Reliable Servo Performance in Hygienic and Washdown Environments with Kollmorgen Essentials Servo Drives

[Erkan Teskancan]

Kollmorgen Essentials Servo Drive (KED) has expanded its application areas to include washdown and hygienic environments. Working in conjunction with AKMA aluminum washdown motors and AKMH stainless steel hygienic motors, this system offers high-performance motion capabilities in harsh conditions while keeping costs low.

### Kollmorgen Essentials Servo Drive Features

• Designed for fast commissioning and reliable performance
• Supports multiple industrial Ethernet protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, and PROFINET
• Battery-free, high-resolution absolute feedback with SFD-M (Smart Multi-Turn Absolute Position Feedback)
• Stores position information in power cycles thanks to energy harvesting technology
• Compatible with three different servo drive models: KED, AKD, AKD2G

### AKMA and AKMH Motors

• AKMA: Anodized aluminum body, IP69K protection, suitable for medium and heavy washdown applications
• AKMH: Stainless steel construction, IP69K sealing, ideal for daily washdown environments using high-pressure and corrosive cleaning agents

With these motor and drive combinations, Kollmorgen offers cost-effective yet high-precision servo solutions for industries requiring hygiene, such as food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging.

### About Kollmorgen
Kollmorgen, a Regal Rexnord brand, has over 100 years of experience in motion control. It develops the industry's most reliable motors, drives, AGV control solutions, and automation platforms. By combining high performance, reliability, and ease of use, it provides machine builders with a competitive advantage.