Carrier controller
Operating Instructions, 09/2013, A5E03474162-02
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Overview
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Product overview
The EMS400S carrier controller is part of the EMS400S plant control system. The EMS400S
plant control system has been designed for an EMS plant.
The carrier controller has found its way into many areas of internal transporting. Thanks to its
advanced automation level, the controller enhances the flexibility and efficiency of rail-based
electric monorail systems primarily in the automotive industry. The EMS400S carrier
controller is particularly suited for use in the assembly and logistics processes.
Communication between the mobile carrier controllers and the corresponding stationary
EMS400S segment controllers is based on the interaction of the associated PSB modules.
Communication takes place via contact conductors integrated in the rail system.
The carrier controller converts the data received from the segment controller and the
installed sensors into control commands for the actuators of the associated EMS carrier. The
received data are primarily run commands. The system also sends error messages and
diagnostic messages for acknowledgment to the segment controller.
The interpretation of transmitted data and the corresponding acknowledgment can be
programmed in the TIA Portal to suit requirements.
The EMS400S carrier controller contains all modules that are necessary for implementing
the conveying tasks. Additional modules such as brake resistors may be connected. The
carrier controller can be expanded by digital and analog sensors, for example, for distance
control and positioning of the EMS carrier.
