Wieland Electric's podis CON: Power and Fieldbus in a Single Cable for Conveyor Systems
Wieland Electric's "podis CON" cabling system is designed specifically for automated conveyor belts, combining three-phase power and fieldbus in a single flat cable to save on costs and installation time .
Technical Features:
2.5 mm² flat cable combines power transmission and fieldbus communication
Connected to power and fieldbus via outlet boxes using piercing technology
New connections can be added along the cable using fixed and plug-type outlet boxes
Complementary System:
Wieland also offers "podis Drive" motor starters in three variants: direct-online, reversing, and inverter. Their modular electronics ease maintenance and minimize downtime .
This integrated cabling and control solution demonstrates the ongoing trend toward reducing installation complexity and material usage in industrial automation.
