Collaborative Robot design recognised.

A major milestone for Delta's D-Bot Series Collaborative Robots (Cobots) has been announced. They have been honoured with the prestigious 2025 German Design Award in the category of Excellent Product Design. This accolade, which follows their 2024 Red Dot Design Award win in Singapore earlier this year, highlights. The German Design Awards, presented by the German Design Council, are among the most prestigious honors in the design industry.

Michael Mayer-Rosa, Senior Director of the Industrial Automation Business Group at Delta Electronics EMEA Region, said, “We are highly committed to innovation, consistently investing over 8% of our revenues into R&D. The award from the German Design Council confirms our success in designing our cobots and in developing cutting-edge smart manufacturing solutions. The cobot market is one of the fastest-growing sectors in automation technology, surpassing the US$1 billion mark, and with a design boasting industry-leading safety, efficiency, and practicality, we believe the D-Bots will meet the sophisticated needs of businesses across a wide range of applications.”

Delta’s D-Bot Series Collaborative Robots were first presented to the public at last year’s Hannover Messe and were also showcased at SPS 2024 in Nuremberg.

European customers expect the highest level of safety Safety is of vital importance when it comes to the design of the Delta D-Bots, especially since the cobots are intended for interaction with personnel in production environments. The innovative "Reflex Safety" feature detects contact at lightning speed and instantly reverses movement to prevent accidents, protecting both personnel and equipment. The integration of high-end sensors and collision detection (one-finger tap) maximizes safety.

The D-Bot Series is engineered for rapid deployment, allowing setup in under two hours, making them ideal for dynamic production environments. With an impressive accuracy of ±0.02 mm and a payload range from 6 kg to 30 kg, the D-Bots are versatile and capable of handling a wide array of tasks, from assembling complex components to managing heavy palletizing. Designed and engineered in Europe, and built for the world, these collaborative robots are ready to meet the needs of businesses globally.

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Slim and Flexible I/O Modules.

The new AX-5 modules from Delta, are designed to elevate industrial automation with their ultra-slim profile, saving up to 50 percent space in control cabinets compared to traditional I/O module series. The series features a user-friendly installation process with patented DIN rail clips and removable front connectors, streamlined wiring with printed diagrams, and exceptional flexibility through isolated power supply modules. Offering fast response times and broad network compatibility, the AX-5 series meets the diverse needs of machine builders, system integrators, and distributors across various industrial sectors.

"At Delta, we have developed the new AX-5 I/O module series especially for for applications requiring higher performance, smaller size, and a user-friendly I/O system.” says Simone Orlandi, Product Manager, Industrial Automation Business Group, Delta EMEA. "Together with the AX-5 I/O series, we increase the scalability of EtherCAT I/O solutions and offer more options to our customers in a wide range of markets, such as packaging, assembly, material handling, robotics, and woodworking."

Space-saving, flexible and powerful.
The AX-5 I/O module series has a slim design of 12mm width per module, significantly reducing the space required in electrical cabinets by up to 50 percent compared to traditional I/O module series. This compact design is particularly beneficial for machine builders, system integrators, and distributors across various industrial segments.

Thanks to the System Power Supply and I/O Power Supply modules, the AX-5 series supports flexible installation by allowing I/Os to be separated into different electrically isolated groups. This feature simplifies troubleshooting and reduces system downtime, enhancing overall system reliability and availability.

The series features a removable front connector for each module, which simplifies the wiring process and reduces replacement effort. Additionally, a printed wiring diagram on the side of each module eliminates the need for frequent user manual references, saving time and minimizing errors during installation and maintenance.

Installation of the modules is also straightforward thanks to the patented DIN rail clips. This unique design ensures rapid and effortless setup, providing unparalleled stability on the DIN rail. By streamlining the installation process, it significantly accelerates commissioning, enhances system planning flexibility, and reduces labor costs.

Fast data communication and broad network integration.
Designed for time-critical applications, the AX-5 series offers fast response times and supports the EtherCAT fieldbus for reliable and efficient data communication. Especially, EtherCAT Hot Connect and Distributed Clock features are also supported, offering enhanced flexibility and precise synchronization. Looking ahead, the AX-5 series will soon incorporate support for PROFINET and Ethernet/IP through dedicated couplers, enabling even broader integration into various network infrastructures. These modules are compatible with Delta controllers and third-party controllers, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.

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I/O remote module with integrated output relays.

32 digital optocoupler inputs and 32 dry contact relay outputs offer easy integration.

The R2-EC0902D0 32 digital input/output remote module has been launched by Delta. Featuring 32 integrated relays on the output, supporting 2 A at 30 VDC/ 250 VAC per channel, and 32 24 VDC digital inputs, the unit greatly simplifies the implementation of digital I/O on EtherCAT networks. The high level of integration reduces system costs by eliminating the need for a separate coupler, digital input/output modules, and external relays.

EtherCAT is predicted to grow above 7% CAGR1 in the coming years, supporting the view that continued innovation around this technology is needed. While advanced automation capabilities are well covered, more straightforward capabilities, such as hardware integrating EtherCAT for digital I/O, are not as refined. Instead, system integrators have relied on couplers, digital input and output modules, and external relays. The R2-EC0902D0 DI/DO mixed remote module removes this complexity and associated cost, integrating digital I/O into a single, EtherCAT-capable unit.

The R2-EC0902D0 features an input and output EtherCAT port, allowing for daisy-chaining. At the front of the 120 mm wide DIN-rail unit, power, communication, and alarm indicators are set into the housing for good visibility. Indicators for each of the 32 inputs and outputs are located in the center of the face plate. All the optical coupler inputs are grouped on one side, with the digital outputs placed on the other. The 32 digital outputs are implemented using normally-open dry contact relays. These operate at up to 1 Hz and have an off/on response time of 10 ms, and on/off response time of 5 ms. On the input side, PNP/NPN configurable sink/source signals of up to 1 kHz can be acquired with a response time of 300 µs.

“The R2-EC0902D0 DI/DO mixed remote module supports the EtherCAT protocol to enable a fast I/O response. The large number of integrated digital inputs and relay-type outputs makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from the packaging industry and woodworking to assembly lines,” said Simone Orlandi, Product Manager - Motion Control, Delta Electronics EMEA region.

The R2-EC0902D0 is ideal for industrial automation engineers looking for a digital I/O solution with a large number of channels that also supports EtherCAT. Compliant with EN 60068-2-6 for vibration and EN60068-2-27/29 for shock resistance, this IP 20-rated unit can operate over 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F). It requires a 24 V/1 A external power supply and is compatible with all Delta and third-party EtherCAT controllers.

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Robotics lock the door!

METAL LS is a Bulgarian manufacturer of door locking systems, door and window handles and building hardware. They started planning the new automated assembly of door locks in 2019. The robotic systems that the company already used for other applications were too large for the planned production site, so the new solutions needed to be as compact and precise as possible, in addition to being state of the art. 

Door and security locks are precision parts with standard dimensions and components stipulated in DIN standards. Therefore, quality and precision were especially important deciding factors for METAL LS. In addition, the robots needed to achieve high productivity, assembling between 10 and 14 locks per minute. The company also needed a high level of flexibility from the solution and the possibility of retooling so that they could reuse the same system to produce different types of lock in the future.

Following a comparison of various manufacturers and products, METAL LS opted for a robot system from Delta. It was the only manufacturer to offer a complete solution including programmable logic controllers (PLC), a human-machine interface (HMI), servo systems and robotic arms with Machine Vision.

Jason Wu, Field Application Engineer at Industrial Automation Business Group, Delta Electronics EMEA region, is very happy with the successful collaboration: “With our broad portfolio of IA products, we are able to offer our customers powerful full-range solutions from a single source. Our teams of experts will support clients in implementing the specific project requirements, no matter whether the clients are in the food, drinks, packaging, electronics or automotive industry.”

For implementation of this project, METAL LS and Delta collaborated to develop a custom workstation for assembly of the mechanical door lock components. The main part of the system comprises a rotation table, on which seven six-axis DRV90L7 articulated robots are installed. The robots are capable of extremely precise, quick movements and feature a hollow wrist that allows them to be easily combined with the correct tool for each production step. The DOP-115MX HMI is used to visualise all processes and enables the user to select various receipts for different locks via a touch screen. It also displays system information and alerts or alarms. The AS300-series (AS324MT-A) PLC monitors the assembly line, controls the ASDA B2 servo drive and communicates with the servo drive on the rotating platform. Two DMV2000 Machine Vision image processing systems equipped with cameras are installed to localise components on the conveyor and send accurate signals to the robot allowing it to pick up and assemble the parts. The AC servo system comprising ASDA-A2 and ASDA-B2 drives as well as ECMA motors ensure that the robot arms are positioned precisely and that high productivity can be maintained.

A few adjustments to the parameter settings were sufficient to quickly overcome initial communication problems between the PLC, robot and the Machine Vision system. The careful preparation and system configuration carried out by the Delta team also ensured that all of the Delta industrial automation (IA) products were soon integrated into the production processes.

All stakeholders are extremely happy with the progress made in the project. Alongside the quality of the compact robotic system, METAL LS is particularly happy with the sound advice and customer service it has received from Delta. With many different production sites and teams throughout Europe, Delta is able to provide all of its customers with the support they need, when they need it. The project was kicked off when the Field Application Engineering (FAE) team arrived on site to support construction of the assembly system together with Mechatronics, Delta’s Bulgarian partner. The assembly system is still undergoing tests, but initial results are already showing improved productivity and performance.

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Ensuring top quality cotton swabs!

Smart Manufacturing Integrates Machine Vision and Industrial Robots 

 

Many people cannot imagine a day without using cotton swabs. Behind such a small product, there is extensive know-how from production to packaging. Since the unit price is relatively low, the investment in time and resources is highly sensitive. To optimise results, the cotton swabs must be quickly placed into a package in order. This is a challenge for traditional manufacturers that mainly rely on manual labor.

Yet another challenge, is that there is an ever increasing shortage of manpower in the manufacturing industry. To enhance productivity and maintain a consistent product quality, many manufacturers adopt automated equipment and processes. On top of that, smart manufacturing is becoming an unstoppable trend. To prepare for this new era, building highly automated production lines has become a necessary move for the future.

Delta recently built a cotton swabs’ automatic inspection and packaging solution for a packaging partner working with a cotton swab manufacturer. The solution integrates a vibration bowl, conveyor belts, industrial robot, and machine vision for an all-in-one automatic machine. It improves overall performance with higher productivity and longer runtime. In addition, the adoption of machine vision avoids the inconsistencies of manual inspection and ensures product quality.

The solution includes the High-Performance Slim PLC DVP-SV2 Series that delivers cotton swabs from a vibration bowl and transfers them to the inspection spot under the Machine Vision System DMV2000 Series. The SCARA Robot DRS40L Series then tracks the conveyor and picks-and-places the qualified ones into the case in a set order. While the robot sends a signal to the PLC for counting, the pick-and-place movement stops when it reaches the set number. The PLC controls the positioning cylinder to switch to a new case and enable a smooth process for packaging and inspection.

Delta cotton swabs automatic inspection and packaging solution provides the following benefits and advantages for the manufacturer and users:

• Automated production line enhances productivity The automated production line integrates the 10.1-inch Widescreen Ethernet HMI DOP-110 Series, High-Performance Slim PLC DVP-SV2 Series, and SCARA Robot DRS40L Series. It extends runtime and enhances productivity. • Machine vision maintains consistent product quality Unlike manual inspection, the Machine Vision System DMV2000 Series avoids distraction and can quickly and precisely detect defects and maintain the consistency of product quality. • Quick pick-and-place ensures the package counts Delta’s SCARA Robot DRS40L Series quickly tracks the conveyor and sends signals to the High-performance Slim PLC DVP-SV2 Series to count whether the quantity of cotton swabs has reached the set number, and ensures the accuracy of each case.

Delta’s cotton swab automatic inspection and packaging solution integrates PLC, machine vision, and industrial robot in an all-in-one machine. It decreases the need for space and is capable of quick and precise packaging. Besides, it helps users overcome labor shortage challenges. The solution is highly automated and flexible for industrial 4.0, which may help users embrace the potential and opportunities of smart manufacturing.

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Cool cows!

Livestock production is a challenging business. Farmers are under continuous pressure to sustainably deliver quality fresh produce while meeting aggressive pricing demands. Simultaneously, consumers are increasingly concerned about the welfare of the animals they consume. Animal welfare is important for dairy farmers too, but their key challenge is satisfying those needs in a manner that is affordable at acquisition and during operation.

The Cyclone 360 from Bioret-Agri provides a unique, energy efficient ventilation approach for dairy farmer’s barns.

Cows in barns require proper ventilation to support their well-being and avoid illness. Large fans hung from the roof help to dry the floor and lower humidity while also removing odors and gases produced by the livestock’s urine, manure, and breathing. This reduces hoof and udder hygiene issues, even in the winter months. During summer, excessive heat can result in cow discomfort, leading to lower reproduction efficiency and reduced milk quality and production. Ventilation systems increase airflow over the cows, reducing the risk of heat stress.

The established supplier Bioret-Agri has been supplying farmers with innovative animal comfort products since 1983, with a particular focus on dairy cows. When mounted in the barn’s rafters, their ventilation system is unique in delivering 360° of airflow, reducing the heat stress on cows (pic above). To further improve the product and reduce power consumption, they were looking to move from an induction motor (IM) to a permanent magnet (PM) type. This required a suitable motor inverter.

The original IM-based solution only offered a simple on/off control. The move to a PM motor provided a chance to add variable speed control that responded to the temperature in the barn. This would ensure that energy consumption was kept to a minimum and ventilation noise would be held at the lowest possible volume. With barns reaching up to one hundred meters in length, multiple ventilators can be installed along the roof’s length. Therefore, the motor inverter solution selected would need to be capable of communicating with the other ventilators to ensure a uniform airflow throughout the building.

Having reviewed the application requirements, Delta’s team of engineers proposed the ME300 Series from its broad portfolio of motor inverters. It was ideally suited to the 2.2 kW electrically commutated PM motor selected, supporting the maximum target speed of 1,800 RPM. This compact vector control drive has been reduced by 60% in volume over previous generation drives, enabling it to be easily integrated into the Bioret-Agri Cyclone 360 ventilator. The screwless design of the terminal blocks simplifies manufacturing, while its built-in Class A (C2/C3) EMC filter saves both space and the procurement of additional parts. Thanks to its optimized hardware layout and anti-pollution design, it was also ideal for resisting the dust and fibers prevalent in barns.

“This has been an exciting project, much different from the typical industrial applications we usually address,” said Jean-Charles Cuzin, Field Application Engineer at Delta Electronics. “Covid added to the development challenges, but resourcefulness and dedication by the team ensured we overcame them.” 

Yannick Daubelcour, R&D Manager at Bioret-Agri said, “The professional support provided by Delta Electronics and the local partner, allowed us to meet our design goals. The Cyclone 360 remains an innovation leader in barn ventilation systems, and this latest design improves animal welfare by being quieter in operation and lower in energy cost.”

Like many recent projects, Bioret-Agri and Delta faced challenges during the development of the Cyclone 360 due to restrictions imposed by Covid. The ME300 can be parameterized to match the motor being driven. However, without direct access to the motor on-site, the Delta team was forced to remotely undertake the required system optimization. User control is implemented with a simple on/off signal, while a single output indicates any system errors. Ventilator speed across multiple Cyclone 360s is synchronized via an analog output that links to each subsequent ME300 motor inverter.

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Uninterruptible power supply (300-1200kVA).

Delta Electronics has added the Ultron DPS model to its family of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), which now offers capacities ranging from 300-1200 kVA. This latest Ultron online UPS is rated at 1000-1200 kVA megawatt-scale performance with an extremely small footprint that makes the Ultron DPS UPS ideally suited for use in large and colocation data centres, where high-density performance and the associated space savings are essential for profitable operations.

The Ultron DPS series is a next-generation monoblock UPS system, designed with enhanced availability, performance and manageability. 

Key benefits include:

• Compared with similar products on the market, the new DPS series UPS is an exceptionally competitive product with the highest power density and the smallest footprint, addressing the increasing requirements of colocation and cloud service providers. In addition, it offers a LiB ready solution that saves space and reduces risk throughout the lifecycle of the uninterruptible power system
• Up to 8 Ultron DPS series UPSs can be paralleled to provide up to 9.6MW of power capacity to support power expansion or N+X redundancies. Featuring high power capacity and high energy efficiency, the Ultron DPS is up to 96% efficient at light load conditions and achieves up to 96.5% in online mode
• The Ultron DPS series offers proactive intelligence to warn IT managers of impending failures before they occur. This reduces the risk of downtime as well as the time and expense that maintenance work involves. Advanced event analysis includes up to 10,000 event logs, and waveform capturing allows the detection of external conditions to ensure high availability.

Customers have adopted this UPS for power backup and data center applications across industries such as colocation, manufacturing, semiconductors, and others.

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High-performance UPS enhances range.

Delta has recently added a new Ultron DPS model to its family of uninterruptible power supplies. This latest online UPS is rated at 300 kVA. With it, their Ultron DPS series offers capacities ranging from 300 to 600 kVA. Up to eight units can be run in parallel for megawatt-scale installations. This makes DPS 300 online UPS systems suitable for mission-critical applications that demand high performance.

Key features of the series   • Currently the highest power density and smallest footprint compared to competing products  • Self-diagnosis with early warning system  • Unity output power factor (> 0.99)  • AC-AC efficiency of up to 96.5 %, 99 % in ECO mode • Parallel configurations of up to 8 units  • Designed with redundant key components  • Li-ion-battery-ready • 10-inch color touchscreen with graphical user interface

“The latest generation of our Ultron DPS series was developed especially for use in hyperscale data centers seeking to lower operating costs. Our conversations with colocation and cloud service providers revealed that, in addition to reliability and efficiency, other requirements have become extremely important, too. Megawatt-scale power capacity, a compact footprint, and ease of operation,” explained Rakesh Mukhija, Head of Mission Critical Infrastructure Solutions (MCIS) at Delta EMEA. “With the Ultron DPS series, we now cover the entire power range from 300 kVA to 600 kVA. Soon, we’ll be expanding the Ultron family again and launching the DPS 1000 kVA and the DPS 1200 kVA to offer megawatt capacities in a single unit. This way, our customers can choose the Ultron DPS UPS that is an exact fit for their needs.”

The DPS 300 kVA is a monoblock UPS system with the highest available power density and the smallest footprint on the market. By conserving space, it provides more room for revenue-generating IT racks. The new Ultron DPS achieves AC-AC efficiencies of up to 96.5% during normal operation and 99% in ECO mode, reducing energy costs considerably. In addition, it delivers the full rated power (output power factor > 0,99) for maximum availability without power loss. The ability to choose valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) or environmentally friendly lithium-ion batteries also offers a means of optimizing battery investments.

Dual CAN bus systems are one example of how redundant core components ensure the availability of this new Delta UPS system. The DPS series offers proactive intelligence to warn IT managers of impending failures before they occur. This reduces the risk of downtime as well as the time and expense that maintenance work involves. Advanced event analysis including up to 10,000 event logs and waveform capturing allow abnormalities to be identified, ensuring high availability.

The user-friendly 10-inch LCD screen of the UPS displays information on security, temperature, fire protection, and cooling as required to simplify local control. Optional battery management software also allows operators to view battery status information on the touch panel. IT managers can access all the components of the UPS from the front of the unit. This way, they can easily replace the modular components as needed, considerably reducing mean time to repair (MTTR). 

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Industry leader recognition.

Delta has just been recognized by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) 2019 assessment as the industry leader within the Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components sector for the fourth time.

With the global challenge of climate change and strong competition among peers, Delta has now been included in the DJSI World Index for the 9th consecutive year and in the DJSI Emerging Markets Index for the 7th consecutive year. The 2019 DJSI survey not only underscores Delta's continuous dedication towards climate change action and superior performance in economic and social dimensions, but also rewards the Company with the highest score in 8 criteria, outperforming the previous years. The DJSI assessment recognizes Delta’s efforts in the three dimensions of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance). With its focus on climate change action, in 2018, Delta reduced its carbon intensity by 16.8% in efforts to achieve the Science Based Target (SBT) set in 2017 of reducing its carbon intensity 56.6% by 2025.

Mr. Jesse Chou, Delta's chief sustainability officer, highlighted, "Our long-term commitment is to realize Delta's corporate mission, 'To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow', by leveraging our core competence in high-efficiency power electronics, developing comprehensive energy-saving solutions capable of lowering mankind's carbon footprint, implementing carbon reduction, and fully disclosing our goals and progress in ESG. Delta achieved its scheduled milestone of 16.8% science-based carbon reduction in the first year. In 2019 our cooperation with the Delta Electronics Foundation in the promotion of environmental education and green buildings and transportation concepts helped us achieve full credits in “Innovation Management”, “Environmental Reporting”, and "Social Reporting”. Delta also led the electronics industry in 5 major criteria for the 2019 DJSI corporate sustainability assessment: “Materiality”, “Risk and Crisis Management”, “Codes of Business Conduct”, “Product Stewardship”, and “Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy”. Delta’s dedication to innovative development, enhancing eco-efficiency, increasing its percentage of renewable energy, and balancing the development on ESG, have supported us in achieving this year's industry leadership position."

Delta has focused on climate change issues and passed the review by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) in 2017, while proposing the goal of reducing the carbon intensity by 56.6% by 2025 with 2014 as the base year. Delta became the first enterprise in Taiwan and the 87th in the world to pass the SBTi review. Through internal efforts to implement 1,846 energy-saving solutions at its plants in 2018, Delta increased its global use of renewable energy ratio to 22%. With the purchase of International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs), Delta’s carbon intensity was decreased by 16.8% in 2018, surpassing the original SBT of carbon reduction by 16.5% for 2018.

To accelerate the transformation to low-carbon transportation in response to the UN's goal of keeping global temperature rise below 2°C, in 2018 Delta took the lead in joining the EV100 initiative for international electric vehicles, and is the first member globally that provides energy infrastructure for electric vehicles. Delta has also introduced the climate-related financial disclosure protocol as a supporter of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), and continues to be proactive in implementing mitigation and adaptation work in response to climate change.

Delta has recently issued its 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Delta's high energy-efficient products have helped its clients save 28.1 billion kWh of electricity from 2010 to 2018, reducing 15.06 million tons of carbon emissions. From 2011 to 2018, a total of 1,846 energy-saving solutions were implemented at its major plants, saving 230 million kWh of electricity and reducing about 186,000 tons of carbon emissions. As for energy conservation through green buildings, the 15 certified factories and 5 academic buildings that Delta has sponsored to build have saved 17.83 million kWh of electricity and reduced about 11,200 tons of carbon emissions. Delta is dedicated to fulfilling it corporate mission "To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow" and is committed to making greater achievements in energy conservation and carbon reduction.

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UPS for tile manufacturer.

Peronda, a leading Spanish ceramic tiles manufacturer, has chosen Delta’s high-efficiency Ultron DPS series Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to protect their mission critical applications.

The project of the replacement of Peronda’s UPS was born after an efficiency and comparative study of 3 installed 200 kVA UPS vs Delta’s Ultron DPS 200 kVA UPS with real measurements in Peronda’s facilities. The installation of the new Delta UPS improved the current performance from 90% to 96% and a considerable improvement in the input harmonic distortion (iTHD) due to the patented three-phase PFC system, which achieved a very interesting TCO for the customer with a payback in less than two years due to energy efficiency.

The strengths of Delta’s UPS were the DPS series technical characteristics focused on the industrial world with a very wide input range, and Peronda’s performed tests at Delta’s facilities in Madrid which were very satisfactory.

The UPS protects the furnaces and the ceramics production line; these furnaces must be working 24/365. In the event of power blackout, the ceramic manufacturing process could come to a halt and cause high costs due to production loss, high costs due to furnace maintenance, and a waste of employee time. It is also worth noting the installation of 6 Delta’s Ultron HPH 30 kVA UPS to protect the printers that decorate the ceramic. A power blackout would also cause production loss here.
To Peronda, the implementation of a reliable and efficient power backup solution was a critical task to prevent waste of material and person-hours while maintaining targeted production output.

Finally, for this leading manufacturer of ceramics, both the Ultron DPS and the Ultron HPH solutions were a success. Without additional hardware, Ultron DPS and HPH Series UPS also offer a flexible and convenient way to expand the total output power to fulfil business growth.

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Cloud for field devices.

This solution enables the implementation of an easy-to-use, cost-effective and safe communication system between most field devices and a PC or a Smartphone. It includes Ethernet and wireless gateways, private cloud and secured VPN software solutions.

Delta’s Smart Factory and Cloud Solution provide a remote control and monitoring platform for real-time management of factory facilities. This solution integrates Delta’s brand new Industrial 3G Cloud Routers DX-2100 Series to collect facility operation data from PLCs and industrial controllers in factories, and upload it to Delta’s DIACloud internet cloud service platform for management. It allows managers and customers to acquire real-time facility operation and manufacturing execution information from worldwide factories - anywhere, anytime. With high security technologies, the DIACloud ensures data safety for all users. Currently, Delta has setup DIACloud servers in 7 locations around the globe, and will have 10 more built by 2018 to serve worldwide customers.

DIACloud is a cloud-based IoT platform developed by Delta Electronics. With this platform and the corresponding network gateways, users can communicate with field devices, collect data and push them to a cloud web portal, and push the control commands or settings to field devices at anytime and anywhere. Device status, alarms and field data will be displayed on this mobile APP, whilst control commands can be sent from the APP as well.

Innovative routers which connect all field devices to DIACloud
Delta Electronics recently launched the innovative DX-2100 series 3G Cloud Router and DX-2300 series Industrial Ethernet Cloud Router, which enable a built-in secure tunnel between the DIACloud cloud service and a set of industrial devices such as PLCs, HMIs, AC motor drives, AC servo systems, sensors and more. Designed to support fast and reliable two-way data collection, DX-2100 is a rugged wireless router that establishes a secure ‘tunnel’ between the user and the remote networked devices or PC (via the cloud server) without the need for VPN servers.

Superior performance based on quick, strong and secure connectivity is viable with these advanced new devices. Able to support Modbus TCP and RTU protocols, the DX-2100 is downward compatible with GSM/GPRS/EDGE 2G networks. Both the DX-2100 and the DX-2300 offer HSPA+ data transmission rates of up to 21.6Mbps (downlink) and 5.76Mbps (uplink). Before purchasing any router, users are advised to determine how fast it transmits data.

For the Industrial 3G Cloud Router, further benefits include automatic APN parameter matching and connection redial, therefore minimising offline time in the event of internet drop-out. In addition, there are various peripheral interfaces that include RS-485, RS-232 and Ethernet ports to meet all user device connectivity requirements, while an integral RTC also features along with support for NTP synchronisation over a network.

Data integrity
From a security perspective, the firewall offers many advanced functions, including SPI and the prevention of DoS attacks. The firewall also provides, port triggering and port mapping functionality, along with IP address, MAC address and URL filtering. Additionally, information passes through 6 levels of encryption. All of this helps to make Delta’s DX-2100 and DX-2300 some of the market’s most secure industrial cloud routers. Additional user advantages include networking failure diagnostics, device and PLC interlocking, and custom alarm conditions with email alerts.
A platform designed for smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 implementation

DIACloud includes without additional cost 1GB of data traffic, 10MB storage in the Cloud, and unlimited user accounts. This makes it possible to perform remote configuration, remote firmware upgrades, scheduled tasks and remote management operations. The device is targeted at a host of remote connectivity applications that include industrial automation, smart homes, smart buildings, smart grids, surveillance and transportation monitoring.

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High performance PLC.

The Delta AS300 series Compact Non-backplane Mid-range PLC is a high performance multi-purpose controller designed for all kinds of automated equipment. Delta's self-developed 32-bit SoC (System on Chip) CPUs offer an enhanced execution speed (40 k steps/ms) and supports a maximum of up to 32 extension modules. The series supports up to 1,024 inputs/outputs. Response time is 1ms when LD instruction time is 25ns and MOV instruction time is 0.15 μs.

Modular and convenient programing of advanced motion systems structure
This series provides accurate positioning control for a maximum of 8 axes via a CANopen motion network and a maximum of 6 axes via pulse control (200kHz).

It supports multiple programming languages in the same project (Structured Text, CFC, SFC and Ladder). The advanced yet simple ISPSoft V3.0 editing software delivers fast hardware and network configuration with built-in function blocks for different industries. It also provides multi-layer password protection for enhanced system security.

Supporting EtherNet/IP and various fieldbuses for industrial applications, the AS Series controller is equipped with CANopen and EtherNet/IP network communication for high-speed data transmission.

Flexible and easy network system configuration
The AS300 series supports star and linear network topology for fast expansion and management on production lines. It is compatible with all IT networks and can be combined with Delta’s IES solution to construct IoT automation applications and Industry 4.0 upgrades. The AS series can be extended to up to 32 modules.

Easy implementation
Delta’s patented non-backplane assembly with its robust slot and clip interlocking design offers a more flexible configuration and simple installation process, with convenient earth protection. This new PLC features screw-less and time-saving installation. Operators just have to press the clip rings and push the module to the desired position until hearing a "click" to finish installation. Configuration changes are as easy as possible thanks to its fast disassembly. Operators are able to release the clip ring and easily remove the module from the front without moving adjacent modules.

The space-saving design enables easy installation in control panels. The simple design and dark gray exterior of the AS series help resist stains and dirt in harsh industrial environments. With recyclable and lead-free material, it is compliant with international environmental requirements for industrial products.

This high-efficiency controller can be combined with other Delta solutions – including drives, sensors, communication devices – in order to maintain increased productivity and adaptability for demanding automation applications.

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Connecting to the cloud!

Delta Electronics has recently launched its innovative 3G Cloud Router DX-2100 series and Industrial Ethernet Cloud Router DX-2300 series. These state-of-the-art routers enable a built-in secure tunnel between the DIACloud cloud service and a set of industrial devices such as PLCs, HMIs, AC motor drives, AC servo systems, sensors and more. Users can connect to DIACloud through Apps, web browsers or PC Windows platforms. The new DIACloud service offers simple and efficient control of automated facilities.

Designed to support fast and reliable two-way data collection, DX-2100 is a rugged wireless router that establishes a secure ‘tunnel’ between the user and the remote networked devices or PC (via the cloud server) without the need for VPN servers. This makes it possible to perform remote configuration, remote firmware upgrades, scheduled tasks and remote management operations. The device is targeted at a host of remote connectivity applications that include industrial automation, smart homes, smart buildings, smart grids, surveillance and transportation monitoring.

Superior performance based on quick, strong and secure connectivity is viable with these advanced new devices. Able to support Modbus TCP and RTU protocols, the DX-2100 is downward compatible with GSM/GPRS/EDGE 2G networks. Both the DX-2100 and the DX-2300 offer HSPA+ data transmission rates of up to 21.6 Mbps (downlink) and 5.76 Mbps (uplink). Before purchasing any router, users are advised to determine how fast it transmits data.

For the Industrial 3G Cloud Router, further benefits include automatic APN parameter matching and connection redial, therefore minimising offline time in the event of internet drop-out. In addition, there are various peripheral interfaces that include RS-485, RS-232 and Ethernet ports to meet all user device connectivity requirements, while an integral RTC (Real-Time Clock) also features along with support for NTP (Network Time Protocol) synchronisation over a network.

From a security perspective, the firewall offers many advanced functions, including SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) and the prevention of DoS (Denial of Service) attacks. What’s more, the firewall also provides NAT (Network Address Translation), port triggering and port mapping functionality, along with IP address, MAC address and URL filtering. All of this helps to make Delta’s DX-2100 and DX-2300 some of the market’s most secure industrial cloud routers.

Additional user advantages include networking failure diagnostics, device and PLC interlocking, and custom alarm conditions with email alerts.

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Automation in water plant!

Modular products from Delta have been selected as part of an innovative automated system installed recently at a major water treatment facility in Romania. The solution, which is based on Delta modular hardware architecture components that include PLCs, industrial Ethernet switches, HMI, motor drives and around 1400 I/O points, is providing drinking water and wastewater treatment plant automation for a population of around 30,000 people in Sebes, Petresti and Lancram in central Romania.

The installation was devised by system integrator Costruzioni Dondi SpA, and involved providing a distributed control system to principal plant processes such as pumping stations and water level monitoring equipment.

The control system architecture comprises supervisory, network and control layers. A third party SCADA system with two redundant servers providing data acquisition and archiving in the supervisory layer, as well as process control and monitoring services via remote control.

In the network layer, Delta Managed Industrial Ethernet Switches with network redundancy technology and TCP/IP fibre optics (in ring topology network) are able to deliver tolerance to any network failures with a self-recovery time of less than 20ms. Here, data access protection is provided through a firewall.

The actual control layer for local visualisation and operation is made up of various Delta products, including three new generation, modular AH500 PLCs plus I/O modules, a DOP-B 7” colour touchscreen HMI, 1400 I/O points and CP2000 sensorless vector control (SVC) drives. SVC offers timely response to load torque increase/decrease which satisfies customer requirements for load changes while enhancing motor performance and helping reduce energy consumption.

“There are many reasons we opted to use Delta products for this important installation, including their excellent cost-to-performance ratio,” explains Valentin Tuturiga, Project Manager at Costruzioni Dondi. “In addition, the scalability of the modular Delta products was important, while the development software was provided free of charge. We also liked the ease of communication with Delta’s technical support team, who were able to help us whenever we required advice.”

The benefits for the water treatment plant have been wide-reaching and include higher productivity, reduced operating costs and better utilisation of staff with dependable process automation, communication and information management. This is in addition to easy control of pumping stations and monitoring of water levels. Furthermore, fast and efficient alarm management enables engineers to react quickly to failures and malfunctions, which in turn provides better environmental compliance and monitoring.

“The implementation of this project is a complete success and now serves as a model for other water treatment plants in Romania,” concludes Mr Tuturiga. “In fact, we have recently completed a further two installations in Neamt County and just placed an order for Delta PLCs and inverters for another three new projects.”

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Power management solution wins award!

Delta Electronics has just received a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2015 for Golden Eagle, a 600W 48VDC power supply for telecom applications. The elegant exterior of Golden Eagle contains best-in-class energy-efficient features setting a new benchmark for power management throughout the industry. As stated by the Jury, “This power supply unit captivates with its self-contained design. Its exceptionally small and flat form allows it to fit almost anywhere.

Developed in-house by Delta, thru its Telecom Power Solutions BU, the Golden Eagle power supply is intended for 4G LTE outdoor applications. Thanks to its innovative technology and natural cooling design, the unit achieves an energy conversion efficiency of 96%. This makes it possible for telecom service providers to lower their operational expenditures considerably. Due to its wide input voltage range and high IP65 protection rating, the device is suitable for safe outdoor use. The Golden Eagle is a radical departure from the conventional look of telecom power systems, with its compact and stylish form factor and built in full power functionality. This has led to its adoption by NTT DOCOMO, Japan's largest mobile service provider. The product has also been successfully selected by leading customers in USA for new small cell site deployment. The Golden Eagle has clearly been recognized as the preferred solution for mobile base station applications.

The Red Dot Award of Germany is an international award first established in 1954. Each year, a panel of judges made up of expert product designers evaluates products based on their design philosophy. They recognize innovative product designs with the world-famous "Red Dot" mark. A total of 4,928 products were entered by 1,994 competitors from 56 countries making the Red Dot Award of Germany the largest and most prestigious international product design competition in the world.

HMI featuring a high-quality display and more realistic images

Delta Electronics has released the DOP-W Series HMI, which offers sizes of up to 15”. This high quality TFT display produces more realistic and vivid images to capture and visualize system and manufacturing processes faster. Its high-brightness touch screen provides a high resolution of 1024 x 728 pixels (XGA) and a luminance of 450 cd/m2.

Rugged design
Its rugged and lightweight aluminum enclosure protects from vibration and changing ambient temperatures. It also features an IP65 waterproof front panel for harsh environments, and its operating temperature range is 0-50ºC. This high-reliability display has a touch screen percussion life of at least 10,000,000 times and a backlight life of up to 80,000 hours.

Advanced features
The DOP-W Series integrates very useful remote monitoring functions, such is as eRemote, which enables users to view and monitor the same screen shown on the HMI at the production site and control the manufacturing process via Ethernet. Additionally, eServer, the data collection software, allows the transferring of information and history data directly from the production site to a remote PC via Ethernet.

The built-in 1.5W front panel stereo speakers transmit more effective alerts and warnings.
The DOP-W Series supports WinCE, and it also offers a Delta operating system which is free of charge and can manage all customer applications. The DOP-W also features abundant peripheral interfaces: it supports 2 COM ports, 2 Ethernet Ports, 3 USB Host 2.0, and SD cards.

Thanks to its high-speed processing 1 GHz CPU and its large-capacity Flash ROM 256MB, it is adapted for a wide range of industrial sectors, such as factory automation, process, transport, and energy.

Delta photoelectric and inductive proximity sensors!

State-of-the-art photoelectric and inductive proximity sensors offer a comprehensive solution for all automation needs

Delta’s standard (PS-R) and flat (PS-F) photoelectric sensors offer easy installation with a one-turn screw for setting distance for the standard type while the flat type can be installed under any condition. Both sensor types feature easy installation, a high-chemical resistance, and reliable detection of a wide-range of sensing distances-and have an IP67 enclosure rating.

The standard type utilises a wide-range of sensing methods with the small spot and diffuse reflection, and the flat type employs an accurate detect in addition to BGS and Diffuse reflection. . The sensing distance of these two types ranges from 30 mm (with the Flat Type Series) to 12 m (with the Standard Type Series). The output has incredible fast response time of 0.5 ms and a background suppression function offers reliable detection. Additionally, some notable highlights of the two types are the protection circuit which guards against a reverse power connection and an output overcurrent. The IP67 enclosure rating guarantees protection against water, dust and dirt.

Delta´s M12 and M18 Isolation and Non-Isolation inductive proximity sensors are perfectly suited for detecting ferrous metals and feature short dimensions and long sensing distances. They provide a highly accurate detection with excellent interference immunity. The M12 and M 18 have a sensing distance range between 4 mm and 12 mm. Both Isolation and Non-Isolation models use a pre-wired PVC cable.

Both Photoelectric and Inductive Proximity sensors are designed to be seamlessly integrated into Delta´s comprehensive automation solutions, which include PLCs, Drives, Motors, HMIs, sensors, measurement systems, and many more products, making Delta a full-service provider for all automation needs.