Bürkert Network & Technology | Efficient Device Integration Platform (EDIP) + IO-Link

Network & Technology Efficient Device Integration Platform (EDIP) + IO-Link

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/ Leading the way in intelligent networking / Bürkert leads the way in networked automation solutions. With over 70 years’ experience in developing and implementing solutions by providing worldwide connectivity options that cater to our customers’ requirements, regardless of plant processes, preferred setup or integration needs.

Driven by the movement of mass production and process automation throughout industries, we aim to simplify and provide peace of mind by offering reliability in both fit-for-purpose products and support.

Bürkert provide a number of gateway and networked options for customers with adaptable and integrative product and technology. As world leaders in supporting core and essential industries, continual innovation is imperative to meet growing demands.

Motorised Process Valves In supporting the majors, BĂźrkert discovered there was clear opportunity to provide intelligent networking of its products that connect and integrate into a number of field devices on existing systems. From sensors to actuators, in an industrial environment, EDIP makes possible what users are already familiar with in their daily lives, such as smartphones or tablets, allowing the user to monitor and control complete processes by means of user-friendly and intuitive touch controls, without the costly exercise of changing existing infrastructure. / Flexibility built into state-of-the art products / For the past five years, BĂźrkert has designed and manufactured with the future in mind. EDIP consists of three main components: Hardware, Software and Communication. A device platform that standardises the operation, communication and interfaces of process devices.

Now that’s SMART!

Bßrkert’s field device connectivity Mass Flow Management

Burkert Communicator Software

Online Water Analysis System

AirLINE Field Valve Island

FLOWave

AirLINE - the valve island optimised for process automation

System Control Units/Gateway Technology

Pressure and temperature sensors

Electromotive Process Control Valve

Digital electropneumatic Positioner for process control valves

Digital electropneumatic Process Controller SideControl

Control head for decentralised automation of ELEMENT process valves

Digital Interface to industrial communication standards (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, EtherNet, Modbus/TCP)

/ Communication / The spinal cord and connecting link of EDIP is a digital interface based on the CANopen industrial standard: the Bürkert system büS. This concept requires no master.

All networked devices have equal rights and automatically allocates addresses. The message recipient (consumer) monitors the information provider (producer) and reports an error if the information is not delivered. / Software / Another important module of EDIP is the configuration software “Bürkert Communicator”. The software is used for the configuration, parametrisation, diagnosis and servicing of all new Bürkert products. In addition to the basic function of configuration/ parametrisation, the software also features a graph view for displaying process values. Settings can be saved, modified, printed and transferred to other devices. The graphical programming interface makes it possible to implement virtually unlimited functions and to control customised processes. Access to the network is possible during operation and users have the option to connect several devices simultaneously. / Hardware / You can use EDIP to implement different modular hardware systems. The device platform is therefore ideal for both compact and modular field devices. Customers can combine the modules for their individual requirements. An example is the SCU (System Control Unit).

Depending on the application requirements, it is possible to expand this unit to include additional I/O modules for the integration of any number of sensors and actuators.

A platform that offers you unlimited possibilities

STANDARDISED INTERFACES FOR CONVENIENT DEVICE INTEGRATION

REDUCED PARAMETRISATION FOR FAST AND EASY START-UP

Communication between the EDIP devices takes place via a digital interface, the Bürkert system bus. This bus is based on the CANopen industrial standard and is fully compatible with it.

All devices in an EDIP network communicate with equal rights.

Addresses are allocated automatically. This saves time and reduces efforts during start-up and minimises parametrization significantly.

GRAPHICAL PROGRAMMING FOR INDIVIDUAL PROCESS STEPS

INDIVIDUAL AND FLEXIBLE FOR SHORT DELIVERY TIMES

The graphical programming environment makes it possible to control application-specific steps in a process sequentially.

For example, decentralised control loops can be implemented or monitored individually.

The platform is designed according to a modular principle.

The modules can be combined freely for individual requirements.

Simplifying development, production and logistics.

ONE TOOL FOR COMMISSIONING, DIAGNOSIS AND SERVICE

INTUITIVE USER INTERFACE FOR EASY AND CONVENIENT OPERATION

The Communicator is the software for the parametrization, configuration and service of process devices. It also features monitoring and diagnostic capabilities.

A standardised user interface simplifies the control of all EDIP devices. Intuitive touchscreens, menus and device drivers facilitate control and minimise input times

Interested in the future? / IO-Link – Point-to-point communication / IO-Link is the first standardised IO technology worldwide (IEC 61131-9) for the communication with sensors and actuators. The powerful point-to-point communication is based on the long established 3-wire sensor and actuator connection without additional requirements regarding the cable material. So, IO-Link is no fieldbus but the further development of the existing, tried-and-tested connection technology for sensors and actuators.to meet growing demands.

/ Universal / IO-Link is fieldbus independent, therefore can be integrated into all fieldbus systems worldwide. As an international standard, it’s universal make up means it always fits.

Relying on standards such as M12, M8 or M5 connectors, IO-Link is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure. / Smart / Its functional capabilities enables an extended diagnosis of sensors and actuators for simple and fast parameter settings due to birectional communication. This new technology is fast, with its three communication speeds of 4.8 kBaud, 38.4 kBaud and 230.4 kBaud. Saving you space with enablement of the miniaturisation of “intelligent” sensors and actuators, IO-Link is smart and makes life easier. / Easy / Wiring with an unscreened three-wire cable enables bidirectional communication with extensive diagnosis and parameter setting reduces the need for complicated installs. Its automated parameter data on a server enables the decentralised parameter setting of devices in shortest time. By introducing IO-Link you’re assisting your processes, because simple remote maintenance of devices is possible via the bidirectional communication, providing you with intel 24/7 so you always know what’s going on.

REDUCE YOUR COSTS

SHORTEN COMMISSIONING TIMES

Configurable sensors and actuators reduce the variety of types required. This cuts back on complexity when purchasing and saves space in your warehouse.

IO-Link communication runs using unshielded cables and uses industry-standard connection plugs. This saves time and hassle when replacing a device.

REALISE INNOVATIVE MACHINE CONCEPTS

REVOLUTIONISE YOUR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Smart devices need continuous communication with each sensor and actuator to realise their full potential. This expands the possibilities for developing more innovative machinery and systems.

Intelligent IO-Link devices provide functions for self-diagnosis.

This enables new, predictive repair and maintenance concepts.

INCREASE THE PRODUCTIVITY OF YOUR MACHINERY IO-Link devices identify and configure themselves automatically.

This simplifies replacement of defective components and reduces downtime to repair machinery and systems.

BĂźrkert Fluid Control Systems 15 Columbia Way Norwest Business Park Norwest NSW 2153 Australia Phone 1300 888 686 Fax 1300 888 076 sales.au@burkert.com www.burkert.com.au