Saving space in the control cabinet is an important issue for control cabinet builders. In times of increasing functionality, more and more products have to be placed in the control cabinet. At the same time, plants and machines have to become more compact and space-saving. Of course, this also applies to the control cabinets that drive the machines. But how can all the necessary products be placed in such a small box? Fortunately, the Complete line from Phoenix Contact offers clever solutions that implement full functionality in the smallest of spaces.

The BTC14 industrial box thin client from Pepperl+Fuchs gives users access to applications and information that run on centralized systems—like servers—via Microsoft Remote Desktop. The rugged design enables reliable 24/7 operation and high installation flexibility. For example, the BTC can be installed in locked drawers for protection from unauthorized access.

EN  9153 digital position indicators with data transmission via radio frequency are particularly suited for frequent format adjustments and can be mounted quickly and easily. They are connected to the EN  9150 control unit by radio frequency as a wireless system for quick positioning.

EN 9150 control units are required for the system to function. They form the interface between the position indicator and the machine control. A target position value is sent by the machine control to the control unit, which transmits this via radio frequency to the position indicator. The position indicator signals its current position value back to the control unit.

In combination with the machine control, this makes it possible to ensure that the production cycle does not start when the position set on the position indicator is incorrect, which can prevent errors in the production process.