New servo drive technology for high power

One of the fastest drive-integrated PLCs on the market

Even more flexibility for automation systems: In the servo drives of the new b maXX 6000 range, the drive-integrated control unit b maXX drivePLC handles scalable control tasks up to high-performant synchronous multi-axis applications. This reduces the demand on, minimizes, and accordingly replaces central process loop control, since the drivePLC can also be used as EtherCAT Master to control additional servo converters. With minimal field bus cycle times of up to 250 µs, the integrated control unit is one of the fastest drive-integrated PLCs on the market.

Through digital inputs, the b maXX drivePLC reacts in real time to important events such as touch probes. The advantage: The control unit works with greater efficiency and safety, in particular in environments requiring fast response times.

In addition, the drive-integrated PLC also allows the implementation of smart applications in addition to movement control. The extremely fast interface between drivePLC and servo-controller (local axis) provides access to drive parameters such as voltage, current, power, torque, revolutions per minute, and position. Using their own control algorithms and IoT functionalities, engine manufacturers can thus offer their clients added value.

Completely new IoT solutions become possible using the analog high-speed inputs (no additional hardware required, minimum scanning time 1 μs). For example, a mechanical vibration sensor can be attached directly, so as to perform a vibration analysis directly in the drive system PLC.

This excellent connectivity enables the design of highly flexible and modular structures through interfaces such as OPC, UA, MQTT, EtherCAT, and Ethernet. The b maXX drivePLC is thus ideally set up for future requirements regarding automation or the Internet of Things.

Baumüller at SPS 2026

Under the motto “Invisible Power – flexibility for industrial excellence,” Baumüller is presenting itself this year at SPS 2026 as an enabler of process optimization and efficiency increases and as a provider of intelligent drive technology with extra functionalities. From November 24 to 26 in Nuremberg in Hall 1 at Booth 560, the drive specialist will showcase its solution expertise with flexible components and value-focused software, illustrated through various drive architectures and control topologies.

Scalability at every level

As an expert in complex, application-specific drive and automation solutions, Baumüller is not only a manufacturer but also a consultant for the selection and design of drive and automation solutions. In the area of control architecture, the high level of flexibility is evident in the fact that Baumüller can implement its motion control and monitoring functionalities as drive-integrated solutions via the decentralized control platforms softdrivePLC or drivePLC, so that any master controller can be used regardless of manufacturer. In the area of drive architectures, Baumüller offers a selection of high-performance power sections for line-up configurations as well as power modules and single axes for high power ranges, which enable optimal energy efficiency in the DC link.

As a motor manufacturer with a high level of in-house production depth for servo motors, three-phase synchronous motors, and torque motors, Baumüller is also presenting a motor modular system that offers an incomparable selection of frame sizes, power ratings, connector variants, different cooling methods, and various mechanical connection options.

In the software area, Baumüller will present its preprogrammed templates and libraries with motion and analysis functions at SPS 2026, which meet the requirements of highly synchronized applications.

With its broad range of engineering services, Baumüller provides process-oriented consulting using modern simulation technology to support the selection of the individually suitable drive system.

Baumüller with liquid-cooled motors at SPS 2026

The motor specialist Baumüller will present three new motor types at SPS 2026 and, with its extensive motor modular system, position itself as a highly adaptable drive partner. In Hall 1 at Booth 560, interested visitors can learn about the latest developments in servo motors, three-phase synchronous motors, and torque motors.

A special highlight is Baumüller’s information on the option of equipping its motors with liquid cooling. For its servo motors as well as its torque motors and main drives, Baumüller offers the possibility of increasing power density through cooling with water or oil.

Liquid cooling of electric motors is implemented either via channels in the stator or in a special jacket in the motor housing. Thanks to their high power density, liquid-cooled motors can often be designed smaller than air-cooled motors. This reduces the installation space on the one hand and, on the other, increases dynamics so that cycle times can be reduced. In addition, motors with this particularly efficient cooling method can be operated at high torques. Applications that require both high dynamics and high torque, such as machine tools, presses and forming technology, and injection molding machines, therefore benefit especially from this option.

The new motor series that Baumüller will present at SPS – the DSC2 servo motors for applications with high torque demand, the DST3 torque motors for example for servo presses and plastics machines, and the versatile DS4 main drives – are also available in liquid-cooled versions.

Boost your performance, reduce your footprint

The new b maXX 6000 servo controller generation stands for more performance and maximum scalability. The increase in performance is achieved for example through newly developed safety functionalities which were devised specifically for applications requiring especially dynamic and precise handling. In the new servo-controllers, the safety module is integrated directly into the device. This allows safety-relevant encoder signals to be analyzed at an even higher resolution. That way, speed and position precision can once again be significantly improved, helping reduce machine cycle times.

Numerous hardware and software options ensure maximum scalability, so that drives can be even better adapted to the requirements of the specific application. A large number of encoder, hardware, and safety options is available. For the hardware, the signal bus, service option, digital and analog I/Os, and brake connection can be selected, among other things. With regard to safety, different variations are available, from the simple hardware-controlled STO (Safe Torque-Off) through to higher safety functions actuated via FSoE (FailSafe over EtherCAT), all of which comply with the highest safety level.

Baumüller is also setting new standards for device dimensions: In addition to the space-saving side-by-side system (b maXX 6300), the mono units (b maXX 6500) are also significantly more compact. The installation volume is thus greatly reduced, enabling even smaller control cabinets.

But the servo can do a lot more: the drive can be used as a sensor/sensor hub and provides scalable IoT connectivity, for example as a cloud link through edge computing.

One of the fastest drive-integrated PLCs on the market

Even more flexibility for automation systems: In the servo drives of the new b maXX 6000 range, the drive-integrated control unit b maXX drivePLC handles scalable control tasks up to high-performant synchronous multi-axis applications. This reduces the demand on, minimizes, and accordingly replaces central process loop control, since the drivePLC can also be used as EtherCAT Master to control additional servo converters. With minimal field bus cycle times of up to 250 µs, the integrated control unit is one of the fastest drive-integrated PLCs on the market.

Through digital inputs, the b maXX drivePLC reacts in real time to important events such as touch probes. The advantage: The control unit works with greater efficiency and safety, in particular in environments requiring fast response times.

In addition, the drive-integrated PLC also allows the implementation of smart applications in addition to movement control. The extremely fast interface between drivePLC and servo-controller (local axis) provides access to drive parameters such as voltage, current, power, torque, revolutions per minute, and position. Using their own control algorithms and IoT functionalities, engine manufacturers can thus offer their clients added value.

Completely new IoT solutions become possible using the analog high-speed inputs (no additional hardware required, minimum scanning time 1 μs). For example, a mechanical vibration sensor can be attached directly, so as to perform a vibration analysis directly in the drive system PLC.

This excellent connectivity enables the design of highly flexible and modular structures through interfaces such as OPC, UA, MQTT, EtherCAT, and Ethernet. The b maXX drivePLC is thus ideally set up for future requirements regarding automation or the Internet of Things.

Baumüller at SPS 2026

Under the motto “Invisible Power – flexibility for industrial excellence,” Baumüller is presenting itself this year at SPS 2026 as an enabler of process optimization and efficiency increases and as a provider of intelligent drive technology with extra functionalities. From November 24 to 26 in Nuremberg in Hall 1 at Booth 560, the drive specialist will showcase its solution expertise with flexible components and value-focused software, illustrated through various drive architectures and control topologies.

Scalability at every level

As an expert in complex, application-specific drive and automation solutions, Baumüller is not only a manufacturer but also a consultant for the selection and design of drive and automation solutions. In the area of control architecture, the high level of flexibility is evident in the fact that Baumüller can implement its motion control and monitoring functionalities as drive-integrated solutions via the decentralized control platforms softdrivePLC or drivePLC, so that any master controller can be used regardless of manufacturer. In the area of drive architectures, Baumüller offers a selection of high-performance power sections for line-up configurations as well as power modules and single axes for high power ranges, which enable optimal energy efficiency in the DC link.

As a motor manufacturer with a high level of in-house production depth for servo motors, three-phase synchronous motors, and torque motors, Baumüller is also presenting a motor modular system that offers an incomparable selection of frame sizes, power ratings, connector variants, different cooling methods, and various mechanical connection options.

In the software area, Baumüller will present its preprogrammed templates and libraries with motion and analysis functions at SPS 2026, which meet the requirements of highly synchronized applications.

With its broad range of engineering services, Baumüller provides process-oriented consulting using modern simulation technology to support the selection of the individually suitable drive system.

Baumüller with liquid-cooled motors at SPS 2026

The motor specialist Baumüller will present three new motor types at SPS 2026 and, with its extensive motor modular system, position itself as a highly adaptable drive partner. In Hall 1 at Booth 560, interested visitors can learn about the latest developments in servo motors, three-phase synchronous motors, and torque motors.

A special highlight is Baumüller’s information on the option of equipping its motors with liquid cooling. For its servo motors as well as its torque motors and main drives, Baumüller offers the possibility of increasing power density through cooling with water or oil.

Liquid cooling of electric motors is implemented either via channels in the stator or in a special jacket in the motor housing. Thanks to their high power density, liquid-cooled motors can often be designed smaller than air-cooled motors. This reduces the installation space on the one hand and, on the other, increases dynamics so that cycle times can be reduced. In addition, motors with this particularly efficient cooling method can be operated at high torques. Applications that require both high dynamics and high torque, such as machine tools, presses and forming technology, and injection molding machines, therefore benefit especially from this option.

The new motor series that Baumüller will present at SPS – the DSC2 servo motors for applications with high torque demand, the DST3 torque motors for example for servo presses and plastics machines, and the versatile DS4 main drives – are also available in liquid-cooled versions.