Turning any analogue application into a smarter, interconnected setup is a key step in the digitalisation of manufacturing and processing industries. Companies looking at advancing their weighing systems can use the latest CC-Link IE compatible LCB universal load cell digitiser and weight transmitter from LAUMAS to advance their digital transformation.
LAUMAS’ CC-Link IE Basic compatible LCB model offers advanced performance and user-friendliness. ©LAUMAS
LAUMAS’ latest LCB model incorporates a number of upgrades to offer advanced performance and user-friendliness. These have been implemented to address the growing need for competitive Industry 4.0 applications in every sector, from chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing to heavy construction.
Recognising the importance of communication in the digital age, LAUMAS has expanded the network technologies supported by its solution. One of the key new features of the LCB universal load cell digitiser is compatibility with CC-Link IE open Industrial Ethernet to support effective data sharing. More precisely, it uses the CC-Link IE Field Basic version to deliver connectivity through standard 100 Mb/s Ethernet ports.
As a result, the device can communicate with a broad range of other certified products, such as PLCs, from various vendors worldwide. End users around the world can therefore use the device to support automated operations, condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and other Industry 4.0-oriented operations that include weighing. Furthermore, this capability can pave the way for future integrations and smarter, interconnected setups.
Massimo Consonni, CEO at LAUMAS, comments: “We are excited to introduce these transformative upgrades to our LCB universal load cell digitiser. The inclusion of CC-Link IE Field Basic underscores our commitment to leading the charge in digital load cell innovation and helping our customers advance their digital transformation.
“We selected this open network technology to help our customers drive interconnectivity, which is essential to create the Industrial Internet of Things they seek. Throughout the implementation journey, we were supported by the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) specialists and the in-house testing was especially helpful, enabling us to reduce time-to-market and thus benefitting our customers."
The enhanced digitiser and weight transmitter for load cells can operate at a higher speed, with weight calculation and Industrial Ethernet data update frequencies reaching up to 500 values per second. Hence, it can support faster processes, contributing to higher productivity.
The LCB is easy to configure and flexible in respect of installation, streamlining and implementation, as well as supporting the rapid digitalisation of existing systems. The device is available in PA66 nylon reinforced with fibreglass and AISI 304 stainless steel. Users can also select a metal container that is certified according to 3-A sanitary standards for use in hygienic applications, such as in food and beverage processing.
John Browett, General Manager at the CLPA Europe, says: “As the landscape of industrial automation continues to evolve, the integration of CC-Link IE Field Basic into LAUMAS' LCB universal load cell digitiser will empower users in various industries to meet or exceed their requirements, enabling them to better serve their customers and drive their competitiveness. We see a fast-growing number of products with compliance certifications for our open network technologies, as these are contributing to the effectiveness and advance of industrial processes globally.”
For more information visit: eu.cc-link.org