Linear Transport Systems Take on Robotic Functions

Transform your production with Beckhoff’s XTS. No Cable Technology (NCT) turns movers into mobile robots with wireless power and data. Eliminate bottlenecks, reduce footprints, and achieve adaptive automation. The future of motion is here.
May 13, 2026

Modern manufacturing demands more than just moving parts from point A to point B. The latest advancements in Linear Transport Systems, specifically Beckhoff’s XTS with No Cable Technology (NCT), are blurring the lines between conveyance and robotics. By integrating wireless power and real-time data directly onto independent movers, these systems function as highly flexible, multi-robot platforms.

Key Benefits of the XTS System:

  • Intelligent Motion: Movers travel independently along modular tracks, allowing you to decouple processes and eliminate the "slowest station" bottleneck.
  • Wireless Functionality: NCT provides contactless power and data, enabling movers to carry grippers, sensors, and end-effectors without cumbersome cables.
  • Compact Efficiency: Replace bulky index tables and complex wiring with a streamlined, software-driven design that reduces machine footprints.
  • Rapid Implementation: Use integrated simulation tools to optimize throughput and test code before hardware arrives, significantly shortening time-to-market.