Networking I/O Increases Reliability of Metal Forming Applications

July 31, 2007
This paper shows how networking I/O increases reliability of metal forming applications

By Helge Hornis, PhD, Intelligent Systems Manager, Pepperl+Fuchs

Metal forming applications are among the toughest and most demanding on sensors and sensor wiring. High shock and vibration not only destroy sensors but also severely limit the reliability and expected service life of the cabling needed to bring them back to the PLC.