Kollmorgen offers pre-configured Essentials motion system - The Robot Report

Kollmorgen has launched the Essentials motion system, a pre-configured line of servo motion systems aimed at simplifying high-performance motion control across various industrial applications such as packaging, warehouse automation, material handling, and forming. These systems combine an optimally matched servo drive, servo motor with integrated absolute multi-turn feedback, and a combined power/data cable, designed to reduce engineering time and overall system costs. The Essentials family supports multiple onboard communication protocols—including EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, and PROFINET—allowing seamless integration into common controller environments and existing PLC setups. Kollmorgen emphasizes ease of installation and commissioning, featuring an Express Setup tool within its WorkBench software to assist engineers, even those with limited motion experience. The Essentials servo drives offer continuous power up to 4,000 watts and support supply voltages from 120–240 or 240–480 VAC. They include functional safety features such as integrated dual-channel STO with SIL2/Cat 3 PLd certification. The servo motors cover