SIMATIC S7-1200 G2: The smart choice for basic automation

There’s Nothing Basic About the Motion Control Capabilities of SIMATIC S7-1200 G2.

In today’s fast-paced industrial world, precision and flexibility in motion control are no longer optional — they’re essential. SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 redefines what’s possible for basic controllers, integrating advanced motion control functions across its entire portfolio. This powerful capability allows manufacturers across diverse industries to implement dynamic and precise motion applications without the need for additional hardware or engineering complexity.

From small operations to large-scale production environments, the S7-1200 G2 provides the perfect balance between performance, flexibility, and scalability. Here’s how it’s transforming motion control across key industries:

Aerospace: Precision Where It Matters Most

In the aerospace sector, reliability and precision are critical. The S7-1200 G2 ensures smooth, controlled motion for lift tables and rotary table operations — essential for safe, efficient assembly and maintenance processes. Whether positioning components with millimetre accuracy or synchronizing complex movements, it delivers performance that supports the high standards of this industry.

Packaging Industry: Efficiency at Every Stage

The packaging world is diverse and demanding, and the S7-1200 G2 is up to the challenge. Its advanced motion control simplifies and optimizes:

• Cleaning and inspection processes
• High-speed filling and closing operations
• Labelling machines for various packaging sizes
• PET processing and injection molding
• Form-fill-seal and fill-and-seal applications
• Molding, depositing, slicing, cutting, and portioning tasks
• Thermoforming and bag-filling processes
• Cartoner systems and complete end-of-line solutions
• Shrink wrapping, blister packaging, capsule filling, liquid filling, and tablet pressing

By enabling precise and synchronized movements, SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 ensures faster production, reduced waste, and consistently high product quality throughout complex packaging lines.

Intralogistics: Keeping Material Flow Smooth

In intralogistics, the ability to manage complex movements within limited spaces is essential. S7-1200 G2 powers:

• AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) track guidance
• Conveyor systems, both small-scale and complex sorting lines
• Electric monorail and shuttle systems
• Lifts, stacker cranes, and other vertical transport solutions

Its real-time motion capabilities keep material flows optimized and efficient, reducing delays and increasing throughput in warehouses and distribution centers.

Plastics Industry: Supporting Complex Forming Processes

Precision and consistency are key in plastics manufacturing. S7-1200 G2 enables:

• Blow molding with uniform wall thickness
• Extrusion processes with exact speed and pressure control
• Hydraulic process synchronization
• Injection molding cycles with tight timing requirements
• Pipe socket machines and thermoforming with flawless repetition and accuracy

This level of control supports higher-quality products and maximized machine utilization.

Solar: Tracking the Sun for Maximum Output

In the solar industry, every degree of accuracy translates to greater efficiency. SIMATIC S7-1200 G2’s motion control allows for advanced solar tracking systems that continually optimize panel positioning for maximum energy generation, even under changing weather conditions.

Textile Industry: Speed and Precision for Complex Patterns

The textile industry relies on coordinated motion control for:

• Printing machines delivering intricate designs
• Traverse and warping machines for fabric handling and preparation
• Complex, multi-axis synchronization across automated looms and finishing systems

With SIMATIC S7-1200 G2, manufacturers gain the flexibility to adjust parameters on the fly, ensuring optimal fabric quality and production efficiency.

SIMATIC S7-1200 G2’s integrated motion control isn’t just a feature; it’s a game changer. By combining precise, dynamic motion with simple configuration and scalability, it empowers industries to push the boundaries of what basic controllers can achieve. No matter the industry, the result is the same: improved productivity, reduced engineering effort, and motion control made effortless.

Contact us to learn how the S7-1200 G2 can enhance your industrial applications!