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If each device has its own controller, not only will the controller costs be high, but the costs for control panels and wiring will also become enormous. That's where Techno comes in with PC-based Fine Motion to solve the problem! The biggest feature of PC-based Fine Motion is that it can control up to 8 devices with a single PC. Compared to conventional systems, the number of control panels can be reduced to a maximum of 1/8, significantly cutting costs! Additionally, integrating everything into one unit offers various advantages! *For more details, please download the catalog or contact us!

The first is the public release of the software interface. This allows customers to do the following: - Create man-machine interfaces - Develop connection software for production management - Create connection software for CAD/CAM - Integrate PLC ladder and motion - Link with user-created software The second is the public release of some source interfaces. This allows customers to incorporate their control logic into the motion controller. For example, there is a track record of moving robots using the customer's force (compliance) control formula. Please use these systems to create devices that maximize your uniqueness! *For more details, please download the catalog or contact us!

【Design】 Techno's motion controllers come equipped with a wealth of standard features and operational applications. Additionally, Techno staff can assist customers, reducing design time. 【Development】 By developing in Techno language or G language, development time can be shortened. For example, some customers have managed to reduce their time to one-tenth compared to using only ladder language. 【Operation】 In the case of Techno, the trial operation conducted before actual use typically takes just one day. Customers can focus on the actual operation of the machine. *For more details, please download the catalog or contact us!

This is an example of processing clock components using a one-board type motion controller. For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of controlling a SCARA robot that can be operated with G-code or robot language. The theme is "SCARA Robot Control," and the challenges include "stable operation," "smooth and accurate trajectory control," "integrating mechanism conversion (kinematics) to command in an orthogonal system," "integration with PLC ladder," "controlling the entire system with a ladder while the robot operates within it," and "efficiently responding to various applications such as screw tightening, welding, assembly, and deburring." For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of digitizing, alignment correction, and precision machining using a camera/image. The theme is "Dedicated tabletop processing machines and multipurpose machines like digitizers," and the challenges include "communication from dedicated software of machine manufacturers to Fine Motion for operation," "integration with simple cameras and image processing," "automatic operation using G-code," "high-precision contour control and diameter correction equivalent to NC functions," and "manual operation using manual pulse generators or switches." For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of a winding machine characterized by precise contour control. The theme is "Accuracy verification and improvement of high-speed nozzle winding," and the challenges are "quantitative analysis of the trajectory accuracy of nozzle winding," "efficient measurement of various patterns by changing speed and conditions," "optimal control considering the response of mechanisms and servo systems," and "ensuring stable operation at all times." For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of a winding machine characterized by precise contour control. Theme "Alignment and hollow (core) winding with ultra-fine wire (winding for ultra-small motors)" Challenges "Both intermittent feeding alignment winding and standard spiral winding are required" "Automatic switching from intermittent feeding to spiral winding" "Easy programming with winding commands" "Simple on-site reconfiguration according to variations in wire diameter" "Sufficient winding accuracy even with ultra-fine wire." For more details, please contact us.

Winding requires very high precision. Fine wires are aligned and wound, but if the traverse pitch (the feed amount per rotation) does not match the winding diameter, gaps or lumps can occur. Furthermore, once misalignment happens during the winding process, the product cannot be completed. Additionally, since the unit cost of winding is low, it is necessary to increase productivity by winding at high speeds. [Challenges] - I want to easily program winding commands. By parameterizing the traverse width, pitch, total number of turns, spindle rotation speed (for low-speed and high-speed layers), spindle acceleration and deceleration, and timing corrections for reversals, I want to easily program the winding operation. Example: Error in bobbin shape: fine-tune the traverse width Change in wire diameter: fine-tune the pitch - I want to achieve sufficient winding precision. - I also want to easily perform tasks like soldering and cutting.

Servo presses, injection molding, bending machines, and precision molding can have varying molding results depending on the accuracy of torque control, position control, and the precision of timing changes. At Fine Motion, we can switch between position commands and torque commands at a control cycle as short as 125 μsec. The operating program is also described in a very simple manner, making it an easy-to-handle controller. For more details, please contact us.

An assembly and implementation machine is a machine that implements and assembles electronic components at high speed and precision, such as mounters and bonders. The tasks involved are diverse, including chip component transport, alignment, bonding, dispensing, welding, crimping, and insertion, requiring high takt time, high reliability, and parallel operation. Additionally, machines that perform high-speed and precise repetitive operations at micro-pitch, such as connector manufacturing machines, are also included. Techno's motion controllers are highly suitable for the precise and high-speed control of dedicated implementation machines specialized for these tasks. For more details, please contact us.

A common example of multi-axis robots is when there is no suitable robotic mechanism for integration into the equipment, leading the customer to design and develop the mechanism while Techno handles the controller. In robot control, it is necessary to solve kinematic calculations, and our company has experience with various mechanisms. Applications are not limited to transportation but also include assembly, welding, processing, deburring, and drilling, among others. Additionally, trajectory accuracy is required during robot control, and with our Fine Motion, high-precision trajectory control is possible. For more details, please contact us.

In automated production lines, efficient transportation and stocking of workpieces (products) between stations such as assembly, processing, and inspection is an important theme. As the demand for fine, high-density, and high-speed transportation increases, not only simple positioning but also precise trajectory control becomes necessary. Additionally, due to the limitations of the mechanism's rigidity and the mass and inertia of moving parts, it is essential to achieve the highest speed and high precision through optimal acceleration and deceleration control for smooth operation. There are many combinations with image processing for work inspection and alignment, and further integration of assembly, implementation, transportation, processing, and inspection within the same system is progressing. Fine Motion realizes a high-value precision transportation system characterized by "precise motion," "multi-task processing," "flexible customization," and "real-time linkage between PC and PLC." For more details, please contact us.

"Multi-head assembly machines linked on a circular table" and "sheet winding" require multi-axis synchronous control. Traditionally, synchronization was achieved through mechanical cams and linkage mechanisms, but there are increasing examples of replacing this with servo and electronic cam control. The electronic cam method offers various advantages compared to the mechanical cam method. However, to truly benefit from these advantages, it largely depends on the functions and performance of the motion controllers and servos. In specialized electronic component manufacturing, there may be cases where precise repetitive motion is required at high tact rates of several tens of milliseconds. Additionally, there are multi-axis synchronous systems with nearly 100 axes. At Fine Motion, we can achieve the industry's fastest synchronous control and ultra-multi-axis synchronization with a combination of general-purpose servos. For more details, please contact us.

There are many cases where the robot mechanism is developed by the customer, and our controller is responsible for the motion controller. The mechanisms of robots vary. They are used for tasks such as transportation, processing, welding, deburring, and assembly, just like conventional automated machines, using links and parallel machines. For more details, please contact us.

By controlling the automatic pipe welding robot, we perform large-diameter pipe welding with pulse MAG and small-diameter welding with TIG. The PC software automatically generates appropriate welding programs for all positions, and through motion control, we have automated high-speed welding by correcting groove shape errors and real-time controlling welding current and voltage. We have developed an automatic pipe welding machine, and companies facing challenges in the control aspect are welcome to contact us.

Fine Motion can cut complex shapes with precise trajectories. It has a θ-axis correction function for the blade tip. For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of applying high-precision NC-equivalent motion technology to a dedicated processing machine. For more details, please contact us.

We have utilized NC control and robot control functions in industrial knitting machines, embroidery machines, and sewing machines. This is a motion controller that can be directly connected to dedicated PC software and can be operated freely from dedicated software for knitting and embroidery machines. In particular, it processes vast amounts of operational data with its DNC function. It can also specifically handle stitch back and needle up/down control. For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of a spring forming machine (forming machine) that has been implemented. In spring forming machines with many axes, controlling each axis with cams allows for the desired forming results to be achieved. Fine Motion can be said to be a very suitable motion controller.

Servo presses, injection molding, benders, and precision molding may involve torque control. At Fine Motion, there are differences depending on the product, but commands can be issued at a minimum cycle of 125 μsec. Therefore, it is possible to specify the changes from position commands to torque commands in detail. In devices like molding machines, where the molding results can vary depending on the points at which torque control is switched, this offers a significant advantage. For more details, please contact us.

We press the pipe against a bending mold to create the desired bending shape through plastic deformation. The pusher axis and bending axis are linked to achieve precise bending. Additionally, by adding a rotating axis, continuous three-dimensional bending processing is possible. We have created a database of optimal bending conditions that take into account factors such as springback. Furthermore, adjustments can be made on-site to modify that database. For more details, please contact us.

It accurately processes small-diameter holes in a few tens of milliseconds. It can operate as a standard automatic machine using G-code or Techno code. It can be operated on the same day with a setup PC (operating screen software). Additionally, operation using G-code output from dedicated CAM is also possible. It also has built-in functionality for precision analysis of roundness. Optimizing adjustments and quantitative evaluations of the mechanism and servo system are also straightforward.

In film feeding and layering, it is necessary to synchronize the feeding and winding rollers, as well as to accurately control the film's tension and speed. Techno's motion controllers enable synchronization of the rollers and precise tension (torque) control. Additionally, with the application of synchronized operation of dozens of axes and NC/robot control functions, it is also possible to manage the entire system collectively. For more details, please contact us.

Trajectory control of a special parallel mechanism using a techno motion controller. By introducing suitable kinematics (mechanism calculation formulas), users can smoothly control the stage without needing to understand the kinematics. Please contact us for more details.

This is an example of controlling one leg using a 2-axis motor and a total of three legs (6-axis motors). It can control not only the XYZ directions but also the tilt. Applications include pipe bending, inspection, 3D printers, and driving simulators, among others. For more details, please contact us.

This is a 5-axis machining machine that takes into account the rotation of the table. It can process without any interference from the mechanism. Additionally, it has a proven track record of Tool Center Point control. For more details, please contact us.

This is a multifunctional processing machine that maximally embodies the philosophy of DTF (Desktop Factory). It flexibly accommodates production of various types, layout changes, and new methods. It can be easily used in factories or laboratories with space limitations. Its multipurpose nature reduces investment risks. It can be transformed into various processing machines with head exchanges. For more details, please contact us.

This is an example of controlling a precision machining machine on a table. It features easy operation with a tech language, motion accuracy equivalent to general-purpose NC, and uniform support for dispensing, screw tightening, riveting, drilling, and more. For more details, please contact us.

Torque control is essential in molding machines such as servo presses. The quality of control can lead to inconsistent results. Techno's motion controllers accurately link torque, speed, and position control, benefiting servo presses and molding machines.

This is an example of controlling a high-speed press-fitting and assembly machine with a spindle speed of 3000 rpm. It can continuously and rapidly press-fit components into the workpiece. The press-fit pitch is approximately 0.5 to 2 mm. It continuously press-fits dozens of components into the workpiece. Fine Motion is equipped with measurement and analysis means to verify synchronization accuracy in micrometer units. Optimal adjustment of phase control is also easy. For more details, please contact us.

The techno motion controller is capable of continuous commands (synchronous control) with a response time of 125μsec. By controlling the composite speed of each axis without deviation, it achieves high-speed synchronous control. The high level of synchronization performance is a very important factor for a wide variety of devices, including implementation, assembly, transportation, molding, processing, and robotics. For more details, please contact us.

You can control the axes, I/O, and laser power supply collectively with a one-board motion controller. It is capable of precise trajectory control and can handle complex shapes. Synchronous control of axis movement and laser power supply is also possible. For more details, please contact us.

Fine motion is used for precise control of large stages in FPD and solar cell manufacturing. With the increase in size and precision of stages, mechanisms for correcting yaw, sway, and perpendicularity have become important. Additionally, it is realized through precise motion control and a wealth of motion functions, including parallel axis (gantry) control, special multi-axis control, and head control synchronized with axis movements. It is suitable for FPD manufacturing equipment, solar cell manufacturing equipment, high-speed and high-precision stages, and high-speed laser processing machines. For more details, please contact us.

At Techno Co., Ltd., based on the results of hearing our customers' requests, if we determine that there are missing features, we will customize our products specifically for the customer. We will conduct hearings through phone calls, emails, or visits based on inquiries from customers. We will examine and confirm the specifications and carry out the customization work. After that, we will deliver the product and conduct trial runs at the actual site. We also provide after-sales support for questions regarding basic motion functions and trial run content. 【Features】 ■ Conduct hearings via phone, email, or visits ■ Customize based on the final proposal ■ During delivery and trial runs, we will share know-how so that customers can conduct trial runs themselves in the future ■ After-sales support available *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where the introduction of our PLC motion controller "PLMC-M II EX" has achieved high productivity with an in-house dedicated machine. Previously, we were producing with a general-purpose polishing machine, but we felt limited in improving productivity. To develop more advanced in-house production technology, we needed a flexible NC that could incorporate our internal know-how. Additionally, networking for production management was also important. By implementing this product, we were able to achieve sufficient processing accuracy, confidentiality that cannot be imitated by other companies, cost advantages, costs similar to general-purpose PLCs, and integration with production management systems. [Challenges] - Precision as a machine tool and precision processing - Productivity exceeding that of general-purpose machines (tact and quality) - Flexibility and confidentiality to incorporate know-how - Cost advantages - Integration with production management - Utilization of our accumulated software technology *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our one-board motion controller "SLM4000" was implemented, allowing for effective utilization of our company's know-how. The customer was controlling with a general-purpose NC, but found it difficult to express their uniqueness and was dissatisfied. There was a need to consolidate their precision grinding processing know-how into proprietary software (created with Visual Basic) and connect it directly to the NC, but they had given up due to limitations in the existing NC's capabilities. With the introduction of our product, they were able to operate and control with their own software, achieve basic performance equivalent to general-purpose NC, and realize unique functions that differentiate them from competitors. [Challenges] ■ Direct connection to the company's grinding database ■ Ability to operate and control with proprietary software ■ Achieving basic performance and accuracy equivalent to general-purpose NC ■ Utilizing unique functions to differentiate from competitors *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We will introduce case studies on the implementation of retrofitting and fine motion. Many customers requesting retrofitting are looking to break free from the dormancy of conventional equipment, reduce equipment budgets, or change production lines. However, as we conduct more interviews, we realize that the goal is not merely to achieve functionality, but that there is a deeper purpose they truly want to realize. Functionality is merely a means to an end. Our company considers the original objectives and works together to think of ways to achieve them. 【Case Studies (Partial)】 ■ 6-axis Cartesian robot ■ Pipe mat (6-dimensional polar coordinate robot) ■ Large pipe bender ■ Medium pipe bender ■ Beveling machine *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our PLC motion controller "PLMC-M II EX/M3EX" was used to control this machine and the robot collectively. Traditionally, our customer purchased completed robots from various robot manufacturers and combined them for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. However, they faced issues such as "high costs" and "lack of flexibility," and were looking for a motion controller manufacturer to take charge of robot control while in-house manufacturing the robot mechanisms. Tekno introduced a mechanism suited to the robot structure into our product. This made it easy to achieve advanced motion control such as force control, complete synchronization control, and robot mechanism calculations. [Challenges and Requests] ■ They wanted the mechanism of the in-house manufactured robot to be integrated into the motion controller (control software). ■ They wanted to operate the robot, assembly, and bonding devices in close collaboration/synchronization. ■ Advanced motion control was also necessary, including control of film tension, force, and compensation control for changes in film roll inertia. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We have received a consultation from a company that manufactures winding machines in-house and produces its own products at its factories both domestically and internationally. They encountered issues that could not be resolved with the general-purpose controller they had been using for many years. The company had received requests from customers to lower the unit price of their products, which necessitated an increase in production volume through takt time improvement. They had been working on takt time improvement while consulting with the controller manufacturer, but unexpected defects had occurred. As a solution, they changed the controller and were able to increase the takt time by nearly 20% while maintaining their in-house know-how, eliminating any issues after implementation. 【Challenges】 ■ Continuation of in-house know-how and originality ■ Minimizing the time until the introduction of a new controller ■ Increasing production volume through takt time improvement ■ Eliminating defects caused by takt time improvement ■ Making it easier to investigate issues when they arise ■ Convenience of operational programming *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

I would like to introduce a case study on the research and in-house production of a nozzle-winding type winding machine. In-house production was necessary to reduce costs and establish a dedicated winding method, so the machine was manufactured in-house, but it was difficult to produce the controller internally, necessitating a purchase. Using a fine motion controller and dedicated EXCEL software, we were able to accurately execute a series of nozzle winding operations, easily define complex continuous movements in EXCEL, and achieve benefits such as smooth and precise continuous linear interpolation. [Challenges] ■ Free and easy winding programming (easily trial new winding methods) ■ High-precision winding operations with the nozzle (continuous interpolation of three or more axes) ■ Inability to verify accuracy *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We will introduce a case of in-house production of axis-rotating and flyer-type winding machines. Previously, we purchased commercially available winding machines, but we implemented in-house production for cost reduction and the accumulation of internal know-how. However, while we were able to manufacture the machines in-house, we still needed to purchase the controllers. After our company's response, we were able to execute aligned winding with a single winding command, simplifying the programming of the winding process. This allowed for easy adjustments of acceleration, deceleration, and pitch according to the bobbin and wire material, resulting in several advantages. [Challenges] ■ We want to program winding commands easily. ■ We want to achieve sufficient winding accuracy. ■ We want to perform soldering and cutting easily as well. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we received a request for a takt-up from external manufacturers of robots and robot application devices. They adopted our controller due to feeling limitations in the performance of their old controller and the manufacturer's support, as well as being unable to realize a robot controller. After implementation, they were able to control the robot like an automated machine, and they expressed their satisfaction with the integrated servo amplifier controller, as well as their joy from achieving the takt-up from E/U. 【Challenges】 ■ The ability to perform basic operations as a robot controller (such as teaching points). ■ Easy maintenance of parameters and operating programs. ■ Being a controller manufacturer that can respond to additional feature requests from E/U. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case of controlling a scalar robot. There was no good robot controller for the dedicated scalar mechanism, it was not possible to purchase just the controller from the robot manufacturer, and the controllers that could be purchased had issues such as "not moving smoothly" and "unstable operation." After our company's intervention, we were able to perform mechanism transformation for each control cycle, command in an orthogonal system, and achieve accurate contour movements. We also flexibly adapted to both left-hand and right-hand systems, realized stable operation, and enabled precise movements with smooth and accurate trajectory control. [Challenges] - Ability to operate stably - Ability to perform smooth and accurate trajectory control - Ability to incorporate mechanism transformation and command in an orthogonal system - Ability to interface with PLC ladder - The entire system is controlled by a ladder, within which the robot operates - Capability for diverse applications such as screw tightening, welding, assembly, and deburring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where a vertical multi-joint robot was self-made, allowing for cost reduction without a control panel. Challenges arose such as wanting to implement a motion controller suited to our own robot mechanism and operational purposes, wanting to demonstrate uniqueness, wanting to use both robot language and G-code, and wanting to operate directly from dedicated CAM. After our company's support, we achieved mechanism conversion processing tailored to the vertical multi-joint robot mechanism (6 axes). It became possible to operate easily with G-code and Techno language (robot language), resulting in the integration of a wide range of functions that can be utilized as a general automation machine in production sites. 【Features】 ■ Introduce a motion controller suited to our own robot mechanism and operational purposes to demonstrate uniqueness ■ A 6-axis mechanism conversion function is essential for commanding and operating in Cartesian coordinates ■ Want to use both robot language and G-code (also want to use G-code) ■ Want to operate directly from dedicated CAM or operate with CAM output files ■ Want to use for precision machining with motion accuracy exceeding that of assembly and transport robots *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.