Epec has introduces the SL8X control unit, a platform designed to meet the demanding requirements of off-highway machines and non-road vehicles.
The SL8X supports both centralized and distributed system architectures, allowing manufacturers to optimise their machine designs. Centralized systems benefit from simplified wiring and reduced hardware complexity, while distributed architectures enable greater scalability for complex machine setups.
The SL8X Control Unit will also be presented at the Bauma fair in Munich this April at Stand A2/426.
“The SL8X is built to provide manufacturers with enhanced flexibility, performance, and safety. Whether for centralized or distributed system architectures, this control unit adapts to diverse applications, making machine design more efficient and future-proof,” says Jussi Rintamäki, product manager at Epec. “We’re excited to showcase the SL8X at Bauma and demonstrate how it can elevate machine control.”
Epec’s SL8X platform is designed for flexibility, featuring programmable safety controllers, CANopen safety responders, and Ethernet safety responders. This modularity ensures that the SL8X can be integrated into various safety-critical systems while offering extensive customization options for different machine applications.
To accelerate development and reduce prototyping costs, the SL8X platform includes a virtual version of the control unit in the Epec MultiTool Simulator. This enables faster iterations, automated testing, and streamlined machine design without the need for physical hardware.
Epec follows ISO/IEC 27001 standards, ensuring secure and reliable solutions for machine applications.
