RFID Product Track and Trace

Mitsubishi / Balluff Solution

PLC: iQ Q series CPU + CC-Link Master + MES-IT Interface RFID: BIS M series (Balluff)
HMI: GT16
Mitsubishi Solutions

Enterprise Level Control Level Device Level/RFID

(Mitsubishi) (Balluff)
POW CPU 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

CC-Link (network)

Example Applications Overview

The application focuses on
principles used in the following
active tracking installations:
♦♦ Automotive Product Assembly
♦♦ Food & Drink Manufacturing
♦♦ Postal Package Handling
♦♦ Meat Packing
The combined RFID control solution from Mitsubishi Electric and Balluff
provides advanced data tracking and error proofing that maximizes quality
and increases the speed of production. The solution brings together
Balluff’s extensive background in RFID communications and Mitsubishi
Electric’s strong reputation in providing high performance control solutions.
CC-Link communication permits straightforward connection between the
Balluff RFID processors and the Mitsubishi CPU. As CC-Link is an open
network, the solution features simplified compatibility between multi-vendor
products, enabling the creation of powerful control topologies. Furthermore
track and trace data can be quickly expedited from the CPU to a central
database via the MES-IT interface.
 Features Advantages and Benefits
Mitsubishi - CC-Link Master Station:
• Open network • Improved compatibility between multi-vendor products
• Simplified wiring • Straightforward network setup
• Up to 64 connectable stations • High reliability track and trace data flow
• Deterministic Network

Balluff – Advanced RFID Processing Unit: • Solves logistics and assembly line applications requiring
• Simultaneous use of both read/write heads dynamic read/write capability
• RFID industry standard 13.56 MHz transmission • Provides high reliability solutions for palletized assembly,
frequency and complies with ISO 14443 closed loop logistics and storage and retrieval management

Mitsubishi – Pre-canned RFID Function block • User defined function blocks to reduce programming
(*Currently in development): Read / Write Function Block setup time and code replication

Mitsubishi – High performance CPUs:

• Multi-program support • Improved processing and handling of large-volume
production information, which is critical for traceability
• Built-in Ethernet

Mitsubishi – GX Works2 Flexible Programming: • Speeds up project commissioning

• Simple / Structured programming • Improved programming productivity and better
• Password protection program security

Mitsubishi – Improved Application Data Flow: Bi-directional • High application/plant transparency that creates lean
data communication from the production floor to enterprise IT solutions and minimized TCO
systems via MES-IT Interface • Dramatically reduced system architecture

Direct GT16 HMI Connection: • High reliability when exposed to harsh environments
• IP67F compliant found on manufacturing lines
• Customizable screen design • Creation of intuitive screen design for operator interface

Customer Testimonials

• “The Balluff Mitsubishi Electric RFID solution has made significant improvements in increasing the production line
speed on the engine assembly line.” Steve Tao, Project Engineer

500 Corporate Woods Parkway R72-10Z-SLSMKTG-001-* • Effective December, 2010

Vernon Hills, IL 60061 Specifications subject to change without notice.
(847) 478-2100 • www.MEAU.com © 2010, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.