Margo is a new open standard initiative for interoperability that will address key roadblocks to digital transformation. The initiative is hosted by the Linux Foundation and driven by a founding group of industrial automation solution providers, including ABB Process Automation and ABB Machine Automation (B&R)
Customised solutions with maximum performance, cost-effectiveness and availability
New application possibilities for real-time control with industrial PCs
SI Sensors based in Cambridge, UK will focus on the development of advanced CMOS image sensors
It is not a revelation to anyone in the industry that energy is the largest operating expense, accounting for the majority of utility costs. In manufacturing processes using compressed air, air compressors consume approximately 12% of the total electrical energy, and over the lifespan of an air compressor, 80% of the cost is energy use, and 20% is the cost of the unit including maintenance. Energy...
In the realm of embedded computing solutions, Raspberry Pi has emerged as a pioneering force, offering a diverse range of compact modules tailored for industrial and commercial applications. Here we take a look at the differences between the foundation’s Compute Module 4 (CM4) and Compute Module 3+ when it comes to developing embedded projects.
Private cloud architecture for secure industrial deployment
Memorandum of understanding focuses on joint development of digital solutions for the shop floor and AI applications in the industrial sector
At Hannover Messe 2024 the two German companies announced their colloboration for development of innovative solutions based on the PLCnext technology.
OMRON shows autonomous flexible production supported by digital twins
Bio-cable with reduced carbon footprint now in series production
LoRa Alliance presents solutions for Industrial IoT in Hannover
Siemens presents innovations for greater efficiency and sustainability from design to condition monitoring at Hannover Messe
Today, every large event includes an elaborate laser show. Laser projections are used at trade fairs, in advertising, art, and at architectural events. The magically glowing light patterns are made possible by highly complex technology, and at many of the most spectacular installations this technology is provided by Berlinbased LaserAnimation Sollinger. When it comes to the alignment of beams and the creation of effects, motors from FAULHABER play an important role for their laser projectors.
To meet net zero CO2 emission goals, the building sector needs to modernize its communication infrastructure. This article shows how single-pair Ethernet, specifically 10BASE-T1L, enables the easy retrofitting of buildings using legacy links like RS-485 to improve digitization, enable automation, improve security, and substantially lower energy consumption to achieve greater sustainability. Author: Meghan Kaiserman, Strategic Marketing Director for Sustainable Buildings at Analog Devices
Expensive machine and vehicle breakdowns due to undetected faults in heavy-duty fixed flange bearings: these will soon be a thing of the past thanks to a new generation of two- and four-hole fixed flange bearings. Their special feature is that the bearings, which are made of lubrication-free high-performance plastic, are equipped with miniature wireless sensors, enabling condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.
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.
Air traffic and shipping are no longer conceivable without radar technology. Their electromagnetic waves provide extremely reliable signals for object detection and collision protection. What has proven itself over long distances at sea and in the air is just as useful at near range: radar also ensures precision and safety when controlling autonomous vehicles and machine booms. The new radar sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs are optimized for use in the intralogistics and material handling sections, among others.
Mobile App for on-site analysis of lubricant condition in bearings and linear motion systems
Emerson and the European Space Agency unveil new Open Innovation Space Laboratory
At the event from April 22 to 26 the new format points the way to a carbon-neutral industrial society
With its radar imager, Balluff scans through packages for completeness, integrity, and foreign objects. Customers can benefit from efficient, in-line quality control at the end of the line.
Collaborative robots, or cobots, are making their presence felt in ever more applications, working alongside humans wherever production requires the decision making and discrimination abilities of humans, combined with unceasing production, dexterity and precision of cobots.
Siemens and UL Solutions demonstrate how digital twin technology could accelerate product development and certification.
Smart connectors facilitate the remote digital monitoring of installations. TE Connectivity (TE) and tacterion have partnered to develop these cutting-edge components. The first joint steps involve designing outstanding connectors for modular machines used in smart factories. Taking into account early customer feedback, the portfolio will undergo continuous expansion and enhancement.
An interview with Jonas Trautmann, Global Product Marketing Manager at ABB about the value of data and how to structure it.
For detection of difficult-to-measure failure modes, including frequent speed changes and motors with rapidly changing loads
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.
Robust metal housing with IP67protection for outdoor use
IP67 rated edge device for harsh environments
High-performance computing for industrial edge data visualization applications
For 5G Adoption in Existing Industrial Networks
For operation in a wide temperature range from -20 to +70 °C
AI-based standard applications for the Smart Factory
For use in applications up to the SIL3 category
World’s first omlox test lab commences operations at the Fraunhofer Institute in Lemgo, Germany
Innovative solutions for high-volume adhesive processes
Empowering engineers to tackle even more demanding design challenges
The new year brings change in the management of the machine vision specialist from Neckarsulm/Germany
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