The revolution in control technology With the VariControl VC 1 machine and process control system, Bihler emphasizes the keywords „Ease of Use“ and „Process Safety“ at a new, higher level. With state of the art software and hardware features, the intelligent control system guarantees greater efficiency in your production. The highly flexible control platform allows you to easily control even the most complex automation solutions in the field of stamping and forming assembly technology – on all Bihler machine types. The „bASSIST“ diagnostic and online help system assists your machine operator just like a second operator at his or her side. The continuous monitoring of all machine and tool functions guarantees maximum machine a

The highlights – for your benefit Simple, fast machine setup without programming experience Direct programming of NC process modules via simple input screens in the controller – Short setup times – Minimized risk of error – Increased machine performance – Increased machine availability – Reduced manufacturing costs – Reduced tool spare parts costs Additional processes thanks to the user-friendly integration of NC modules such as slide units, feed units, presses, strip transport, tapping and screw insertion units and control mechanisms – The VC 1‘s scope of application can be extended to include...

Integrated recording of measured values and production data Simple integration of subsequent processes – Efficient process monitoring – High level of transparency during production – The machine grows in step with the requirements (quality, throughput, level of automation) – Easy to integrate in all internal customer networks – Worldwide access capability – Production systems become scalable – Automatic documentation of processes/manufactured parts – Extremely simple networking of machines for stream lined production planning – Minimum downtime Remote maintenance capacity via secure Internet...

Technical data The entire controller (power supply unit, electronic control and monitoring system, operating panel) is housed in a free-standing, air-conditioned operating cabinet (width 700 mm, depth 700 mm, height 2100 mm) (Exception: with the RM series, RM-NC, GRM-NC and BNC 2 the controller is integrated in machine housing). It is connected to the machine by means of a mobile system of cable channels. Depending on the number of axes and the sizes used, the additional controls may be located in other modular cabinets or on the machine. Axis controller: Simple configuration of standard functions...

READY FOR THE SMART FACTORY – Secure communication and networking with external systems – Simple networking of machinery and process modules from other manufacturers with Bihler systems – Minimizing downtime through constant online diagnostics of the machine and all processes – Comprehensive support for operators with setup and tool change videos, the bASSIST online help system as well as remote maintenance – Production optimization thanks to comprehensive transparency (MES) – „Self-correcting stamping and forming tool“ as a successful example – Efficient spare parts management with cross-linked...

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