The fast and cost-effective way to the ideal plastics machine
Modular system solutions for all applications
Machine building is faced with extremely exacting requirements: optimal product quality with maximum availability and flexibility plus shorter development times and a faster time-to-market. We have the answer to such requirements. Whether injection molding, extrusion, blow molding or thermoforming – our modular software library and integrated standard components for automation and drives give you a fast and cost-effective way of realizing the optimal plastics machine. We can also provide the ideal solution – perfectly tailored to your needs – for rubber/tires or handling.
A world of pioneers – Siemens at K 2019
The merging of production processes, product developments and the digital world is set to become an more important factor in economic success. If companies are to survive, they need to display creative pioneering spirit – and Siemens provides solutions with which they can meet the new challenges. You will be able to experience some of these solutions at the international trade show for plastics and rubber in Düsseldorf.
A variety of applications – one library
Our modular software library is the basis for the latest generation of machines. Whether temperature control, motion control, wall thickness control, drive packages or parameterizable sequence control – our standardized software blocks provide the right solution for every requirement. The software library is based on a uniform hardware basis with SIMATIC S7-1500; all modules also include a ready-to-use HMI.
Standard applications: the fast and cost-effective way to realize finished machines
Freely combinable, pre-tested blocks from the plastics library and a consistent hardware basis with SIMATIC S7-1500, SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller and SINAMICS drives and SIMOTICS motors establish the foundation for any plastics machine solutions.
Tailored solutions for injection molding machines
Whether hydraulic, hybrid, or fully electric – whatever type of injection molding machine you use, we provide the right automation technology for your requirements. Our SIMATIC-based application solution covers all major features of your electric injection molding machine.
Benefits at a glance
- High degree of flexibility thanks to scalable products and systems based on standard components
- Straightforward and convenient operation of the complete machine
- Scaled performance of operating components optimized to suit requirements
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Higher efficiency for blow molding machines
Whether your blow molding machine is to be driven hydraulically or electrically, we have the right automation solution for single-stage or multi-stage PET processing. Are you looking for a solution that will enable you to implement blow molding concepts quickly and cost-effectively? Our SIMATIC S7-based BMM 1500 blow molding package provides the perfect basis – using proven hardware, pre-configured software and a flexible visualization concept with prepared images.
Benefits at a glance
- Modular, integrated technology modules enable easy scalability and adaptability
- Proven, open solutions are provided using the standard range of SIMATIC S7 modules and the open STEP 7 system
- A large TFT touch panel with a clear intuitive user interface
- Simple recipes storage on a USB flash drive
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Integrated automation of extrusion machines
Our high-performance visualization and control systems provide extrusion solutions that are easy to adapt to specific production requirements. With integrated software for controlling and operating all the different parts of the plant around the extruder, you can operate downstream equipment, sensors for product testing, melt pumps and dosing devices using just one controller. You can automate your extruder quickly and efficiently with our EXT 1500 application solution.
Benefits at a glance
- Easy operation through clear user interfaces and large TFT touch panel using modern WinCC Comfort visualization software
- Cost savings thanks to a complete solution for extrusion machines comprising a factory-fitted software package and modular hardware
- Flexibility and expandability based on the global industrial standards SIMATIC S7 and Totally Integrated Automation
- Increased cost-efficiency thanks to integrated economy functions in the temperature control system
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Precision for thermoforming machines
Thermoforming often requires hundreds of individual radiant heaters, each of which must be precisely controlled or reset to different molds. Just a few degrees deviation can be critical in terms of product quality. To achieve a perfect molding process, the table and top dies must be mated accurately. Our solution for precise thermoforming is the TMF 1500, which enables very fast temperature setting thanks to the clear heat imaging. High-precision motors and drives also help to achieve constant quality thanks to jerk-free axis motion accurate to the nearest millimeter.
Benefits at a glance
- Individual thermoforming solution thanks to scalable products and systems based on standard components
- Precise and fast temperature control
- Performance gradation of the heating process optimized to suit requirements
- Large TFT touch panel with temperature graphics
Topology thermoforming machine
Standardbausteine der Kunststoffbibliothek
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The TCP temperature control package ensures high-precision temperature control and is optimized to meet the requirements of the plastics industry. It delivers outstanding control quality for heating and cooling processes.
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Any number of extruders as well as inject molding, blow molding and thermoforming machines can be driven and controlled using the DRV (drive) software block.
