Kollmorgen Automation Suite
A premier machine automation solution to help you build a highly differentiated machineβand a more profitable business.
Overview
Kollmorgen Automation Suite (KAS) is a complete machine automation solution that includes an integrated development environment (IDE), controller hardware, drives, motors, and I/O. It is designed to accelerate development, increase machine throughput, and maximize overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). The software supports industry-standard IEC 61131-3 PLC programming and also offers a graphical, drag-and-drop programming environment called Pipe Networkβ’ for creating complex motion profiles.
β¨ Key Features
- Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
- IEC 61131-3 Programming Support
- PLCopen for Motion
- Pipe Networkβ’ Graphical Programming
- Integrated HMI Programming (KVB)
- Auto-recognition and configuration of hardware
- Built-in Web Server for remote access
π― Key Differentiators
- Tightly integrated hardware and software system for optimized performance
- Innovative Pipe Networkβ’ graphical programming for simplifying complex motion
- Strong co-engineering support to help build differentiated machines
Unique Value: Bring differentiated, high-performance machines to market faster with a fully integrated automation platform that simplifies complex motion programming and is optimized for Kollmorgen's best-in-class motion components.
π― Use Cases (5)
β Best For
- Packaging machines
- Food processing equipment
- Printing presses
- Medical devices
π‘ Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple, single-axis applications
- Systems not using Kollmorgen hardware
- Applications that do not require high-performance motion control
π Alternatives
While competitors offer broad automation portfolios, Kollmorgen Automation Suite provides a solution where the software and hardware are engineered together from the ground up, delivering optimized motion performance and faster development for motion-centric machines.
π» Platforms
β Offline Mode Available
π Integrations
π Support Options
- β Email Support
- β Phone Support
- β Dedicated Support (Co-engineering services available tier)
π° Pricing
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