The degree of automation can vary greatly within the same plant – from very high in the core processes to almost nonexistent in the peripherals. The effort required to wire all circulating containers, external silos, manual valves, safety – critical doors, and manhole covers to the control room would be too great. The WILSEN autonomous IoT wireless sensor node establishes a connection to isolated assets – without any cables – and closes such information gaps.
Acceleration of development for sustainable battery industry
Setting milestones in software for automation
Machines and systems are becoming more and more intelligent – and in many cases more complex as a result. This makes it all the more important that the processes in production are transparent and comprehensible at all times so that the teams in production and maintenance can make the right decisions. This is the only way to exploit the full potential of networked manufacturing environments.
Compact, reliable camera for non-contact temperature measurement up to 900 °C
Rolf Hausheer handed over the position of MD of SCHURTER AG to Steffen Lindner on 1 July 2024. Steffen Lindner is already acting as the General Manager & Vice President EMEA.
While automating processes using robots is a reliable way to increase production throughput and productivity, the savings in floorspace can vary depending on the type of robot chosen. Where space is at a premium, a ceiling-mounted orbital robot can offer a suitable solution.
When testing wheelchairs, manufacturers play it safe for understandable reasons. That is why three aspiring mechanical engineers took no risks when they developed a drop test construction for wheelchairs on behalf of the renowned German company MEYRA. They relied on miniature shock absorbers made by ACE to protect the inner life of their construction.
The aim is to speed up the generation of complex automation code for the engineering process in industrial environments
Compact design with full graphic TFT display
Monitored changeover is an opportunity to optimise machines, reduce sources for potential errors and making them intuitive and quick to operate.
Emerson continues to invest in AI tools for advanced NI test & measurement products
New facility for Factory Automation Systems in Maharashtra, Indiato support the growing local markets
New application possibilities for real-time control with industrial PCs
For lightweight robots, modular designs are increasingly popular thanks to the flexible deployment they enable for specialised tasks. Modular robots also enhancing the potential for system integrators and end users to develop their own designs. As part of an in-house robot build, optimising the drive train that powers and controls each joint is vital to the robot’s performance. The most effective way of achieving this is by developing the drive train as a complete module. This approach can also improve the efficiency of robot development overall.
At Hannover Messe 2024 the two German companies announced their colloboration for development of innovative solutions based on the PLCnext technology.
More than 130,000 visitors from 150 countries, 4,000 exhibiting companies, 300 startups and over 300 economic and political delegations from all over the world. These are the figures that emphasise the fair's position again after five successful days.
Pressure wash hose for improved ergonomics, productivity and safety
SCHURTER is pleased to welcome Steffen Lindner to its leadership team.
Siemens presents innovations for greater efficiency and sustainability from design to condition monitoring at Hannover Messe
Device management made easy
With the rapid advancements in technology, there is increasing consumer demand for innovative, smart, and connected products that need to get to market more quickly, cost effectively and sustainably. Today, manufacturers must deliver on these expectations as they deal with increasing design and production complexity, as well as global supply-chain issues that impact time-to-market.
The measurement of low flow is becoming widely used in many industries. However, the smaller the flow, the trickier it is to control and measure, and finding a suitable flow measuring technology at reasonable cost can prove challenging for both users and flow sensor manufacturers.
Innovative online tool for individual designs with a wide range of characteristics
Siemens and UL Solutions demonstrate how digital twin technology could accelerate product development and certification.
An interview with Jonas Trautmann, Global Product Marketing Manager at ABB about the value of data and how to structure it.
Today, the majority of consumer goods and everyday items are made from petroleum-based plastics. In Germany alone, around six million tonnes of plastic waste is generated every year. About half of this is mechanically recycled into new materials; the rest is used for energy recovery. The incineration of this waste results in the release of CO2, a greenhouse gas. It is therefore important to keep more plastics in the material cycle for climate and environmental reasons. Eight Fraunhofer Institutes are developing new ideas and processes to significantly improve the mechanical recycling rate of plastics as part of the Waste4Future flagship project.
One-cable connection for a wide range of market segments
The HIMA Group, the German supplier of safety automation solutions, has acquired the Norwegian technology company Origo Solutions. The agreement was signed on 8 January and is effective as of 31 January
Empowering engineers to tackle even more demanding design challenges
New hardware architecture with functional enhancements like a second encoder interface for an even larger range of applications
Flexible combination of rails and runner blocks can be replaced individually
Compact design for small and energy efficient devices
At SPS – Smart Production Solutions 2023, the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) announced new products and services for the development of safety devices with CC-Link IE TSN connectivity. This addition to the existing offering, supported by CLPA members Mitsubishi Electric and Neuron Automation, will help drive the implementation of highly effective, convergent industrial automation applications for functional safety.
Highly accurate and fast, with wide measuring range
The company has achieved a 33% increase in sales revenue over the last 2 years. With momentum continuing across the 3 key regions - UK, Europe and the USA - Titan looks set to reach a similar level by the end of the 2023/24 fiscal year.
Lars Brickenkamp has taken over the position of CEO of the Swiss technology business
Dr Klaus Endress, CEO of the Endress+Hauser Group for many years and president of the Supervisory Board since 2014, celebrated his 75th birthday. As previously announced, he will end his active involvement in the family-owned business at the end of the year. However, he will remain closely associated with the Group as a shareholder and chairman of the Endress Family Council.
A trip to the ADI Catalyst™ in Limerick, Ireland, was one of the highlights of this year in the professional life of the TIMGlobal editorial team. You can find there not only one of the major fabrication sites for the worldwide semiconductor business, but also the ADI Catalyst™ – a collaboration hub “that builds ecosystems and resolves the toughest challenges”.
Product family of electromechanical drive systems for industry
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