Increasing complexity, a shortage of skilled workers, and growing efficiency demands call for new solutions in control panel manufacturing. Automated wire handling plays a key role in this process. With the new Wire Handling System, Rittal creates an end-to-end link between wire preparation and assembly, flexible, digitally integrated, and ready for future requirements. The following article...
B&R Industrial Automation, the machine automation division of ABB, has announced that the company will be presenting a completely new servo drive at the SPS Smart Production Solutions trade fair. In an exclusive interview, Wilfried Guerry, Global Product Manager for Drive Technology at B&R, reveals how the new technologies can solve key challenges faced by machine builders. The main focus is on...
The shift toward software-defined vehicles is reshaping the automotive industry, placing growing pressure on OEMs to validate increasingly complex systems earlier in the development cycle. Saicec, a key player in automotive chip and system design, is responding with a strategic collaboration: using Siemens' “PAVE360” software platform, the company is creating full digital twins of automotive...
With version 7 of its Remote HMI firmware, R. Stahl is introducing a practical innovation in process automation: the direct integration of IP cameras into the HMI interface enables real-time visual process monitoring. The new IP camera support is based on the ONVIF standard and supports almost all common camera systems. The solution increases safety, transparency, and efficiency in operation...
Visual Components is expanding its simulation platform with an Omniverse-based add-on for photorealistic factory visualization. The solution enables manufacturers and system integrators to review factory layouts in real time and present them in an immersive 3D environment. The tool improves communication, speeds up decision-making, and paves the way for digital twins and validatable planning...
With its new “Factory OS” portfolio, Tetra Pak is pursuing the goal of making production environments in the food and beverage industry fit for the future. The focus is on open systems, data integration, and real-time analytics that enable a smart factory. Scalable modules, AI-compatible infrastructure, and practical industry expertise are designed to help manufacturers balance efficiency, quality...
With the "PACSystems RX3i CPS400", Emerson introduces a compact and scalable solution for SIL2 applications. The safety controller combines robust safety functions with flexible integration, thereby meeting key requirements in industrial automation. Support for common industrial protocols and easy configuration via familiar software environments make the system particularly attractive for OEMs and...
With the "FR-D800" series, Mitsubishi Electric is introducing a new generation of compact frequency inverters designed to meet the requirements of modern production environments. The inverter combines a compact design with energy-efficient motor control, diagnostic functions, and integrated interfaces for industrial networks. They are suitable for a wide range of applications and can be easily...
Schubert has introduced a new solution at Fachpack that combines the advantages of cobots with the efficiency of classic packaging machines. With its compact design, high performance, and ease of use, the standardized, single-lane box erector sets new standards. Complemented by intelligent image processing and innovative adhesive technology, the system opens up new perspectives for automated...
With the new MVK Fusion CIP Safety, Murrelektronik is expanding its portfolio with a hybrid safety module for Ethernet/IP. The 3-in-1 solution combines standard I/Os, safety-related I/Os, and IO-Link in a single fieldbus module. This makes installation easier, more space-saving, and more efficient. Robust design, flexible connections, and fast parameterization make the module a practical solution...
