates interactions between the individual axis control loops.
Furthermore, the solution enables a theoretically unlimited number of synchronised axes and a high accuracy of the position measurement due to the possibility of connecting SSI sensors; alternatively, an analogue sensor interface is available. There is also the option of a superseding pressure control, in which the effective force of the cylinders can also be controlled. In addition, driver modules for Simatic PLCs are available for simple and fast integration into the machine control system.
We have recently renewed the GL certification of PAM-199-P to comply with the latest requirements of contemporary marine applications in shipping and in offshore segments. The power amplifier is typically applied for control of directional, throttle and pressure valves, which require flexible adaptation. The integrated power amplifier with a short cycle time of 0,125 ms for the current loop is an inexpensive and space-saving solution. Its versatility allows to control typical proportional valves from various manufacturers with a minimum of commissioning effort.
Find the certificate here: GL-Certifikate PAM-199-P
The tried and tested made even better: MDR-337-P with commissioning assistant
Our MDR-137-P module has been tried and tested for years for pressure control in combination with proportional pressure valves or variable pumps and has been extremely successful. Now with the new MDR-337-P we can once again present a clear upgrade of the concept. New in this module is the function for characteristic-based pilot control and the commissioning assistant, which perfectly matches the pilot control to your application and also performs the controller optimization automatically.
For you as a user, this has tangible advantages:
You benefit from a really exact linearization …
… but have no additional effort!
You save the time that you would otherwise invest in setting the controller parameters …
… but have an excellent result immediately!
Would you like to learn more? Complete technical information is available here: Application Note AN-104
Or just contact one of our technicians: Tel. +49-2163-577355-18 or email technics@w-e-st.de.
The Spinner company consistently relied on I/O-Link when designing the MICROTURN series. A coherent wiring and shielding concept made the decision for I/O-Link easy for the medium-sized machine manufacturer. Especially in connection with the Spinner Touch surface “SPIOS” a perfect commissioning and diagnostic tool was created. All actuators/sensors can be parameterized and analyzed with the aid of the surface. In line with Industry 4.0, a complete database for signal exchange was created here. The I/O-Link valve amplifier from W.E.St. Elektronik enables the operator to optimally adjust the clamping pressure of the chuck to the clamping requirement. This is done comfortably via the user interface, but the pressure can also be “reprogrammed” variably by the NC program. The compact design of the valve amplifier and simple integration into the I/O-Link platform spoke in favor of the W.E.St. Elektronik.
