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The new EtherCAT and TSN Technical Working Group had a kick-off meeting at the end of July. The meeting aims to extend the advantages of EtherCAT technology and combine them with TSN technology
The international Red Dot Award for design competition went to Bosch filling and closing machine AFG500, after the assessment of an independent jury of experts. Among the new features of the machine there is the aseptic changeover of product-handling part
JUMO launched the new brand JSP (JUMO Safety Performance), to face all the complex challenges that safety brings to users and get SIL and PL safety performances. The single-channel safety controller is the key element of the JSP portfolio
Titan Enterprises signed an agreement with RS Components to expand the offering of the Atrato ultrasonic flowmeter, Process Atrato ultrasonic flowmeter and Pulsite Solo flow indicator, by the integration of its portfolio in RS product catalogue
At the Achema trade fair, Peppel+Fuchs and SAP announced that they envisage to consolidate their IoT cooperation in the process industry and coordinate the development of joint solutions
Omron will work closely with Cisco to construct a secure environment where PLCs provide security authentication for three discreet elements, namely people at manufacturing sites, devices connected to machinery and production lines, and data exchanged
The conveying process FLUIDLIFT ecoblue helps to prevent the formation of abrasion and deposits of dust within the installation. This translates into increased production volumes and energy efficiency
A new appointment at HIMA Paul Hildebrandt sees Fabio Lodigiani as head of the Safety Services business segment
Safety is a paramount concern nowadays and in Oral Solid Dosage production the main challenge is the protection of operating staff. This is why containment solutions for OSD are primarily focused on safety
Transport robotics concept for the security area at Oslo Airport-Gebr. Heinemann requires an automated transport solution and relies on EK Automation for replenishment of products at duty free shop
For a service provider in Düren, Germany, an automation retrofit includes secured remote access to ensure high equipment availability. To that end, the firm relies on Security Modules and a new Network Management Platform
Install, control, and report in hazardous areas. Pepperl+Fuchs can provide assembled enclosures in just five days thanks to the intelligent configurability, meeting the needs of installers that expect quick delivery from electrical equipment suppliers
Mark Pontin, Managing Director of Resolve Optics Ltd., explained in this exclusive interview how optics have played a central role in the transformation of modern manufacturing processes
For increased efficiency and productivity
To ensure gas purity
In ATEX versions
PIDG started to be manufactured in 1943 and soon became the terminal of choice for aerospace manufacturers. It can now be found in many products where wires and cables are used including control cabinets, power supplies and transportation equipment
Reduces flow meter operating costs in flare gas applications
Car manufacturers are showing a high interest in additive manufacturing of metal parts in volume that they started conducting tests, setting up pilot production units and refining their strategy
Conventional automation converges with IT to create new business models. This trend will be in the spotlight of Hannover Messe in its IAMD and Digital Factory halls
The companies planned to provide complimentary solutions for drive and controller-based motion control solutions for discrete and process applications with the aim to provide customers with a single company to fulfill essential automation requirements
The advanced Multiflow Field Flow Fractionation system for separation of proteins, macromolecules and nanoparticles, engineered by Postnova Analytics, was used by the inorganic analysis team within LGC UK to characterize nanomaterials
Founded as a young and creative start-up in 1989, Unitronics has soon enough become an international all-in-one PCL+HMI manufacturer, distributed to over 50 countries an recognized as reputed innovators in the industrial automation field
For a heavy duty crane system
Designed to meet a wide range of applications
Designed for optimal compatibility
Non-contact measuring devices ideal for tests rig uses
Taking place together with Hannover Messe, from 23 to 27 April 2018, CeMAT 2018 keynote theme will be "Connected Supply Chain Solutions". The aim is to drive forward the digital intralogistics industry worldwide
Having over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, in his new role Gilliam will lead a team that takes responsibility for educating and informing food manufacturers on the impact of digitalization and on long-term solutions to improve efficiency
Great figures for the Bühler Group in 2017: With an order intake increased by 10% to CHF 2.8 billion, the company positions itself as a provider of integrated process solutions for sustainable mobility and healthy food
The business models of industrial manufacturers are drastically changing and anticipating consumer demands is becoming crucial. Digitization and an advanced cooperation with other businesses along the supply chain are essential elements to make the change
This new company, headquartered at the ZAL TechCenter in Hamburg-Finkenwerder, is an equally owned joint venture and aims to research, develop and sell innovative automation solutions for the aviation industry
Glasgow Science Centre (GSC) is on course to deliver its latest interactive exhibition, Idea #59, which will inspire the next generation of innovators, engineers and scientists by exploring AI, Big Data, Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing and IoT
The new Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof High Alloy valve, manufactured in either Hastelloy C22 or AL6XN, provides two valuable solutions for higher corrosion resistance, longer equipment life and reduced production downtime
The integration of automation, energy technology, IT platforms and artificial intelligence is the cornerstone of the factory of the future and therefore will play a key role this year, with the lead theme "Integrated Industry – Connect & Collaborate"
Engineered for controlling hydraulic valves and certified to IEC 61508 SIL2, the IQAN-MC4xFS is an ideal choice for mobile machinery applications where electronic controllers are evolving with safety functions up to SIL2/PLd required
For remote access, monitoring and predictive maintenance
The international Quality Systems Standard ISO 13485:2016 certification, written specifically for medical device manufacturers and founded on ISO 9001, is recognized globally as an industrywide “stamp of approval" for quality
Kistler has further enhanced its high-performance sensors in the KiTorq series, taking the transmission rate to 4 kHz and making the evaluation unit (stator) of this modular series four times as fast with Profinet or EtherCat interface
With oil-free design and operation
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