Beckhoff Automation provides advanced, open packaging automation products based upon proven industrial technologies. Packaging manufacturers and machine builders can implement high performance Beckhoff control systems more efficiently and at a lower overall cost than traditional PLC and motion control systems. Beckhoff has been a long-time proponent of open controls architectures, full system interoperability, seamless machine-to-machine communication and lean automation solutions. As more businesses in the packaging industry are calling for these types of cost-effective solutions, Beckhoff is well-positioned today to support them. Beckhoff sales and service are handled directly, with no intermediaries involved for exceptional customer service and consultation.

Beckhoff’s product range includes PC-based control, Industrial PCs, Embedded PCs, PLCs, operator interfaces, EtherCAT® (next generation Ethernet fieldbus technology), I/O compatible with over 15 different fieldbuses, servo drives and motors.

Beckhoff advances leading edge packaging automation solutions that deliver high performance at a low cost. This includes Scientific Automation, which merges automation, PLC and motion control with advanced condition monitoring and precise measurement technologies. Today this can be handled all on one powerful, PC-based automation controller and cost-effective EtherCAT Terminals, eliminating the need for many expensive “black boxes.”

Beckhoff’s North American headquarters is in Burnsville, Minn. (Minneapolis area). There are also regional technical centers in San Diego, Calif.; Charlotte, NC; Mill Creek, Wash.; Fond du Lac, Wisc. and Mississauga, Ontario. Beckhoff’s global headquarters, including product design and assembly facilities, is located in Verl, Germany. With direct owned subsidiaries and worldwide cooperation with partners, Beckhoff is represented in 60+ countries.