Case Study: Cosma International achieves a fully connected, high-performance 64-axis washing machine chassis line with Rockwell Automation

Cosma Brings The Connected Enterprise to Life

Cosma International, an Italian machine builder serving the white goods and appliance industry, needed to develop a 64-axis washing machine chassis line with a 15-second cycle time and high precision. To meet this challenge, Cosma worked with Rockwell Automation using a connected control and visualization architecture for the new line.

Rockwell Automation implemented an integrated EtherNet/IP-based solution with Kinetix 5700 servo drives, MP-Series servo motors, PowerFlex 525 drives, ControlLogix and GuardLogix controllers, POINT I/O, Stratix switches, and Studio 5000 software. The result was a compact, scalable, and versatile line that simplified engineering, saved cabinet space, enabled direct IT connectivity and mobile operator access, and supported 24/7 remote assistance while helping the customer produce 240 washing machines per hour and 1,800 parts per daily shift.

Cosma International

Marco Moretti

Head of Software & Hardware Development