Cabinet-free automation with the Beckhoff MX system
Posted to News on 19th Feb 2026, 09:00

Cabinet-free automation with the Beckhoff MX system

At Machine Building Live, Beckhoff business development manager Bradley McEwan discusses the company's new MX system, providing an IP67-rated, cabinet-free automation solution.

Cabinet-free automation with the Beckhoff MX system

(See Beckhoff at Machine Building North, 13 May 2026, on stand 32)

The MX-System performs all of the tasks and exhibits the properties of a classic control cabinet, but requires far less time to implement, test and commission. In this video, Neil talks about eliminating control cabinets, the advantages of decentralised automation, and how the MX-System enables scalability and flexibility, and brings increased efficiency and cost savings.

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Beckhoff Automation Ltd

Videcom House
Newtown Road
RG9 1HG
United Kingdom

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