Beckhoff Articles

Beckhoff TwinCAT Data Acquisition New Solution: PLC-Recorder Achieves Efficient Data Collection via ADS Communication

2026-05-08 by boardor

Introduction Beckhoff ADS (Automation Device Specification) provides an efficient interface for communication between applications. In TwinCAT2 and TwinCAT3 systems, modules such as TwinCAT PLC, NC, and CNC are designed as virtual automation devices, similar to actual physical devices that exchange information via TCP-based routing. Users can utilize Beckhoff’s publicly available free communication library to implement … Read more

Development History of Beckhoff Powerlink, EtherCAT, Siemens Profinet, and Rockwell EtherNet/IP

2026-04-29 by boardor

Beckhoff PowerLink: PowerLink is a real-time Ethernet communication protocol developed by the Austrian company Beckhoff. It originated in the late 1990s and is one of the earliest industrial Ethernet solutions. The design goal of PowerLink is to achieve high-speed data exchange and real-time control while maintaining network simplicity and cost-effectiveness. It employs a shared memory … Read more

EtherCAT Technical Training in Shenzhen at the End of October

2026-04-29 by boardor

For EtherCAT technology R&D personnel and units in South China, we plan to hold EtherCAT training courses in Shenzhen from October 23rd to 25th, and we sincerely invite interested units to register. In the EtherCAT basic training course on October 23rd, you can learn detailed information related to EtherCAT technology to plan EtherCAT applications or … Read more

Method for Data Acquisition from Beckhoff TwinCAT2 and TwinCAT3 via ADS Communication Using Professional PLC Data Acquisition Software PLC-Recorder

2026-02-12 by boardor

1. Introduction Beckhoff ADS (Automation Device Specification) provides an interface for communication between applications. In TwinCAT2 and TwinCAT3 systems, TwinCAT PLC, TwinCAT NC, TwinCAT CNC, etc., are designed as virtual automation devices, similar to actual physical devices that exchange information via routing based on the TCP protocol, as illustrated below. At the same time, users … Read more

High-Speed, High-Precision Data Transmission Key to Wind Farm Synchronization

2025-06-29 by boardor

EtherCAT Measurement Terminal Module in Wind Farm Monitoring The UK has launched the “2030 National Wind Power” plan, aiming to power all households in the UK with offshore wind energy by 2030. According to data from the UK grid, one day in January saw wind farms generate 19,835 megawatts, enough to meet over half of … Read more

Beckhoff PC-Based Control Technology Powers Automotive Motor Manufacturing

2025-06-17 by boardor

Flexible control technology with fast cycle times helps improve the efficiency of the hairpin motor stator production line. Beckhoff’s PC-based control technology powers automotive motor manufacturing. Recently, machine tool manufacturer GROB Group developed a high-volume production and assembly system to help customers cope with the rapid growth in consumer demand for electric vehicles. GROB adopted … Read more

EtherCAT Measurement Terminal Module ELM3002-0205 Enables High Voltage Measurement

2025-06-17 by boardor

EtherCAT Measurement Terminal Module ELM3002-0205 Enables High Voltage Measurement High precision and reliable measurement of automotive batteries, generators, and motors, with a maximum voltage of 1000 V The EtherCAT Measurement Terminal Module ELM3002-0205 is designed for high voltage measurement of batteries, generators, and motors. It supports ±60、±120、±500 and ±1000 V measurement ranges, making it particularly … Read more

EtherCAT G: Elevating Ethernet Speeds to Gigabit Levels

2025-04-28 by boardor

EtherCAT G, as an extension of EtherCAT technology, elevates EtherCAT performance to a whole new level, achieving Gigabit (Gbit/s) Ethernet speeds, thus supporting high data-intensive applications. The latest technological extension is not only fully compatible with the globally accepted 100 Megabit EtherCAT (100 Mbit/s EtherCAT) standard, but also retains the same ease of use. Additionally, … Read more

Analysis of Advantages and Disadvantages of PC-Based Industrial Control Systems

2025-04-24 by boardor

Introduction Recently, there have been two competing lines of thought in the field of industrial control. Some argue that PC can be effectively used for control, while others claim that PC is never suitable for factory environments. Today, these competitors easily accept the current status of PC machines being used for many industrial production controls, … Read more