Fully automatic equipping
of terminal blocks for
switch cabinet construction

The consistent use of planning data from eCAD systems by the Weidmüller Configurator (WMC) forms the basis for a digitalised and automated process chain. The WMC generates the terminal block's digital twin, which is sent directly to the Klippon^® Automated RailAssembler and controls the assembly process. Thanks to the automated system, individual terminals are no longer picked, assigned and positioned. This results in time savings of up to 60 percent in assembly.

Digitalized process chain for switch cabinet construction

Especially during times of fluctuating economic utilisation, value-added processes need to be designed to be manageable as well as flexible and scalable – especially in panel building. New digitalisation and automation approaches can play a major part in this. Weidmüller considers panel building to be an integrated process – from the planning stage through to installation and operation.
The most recent example is the integration of the Klippon^® Automated RailAssembler for the fully-automated assembly of terminal rails.

Planning data can be used directly from eCAD systems

The Weidmüller Configurator (WMC) is responsible for continuity in the process. The software generates the terminal block's digital twin.
By means of corresponding interfaces, planning data from eCAD programmes can be used consistently. The Klippon^® Automated RailAssembler uses the data it receives to control the production process for complete terminal blocks. Manual picking, assigning, positioning, mounting and checking of individual terminal blocks are a thing of the past. By eliminating the manual production steps, not only are potential errors minimised, but the automated process enables time savings of up to 60 percent compared with manual terminal block assembly.
The continuous support of the software during all work steps helps the user and provides transparency of the order status.

Maximum flexibility and optimised handling

Equipped with a flexible gripper, the Klippon^® Automated RailAssembler can also robustly handle more complex component geometries. This guarantees the precise gripping of terminal blocks and maximises the automated system's area of application. Different terminal shapes are precisely gripped and mounted on the terminal rail. Universal magazines provide maximum flexibility, enabling a magazine to be assembled with different components.