The power of decentralized solutions

The classic automation pyramid, remember it from school? Rigid hierarchy and long decision paths typified how we did automation in the past. Calibrated paths that today no longer take us to where we want to be. Now, for example, we want sensors that tell us how our machines are performing and immediately link the appropriate actions to them autonomously. Decentralized automation technology therefore has the future. Sensor and actuator cables no longer leave separately for a central control cabinet; no, I/O modules are now directly in the field. That works more efficiently and faster for the machine builder, but at the same time offers the user more diagnostic possibilities. Murrelektronik helps you achieve decentralized, plug-and-play installations.

Machine builders face many challenges:

- Shortage of techies in the workplace;

- Long lead times when making a machine;

- Knowledge level of staff is difficult to maintain;

- Long lead times IO testing/commissioning;

- Making connection errors;

- Machinery downtime.

There is a need for a different way of thinking, new installation concepts and smart controls. Murrelektronik therefore believes in the power of decentralized solutions to bring down installation time while making the control cabinet simpler and smaller to build. 

Simple installation technology, short installation time, comprehensive diagnostics

So what does that yield? Did you know that a decentralized connection point can be connected in an average of 10 seconds, while it already takes 120 seconds to lay a single loose conductor in a central switchboard? Just calculate how much time you can save by choosing decentralized. Apart from the time savings, decentralized automation technology is also much more in line with today's manufacturing and automation, with Industrie 4.0. By moving I/O modules to "the field" and connecting them with pre-assembled cables, you create modular, transparent, user-friendly and economical installation concepts. Plug-and-play automation technology, so to speak. And the user of your machines also benefits from this decentralized approach. He will be able to detect errors more easily, move toward predictive maintenance for higher machine availability, digitize his processes, ... All scalable and easily expandable.

Guidance from A to Z

So how do they do that at Murrelektronik? Well, that depends very much on the application and user requirements. There is no ready-made solution for electrical installations and every solution is a package of customization. Murrelektronik's engineers guide each customer through the entire process, from analysis to implementation and evaluation. Are you curious about the advantages of a decentralized installation for your machine? Then request a no-obligation system quotation. You will receive a detailed cost estimate, insight into savings and schematic drawings of the solution on your machine. Murrelektronik believes in personal contact and fast communication. Make an appointment today and get advice. "Together we take your installation to the next level. Forget that crowded control cabinet with many meters of cable. Decentralized is optimal!"