For contactless measurement of demanding process liquids
In many conveyor systems, worn coatings cause unnecessary failures – whether in the food and beverage industry or in material handling. For this purpose, igus offers powder coatings made of high-performance polymers called iglidur coating, which make surfaces significantly more wear-resistant and durable. To make it easier for users to retrofit existing systems, the company now also offers coated plates and wire mesh that can be flexibly cut to size and installed. The range is complemented by IC-05PF, the first PTFE‑free coating, which is intended in particular for applications with high hygiene requirements.
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.
Intrinsically safe tablets and smartphones serve as digital and networked hubs for connected workers in the process industry
With the growing complexity of technical plants, demographic shifts in the workforce, and increasingly stringent regulatory requirements, traditional methods of risk assessment are reaching their limits. To meet these challenges, TÜV SÜD has developed a digital approach, called iaHAZOP, that builds on established risk assessment methods and extends them into the digital domain. The process industry now has a tool that redefines the state-of-the-art in technical risk management. Authors: Michael Pfeifer, Senior Expert Adaptive Safety and Alexander Kurdas, Expert for Machinery and Electrical Safety. TÜV Süd
Safe and Reliable Signal Processing
Camera-only variant via kiosk mode available
Modules with broad range of functions and certifications for worldwide use in all areas of the process industry
Shallow-depth 1/8’’ casing with IP65 front protection for outdoor use
Autonomous Wireless Sensor Nodes Provide Data via LoRaWAN
IP67 protected for use in corrosive or wet environments
Implementing safe I/Os for FSoE (Functional Safety over EtherCAT) according to ETG 5100 V1.2.0.
Highly robust solution for valve position feedback
Simplified security control information makes it easier for operational teams to make better decisions and improve industrial automation security with simplified decision processes.
Four temperature ranges available for use in demanding environments
What comes to mind when you hear the word “app”? WhatsApp? TikTok? Linked-in? Broadening our scope from these examples that deliver entertainment and connection, what can apps do for users in the process industries? Quite simply, an app is an application software that generates benefits for the user - on your mobile device, in the cloud or on a server 'under the desk'. Let’s take a look at three apps for process instrumentation, exploring their different approaches as well as their advantages.
Decentralized acquisition of intrinsically safe signals from zones 0/20 and 1/21
DIN-Rail Fanless Device for Hazardous Deployment
Accurate measurement and control of liquids at very low flow rates
PFA-Sensor with large measuring range for use in aggressive media
Temperature measurement from -40 °C to 2300 °C for use in hazardous environments
New SIL 3 isolated barriers for analog output signals complete the SIL 3 range for all signal types
Efficient and economic separation of hydrogen and natural gas with membrane technology
Robust housing for use in intrinsically safe applications
Easy installation on the outside of pipes needs no system shutdown
For gas ranges up to 1,000 L/min
Intrinsically safe unit for gas explosion hazard areas
Reliable control for 90 gases and multi-gas mixes
New range of indicators offer choice of mounting, interfacing, function and cost
HANNOVER MESSE hosts software solutions that help manufacturing enterprises in all of their value-creation processes
I/O system for use with temperatures up to 70 °C
Your Easy Remote Access to PLC, HMI, IPC, IP Camera
The company was awarded in the Intrinsic Safety category for the SPA2IS Programmable Alarm Trip with Intrinsically-Safe (IS) Field Connections
Mannheim-based automation equipment manufacturer Pepperl+Fuchs and HIMA Group will work together to develop a unique termination board solution for HIMax safety controllers
Due to myriads of regulations, explosion protection is a complex issue. Optimizing production processes while implementing the most efficient and versatile explosion protection solutions is a top priority for Plant Operators
Powered by ARM Cortex M3 and FreeRTOS operating system, it features three thermocouple input channels, one 10/100Mbps Ethernet port, two isolated digital input channels and one relay output
With high signal density, speed and accuracy
productivity and efficiency through data transparency
with high speed roller doors
offers twelve outputs
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