Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has been the hero in the fight against friction and wear for years. However, there is also the other side of the coin: as a persistent material, PTFE is currently the focus of the discussion about a possible PFAS ban by the ECHA. Even if there is no ban, the motion plastics pioneer igus has good reasons to look for alternatives. With new formulations, extensive tests and adapted production processes, igus already offers its customers a wide range of PTFE-free products. Author: Dr-Ing. Magnus Orth is Head of Material Development and the Technical Centre at igus.
The HERMES AWARD, one of the world's most coveted industry prizes, was presented by Cem Özdemir, Germany’s Federal Minister of Education and Research at the opening ceremony of HANNOVER MESSE on 30 March 2025.
Polaron’s AI model explores thousands of material designs for next-generation batteries in under a day - a task that takes current state-of-the-art simulations around 50 years. This achievement wins the annual multi-million-pound Manchester Prize from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology in the United Kingdom.
Online lectures on photonic future markets live and stream free of charge
Sulzer and Hyme Energy partner on revolutionary molten salt energy storage
Support for every stage of the maintenance cycle
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft will be represented at the world’s largest industrial trade show with a joint booth showcasing highlights from different technological fields.
After three decades of continuity at the top of the company, Pepperl+Fuchs is now repositioning itself: Dr.-Ing. Gunther Kegel, CEO for many years, and Werner Guthier, CFO, are stepping down from the Executive Board as planned.
Wibu-Systems will exhibit at Hannover Messe (Hall 16, D10) to showcase its innovative cybersecurity solutions.
IDTA and 13 co-exhibitors present the Asset Administration Shell in action at Hannover Messe
Today’s sophisticated industrial robots embody millennia of imagination and decades of engineering effort
The acquisitions correspond to a global sales volume of € 65 million and an increase in the number of employees of 750.
Realising a compact harvesting vehicle with energy chains
Gluing solutions provider launches new website to improve customer experience
Supporting a short time to market for IoT and AI applications
At this year's HANNOVER MESSE from 31 March to 4 April, drive technology and fluid power will play a special role. Under the "Motion & Drives" banner, these industry segments will once again demonstrate their strength and importance by showcasing a wide range of products, from innovative and intelligent individual components to complete systems.
Compressed air and vacuum technology will be back at HANNOVER MESSE in 2025, underlining its importance for industry. As an important cross-sectional technology, it complements the key themes of automation and energy supply. The focus will be on efficiency and sustainability for a future-oriented industrial transformation.
Connectivity for up to 128 HF read/write heads in confined industrial environments
Sebastian Fischer took over the new position at the beginning of the new year
User-friendly configuration via app
Fast and wear-free short circuit protection for motors
nokra GmbH of Baesweiler produces laser measuring systems for contactless measurement of geometric properties as an integral part of the production process. Since the objects being measured can become quite hot, effective thermal management is essential in such systems. This task is performed by extremely flat liquid-cooled heat sinks from CTX Thermal Solutions.
Ley will hold the honorary position for three years and emphasizes the role of the committee as a strong voice for European robotics and automation suppliers
Altair Signs Collaboration Agreement with the European Space Agency
Agreement for the extension of collaboration signed at electronica 2024
For maximised safety in hydrogen storage and energy applications, including fuel cells
Integrated hardware and software for single-axis control of BLDC motors
The newly developed D-Ankle prosthesis from Design Pro Technology makes this possible. Instead of the usual passive suspension at the foot components, the prosthesis assists its user by means of motor power. As is the case with a natural gait, the artificial foot is actively bent up and down with each step. The gait becomes more harmonious, more stable and less tiring. An intelligent controller finds the correct gait rhythm and a brushless motor from FAULHABER provides the necessary propulsion.
10 billion dollar acquisition of Altair Engineering Inc. to strengthen Siemens’ position in industrial software and AI
Improved measurement capabilities and enhanced software integration for accelerated development processes of complex electronic products
Visit us at SPS from November 12 to 14, 2024 in Nuremberg (Hall 7A, Booth 440)
Making tried-and-tested machines IIot-ready
Integrated certified motion function blocks safe space on the rail
The transformation to e-mobility requires powerful automation technology. The companies in the Pepperl+Fuchs Group are offering the right solutions—based on constant technological innovation and decades of experience in the automotive industry.
Acquisition of German communications specialist strengthens position in the industrial information and communications technology (ICT) sector
Power and ergonomics for industrial applications
The specialist for industrial sensors supports open systems
The history of electrolysers begins with the discovery of the basic principles in the late 18th and early 19th century by the British scientists William Nicholson and Michael Faraday. Specifically, that water can be split into hydrogen and oxygen using electrical currents.
KUKA Digital will be the segment for software and digital business with the goal to offer end-to-end digitalization of a wide range of machines and systems, from the first 3D simulation to connectivity and data analysis through to the use of AI
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.
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