Enable more compact machine designs
Smart, robot-assisted production and packaging will maximize profitability
This application note from Schurter explains the benefits provided by these switch solutions in two case studies: agricultural automation and medical technology
CIP Security can now provide device authentication, a broad trust domain, device identity via Pre-Shared Keys (PSKs), device integrity, and data confidentiality for resource-constrained devices such as contactors and push-buttons.
Mobility technology is transforming the smart manufacturing environment. This trend is accelerated by the IIoT and Industry 4.0 initiatives, whose goals include empowering an intelligent enterprise through a smart, connected automation ecosystem.
When we hear IIoT, the main network that comes to mind is the network connecting enterprise systems and cloud applications. The network of field devices and control systems is equally as important, since the health of this network is critical.
Pepperl+Fuchs’ new UC18GS series of ultrasonic sensors with an IO-Link interface meets the flexibility, comprehensive functionality and futureproof data transfer requirements for sensors in IIoT and Industry 4.0 environments
By means of key additions to industrial Ethernet standards, TSN supports determinism and network convergence – two essential elements of highly competitive, connected industries of the future.
Developed and maintained by the not-for-profit FDT Group, FDT® technology's goal is to empower the intelligent enterprise with open and standardized data-centric integration independent of platform, field communications protocols and devices.
Contributes to containing pollutant emissions
Peter Terwiesch, President of ABB Industrial Automation becomes executive member of the EU Alliance established to kick-start the European hydrogen industry.
As one of Europe’s leading zinc casting specialists, Zinkteknik aims for utmost quality throughout its portfolio of die-cast parts. These include safety components for seat belt systems in cars, where quality is absolutely critical.
Dutch company "Fizyr" enables robots to pick unknown objects even in harsh logistics environments
Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) helps companies implement forfutureproof Industry 4.0 applications
Alliance Sensors announces the introduction of its low cost and compact GHS-19 series
A network of industrial IoT for innovative business models
Improved efficiency and seamless material supply: in Austria, Philips is automating material transport by using AMRs from OMRON.
Robust connection and versatile ultrasound measurement for Industry 4.0
Social distancing, protecting your employees, restarting operations and machines, catching up on supply chain gaps. How do you navigate in the new manufacturing norm?
George Walker, managing director of industrial automation specialist Novotek UK and Ireland, explains how industry can safeguard themselves from unpredictability in the years ahead
After an arid 2020, when cobot revenues saw negative growth for the first time, growth is predicted to be of the order of 15-20% year on year up to 2028
Elesa and Misati ally to launch high performance Misati pneumatic clamps for automation and robotics applications
Following a report highlighting a contraction of over 7% in 2020 in the industrial gearbox market, Interact Analysis released a follow up focusing on light-duty geared motors and solo gearboxes
An application story by Philipp H. F. Wallner, Industry Manager – Industrial Automation & Machinery, MathWorks
In 2020, Traco Power launched 40 new series of DC/DC converters and AC/DC power supplies
OnLogic has expanded its line of IGEL ready ruggedized industrial thin clients
NewTek Sensor Solutions developed loop-powered 4 – 20 mA outputs on its custom LVDTS
Advantech launched its ICR-4453 Ultra-High-Speed 5G NR (New Radio) Router with a focus on the global market
Initial release candidate completed and technical paper published
An Automation Technology's Application Story
End users drive manufacturers to deliver FDT standardized, data-centric asset management solutions
Next Gen FDT/OPC UA IIoT Ecosystem Assists Developers
Provides flexible cable lengths up to 15m for automation, machine building and robotics
Leading Japanese automation manufacturer to develop FDT 3.0-enabled flowmeters for the energy and environmental markets
Eurotech’s IoT Edge capabilities will be coupled with Orange’s IoT platform to enable end-to-end IoT device and data management for industrial automation, smart transportation, energy management and other use cases
Enable cabinet-free operating and installation concepts
EPLAN and Rittal introduce virtually their end-to-end range of solutions through presentations and product articles at the digital trade fair
The CC-Link Partner Association announced at 2020 SPS Connect that Analog Devices has become a CLPA Board Member to promote the acceptance of CC-Link IE TSN at the global level
The CC-Link Partner Association will shed light on its latest technology as an enabler for connected industries
Designed to enhance CPU performance, real-time behavior and graphics capabilities
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