Feeder Control System WF Series

Next-generation feeder control system aimed at the smart factory era.

The WF series inherits the basic performance of conventional control systems while evolving its scalability through network connectivity. It is a new standard control system that realizes Kubota's vision of a future production site centered around informatization. 【Features】 - Achieves IoT for compound production processes with Ethernet connectivity - Allows for the start of feeder operation without cumbersome settings or adjustments - Prevents the occurrence of defective products and prevents the outflow of defective lots in the event of any defects - Helps prevent sudden line stoppages and contributes to minimizing downtime

basic information

■WF-C Feeder Controller (for standalone panel) - Compatible with loss-in-weight feeders, belt feeders, pod meters, and conveyor scales. - Ethernet connection simplifies wiring between devices compared to traditional feeder controllers. - Achieves stable constant flow supply through PI control. ■WF-CM Feeder Controller Module (for machine-side panel) - Control module for loss-in-weight feeders. - Integrated with WF-C controller and motor amplifier or vibration feeder controller in the machine-side panel, achieving space-saving and reduced wiring. ■WF-OT Operation Terminal - Quickly grasp the operating status of the feeder (actual flow rate, alarms, etc.) on a 4.3-inch color LCD. - Supports menu categorization and access management based on user levels. ■WF-DT Centralized Management Operation Terminal - An operation terminal that can manage multiple feeders (up to 20) from a single screen. - Allows for understanding of system status over a long period of five years, making it ideal for quality control and troubleshooting during issues. - Supports display in Japanese, English, Chinese (traditional/simplified), and Korean.