IO-Link Technology

IO-Link offers a simple, transparent, and effective method for reducing the cost of wiring and automating machines.

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IO-Link reduces the cost of wiring and automating machines. Through improved diagnostics and preventive maintenance, IO-Link increases the availability of machines and plants.

Machines with IO-Link can be actively controlled, meaning that IO-Link is opening the door to the Industrial Internet of Things.

Here's an example: An ultrasonic barrier monitors the cycle control of the transport containers. The reflector is damaged due to collision. The reduced signal strength triggers an alarm. The sensor reports damage via IO-Link to the PLC.

Another IO-Link advantage is that the communication standard eases the commissioning of plants. For PROFINET systems, Turck is integrating its IO-Link devices into the configuration files of the Turck IO-Link master. PLC integration and configuration of IO-Link devices from Turck is significantly faster and requires no additional programming.

IO-Link is opening the door to the Industrial Internet of Things.