Beckhoff Automation: Enhanced stepper control

The new Beckhoff KL2531 and KL2541 stepper motion terminals are a compact and cost-effective I/O alternative to traditional stepper controls. These advanced drive technology Bus Terminals integrate a compact motion control solution for small stepper motors to 200 W, eliminating the need for remote amplifiers.

May 31, 2005

Just 12 mm W, the KL2531 Bus Terminal is designed for simple integration into a 24 V DC control voltage system. A large number of small drives and axes can be integrated. KL2541 modules offer higher performance comparable to that of small servo drives, because with a peak current of 5 A, they can generate a torque of 5Nm in conjunction with a standard stepper motor, despite being only 24mm W.

Beckhoff USA

Videos from Beckhoff USA

V-TEK's high-speed die sorting for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing

Four Growers is engineering the future of robotic harvesting

Inside Bright Machines: Powering the AI age with automated manufacturing

Redefine What’s Possible in Packaging & Processing—Register Now & Save!

Discover Leading Suppliers

The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.

Machinery Basics

Pt 26 8 Cartoning Equipment Thumbnail (1)

A Look into the World of Cartoning Equipment

Pt 25 7 Feeding & Inserting Equipment 2026 Thumbnail

A Look at Feeding and Inserting Equipment on the Packaging Line

Pre Made Bag Loading & Sealing Thumbnail

How Products are Loaded and Sealed into Pre-Made Bags and Pouches

Pt 26 5 Wrapping Equipment Final 00 00 01 11 still001

Learn About 4 Different Types of Wrapping Machines for Your Product

Jefe Energy's Sinister Razz can, front and back. The five-color design layers turquoise, deep reds, and fine linework to stand apart from the energy category's typical color-blocked look.

Amid Energy-Aisle Sameness, El Jefe Treats Cans as Collectibles

In a category where most brands lean on big color blocking and sideways logos, founder Ryan Marsh bet that dense, tattoo-style illustration could stop shoppers mid-aisle. Getting that layered artwork onto aluminum meant hand-picking physical color swatches, formulating custom rose shades, and halving standard trapping to protect the fine linework.

End of the Line Video Series: Reducing Labeling Waste, Cyclosporiasis Outbreak, and CPG Industry Feedback

Emirates reports that 194,000 pounds of plastic from economy class serviceware has been recovered and reprocessed since the initiative launched in June 2023.

Emirates, Maison Piver, and Returpack Demonstrat Support for Recycling Initatives

PET thermoforms, which include clamshells, trays, cups, and tubs commonly used for fresh produce and prepared foods. Food packaging accounted for approximately 79% of reported PET thermoform sales in 2024.

PET Thermoform Recovery Rises, but Circularity Gap Widens

Christine Bush of Schneider Electric proposed pairing traditional ROI calculations with a Plant Vitality Index that measures line condition, flexibility, workforce readiness, sustainability, and other strategic priorities.

Adding a Plant Vitality Score Could Strengthen Automation ROI

Discover How to Stay Ahead of the Competition at PACK EXPO International

See new solutions from 2,600 exhibitors. Gain insights from 150+ free educational sessions. From automation & robotics to real-time data insights, find the tech for your company’s future at North America’s largest packaging & processing event.

Need help with your packaging project?

We’ve done the legwork to identify and vet experienced packaging and processing consultants you can contact directly for your next project. Decades of combined experience in packaging line engineering, machinery selection, package and materials development, and food processing operations.

See your advisor options now.

Products

Eagle Product Inspection's enhanced RMI3/M

Beckhoff Automation: Enhanced stepper control

Beckhoff USA

V-TEK's high-speed die sorting for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing

Four Growers is engineering the future of robotic harvesting

Inside Bright Machines: Powering the AI age with automated manufacturing

Redefine What’s Possible in Packaging & Processing—Register Now & Save!

Discover Leading Suppliers

The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.

A Look into the World of Cartoning Equipment

A Look at Feeding and Inserting Equipment on the Packaging Line

How Products are Loaded and Sealed into Pre-Made Bags and Pouches

Learn About 4 Different Types of Wrapping Machines for Your Product

Amid Energy-Aisle Sameness, El Jefe Treats Cans as Collectibles

End of the Line Video Series: Reducing Labeling Waste, Cyclosporiasis Outbreak, and CPG Industry Feedback

Emirates, Maison Piver, and Returpack Demonstrat Support for Recycling Initatives

PET Thermoform Recovery Rises, but Circularity Gap Widens

Adding a Plant Vitality Score Could Strengthen Automation ROI

Enhanced X-ray Inspection System

MoistTech to Showcase Innovative IR-3000 Moisture Sensor at PACK EXPO International 2026

Provisur to Show Free-Movement Product Handling and High Yield Slicing Technology at PACK EXPO

July/August 2026

May/June 2026

March/April 2026

Jan/Feb 2026

External manufacturing's new competitive standard

Retail multipack systems: complete supplier directory

Retail multipack systems: complete supplier directory

SPC Impact 2026 Examines Packaging's Path Forward