What is Vertical Motion
More than a concept: an integrated vision of motion
Vertical Motion was created to clearly represent IPC’s evolution: from component supplier to technical partner for the development of complete motion systems.
The idea behind the concept is simple: the motion of a machine never depends on a single component. Instead, it comes from the correct integration of software, control, communication, drives, motors and mechanics. Vertical Motion summarizes exactly this logic, connecting all the elements that make up a modern motion control architecture.
Thanks to this approach, IPC is able to support machine builders, system integrators and OEMs in defining solutions that are more consistent, efficient and easy to integrate.
IPC’s role in the Vertical Motion concept
With Vertical Motion, IPC expresses a clear positioning: not merely as a component supplier, but as a technical partner capable of supporting customers in the development of complete motion architectures.
Every machine has specific requirements in terms of precision, dynamics, footprint, communication, integration and reliability. For this reason, the selection of individual components cannot be separated from the overall vision of the system. IPC’s value lies precisely in its ability to connect different motion technologies, helping customers identify the most consistent combination of control, drives, motors, actuators and mechanical components.
This approach is designed for machine builders, system integrators, OEMs and technical departments that develop automation systems and need expert support in defining their motion architecture. IPC supports customers during the application analysis, product selection and integration assessment phases, with the aim of simplifying machine development and improving the technical consistency of the final solution.
In this sense, Vertical Motion represents the way IPC interprets its role in today’s industrial automation market: a connection point between product, application expertise and system vision.
The structure of Vertical Motion
The following image summarizes the architecture of the Vertical Motion concept, highlighting the relationships between the different system levels: from software and control to actuation devices and mechanical components that transform commands into real motion.
Vertical Motion: how the ecosystem is structured
Software and interface
This includes programming, supervision and human-machine interaction tools, such as software environments, HMIs and industrial PCs. It is the starting point for system configuration, monitoring and management.
Control
At the heart of the architecture is the PLC/Motion Controller, which coordinates machine logic, manages communication and synchronizes the motion of the different axes.
Expansion and integration
Remote I/O, accessory modules and complementary devices make it possible to extend the architecture and adapt it to the actual requirements of the machine.
Drives
Drives and servo drives represent the level that transforms controller commands into dynamic performance, precision and motion management.
Motors and Actuators
This level includes stepper motors, servo motors, motors with integrated electronics, linear actuators, rotary actuators and specialist solutions for different application requirements.
Mechanics
The chain is completed by the components that physically transfer motion: planetary gearboxes, ball screws, linear systems and other mechanical elements.
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