Ahmet Ö.
Kurumsal
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## A Legacy in Factory and Motion Control: Mitsubishi Electric Automation
A visit to Mitsubishi Electric Automation's US headquarters offers a comprehensive look at how industrial automation has evolved from the past to the present.
Industrial automation is not just about establishing a single control device or a network of various products; it encompasses the entire scope of hardware and software that shapes the whole world. Mitsubishi Electric supports innovation in this field with its wide range of products.
### Mitsubishi Electric from History to Today
Mitsubishi's reputation is based on its success in motion control and robotics, which began in the 1990s. The showroom, displaying the Mitsubishi Movemaster robot used in the famous Jurassic Park movie's laboratory scene, is a beautiful reflection of its technological past. Modular controllers developed since the 1970s have reached iQ-R standards today, showing significant improvements in speed, capacity, and connectivity capabilities.
### Mitsubishi Electric Automation Features
- Automation experience starting with modular controllers
- Modern control systems at iQ-R standards
- Servo drives and variable frequency drives (VFD) since the 1980s
- Real-time motion control with FR series VFDs
- Nine electronic geared axes for high-speed coordinated motion
- Zero-latency coordination with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN)
### Manufacturing, Repair, and R&D Facilities
The Chicago facility produces custom and standard machine panels for customers. In the UL508 certified workshop, panels are designed and manufactured for CNC and robotic cell applications. Repair services are offered for faulty devices, ensuring that products are tested for proper function and form. This supports reliability and longevity in the industry.
### Future-Oriented Innovation and Education
The mechatronics center develops new solutions that enable robots to work integrally with CNC machines, end effectors, and AI-powered vision systems. STEM education contributes to equipping future industrial workers. Mitsubishi provides high-quality hardware and curriculum for schools, preparing training programs tailored to local industry needs.
Mitsubishi's capacity to offer comprehensive solutions, combined with its long-standing reliability, solidifies its leading position in the industry. This innovative approach, shaping the future of automation, serves as an important example for industry professionals.
"Automation always finds a way."
