Software Engineering
Automation of production and transport systems
Control of CNC machine tools
Robot controllers
Handling Systems
Production data collection
“Our programming work keeps systems running. It’s a very versatile job: implementing the latest developments, or maintaining older equipment—each day, we face new and interesting challenges.”
Oliver Fehling, Software Design
In the range of software engineering, we offer tailor-made solutions for the entire automation process: from powerful PLC controls and precise CNC applications to innovative robotics programming and intuitive HMI interfaces for optimal operation and visualization. Our expertise is complemented by the integration of drives and peripherals to ensure perfectly coordinated interaction between all systems.
This results in sophisticated, efficient and future-proof software solutions for your automation tasks. Through continuous training and further education, we ensure our expertise in innovative, state-of-the-art solutions.
PLC
The PLC is at the heart of each of our projects. It ensures precision, reliability, and perfect coordination of all subordinate systems. We are familiar with the following control systems and programming languages:
Siemens
- Simatic S7 1500 TIA
- Sinumerik One
- Simatic S7-300 and S7-400 Classic
- Sinumerik 840D powerline
- Sinumerik 840D solutionline
- Programming languages S5 / S7 / S7-Graph / S7-HiGraph / SCL / TIA
Beckhoff
- CX series
- BC series
- TwinCAT / TwinSafe programming languages
Mitsubishi
- Q series / A series
- FX2 / FX3
Rockwell / Allen Bradley
- ControlLogix
CNC
We rely on professional CNC technology for complex path control in automation or machinery. We are familiar with the following control systems and programming languages:
Siemens
- Sinumerik One
- Sinumerik 840D powerline
- Sinumerik 840D solutionline
- Programming languages G Code
- Operator-Panels PCU50, Blackline Panel, IPC 277 with flat panel
- Transline2000 / HMI-Pro
Robotics
Programming robots is a further part of our services. Our experienced technicians and engineers are familiar with all common KUKA and FANUC robots. Additionally, we also develop customized programs (e.g. Volkswagen and Mercedes). We focus on efficiency and safety, but also on integrated solutions. We offer:
- Offline programming and simulation
- Practical testing, safety checks and commissioning
- Optimization of running processes
- Integration into existing automation systems
- Connections to different PLC and CNC controls
KUKA
- Work visual
- Commissioning and safety approval of robot safety systems
- Safe Operation
- Safe Range Monitoring
FANUC
- Simulation software FANUC Roboguide
- Programming PLC FANUC ladder for robotics
- Programming IRVISION 2D, 3D, Conveyor Tracking, 3DVL, Bin Picking
- FANUC languages KAREL, TP, PMC, DCS, Dt, CM, IRV, IIC, HTML and Java Script, UI-interfaces for Teachpendant
- Setup and programming multiple axis for robot or separate
- Setup and programming roboting RIPE, multiarm solutions or for conveyor tracking
- Setup and programming IIC, Intelligent Interference Check for multiple robots in the same working environment
- Simulation cycle time calculation, lifetime and performance test (over heat), offline programming
- Programming dual check safety (DCS)
- Acceptance certificate
- Commissioning and safety approval of robot safety systems
HMI
We design a customized HMI for each control system, combining ease of use, efficiency, and modern design. We adapt flexibly to your specifications or offer a proven and efficient alternative with our Gebhardt standard.
Siemens
- WinCC Unify
- WinCC Flexible
- WinCC
- Protool
- HMI Pro
- Easymask, Easyscreen
- High-level language applications with Siemens OEM package
- Transline2000
- HMI-Pro
Gebhardt HMI
With our Gebhardt HMI, we offer a standardized solution that can be flexibly adapted to your project and your individual requirements. Here are some features:
- System Overview
- Software Machine Control Panel
- Alarms and messages viewing and logging
- Manuel functions
- and much more
Drives
Our drive solutions from various manufacturers offer maximum precision and efficiency—whether frequency-controlled or servo-controlled. Safety and CE conformity are always a top priority to ensure reliable and standard compliant drive systems for every application.
Manufacturers:
- Siemens Sinamics
- Siemens Micromaster
- SEW Movidrive
- SEW Movitrac
- SEW Movifit
- SEW Movi C
- Danfoss
Applications:
- Simple positioning
- Controlled operation
- Positioning via internal/external encoders
- Synchronous axes
- Master / Slave
Safety functions: Depending on the application and requirements, appropriate safety functions are used. These are documented and approved after commissioning is completed.
- Safe Stop
- Safe Torque Off
- Safe Speed
- Operating mode specifications (e.g. Mercedes, VW, BMW, FORD, GM)
Periphery
In addition to the central control components, a wide variety of other components must also be integrated:
- Cameras or hand scanners (e.g. Cognex, Keyence, Sick) for simple code recognition such as barcodes and QR codes, through to complex 3D position detection with adaptation to robot systems
- Smart sensors
- Laser or embossed labeling (e.g. Trumpf, IPG, Borries)
- Safety elements (light grids, room monitoring)
- Industrial printers (e.g. Zebra)
- Marking stations
- Measuring stations (e.g. Marposs, Hafner)
- Joining stations (e.g. Kistler)