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IEN Europe interviewed Norman Hartmann, co-founder and CEO of Workerbase GmbH, who introduces the benefits of the Connected Worker Platform concept.
OPC UA is widely used as a data exchange standard that bridges the gap between OT and IT. A key part of this standard consists of extensible information models and companion specifications. However, many solutions based on OPC UA fail to exploit the potential of these information models and companion specifications. This editorial explains the benefits offered by OPC UA information models and how information models interact with the other components in an IoT solution. Author Dr. Christopher Anhalt is Vice President Product Marketing, Softing Industrial Automation GmbH
Maximum productivity requires not only precision manufacturing processes, but also smooth disposal of the generated waste materials. This is exactly where the new, fully automated waste disposal solution from KABELSCHLEPP Hünsborn comes in, which has just been successfully commissioned at the factory of agricultural machinery manufacturer AGCO Fendt in Asbach-Bäumenheim, Germany. The intelligent conveyor system ensures a smooth flow of materials – with minimum use of personnel and maximum efficiency.
For decentralized field installation with M12 connections
Safeguarding danger zones at machines, AGVs and robots
An energy monitoring system for sustainable enterprises
PLCs that speak native MQTT to a proprietary SCADA—this was the solution to reliable water management for outlying, rural communities.
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.
Sizes from 7 to 24 inches in IP20 and IP65 protection ratings
Looking to increase your energy efficiency? Check out Emerson's Energy Manager, a ready-to-go hardware & software package that helps manufacturers reduce energy costs & carbon emissions by up to 30% through real-time electricity monitoring & optimization.
Video streaming with 5 MP resolution and highest ingress protection
Cost-effective solution designed for performance and reliability
For significant reduction in interference and improved network performance
Glove-compatible multi-touch display in rugged design
5G / LTE / Wi-Fi 6 connectivity for trusted IIoT solutions
All-in-one platform solution for SMEs
The first phase of the 137th Canton Fair, with the theme of "advanced manufacturing", kicked off on April 15. As of April 19, 148,585 overseas buyers from 216 countries and regions visited the fair.
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Certified Security at the Core: How IEC 62443-4-2 Devices Help Machine Builders Boost Efficiency and Compliance
Providing safe material flow in the field, the new DMM4 muting module from SICK Sensor Intelligence provides safe human-material differentiation to improve protection and productivity in industrial settings.
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