Customer expectations for modern production equipment are continuously increasing. Manufacturers demand maximum uptime and trouble-free operation over many years. At Fill, meeting these requirements begins with the careful selection of every component used in its machines and systems. The company consistently works with partners whose quality standards align with its own. This was one of the key reasons why Fill selected pre-assembled servo cabling solutions from LAPP Harnessing Solutions. As one of the world’s leading providers of cable and connection technology, LAPP supports customers with cable, assembly, and system solutions for a wide range of industrial applications.
Meeting OEM Requirements as the Foundation for Successful Projects
The partnership between Fill and LAPP Austria has been established for many years. An important milestone in further strengthening the collaboration emerged during discussions at the SMART Automation trade fair. While exchanging views on current challenges in mechanical engineering, the idea arose to implement OEM-compliant servo cables as a standardized solution for large-scale machine projects.
From the outset, the focus was on combining technical requirements with efficient project execution. The cable solutions needed to meet specific OEM standards while simultaneously fulfilling the demands of sophisticated machine and system concepts.
“OEM-compliant cable assemblies are a critical factor in ensuring safety and seamless integration into existing systems, particularly in complex drive applications,” explains Johannes Greifeneder, Strategic Purchasing Manager at Fill Gesellschaft m.b.H.
For Fill, the rapid clarification of technical requirements was particularly important. Working closely with LAPP’s experts, specifications were reviewed and implemented within a short timeframe. The close coordination and fast quotation process also enabled the solutions to be integrated into ongoing projects without delay.
“LAPP was able to provide both the exact configuration we required and consistently high quality. Both factors were key criteria in our selection process,” Greifeneder adds.
Ready-to-Install Solutions for Efficient Manufacturing
Every cable assembly is manufactured according to specifications defined by Fill. Cable type, connector configuration, length, and all additional technical requirements are precisely determined before production begins. The result is a customized solution tailored to the specific application and ready for direct integration into the respective machine.
A key advantage lies in the standardized manufacturing and quality assurance process.
“Every single assembly undergoes comprehensive electrical testing before delivery,” explains Enrico Schön, Sales Director at LAPP Austria. “These ready-to-install solutions have demonstrated their value across numerous projects and have become an integral part of Fill’s value chain.”
Reduced Assembly Effort, Increased Operational Reliability
The benefits of pre-assembled cables become particularly evident during machine installation. In-house cable assembly typically involves multiple individual work steps, whereas ready-to-install cables can be fitted directly into the machine. Processes such as stripping conductors, crimping contacts, pressing connections, and mounting connectors are no longer required.
“By using pre-assembled cables, we significantly reduce installation effort and eliminate potential sources of error. At the same time, we gain additional confidence during commissioning and operation, supporting a smooth and efficient installation process,” says Daniel Schmid, Team Leader Electrical Design Engineering at Fill.
Reliable Connectivity for Demanding Applications
Machine operating environments are often highly demanding. Dynamic drag chain applications, robotic systems, vibration-intensive areas, and harsh industrial conditions place stringent requirements on connection technology.
Under these circumstances, dependable and repeatable performance is essential. Ready-to-install servo cables offer the advantage of ensuring consistent product characteristics and assembly quality throughout the entire process.
The performance of connection technology also plays a crucial role in sensitive signal transmission applications such as fieldbus systems, encoder technology, and measurement systems. Compared to pure power transmission, these applications are far more susceptible to interference and therefore require exceptional signal integrity. Even minor transmission errors can affect the reliability and performance of an entire system.
Standardized and thoroughly tested cable assemblies therefore make a significant contribution to stable, interference-free operation.
Greater Planning Reliability Across the Entire Value Chain
The advantages of pre-assembled cable solutions extend far beyond the installation phase. Significant efficiency gains can also be achieved in upstream processes.
“Since LAPP handles the assembly process, we no longer need to stock numerous individual components such as crimp contacts, connector housings, or specialized tools. This simplifies both materials management and project planning,” explains Schmid.
Outsourcing cable assembly additionally streamlines internal workflows and reduces administrative effort. Further benefits arise during commissioning, service, and maintenance activities. Because manufacturing and assembly-related defects can largely be eliminated, cables and connectors can often be ruled out as potential causes during troubleshooting at an early stage. This accelerates diagnostics and reduces service effort.
For companies like Fill, this translates into greater planning reliability throughout the entire project lifecycle. Delivery schedules can be met more consistently, resources can be deployed more efficiently, and project execution becomes more predictable.
The result is high-performance machinery and production systems that operate reliably around the world while meeting the demanding standards for quality, productivity, and operational excellence that define Fill.
