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As digital transformation increases demand for data from automation systems – driven by new digital innovations such as advanced analytics, AI and expanded connectivity – maintaining system integrity has become a challenge. ABB’s Luis Duran explores how the concept of “separation of concerns” protect the core of the automation system in a cyber-secure way, while enabling new digital value without compromising operational performance.
With SIL 2 certification for limit switches and 4…20 mA output
The latest trends in robotics can be experienced at HANNOVER MESSE 2026 from April 20 to 24.
Cost-effective alternative for applications without need for IP68 approval
Metering and emptying solution for IBCs in the food and beverage industry
In September 2025, a ransomware attack on Collins Aerospace interrupted check-in and boarding systems at major European airports, heavily impacting Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin. The attackers never breached the airport’s core IT – they didn’t need to. One compromised supplier was enough to paralyze a critical service. Here, Stephan Nobis, business development manager at automation supplier COPA-DATA, discusses why Europe’s critical infrastructure must move from compliance to continuous cybersecurity – or face severe risks.
Valuable energy is lost in pressure reduction stations, exhaust steam pipes and condensation systems. With Energify system, the company CFT GmbH offers a simple and robust solution for the cost-effective conversion of even slight pressure differences into energy. This saves electricity costs and lowers CO₂ emissions. The system performance is controlled precisely with sliding gate valves from Schubert & Salzer.
Thermoprocessing solution with comprehensive hardware and software components
Elimination of measurement blind spots with safe and easy-to-install solution
Vaisala launches new probe recalibration and reuse service
Solution to deliver analysis and support for hygienic process equipment
Modular design provides versatility and precision for volumetric and mass flow measurement
The food and beverage industry is continually evolving, driven by the need for enhanced efficiency, quality, and safety. Central to these advancements is fluid process control, a crucial component in manufacturing processes such as mixing, fermentation, and pasteurisation. Recent innovations in this area have focused on precision, automation, and sustainability, significantly improving production practices.
Process industries, with a focus on Chemicals plants, are currently experiencing an evolution. Plant operators are grappling with a market that is shifting towards shorter product lifecycles, regularly changing feedstocks, an overall more precise yet rapid approach to production and narrowing profit margins.
Optimised solution for a surveillance camera manufacturer
Modular surge protection and fault status monitoring system allows replacement withour rewiring
Hermetically-sealed sensors for process control
Reduced complexity and installation effort with a single-cable solution for both power and data transmission
New version with high-performance error diagnosis
Transforming Plant Process Management with AI
High efficient and low wear dry pumps
New IIoT compatible radar sensor for cloud platform brings new opportunities for remote monitoring
Adapter for locking and cleaning of sensors in immersion fittings
Simplified commissioning and operation for a wide range of applications
Compact ultrasonic measurement for up to 180 °C
For mission-critical networks with high power demands
For a secure remote management at unmanned sites
Monitoring of plastic shrouds for safe magnetic drive for chemical process pumps
Cloud-based, smart solutions deliver transparent, digital communication. ProMinent’s web-based platform ensures safe monitoring of system statuses and process data in the cloud from any location. This allows operators in various sectors to improve their process reliability and system efficiency.
For safe and leakage-free decoupling for process connections and measuring devices
How production security can be at risk if water treatment fails
Level measurement in hygienic applications
Reliable 24/7 access to oil-free compressed air is essential in the food industry. Regardless of the application, all machines must be sanitary to avoid potential contamination
Simplified incubator monitoring with compact solution
Continuous monitoring of filling levels on barrel pumps
Safety system with individual valve isolation for online maintenance without process interruption
For control of most regulators, small valves and pumps with pressure ranges from 0-0.5 psig to 0-3,000 psig
Restrictions relating to the pandemic are currently affecting all economic sectors and no one knows how long this will last. But one thing is certain: production processes must continue or restart, and interrupted new projects must be resumed as soon as possible.
Clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter for high-temperature steam up to 400 °C
ABB process control systems can connect with IBM security platform for digital threat visibility
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