Epec product catalogue 2017

total solution from one provider

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epec – supplier of the total solution

Extensive experience and know-how of mobile machines Epec has its own Project Service department that is able to

manage everything from a small scale projects to a complete

turnkey solutions. Our extensive experience and know-how of

mobile machines and special vehicles creates the foundation for

our ability to help machine manufacturers and partners to develop

the most innovative control systems and machinery, enabling end

users to maximize their productivity.

Our committed Customer Support department can assist in

technical questions or arrange trainings and consultations

according to the individual needs of the customers.

Our ambition is to free up our customers’ resources for their

own core business and create control systems in cooperation

with the customer. Our diverse experience is based on long term

cooperation with leading international machine manufacturers

in different sectors. The combination of innovative products

and services, a good technical department and extensive

project service and application experience in the design of

control systems for different types of machines and operating

environments makes Epec a sought after partner.

Total solution from one providerEpec is a solution provider specializing in intelligent control

systems and information systems for even the most demanding

conditions. We help our customers and partners to design and

manufacture efficient, safe and environmentally-friendly mobile

working machines and special vehicles.

Being a supplier of a total solution, we are committed to

the goals and success of our customers. Epec is constantly

developing new capabilities to increase customer value by

developing new innovative products, development tools,

software applications and support processes for our customers’

demanding needs and conditions.

For challenging conditions Epec offers a wide range of software development tools and

libraries to help system development engineers in programming,

configuring, adjusting and diagnosing the control system and its

application. Our ambition is to offer state-of-the-art tools for

high quality, usability and user experience in order to provide the

shortest control system development time in the market.

In addition to development tools and libraries, Epec now offers

industrial internet solutions. Epec GlobE® is our latest innovation

that enables remote management of machines anywhere around

the globe using a state-of-the-art cloud service. Epec is able to

offer a complete solution and take overall responsibility from

sensor to cloud, which can be considered as unique in the market.

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epec – supplier of the total solution

Epec remote management solutions now availableBuilt-in wireless communication interfaces of the Epec 6000

series brings industrial internet to mobile machinery.

Epec 6ooo series product family consist of high-performance,

rugged and easily configurable 7” and 12” touch screen displays

as well as a remote access unit specially designed for mobile

machinery. Combining modern computing, software and display

technology, Epec 6000 series products are an ideal solution for

the most demanding heavy duty applications like mining and

construction machines, material handling and lifting machines,

agricultural machines etc.

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High-performance Control and Display UnitsEmbedded Control Units and Displays are the foundation

of machine control systems. Each unit can act as an

independent control unit in smaller systems or as a part of

the total control system. They are compact multifunction

units, and have open I/O interfaces which makes it easy to

connect commonly used devices such as sensors, actuators

and joysticks.

The design and unique shape of the unit housing protects

the electronics inside effectively against most demanding

environmental conditions, such as cold, heat, vibration,

moisture, and impacts. Units can handle impacts up to 100G,

and are water and dust proof according to IP67. This, along

with the functional design of the unit housing, makes it

possible to install them almost anywhere in the machine as

the unit seldom requires any extra protection.

The type of each input is determined by the application

software, allowing for flexible use of the unit. The units are

PLCopen programmable which makes the programming

easy and convenient, shortening development time for new

systems. CODESYS programming tool provides an easy

graphical programming environment for developers to work

with.

Epec uses gold plated, heavy duty, AMPSEAL connectors,

which are convenient to handle, both in the factory and

during the field service. Each connector is color coded and

mechanically keyed to fit only to the correct, corresponding

place. The connector type is specially designed for wire

harness use.

Up to four CAN bus interfaces increase the possibilities

of connecting other control units and CAN devices with

the unit. With several CAN bus interfaces, these units are

also capable of working as a gateway between different

CAN buses. Epec CANopen®, SAE J1939 and ISOBUS

communication protocol implementations together with

Epec MultiTool configuration support makes it possible to

easily set-up communication with the most commonly used

devices used in the mobile machinery.

Epec 6000 series - powerful and rugged displays and a remote access unit designed for extreme environmentsEpec 6ooo series product family consists of high-performance,

rugged and easily configurable 7” and 12” displays as well as

a remote access unit specially designed for mobile machinery.

Combining modern computing, software and display technology,

Epec 6000 series products are an ideal solution for the most

demanding heavy duty applications like mining machines,

construction machines, forest machines etc. Fully enclosed

aluminum housing provides water and dust proof operation

according to IP66.

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All Epec 6000 series products can be equipped with versatile

wireless communication interfaces, which makes them ideal

products to connect mobile machinery to industrial internet

solutions, such as Epec GlobE.

codesys 3.5 programmable graphical user interface provides an opportunity to maximize machine usability

State-of-the-art CODESYS 3.5 programming environment gives

software developers unique benefits, such as an easy-to-use and

modern editor with versatile user interface design capabilities

using CODESYS 3.5 Target Visualization.

Together with our extensive set of application libraries and

MultiTool configuration tool we can offer customers a package

that significantly shortens the time-to-market by minimizing

the effort and maximizing the result of the system development

project. Epec 6000 series display units fulfil all the needs required

of a central operator interface for mobile machines.

epec 6000 series key characteristics• High CPU performance

• CODESYS 3.5 programmable

• Epec MultiTool support

• CAN, Ethernet, RS232 and USB interfaces

• CANopen and SAE J1939 communication

• Fully enclosed aluminum housing, IP66

epec 6100 remote access unitEpec 6100 Remote Access Unit is based on the high performance

6000 series product platform without the display panel. The

built-in 2G/3G/GPS/Glonass interface makes it an ideal gateway

to connect mobile machinery to the industrial internet when

there is no need for an on-board HMI. CODESYS 3.5 programming,

MultiTool configuration and built-in Epec GlobE support makes it

the most flexible and easy-to-use gateway product in the market.

product order code for epec 6100 remote access unit

e30d6100-21 (2g/3g/gps/glonass, 2 x ethernet)

epec 6000 series display units• Wide viewing angles (with In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology

in 7” display)

• Excellent sunlight readability

• High-end graphics

• Display backlight control

• Connectors for external button panel, user wheel or keyboard

• Two analog camera inputs

• Built-in Speaker or Buzzer

• Capasitive or resistive touch screen depending on the model

• Different panel mounting versions also available on request

product order codes for epec 6107 display unit

e30d6107-02 (2g/3g/gps/glonass, 2 x ethernet, 2 x

camera input)

e30d6107-02a (2g/3g/gps/glonass, global m2m sim to

connect epec globe, 2 x ethernet, 2 x camera input)

e30d6107-12 (2 x ethernet)

e30d6107-22 (2 x ethernet, 2 x camera input)

e30d6107-42 (panel mounting, 2 x ethernet, 2 x camera)

e30d6107-03 (panel mounting, 2g/3g/gps/glonass,

2 x ethernet, 2 x camera input)

e30d6107-03a (panel mounting,

2g/3g/gps/glonass, global m2m

sim to connect epec globe,

2 x ethernet, 2 x camera input)

e30d6107-62 (Wlan, 2 x ethernet)

e30d6100-62 (Wlan, 2 x ethernet)

product order codes for epec 6112 display unit

e30d6112-21 (2g/3g/gps/glonass, 2 x ethernet,

2 x camera input)

e30d6112-22 (2 x ethernet, 2 x camera input)

Built-in wireless communication interfaces brings industrial internet to mobile machinery

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Epec 6107 Display Unit

Epec 6100 Remote Access Unit

Epec 6112 Display Unit

Display size & resolution 7” 800 x 480 (WVGA) No display 12,1” 1024 x 768 (XGA)

Display brightness 800 nits No display 600 nits

Aspect ratio 16:9 No display 4:3

Touchscreen Resistive No touch Capacitive (PCAP)

Backlight/Lifetime LED/70.000 hrs No display LED/50.000 hrs

Processor ARM Cortex A9 Dual Core (800 MHz), 32-bit, internal Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

Operating system Linux

Programming CODESYS 3.5 + Epec MultiTool

Memory

Flash 4 Gbyte (8 Gbyte as an option)

RAM (DDR3) 1024 Mbyte

Non-volatile RAM 512 kbyte

CAN 2

RS-232 1

USB 2

Ethernet 10/100 2

Camera inputs (analog) 2 Optional 2

I/O interface 5 pins total

DO/DI 2

AI/DI 1

DI 2

5V REF output 1

Speaker X Not Available Not Available

Buzzer Not Available Not Available X

Ambient light sensor X Not Available Not Available

Radio connectivity

GSM/GPRS/EDGE Optional X/X/X Optional

UMTS/HSPA+ Optional X/X Optional

GNSS Optional GPS and GLONASS Optional

EPEC GlobE support Yes

Connectors

AMP 1 x AMP23

M12 2/3

SMA optional 2 optional

Nom. operating voltage 12/24 VDC

Full Operating range 8,4-36V 8,4-36 V 9,2-36V

Overvoltage protection 70 VDC continuous overvoltage

Operating temperature up to -30 ... +70C

IP Class IP66

Size 183 x 128 x 49,5 mm 182 x 138 x 43 mm 310 x 290 x 82 mm

Weight 1,1 kg 0,7 kg 2,7 kg

Mounting Panel/Pedestal Direct Panel/Pedestal

Future options WLAN

A new user interface brings a lot of new functionalities to the Orkel compactor

Capacity for a remote connection and camera feed from inside the machine

Editing parameters and settings, as well as initializing the process

Possibility to control single movements in, for example, fault situations

Sensor data for the follow-up of sequence statuses and fault diagnostics

Several programs as factory presets for di�erent materials,a possibility to make own adjustments and save them ascustom baling programs

Preparing of the compactor: 3 min

Resistive touch screen, good usability and flexible user interface design

Quick to use, intuitive control icons that overcome language barriers

Bright display panel (800 nits) and wide viewing angle = good readability in sunlight and from multiple operating positions

Connected to control units with CAN bus

With a control system from Epec, Norwegian Orkel AS highlights their excellence as a compactor manufacturer.

The control units and touch screens in Orkel’s new compactors – the Dens-X for the agricultural sector and the Hi-X for

the industrial sector – give the client a wide selection of pre-installed programs and an easy to use user interface that

overcomes language barriers. The new system does not require machine-specific knowledge for entering settings,

but the right settings are defined with the graphic user interface based on the materials to be baled.

Epec Control System Provides an Outstanding User Experience for Orkel Compactorswith a Clear and Easy to Use User Interface

– Because of the control system, the machine’s operator can control and adjust all functions of the compactor – material feed, compaction and wrapping. The operator can create customized settings in addition to the pre-defined programs that are set up at the factory. E.g. the operator may store one set of settings for baling wet material, and one for the material when dry. Using the compactor is efficient, and the operator spends less time preparing the machine for work at each new work location; when instead of a time consuming preparation stage, the machine’s settings are already optimized, describes Raine Röyskö from Epec.

For the user, the new control system materializes as a high quality and efficient Epec 6107 Display Unit touch

Epec control and display units used in the Dens-X Compactor:

• Epec3724ControlUnit

• Epec6107DisplayUnit

screen – the use of which is considerably simpler due to easy to read icons and an intuitive parameter layout. The readability of the screen remains good due to background lighting, even in direct sunlight. Also, because of a wide viewing angle, the user can tell what the currently active functions are while moving around the machine and looking at the screen from different angles.

A catalyst for cooperation was the open programmability and solutions designed for challenging conditionsThrough open programmability, Orkel is able to implement the system development with agile methods and maintain the system according to their clients’ needs.

– We like to offer our clients tailored solutions and develop our machines’ control systems to fit every special need. Epec’s flexible overall solution and software allows us to further develop the control system our self and provide even better usability and performance. Lastly, our new compactors are used in conditions where dirt, dust and small metal particles are daily life. Epec’s control systems suit the machines superbly, because they can withstand the most demanding operating environ-ments, Halvor Skråstad from Orkel AS applauds the cooperation.

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Wouldn’t it be nice

to check your fleet data from your oce laptop

or from your tablet at home?

What you need is Epec GlobE

A browser-based remote service that can be used for managing,

monitoring and logging machine and fleet data remotely.

Ever wonder how your machine fleet is doing

on the other side of the globe?

Built-in wireless communication interfaces of the Epec 6000 series

brings industrial internet to the mobile machinery

Set-up is easy with Epec MultiTool: just select the data for GlobE using MultiTool’s Remote Management view and set the intervals for how often the data is sent to GlobE.

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Epec GlobE remote management solution

Epec GlobE® is a remote management service for OEMs and

Machine/Fleet owners to remotely access the machine data.

GlobE backend service and Web portal are provided as a cloud

service which makes it flexible, reliable and cost effective. GlobE,

together with Epec 6000 series product family, offers machine

manufacturers an easy and affordable way to connect their

machines to the Industrial Internet.

Epec GlobE is the most easy to use remote management solution

in the industry. Being able to offer a total solution makes it

possible for Epec to take the overall responsibility of the system

from sensor to cloud and to the remote users.

Epec GlobE® is a registered trademark of Epec Oy.

Savetravelcostswithremotediagnosticsandsoftwareupdates

Increaseproductivitybyminimizingmachinedown-timewithfasterservice

Analyzethecollecteddatatopredictserviceneedsbeforetheyoccurandtoimprovemachinedesigninfutureupdates

Optimizeuseofresourcesontheworksitebyadjustingmachinesettingsandimprovingoperator´sworkingmethods

epec globe - a complete remote management package:

• Epec GlobE – cloud service

• Robust 6000 series products with build-in 2G/3G/GPS as well as a wide selection of high-performance control units for the entire control system

• Application libraries and software tools for easy integration to the control system

• Training and project services

• Support and maintenance

• Pre-installed global M2M SIM card

advanced features of epec globe helps maximize

the profit for oem and end customers

•Monitorandlogmachinedata

•Monitorandlogalarmsandevents

•Adjustmachinesettings

•Updatethecontrolsystemsoftware

•MonitorcontrolsystemI/Ointerface

•Machinetracking

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Epec 5050 Control UnitEpec 5050 Control Unit’s powerfull 32-bit microcontroller and

up to 3 Mbyte application size makes it ideal for the most

demanding applications that require plenty of I/O and high

performance.

3 x 35 pin heavy-duty AMPSEAL connectors provide an I/O

interface that includes, for example, 20 PWM outputs with

high-side current measurement and an extensive set of highly

configurable input pins for flexible connectivity for sensors.

Epec 5050 is equipped with a huge, ultra-fast 512 kbyte MRAM

which is a perfect solution for fast and continuous saving of

information that needs to be retained over long power outages.

Four CAN interfaces and Ethernet interface makes 5050 an ideal

product to be used as a master controller in a CAN network.

CODESYS 3.5 programming together with Epec MultiTool and an

extensive set of Epec application libraries offer system developers

unique advantages and reduces the time-to-market significantly.

5050 is also available as a CODESYS 2.3 programmable version.

epec product order codes for epec 5050 control unit

codesys 2.3 versions

1 mbyte/4 mbyte ram version e30b5050-02

3 mbyte/8 mbyte ram version e30b5050-82

codesys 3.5 versions

1 mbyte/4 mbyte ram version e30d5050-02

3 mbyte/8 mbyte ram version e30d5050-82

Epec 3606 Control Unit Epec 3606 Control Unit is an extremely compact, yet powerful

and robust multifunction controller. Versatile I/O interface

together with optional 2nd CAN interface makes it suitable for

many different kind of applications from stand-alone gateway

unit to large distributed systems.

One of the CAN interfaces is equipped with double pins, which

makes cabling easier since there is no need for branches in

the wire harness.

Innovative zink/plastic housing with integrated 35 pin AMPSEAL

connector has been widely tested against different environmental

conditions and three point fixing enables mounting also to

irregular surfaces.

This compact controller has a total number of 21 I/O pins,

including digital and analog inputs, pulse inputs, PWM outputs

and current feedback inputs.

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product order codes for epec 3606 control unit

1 x can/fb 1 a version e30b3606-01




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Epec 4602 Control Unit Epec 4602 Control Unit is capable of controlling 10 hydraulic

blocks simultaneously by using 20 PWM outputs and 10 feedback

pins. It’s 30A total current sourcing capability, also in extreme

temperatures, ensures that you can rely on your machine not to

lose it’s performance in any situation.

Robust aluminum/plastic housing with three integrated 35 pin

AMPSEAL connectors provide 68 I/O pins in total. Versatile and

highly configurable I/O interface makes the unit compatible to

most machinery needs.

4602 offers 2 CAN interfaces, one of them with double pins,

which makes cabling easier since there is no need for branches in

the wire harness.

product order codes for 4602 control unit

basic version e30b4602-01

14 x ai/di types 0-5v/0-22ma version e30b4602-10

• Innovative, powerful and high quality multifunction controllers for various customer needs.

• IP67 housing designed to be used in most demanding operating environments, to withstand high mechanical shocks and vibration, extreme temperatures from -40 to +85°C and different chemicals.

• Vibration & shocks up to 100 G.

• Tested to comply with strict EMC standards, including a type approval according to the automotive EMC directive.

• Two color diagnostic LED for quick status check and fault detection.

• CODESYS programming with Epec MultiTool for fast and easy system development.

Epec 5050, 3606 and 4602 Control Units´ key characteristics:

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Epec 5050 Control Unit



Epec 3720 Con-trol Unit


Processor 32-bit 128MHz

16/32- bit 100 MHz

Application size 1 or 3 MByte 768 kByte

CODESYS version 2.3 or 3.5 2.3

Memory

Flash 8 MByte 1.6 MByte

RAM 4 or 8 MByte 112 kByte 1024 kByte 112 kByte

Non-volatile memory MRAM 512 kByte

FRAM 8 kByte

FRAM 2 kByte

CAN interfaces 4 2 1 or 2

Programming interface Ethernet/CAN CAN

I/O pins total 65 68 52 59 21

DI/PI 22 14 8 5

AI/DI 11 20 8 6 4

PWM/D0/DI (sourcing) 8 20 24 8

PWM/DO/DI (sourcing) (high side current measurement)

20

NA

DO/DI (sinking) 4 4 NA NA

AI/FB NA 10 4 10 x 2 4

DI NA NA 4 1 NA

Nominal operating voltage 12/24 V

Full operating voltage range 8,3…36 V 8,5…33 V

Ref voltage outputs 5V, 10 V 5 V 5V, 12 V 5V


Connectors 3 x AMP35 3 x AMP23 + 1 AMP8 1 x AMP35

Operating temperature -40…+85 C

Protection class IP67

Size 224,8 x 148,5 x 50 mm 147 x 113 x 46 mm 138x108x44 mm


sae j1939 e17 100g

Epec 2024 Control Unit GL approval

All Epec control system products are designed and manufactured

according to strict standards, and are certified for automotive use

according to e17. In addition, Epec 2024 Control Unit is also

available as GL approved (Germanischer Lloyd) version, which

makes the unit ideal to be used on ships and vessels.

product order code e30b2024-10gl

sae j1939 e17 100g

Epec 3724 and 3720 Control Units Epec 3724 and 3720 Control Units provide the benefits of the

efficient 16/32-bit microcontroller and the optimal I/O interface

that is proven in several applications over the years. This makes

the products real multipurpose controllers for most control

systems.

Differences between these two products are in the I/O interface.

3724 is a more general purpose controller with a high amount

of both input and output pins, as the I/O interface of the 3720

Control Unit is specially optimized for controlling hydraulic

actuators, as it has a vast number of proportional (PWM) outputs

together with current measuring feedback pins.

Epec 3724 and 3720 Control Units´ I/O interface is fully

compatible with previous 2024 and 2020 products. These are

ideal products for upgrading existing machines with the latest

electronics and software technology without the need to re-

design the wire harnesses.

Also, the rugged full aluminum housing and connector interface

of 3724/3720 is based on the same proven-in-use design of

2024/2020 which makes it easy to mount units to the same

locations in existing machines.

key characteristics:

•Modernandpowerfulcontrollerintheproven-in-usefull

aluminum housing

•1024kbyteRAMmemoryforapplicationvariables

•Non-volatileFRAMmemoryforapplicationparameters

•PLCopenapplicationsizeupto768kbyte

•Temperaturerangeupto+85°C

product order codes for epec 3724 control unit

fb 1 a version e30b3724-01

(analog inputs are pulled up and doWn)


(analog inputs 41k/+2.5v)


(analog inputs 2k2/5v for pt1000)


(analog inputs are pulled up and doWn)

product order code for epec 3720 control unit

e30b3720-01

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Epec 3720 Con-trol Unit


Processor 32-bit 128MHz

16/32- bit 100 MHz

Application size 1 or 3 MByte 768 kByte

CODESYS version 2.3 or 3.5 2.3

Memory

Flash 8 MByte 1.6 MByte

RAM 4 or 8 MByte 112 kByte 1024 kByte 112 kByte

Non-volatile memory MRAM 512 kByte

FRAM 8 kByte

FRAM 2 kByte

CAN interfaces 4 2 1 or 2

Programming interface Ethernet/CAN CAN

I/O pins total 65 68 52 59 21

DI/PI 22 14 8 5

AI/DI 11 20 8 6 4

PWM/D0/DI (sourcing) 8 20 24 8

PWM/DO/DI (sourcing) (high side current measurement)

20

NA

DO/DI (sinking) 4 4 NA NA

AI/FB NA 10 4 10 x 2 4

DI NA NA 4 1 NA

Nominal operating voltage 12/24 V

Full operating voltage range 8,3…36 V 8,5…33 V

Ref voltage outputs 5V, 10 V 5 V 5V, 12 V 5V


Connectors 3 x AMP35 3 x AMP23 + 1 AMP8 1 x AMP35

Operating temperature -40…+85 C

Protection class IP67

Size 224,8 x 148,5 x 50 mm 147 x 113 x 46 mm 138x108x44 mm


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Technical specifications of Epec 5050, 4602, 3724, 3720 and 3606 Control Units

The PC software and application libraries developed by Epec make it considerably easier to implement CODESYS-based control systems.

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EpEc softwarE productsFrom the engineering viewpoint of a control system, it is not enough to only have the

sufficient hardware for the physical implementation of a system, in modern control

systems software plays a key role. Epec provides software tools and an extensive set

of application libraries in order to help developers improve their overall productivity.

Epec software tools help system engineers in programming, configuring, adjusting and

diagnosing the control system and its application.

MultiTool helps developers concentrate on functionalityEpec MultiTool is a system design and configuration tool that

helps developers concentrate on functionality while hiding the

inherent complexity of programmable devices.

Configurations made with MultiTool’s intuitive user interface

are generated into a code template. The otherwise slow and

error prone steps, such as CAN protocol initializations, are

automatically done by MultiTool. In addition, MultiTool speeds up

the start of making the actual customer application with machine

functionalities. The customer application is implemented on top

of the code template using CODESYS IEC 61131-3 programming

languages.

Epec MultiTool provides easy-to-use interfaces to select preferred

programmable control units to the system and create CANopen

object dictionaries (ODs) as well as I/O configurations for these

devices. Furthermore, third party CANopen devices, such as

sensors, are easily added to the control system by importing EDS

(Electronic Data Sheet) or DCF (Device Configuration File) files

from the device manufacturer to the MultiTool project.

In order to enable system developers to select the most suitable

tools for testing and analysing the control system, MultiTool

generates CAN databases to export CAN data structures for

diagnostics/analyzing tools such as Epec CANmoon. File format

is commonly used in the market, which makes it possible to

utilize the feature also with third party analysing tools. This

makes it easy to test, verify and optimize the control system’s

performance.

During its 10 years of history, MultiTool has gained a reputation

among our customers as the easiest, most efficient and intuitive

way to design and configure control systems. MultiTool has gone

through a huge transformation over the past year. The latest

Multiltool, the fifth generation, is a totally re-designed tool

with new unseen features and improvements to usability and

productivity. One of the new features is a configuration of GlobE,

Epec’s new remote management solution.

MultiTool supports CODESYS versions 2.3 and/or 3.5 depending

on the control units used in the system.

some of the key features of multitool:

• Manage the whole control system in one project

• Fast configuration of CANopen communication with easy to

use graphical user interface

• Automated SAE J1939 communication using standard

predefined PGNs

• Simple to use configuration of I/O interface

• Many diagnostic features built-in and automatically included

in the code template

• Easy setup of communication with Epec GlobE remote

management solution

• Library Manager ensures that you have the correct libraries in

your project

• Create Your CODESYS project with full CAN communication,

I/O and diagnostic features already built in the code

template – All with just one click of your mouse!

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Epec ´s main focus with the ISOBUS solution is on the implement

control systems’ and implement ECU’s functionalities. We are

offering a complete package for implement control system

development. Epec’s ISOBUS solution consists of the following

products:

• Epec ISOBUS and SAE J1939 libraries to enable the ISOBUS

communication between implement and tractor.

• Epec MultiTool for easy configuration of the implement

control system including the ISOBUS communication.

• Software to create and download VT object pool binary

together with CODESYS application to ECUs.

• Implement ECUs. Product versions, compliant with ISOBUS

protocol, available in Epec 3000/4000 series.

epec isobus library

The following ISO 11783 standard functionalities are implemented

in Epec ISOBUS library:

• ISO 11783-3 Datalink layer,

• ISO 11783-5 Network management, (*)

• ISO 11783-6 Virtual terminal, (VT client **)

• ISO 11783-7 Implement messages application layer, (***)

• ISO 11783-10 Task controller, (TC client)

ISO 11783-12 Diagnostics services (*)

* mandatory requirements,

** VT versions 2, 3 and 4,

*** Excluding Tractor control commands

Epec control system products are well known in the mobile

machinery markets for being reliable, flexible, high-performance

and easy-to-use. By providing the total ISOBUS compatible

control system solution for agriculture implement manufacturers,

we can ensure that all the pieces work seamlessly together, which

makes the Epec solution the easiest-to-use in the market. With

the new ISOBUS solution, Epec will set a new standard for the

agricultural machinery industry.

Epec ISOBUS Library – the first ISOBUS stack implemented entirely as a PLCopen library with CODESYS

ISOBUS is the commonly used term for the J1939-based ISO standard 11783 which describes CAN-based higher

level communication protocols used in mobile machinery in the agricultural sector. The purpose of ISOBUS is

to guarantee interoperability between tractors and implements from different manufacturers and enable the

use of the same HMI device known as Virtual Terminal for all implements. A typical ISOBUS system consists of

Virtual Terminal (VT), Task Controller (TC), Tractor ECU (TECU) and Implement ECU (I-ECU).

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CANmoon configuration and diagnostics tool

CANmoon is a powerful CANopen based software tool. It can be

used to configure, monitor and diagnose nodes on CAN bus. It can

also be used for downloading applications to Epec control units,

and updating their firmware.

With CANmoon, CAN messages can be logged and saved to

files for offline diagnostics, for example, when it is not possible

to go onsite personally. Log file format is commonly used and

compatible with third party analysing tools to enable flexible

interoperability between different tools. With CANmoon it is

also possible to play the saved CAN log data back to CAN bus.

This playback feature, together with the possibility to define and

send CAN messages to the bus and the possibility to use Python

scripting makes CANmoon a powerful simulation and testing tool.

It is possible to, for example, create automatic test sequences or

simulate CAN devices like sensors or remote controllers without

the actual hardware present.

Support for CAN databases, makes it convenient to monitor and

debug control system specific CAN messages. Instead of complex

hexadecimal format, the data is automatically interpreted and

shown in decimal values together with meaningful variable

names. CAN database can be generated, for example, from Epec

MultiTool.

CANmoon also includes an interpreter for CANopen messages

such as NMT, SDO and PDO. The CANopen messages are

interpreted from hexadecimal format to descriptive texts and/or

decimal values according to CANopen standard.

CANmoon works seamlessly with Epec MultiTool to maximize the

productivity in control system project development. For example,

control system parameters can be exported from MultiTool to

a file which can then be imported to CANmoon. Based on this

file, CANmoon generates an easy to use graphical interface for

adjusting machine parameters, such as calibration values, alarm

limits, etc.

It is possible to customize CANmoon for any use. By a simple,

yet versatile Python scripting language, it is possible to expand

CANmoon functionality and even change the whole user interface

of CANmoon. Creating a customized software download tool or

service tool for a PC has never been easier!

CANmoon is easy to use with just basic computer skills, and

it works with any computer running Microsoft Windows 7 or 8

operating systems. It supports the most commonly used CAN

adapters in the market.

CANmoon is available to our customers free of charge from Epec

extranet.

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Libraries to make the job easierEpec provides an extensive selection of CODESYS

libraries. With these libraries, software development

time is decreased significantly.

All Epec libraries have been built to work seamlessly

together. The libraries have also been built from

smaller building blocks, so developers can use

the same building blocks to make their own

functionality.

Epec libraries include ready to use blocks for

commonly used sensors and actuators, such as

voltage, current and resistive sensors, encoders,

joysticks, proportional valves, etc., connected to

either control unit I/O or CAN interface. These library

blocks include built in diagnostics for commonly

encountered faults in electronic control systems,

such as broken wires, short circuits, broken sensors

and actuators.

Epec also provides library implementations of

different CAN protocols. Epec CANopen and

SAE J1939 libraries are both known for their high

performance level, reliability and flexibility. Both

protocols can handle high busloads with little or no

effect on program cycle time. The latest addition

to Epec protocol libraries is ISO 11783, commonly

referred to as ISOBUS, which widens Epec control

unit offering to agriculture implements.

EpEc librariEs providE, for ExamplE, solutions

to thE following functionalitiEs:

• Communication protocols, CANopen, SAE J1939

& ISO 11783

• Diagnostics for digital outputs

• CANopen network management

• Controlling and diagnostics for proportional

valves

• Diagnostics and calibration for most commonly

used sensor types

• Diagnostics and calibration for different types

of joysticks and pedals

• Different kinds of filtering and conversion

functions

• Event/Error handling and logging

• Solutions for updating applications and

adjusting parameters with CODESYS

programmable HMI.

All Epec libraries have passed our thorough testing

and have been used in various applications over

the years. Epec Programming and Libraries Manual

provides useful information for developers,

including programming examples. The manual

is easily accessible from CODESYS help, while

programming Epec units. Epec Libraries and

Programming Manual is also available from Epec

extranet.

Epec is committed to further develop software tools

and libraries based on customer needs. All Epec

libraries are available for CODESYS versions 2.3 and

3.5. Libraries and MultiTool tool are available to our

customers free of charge from Epec extranet as an

installation package called Epec SDK.

Epec SDK for easy installation and configuration managementEpec releases and distributes its tools, libraries and manuals needed

for programming as a release and installation package called Epec SDK

(Software Development Kit). SDK is an easy to use installer that installs

all needed components ready for use. It includes Epec MultiTool, Epec

application libraries, Programming and Libraries Manual, CAN adapter

drivers and target/device description files for all Epec units. This way we

can ensure that the customer always has the correct tools and library set

installed, which are compatible with each other.

For further information about Epec software tools and libraries, please

contact [email protected]

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accEssoriEs for control units and displays

3510 measuring adapter for amp 35 pin connector

The measuring Adapter can be used for testing the cabling and

measuring the signals between the control unit and the machine,

for example, to locate a malfunction in the system.

product order code e3003510

measuring adapter for amp 23 pin connector


shock cover for epec 3700 and 2000 series control units

All Epec control units are designed to endure very difficult

environmental conditions. When the control unit is mounted in

such a place where it might get impacts from dropping items,

someone stepping on it, or where it is exposed to possible water

spray, a special shock cover is used to protect connectors and wire

attachment points. The shock cover is mounted on the control

unit by using two special M6 bolts. The cover does not increase

IP classification, etc. of the product, but prevents any direct hits

on connectors. A special wire bracket is typically mounted under

the control unit. Bolts are tightened to attach the bracket and the

control unit to their places and the shock cover is mounted on top

of them for extra protection.

product order code for shock cover e30c02192

(including Wire mounting bracket and mounting bolts)

amp gold plated connector pins

AMP connector pins, manufactured by TE Connectivity, are used

in AMP plugs connected with Epec control unit connectors.

Each connector pin can be used with currents up to 17 amperes.

An AMP hand crimping tool is used to crimp connectors with

wires (AMP Procrimper 58529-1). Connector pins are available

separately or in manufacturer’s packages with 1000 pcs/package.

amp product code 770854-3

epec product order code kx0010

3500 can adapter box

This easy to use connector cable is for system developers. It

provides a connection for both CAN1 and CAN2 via AMP8 and

Dsub9 connectors. 3500 CAN Adapter box is used to connect

power supply to control units and displays, and to connect a CAN

bus adapter from a PC to a CAN network.

Plugs of a power supply and Dsub9 connector of a CAN card are

connected with the adapter, and the AMP8 is connected with a

control unit’s or display’s AMP8 connector.

epec product order code e3003500

3509 can adapter box

This easy to use connector adapter is meant for system

developers. It provides a connection for CAN1, CAN2, CAN3 and

CAN4 via AMP35 and Dsub9 connectors. 3509 CAN Adapter box

is used for connecting the power supply to control units, and to

connect a PC’s CAN bus adapter to a CAN network or vice versa.

RJ45 connectors enable connecting to the system via Ethernet.

There is also a switch for each CAN, to connect or disconnect the

terminal resistor.


connEctors for EpEc control products

Epecusessealed,heavydutyconnectorswithallembeddedcontrol

unitsanddisplays.Theseconnectorsensurethehighestpossible

protectionagainstmoistureanddust.Theyarealsoverysuitable

forusingwireharnesses.

Eachconnectorpartisgoldplatedtoensureenduranceagainst

corrosiveenvironment.Connectorsarefullysealedagainstwater

anddust(IP67).

usb cable & panel mounting adapter for 6000 series, 2m


poWer supply & can cable for 6000 series, 2m (amp23-

amp8 + 17 flying leads)


camera (brigade be-800c)

product order code kh0038

camera cable 30m for brigade

(m12 fem-mini-din4 fem)

product order code kW0201

camera y- splitter cable 1m for brigade

(m12 fem- 2x m12 male)


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Accessories for Epec display productssmall mounting pedestal for 6107 display unit


ethernet y-splitter cable 0,8 m


ethernet cable 3 m


m12 plug cover for male connector

product order code kx0423

m12 plug cover for female connector

product order code x0058261

gsm umts/gps glonass combination antenna for 6000

series units

product order code ky0035

user Wheel

Display applications can be operated with an external User

Wheel which is connected to the display I/O pins with an AMP23

connector. This User Wheel makes display operation very fast

and easy. With a 360 degree rotating wheel, one is able to scroll

through buttons and parameter values. Two selection buttons

make the user interface buttons and fields easy to operate.


Epec’scontrolunitsandtouchscreenrenewthecontrolpracticesofFinnishTume-Agri Oy’sseeders.Insteadofoldmechanicalcontrols,Tume-Agri’snewseeder–Draco–hasinformationflowingbetweenEpec’scontrolunits,touchscreen,andelectroniccontrolsfromthetractortotheseederthroughaCANbus.Theoperatorcanmodifythemachine’smostimportantfeatureswithaneasytoreadtouchscreenandfollowtheprogressoftheseedingwithlivecamerafeedshownonthescreen.

Epec’s Control Units Renew the Control of Tume-Agri Seeders

Epec control and display units used in the Draco seeder:

• 2xEpec3606Controlunit

• Epec6107DisplayUnit

– Epec’s control system elevates the seeder’s usability to the top. On a single screen the operator can view the machine’s operating system and follow live camera feed of the seeding process transmitting from cameras located at the back and both sides of the machine. Previously, doing the same thing required two different displays, which meant an investment of over 2000 euros, describes Tume-Agri Development Manager Heikki Sola.

The new control system has enabled the machine to have an added feature alongside already existing ones – an option to use only half of the machine.

– With a push of a button, the operator can choose whether the 4 meter wide machine sows at only a width of 2 meters, to the machine’s left or right side. For example, at the end of a field, using only half of the sowing width provides a clear benefit in terms of cost savings and environmental savings, because the area to be fertilized is optimized correctly, Sola continues

Cooperation with Epec has opened up new development possibilitiesFor Tume-Agri, partnership with Epec has offered a chance to respond to the develop-ment pressures brought on by the Internet of Things.

– Already, the agricultural machinery requires diverse electronic management. In the future, they must be flexibly adjustable in terms of different development needs. Epec’s know-how of producing scalable control systems and control devices for demanding circumstances assured us, acknowledges Sola.

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Epec’s Control Units Renew the Control of Tume-Agri Seeders

Skaala Windows and Doors Ltd,afamilystartedbusinessandoneofthelargestNordiccompaniesspecializinginwindow,doorandglasssolutions,bringstothemarket,aninnovativeairventilationsystem,combiningenergyefficientwindowswithanintelligentmethodofairventilationandheatrecovery.TheAlfacLeansolutionhasindividualremotecontrolunits,developedbyEpecOy,embeddedinwindowframestocontrolairventilation.

Skaala Alfa cLean - Intelligent windows that produce fresh indoor air will revolutionize the window and ventilation markets

Alfa cLean windows are designed especially for renovation

locations, where indoor air and energy efficiency needs to be

improved. Intelligent Alfa cLean windows offer a complete

solution by exploiting the beneficial features of an energy

efficient window, while ensuring better indoor air.

The integrated air ventilation system is installed during window

renovation, is not space consuming and does not require further

renovations to the building structure itself.

the neW alfa clean WindoWs With integrated epec

control systems alloW to save over 70 % When

exhausting the indoor air and heat

The intelligent system embedded in the frames keeps the indoor

air clean independently and stores heat from the exhaust air

with over 70 % efficiency. Additionally, the system is constantly

measuring the apartment’s carbon dioxide content, humidity and

temperature, allowing the indoor air to always remain fresh and

healthy.

– The control unit we developed for Alfa cLean windows

monitors the functionality of the ventilation equipment, sets

the fan speeds and monitors the functionality of the filters. For

example, when there are a lot of people in the room and the room

temperature and carbon dioxide content rise, the ventilation

is automatically increased, describes Epec Area Sales Manager

Hannu Sippola.

For Skaala, a company that operates in both domestic and

international markets, it is important that the data, which the

windows collects from their surroundings is collected to a cloud

computing service. This allows the maintenance company to see

the condition of the filters, as well as locate and identify any

faults right away.

– For us as a window manufacturer, managing a big amount of

intelligent windows would not be possible in the future without a

cloud computing service. This way, we are able to make updates

to the system directly from the factory, explains Skaala Windows

and Doors Ltd project manager Petri Hänninen.

-Wewereabletotrust

Epecintheproductization

stageofthisinnovation,

becausetheircontrol

systemsworkgloballyunder

demandingcircumstances

–circumstanceswhere

technologyisnot

allowedtofail.

”

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head office

china office

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Epec has a strong position as a designer

and manufacturer of control systems

for mobile machines, as well as

electronics and software for challenging

conditions. Epec´s main customers

include global machine and utility vehicle

manufacturers. In addition to a strong

share in the domestic market, Epec

products are widely exported to Europe,

the Far East, Russia, USA and Canada.

Our partners in different countries

operate as Epec product distributors

and are specialized in offering total

control system solutions for machine

manufacturers in their home markets.

Want to see Your company on our

distributor list? Contact us. We’re actively

searching for new partners.

Epec is actively expanding its partner

network. Today, Epec’s retailer network

covers European, Asian, American and

Australian markets.

Increased market coverage and operations

in different market segments and areas

will continue to be one of Epec’s main

targets in the coming years.

australia

comEt tEch

phonE: +61 41 6828454

www.comEt-tEch.com.au

canada

cErtifiEd powEr inc.

phonE: +1 847 573 3800

www.cErtifiEdpowEr.com

EpEc partnErs all around thE world

Want to see Your company on our distributor list?

Contact us. We’re actively searching for new partners

head office

china office

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china

jiangsu jari tEchnology group

corporation

phonE: +86 138 5129 0202

www.jari.cn

shanghai pal-fin automatic

control tEchnology co., ltd

phonE: +86 21 5031 0625

www.pal-fin.com

italy

tritEcnica s.p.a.

phonE: . +39 02 54194 52

www.tritEcnica.it

netherlands

bram EnginEErs b.v.

phonE: +31 10 283 9747

www.bram-EnginEErs.nl

russia

ooo pillor-Evac, pvs group

phonE: +7 813 6132315

www.pillor.ru

sWeden

ElEctrum automation ab

phonE: +46 90 184550

www.ElEctrumab.sE

south korea

das

phonE: +82 31 356 3541

www.das-co.com

usa

cErtifiEd powEr inc.

phonE: +1 847 573 3800

www.cErtifiEdpowEr.com

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