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Motion control for the smart factory

AMP8000 distributed servo drive system from Beckhoff promotes motion control architectures that are cost-effective, efficient and adjustable.

AMP8000 distributed servo drive system from Beckhoff promotes advanced motion control architectures
AMP8000 distributed servo drive system from Beckhoff promotes advanced motion control architectures

Beckhoff Automation demonstrated its new AMP8000 distributed servo drive system alongside its lineup of automation hardware, software and networking solutions at PACK EXPO 2018. The AMP8000 distributed servo drive system promotes advanced motion control architectures that are cost-effective, highly efficient and easily adjustable through dramatic reductions in electronics, mechanical hardware and cabling. By combining a servo drive and servomotor into one device, the AMP8000 system reduces overall packaging machine footprint and space requirements inside control cabinets and enclosures. 

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