As automation systems grow more complex, machine builders are rethinking how they design and deploy motion. Nicola Pezzolato, Application Engineering Leader EMEA at Kollmorgen, explores how a new generation of servo technology is helping manufacturers simplify design, improve flexibility, and build greater resilience into their supply chains.
Combining 3D Digital Imaging with Thermography for Stress Analysis
Versatile communication options & high reliability
Force measurement with vibration and gyroscope detection using vulcanised sensor technology. Author: Robin Ellinger, Product Manager Angst & Pfister
The conservation organization Project Seagrass and Tandem Ventures have joined forces to design, develop, build, and test an underwater harvesting machine. Onshape enables the team to collaborate in real time, even from a boat.
IO-Link Sensor with high switching frequency for precise results
Fraunhofer project for better recycling processes of paper packaging
Manufacturer of power supply technology, announces the appointment of Gary Doyle
As the robotics sector steadily moves from science fiction to factory floor, a new generation of humanoid robots is emerging to reshape industry, healthcare, and daily life.
The fair set new records in multiple indicators including overseas buyers attendance and innovative, smart and green products.
The SPS in Nuremberg from 25 to 27 November 2025 once again demonstrated its appeal to the international automation community with 1,175 exhibitors presenting their solutions for smart and digital automation in 15 exhibition halls.
LAPP is among the winners of the Allianz Industry 4.0 Award with a digital cable inventory management solution. The LAPP eKanban was developed under the leadership of Dominik Schmalzried, Global Business Process Owner Digital Innovation, and his team.
Detection of volume, dimensions and position with one picture
For reliable transmission in rotating systems
World Robotics 2025 Report by International Federation of Robotics released
Digitalization is opening up new possibilities in robotics and mechanical engineering. Networked ecosystems, intelligent components and smart services are the key to unlocking huge potential in terms of productivity, efficiency, process reliability, maintenance and availability. Gearboxes play a special role in this. Nabtesco, the world's largest manufacturer of precision gearboxes, knows the challenges and offers unique solutions for the digital transformation of industry.
Video streaming and recording with IDS cameras
Efficient data recording and process visualization in PLC and I/O modules
New release brings more features for diagnostics of PLC-controlled systems
To improve efficiency of its stamping processes for future production runs, Ford Mexico worked with Altair to explore the possibility of using Altair's machine learning and predictive analytics solution to support its business objectives. Authors: John Fisher, Senior Sales Director EMEA, Altair & Alberto Ochoa Frías, D&R and Stamping Process Engineer, Ford
Whether you’re talking about hybrid regional jets to next-generation air taxis it’s increasingly clear that the future of flight is electric, and electromechanical (EM) actuation is playing a central role in making this a reality. As aircraft systems move away from hydraulics and pneumatics in favor of all-electric architectures.
Production data monitoring and analysis for effective, data-driven decisions
Event-based cameras optimise flow analysis in science and industry
IEN Europe interviewed Norman Hartmann, co-founder and CEO of Workerbase GmbH, who introduces the benefits of the Connected Worker Platform concept.
High-performance DAQ system for evaluation and testing in different industrial areas
Leuze SmartID-Edge controls a network of identification systems and sensors for track-and-trace requirements in production and the supply chain. Secure communication between 1D scanners or 2D camera systems takes place at edge level using OPC UA and full integration of the AutoID Companion Specification. The advantage: Each object to be identified is not only represented by its code but also mapped on a virtual tag in the edge system.
The safety solutions provider has been successful in its digitalisation strategy, which has been helped by international expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Video streaming with 5 MP resolution and highest ingress protection
Single Pair Ethernet device with screw terminal or M8 screw connector
Precise and contactless detection of fluid properties
Completely new class of substances discovered, over 30% faster in conducting ions than all previously known substances
Qt Group, the global software company who offers a variety of solutions from development of mobile and desktop applications to quality assurance tools hosts a webinar series called the “Visionary Voices of Tech”
The measurement technology and automation solutions specialist increased its sales, created new jobs worldwide, invested more than at any time in its history and maintained profit stability.
Accurate energy consumption data is essential for companies aiming to achieve climate-neutral production. To support this goal, a consortium of organizations has recently published a groundbreaking specification for interoperable and efficient energy management in industrial and process automation.
The supply of a 3,000 hp frequency inverter for large shredder plant at S. Norton Group in Manchester helps with significant reduction in energy consumption
For easier quality assurance during pressing, assembly and testing
We spoke to Torsten Czech, Head of Marketing at Optris, about the history of more than 20 years of temperature measurement.
An IEN Europe interview with Jan Hartmann - Managing Partner IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH
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