Camozzi Automatiion and Camozzi Digital: A Winning Partnership for IIoT Solutions and Cyber-Physical Systems for Industry 4.0

By Camozzi Automation Ltd
schedule1st Apr 19

Camozzi Automation and Camozzi Digital will be showcasing their combined solutions for Industry 4.0 at this year’s Hannover Messe (Stand C47, Hall 23), which ends on April 5.

The Camozzi Automation division offers a product range including components, systems and technologies for the industrial automation sector, the control of fluids - liquids and gases - and applications dedicated to transportation and life science. Its partner, Camozzi Digital specialises in application solutions for Industry 4.0.

Anticipating 250,000 visitors, the German event is a prestigious showcase upon which to announce Camozzi’s latest Cyber-Physical systems for predictive maintenance in smart manufacturing and its new intelligent components for IIoT – a highly innovative offering, reflecting the theme of this year’s show: Integrated Industry – Industrial Intelligence.

Camozzi’s special end-to-end Cyber-Physical systems integrate sensors and intelligent components that are able to transmit complex process data to management systems and the cloud, through an IIoT Gateway supplied by Advantech.

The information gathered can be analysed in real time by means of sophisticated proprietary algorithms and processed to produce detailed diagnostic reports, from which customers can generate predictive maintenance plans for their machines, increasing efficiencies and reducing costs.

A live demonstration of the interconnection method between the components, the cloud and the feedback/return diagnostics can be seen on the stand.  

An area of the stand will be dedicated to the launch of an array of ‘smart’ components designed by Camozzi: the Series D valve island and the Series PRE proportional pressure regulator, equipped with CoilVision technology.

The Series D was developed to meet the growing demand from the market for an advanced solution able to guarantee high quality standards while offering maximum flexibility. A key feature of the Series D is its ability to combine two different valve sizes in the same island bringing important benefits in terms of reduced dimensions and costs, with the help of only one initial electric part.

Another characteristic of the Series D is its CoilVision technology that constantly monitors the operational parameters of the solenoid. In fact this diagnostics system provides, for example, through a web platform with a graphic interface, an overview of  the on/off state of each valve, the number of cycles, the level of power consumption and any possible overheating in the coil.

The Series PRE proportional pressure regulator, with CoilVision technology has been similarly designed to constantly monitor the operation of the solenoids and prevent any possible malfunction.

Also in this case, the data collected is transmitted to the cloud in an aggregated way and can be made easily available to the customer through a dashboard. The Series PRE is available in two sizes and in a number of different configurations, among which is an IO-Link connection.

Lastly, a version with external sensor connections is available for applications that are required to monitor the pressure of aggressive liquids or gases.  

Another innovative product we will present at the Hannover Messe is the new Series 23 pneumatic cylinder. In compliance with standard ISO 6432, these cylinders incorporate ‘auto-cushioning’ technology, that guarantees optimal deceleration, for a smooth, jolt-free movement of the cylinder which reduces both vibration and noise, resulting in a product with improved reliability and consistent performance over time.

Lodovico Camozzi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Camozzi Group, said: “We are proud to be present at this important exhibition with a range of cutting-edge systems and solutions dedicated to Industry 4.0, a result of our consolidated expertise and our approach that is oriented towards continuous innovation.

“Our commitment is reflected in the many partnerships made with prestigious Research institutes and Universities that have led to the creation of the solutions that will be showcased at Hannover Messe.”

Marco Camozzi, Managing Director of Camozzi Automation, added: “The interconnection and digitisation of production processes are the main challenges of Industry 4.0. Today more than ever, companies worldwide need to meet this challenge, to increase their competitiveness.

“Camozzi's innovative components and smart systems will allow companies to continuously monitor the performance of their production processes, plan maintenance activities more effectively and efficiently and significantly reduce downtime and operating costs.”