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2nd Generation SafeMotion Improves Productivity

Safety2G increases machine uptime and permits safe interaction between operator and motion

Fast motion or gravity-sensitive loads could be hazardous to machine operators. Traditional safety technology keeps the operator away from the production process via mechanical guarding, hence the operator can’t interact with the operation process.image

By contrast, AKD2G, with integrated SafeMotion, allows user intervention without interrupting the process. The innovative SafeMotion feature increases productivity by reducing downtime and is available with our AKD2G drives.

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Powerful SafeMotion Functionality

An extensive set of innovative SafeMotion functions enables reduced downtime:

  • Instead of removing power, permit traverse- or homing motion with high speed and prohibit movement towards the operator.
  • Scalable functions starting from simple STO up to advanced safety
  • Monitor the deceleration ramp with SafeSpeed and SafePosition
  • Controlled SafeStop functions like SBC with SBT or SDB

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SafeMotion from the Motion Experts

Kollmorgen is your best supplier for demanding motion solutions. Easy-to-use Kollmorgen SafeMotion makes the difference:

  • Wide range of single-cable safe DSL encoder types to simplify wiring and reduce the cost of a variety of functionally safe applications
  • AKM2G supports safe position feedback and qualified brakes for safe brake control
  • AKD2G also offers a high-end SafeMotion solution:
    • Simple configuration of parameters via Kollmorgen Workbench
    • Simplified troubleshooting during commissioning
    • Simple field drive replacement
  • Conformance with functional safety standard IEC 61508

Plug & Safe – Innovation based on Simplified Connectivity

The benefits of safe FSoE (Fail Safe over EtherCAT) combined with drive-integrated SafeMotion:

  • Lower cost of the safety system due to reduced safety wiring & I/O
  • Reduced cabinet size due to decentralized safety and fewer components
  • Reliability increases due to fewer components.
  • Efficient engineering due to simplified SafeMotion parametrization  → reduced complexity.

Flexible Safety System with Seamless Integration

Smooth migration to the future:

  • Start by hard-wiring traditional safety devices directly into AKD2G’s Safe I/O
  • Take advantage of existing EtherCAT communication to move to FSoE

Customized according your Needs

Kollmorgen offers thousands of COTS products. We also customize (and co-engineer) solutions, to optimize motion and Safety, in concert with you. We speak your language and solve your challenges with our motion control and SafeMotion expertise. Kollmorgen can provide a Safe servo solution with control, drive, optimized motor with Safe Encoder, and the necessary interfaces. Call us!

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AKD2G Servo Drive

AKD2G Servo Drive >

Born from a rich AKD heritage, AKD2G is the latest servo drive technology adding:

  • Dual-axis technology for additional space savings
  • Built-in functional safety options via SafeMotion Monitor (including FSoE)
  • Color Graphic Display
  • Optimized for single-cable power and feedback

AKM2G Servo Motor >

AKM2G represents the latest evolution of the industry-leading AKM motor family. With significant torque increases in the same motor size OEMs can achieve substantial performance improvement without changing the motor mounting or using more machine space.

KSM Safety Solutions

KSM Safety Solutions >

Kollmorgen completes the motion safety chain from sensor to drive with innovative KSM Safety solutions. Intelligent Safety functions monitor areas with hazardous motion allowing the machine to effectively intervene with minimal process interruption.

Monitoring and controlling brakes through on-drive functional safety technology

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Powerful Safety Functions

Detailed explanation of the various safety functions in Kollmorgen's SafeMotion features in our AKM2G, AKD2G, and S700 products.

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Engineer the Exceptional

Learn how to engineer exceptional machines, robots and vehicles with the highest-performing, most reliable motors, drives, automation solutions and more.

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Related Resources

Kollmorgen White Paper, Monitoring and controlling brakes through on-drive functional safety technology

Monitoring and controlling brakes through on-drive functional safety technology >

How can you ensure the safety of vertical loads while complying with ISO 13849-1? On-drive safety functions offer a no-compromise way to simplify brake testing.

Stop, hold and go safely: Motion tuning for vertical loads >

When designing motion for applications such as vertical gantries and hoists, you need to take special care to ensure operator safety and operational efficiency. Let’s discuss best practices for meeting the particular challenges involved.