Dear Valued Clients, Representatives, and Associates,
Happy New Year! As we embark on 2025, I want to reflect on the past year’s successes and share our excitement for the opportunities ahead. This past year, Industrial Indexing Systems has continued to deliver innovative, application-specific motion control solutions that empower our clients to achieve new levels of efficiency and performance. Your trust and collaboration have driven our progress, and I am deeply grateful for your support.
As we look to the year ahead, our commitment remains steadfast. We will continue to provide tailored automation and servo technology solutions designed to meet the unique challenges of your industries. Through insights shared in our blog series and the development of cutting-edge technologies, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Thank you for your partnership and for being part of the IIS journey. Together, we can push the boundaries of what is possible in motion control and automation. I look forward to another year of growth, collaboration, and success.
Wishing you a prosperous and innovative 2025.
Warm regards,
Bill Schnaufer
President, Industrial Indexing Systems
Reflections on 2024
Navigating Challenges and Embracing Innovation
2024 has been a challenging year for the servo motion control industry, with obstacles that have tested our resilience and adaptability. Persistent supply chain disruptions, particularly shortages of critical components like semiconductors, have impacted operations across the board. Combined with rising interest rates and increased inventory levels, these challenges have slowed demand, especially for OEMs that rely on motion control products to power their machinery.
To navigate these uncertain times, we’ve prioritized adaptability. By implementing agile supply chain strategies and delivering tailored solutions to meet our customers’ unique needs, we’ve worked hard to maintain our role as a trusted partner. Our focus has been on ensuring reliability while continuing to support the success of the businesses we serve.
While the industry faces its share of headwinds, we remain optimistic. Our commitment to innovation and our ability to adapt are helping us overcome today’s challenges and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. Together with our partners and customers, we’re building a stronger, more dynamic future for motion control.
In today’s industrial automation landscape, precision and flexibility are essential for driving operational efficiency and innovation across industries, including but not limited to packaging, laser cutting, and industrial sewing. As industries strive to meet the demands of high-performance applications while adapting to rapidly changing technologies, the need for tailored motion control solutions is critical.
Automation is leading the charge in revolutionizing the medical manufacturing industry, transforming how healthcare OEM’s operate by enhancing precision, safety, and efficiency. As the demand for accurate and timely handling of medical materials increases, automated systems have become essential for delivering dependable results. Among these systems, automated material handling stands as a critical component, driving the streamlining of operations. At the heart of this innovation are servo motors, which offer the reliability, speed, and precision needed to elevate medical automation and meet the stringent demands of healthcare environments.
The manufacturing industry is rapidly evolving, with automation playing a crucial role in boosting productivity and maintaining a competitive edge. As manufacturers strive to streamline operations, adopting technologies has become essential to staying ahead. Among the most impactful technologies are servo solutions, which optimize automation processes by enhancing efficiency, precision, and reliability.
In industrial applications, efficiency is the driving force behind productivity and cost management. Streamlining operations, minimizing downtime, and optimizing processes are essential for maintaining a competitive edge in today’s market. One of the most effective ways to achieve these goals is by incorporating advanced servo solutions into your industrial systems.
Optimize Your Cut-to-Length Stacking Operations with Advanced Servo Technology
Elevate your cut-to-length stacking processes with our state-of-the-art servo solutions, designed to deliver unparalleled precision and efficiency in material handling applications. Our innovative system seamlessly integrates a rotary knife cutter and stacker, coordinating three axes of servo motion control to ensure consistent and accurate cuts.
This system’s core is the Emerald EMC-2100 automation controller, which synchronizes the feed/pinch rolls, rotary cutter, and stacker wheels via a SERCOS network. This configuration allows precise control over cut length, stack count, and line speed, all programmable through an intuitive operator interface.
The process begins with a web of material fed into the machine by the feed/pinch rolls. The rotary cutter, synchronized to the web speed, makes precise cuts registered with marks on the web. Post-cut, the stacker efficiently organizes the pieces into piles of a specified count, optimizing your production workflow.
By upgrading to our advanced servo technology, you can achieve higher precision, reduce material waste, and enhance overall productivity in your cut-to-length stacking operations. Stay ahead in today’s competitive market by embracing automation solutions that offer reliability, efficiency, and exceptional accuracy.
For all your motion control needs, whether it’s enhancing your current systems or exploring new automation opportunities, our team at Industrial Indexing Systems is here to help.
Don’t hesitate to reach out and discover how our advanced solutions can drive your operations forward. Thank you for being part of our journey, and we look forward to sharing more insights and innovations in the next issue of the InMotion Newsletter.
