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SINAMICS G Smart Access Module

February 14, 2025

With the SINAMICS Smart Access Module, you connect wirelessly your mobile devices (smartphone, tablet, laptop) via WiFi to the SINAMICS Gconverter series. This gives you a powerful tool with numerous functionsfor wireless commissioning, diagnostics, and service.  The module is set up in just a few steps. No installation or downloading of additional software required due to the web ...

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Scalable motion control systems from Siemens and Optima

February 12, 2025

Optima are pleased to present our holistic system approach for motion control applications in the field of basic automation Using the single-axis servo drive systems, SINAMICS S200, S210, and the new controller SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 we are able to offer a competitive solution for Kinematics, Positioning Cams, Speed axis and a host of other functions. Performance and ...

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Efficient Motion Control ATEX Coating

February 10, 2025

A coating machine installed in 1988 was facing increasing reliability and operational challenges due to its age. Key issues included: Unpredictable Start-ups: The machine suffered from erratic start-ups, impacting the consistency of production Frequent Recalibrations: Maintenance required regular recalibration of controls to maintain system reliability Obsolete Motor Components: The DC ATEX-certified motors were no longer available on the ...

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Digital cloud-based asset monitoring is offered worldwide

October 8, 2024

Our new digital cloud-based services platform can be used worldwide. The software means Optima can monitor and track your assets in real time. You can view device history, schedule tasks and monitor the machine via the cloud. This keeps you informed of any issues as and when they occur. Escalation thresholds can be configured, so ...

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Full Project Turnkey Solutions

October 3, 2024

We are pleased to offer turnkey solutions to our clients. Depending upon the client’s brief and the project scope we very often manage the full project, including mechanical engineering and electrical installation. We have select sub-contract companies with whom we work regularly. Alternatively, we will readily work with customer-nominated third parties. Our project management skills and ...

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Safety Scanner Issues and EN999

July 2, 2024

Optima were recently asked to advise on a safety guarding application for one of our customers.  There had been a number of false trips of the laser scanner causing the machine to stop. A plastic chain ‘barrier’ had been fitted as a temporary measure with instructions to operators to not breach the barrier whilst the machine was ...

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Parker SSD Microtach Replacements

July 1, 2024

Microtach encoders, manufactured by SSD Drives for many years offered reliable transmission of sensitive high-frequency information in an electrically noisy environment. The technology used a combination of an incremental encoder disk combined with micro-electronics to facilitate the use of single fibre optic transmission of the encoder pulses. This gave a huge advantage of being able to transmit ...

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Accelerate your digital and sustainability transformation at Siemens Transform 2024

March 15, 2024

Transform 2024: Transform the everyday We are delighted to invite you to join us for Transform 2024 – the technology showcase from Siemens. Join thousands of participants and accelerate your digital and sustainability transformation to transform the everyday, for everyone, on 17-18 July at Manchester Central. ·     Hear from, engage with, and collaborate with industry experts on key industry topics ...

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Optima’s Siemens Solution Partner Accreditation for 2024

March 4, 2024

Optima are proud to maintain both our Siemens Drives and Motion and Factory Automation accreditations for 2024. Our Solution Partner status as Automation Drives verifies our status of application and system expertise, industry knowledge and project experience with Drives, IOT, Cloud and Edge Applications. We implement tailor-made solutions with exceptional quality. Our partner accreditation forms part ...

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S88 Solution Solves Obsolescence Issue

February 10, 2022

Addressing obsolescence is an issue facing many companies and failure to create a robust action plan can often lead to problems that not only affect the operation of a line or machine, but can also result in unfavourable issues that could have detrimental effects on quality levels and brands. The dangers of obsolescence were identified early ...

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SINAMICS G Smart Access Module

SINAMICS Smart Access Module
Sinamics G120 Series Drive

With the SINAMICS Smart Access Module, you connect wirelessly your mobile devices (smartphone, tablet, laptop) via WiFi to the SINAMICS Gconverter series. This gives you a powerful tool with numerous functionsfor wireless commissioning, diagnostics, and service. 

The module is set up in just a few steps. No installation or downloading of additional software required due to the web server function. 

A standard web browser and a commercially available operating system are all you need. The user interface of the SINAMICS Smart Access Module is simple and intuitive in its configuration and use. Read more here:

SINAMICS G Smart Access Module

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