Kollmorgen Corp. has released the SMM 3.0 update for its SafeMotion Monitor (SMM) firmware. This upgrade expands functional safety support for linear motors and linear axes. Integrated into AKD2G servo drives and the Kollmorgen 2G Motion System, SMM 3.0 continues to work with all motors that feature any Hiperface DSL rotary-safe feedback system. It also allows the AKD2G drive to now support EnDat 2.2 safe feedback for high-performance safety in precision motion control. SMM 3.0 enables complete motion systems to achieve safety integrity level 3 (SIL 3) certification. While the AKD2G drive has maintained SIL 3 certification since launch, the addition of EnDat 2.2 safe feedback support now provides a complete, matched system capable of meeting this standard.
