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
Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a smartphone-like touchscreen for an increased measurement reliability
Thanks to the expanded functionality of ComoNeo's new Version 2.1.0, it's possible to monitor as many as four components with different mold technologies
The new catalyst office opened in Qingdao, Shandong Province, that presents the highest number of refineries, will foster China’s industrial transformation through tailor-made and sustainable catalyst technologies
All-in-One PLC + HMI with built-in I/Os serves OEMs and system integrator who need space-saving controllers that deliver the functionality to control complex machines, using a color-touch HMI panel
Emerson will collaborate with Enterprise System Partners to implement Syncade MES manufacturing execution system for life science manufacturers
Among the special features of these positive displacement blowers, there are the new compact, space-saving design and up to 5% energy saving by means of an optimised intake filter silencer
IEP Technologies solutions for passive explosion protection offer comprehensive design and service expertise as central components
Wastewater management is a critical issue to face in today’s industry. In this article, Surendra Mappana explains how dedicated water automation products are helping industrial water users and utilities address the key challenges
Launched in 2015, Global Business Leader Panels have grown year by year. In 2017, a fourth panel discussion will be added. With the opening to downstream industries, an additional programme will include three Downstream panels
For easy measurement of photovoltaic panel soiling ratio
By taking over the Aachen-based MES provider, Kistler puts itself in a strong position, since its sensors and systems will now be able to feed relevant process and quality data into higher-level MES system
Founded in 2007, the subsidiary in Ranjangaon produces safety switches and lift switchgear on almost 4,000 m² of production and storage space, destined primarily for the Indian market
Designed for use on food lines
Emerson’s life science platform facilitates pharmaceutical and biotech operations for a more efficient development activity and accurate technology transfer from laboratory through to production
French manufacturer SNF reduces maintenance effort and cost by implementing a modern FDT®-based device management tablet solution for plant processes and well injection skids
The acquisition has been recently completed by Emerson to grow their global footprint in automation and expand our leadership position in key served markets such as chemical, power, refining, mining and oil and gas
In the fiscal year 2016, the sensor manufacturer again achieved record figures, with orders received totaling EUR 1,398.9 million, continuing on its trajectory of financial growth
This strategic acquisition of B&R, a proven innovation leader in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Industrial PCs (IPC) and servo motion-based machines, will close ABB’s gap in machine and factory automation
With the capacity to compensate settling effects
SPX Flow has recently expanded production capabilities by opening a new manufacturing campus in Europe, which is able to produce an extensive range of hygienic valves, plate heat exchangers, pumps, homogenizers and process systems
Thomas Walkenhorst will take over as CEO of the company from 1 March 2017, succeeding Dr Hans-Nicolaus Rindfleisch. The new company head will be supported by the recently appointed Chief Operating Officer, Hans Joachim Machetanz
Eaton has expanded its range of MTL GECMA HMI workstations, introducing two new products – a Thin Client (TC) and Personal Computer (PC) version that offers unparalleled levels of safety, and are approved to global hazardous certification for Zone 1
Mannheim-based automation equipment manufacturer Pepperl+Fuchs and HIMA Group will work together to develop a unique termination board solution for HIMax safety controllers
Udo Bauer, Hannes Hunschofsky and Dr. Thorsten Kahlert have been recently appointed CEOs of the Compression Technology Strategic Business Unit, Safety Division and Engine Division
With the acquisition of Compact Dynamics and the cooperation with SEMIKRON, Schaeffler is adding new expertise to its existing technology portfolio and opening up new opportunities for growth in electric mobility
With this acquisition Pepperl+Fuchs complements the portfolio and the know-how in explosion protection with mobile solutions
The technology and engineering-based programme was designed to help oil and gas, petrochemical, refining and other manufacturing companies achieve top performance
Ecom Instruments introduced the hand-held scanner Ident-Ex® 01 and the BLE Beacon Loc-Ex® 01 for ATEX/IECEx Zone 1
Twisted Vine Brewery implemented Unitronics's PLC Vision1040™, paired with a V200-18-E3XB snap-in I/O module, to control a rotary phase converter, maintain their products at the optimum temperature while keeping low development and operating cost
Plant managers can upgrade existing control structures to PLc or SIL1 with a compact solution and minimal changes to the circuit. Bürkert's safety valves are a cheap solution to the problem, since they reduce energy usage and increase productivity
The acquisition is part of the company's strategic plan to establish its global presence in control, isolation, pressure relief valves and actuation in order to build a broader automation portfolio
The Prague-based company 2N Telekomunikace will provide the two Lift1 and Lift8 emergency call systems to complement the range provided by Schmersal Böhnke + Partner
The popular trade show will take place at the AECC in Aberdeen on Wednesday 31st August and Thursday 1st September and will bring together many companies that supply products and services specific to the offshore sector
UK design and manufacturing specialist for marine and defence applications Precision Technology was appointed as an official distributor of Oilgear hydraulic components
Dr. Guy Dovi-Akué gave up his position as chief physician at a German hospital and founded the company Do Pharma in Togo. Sterilization of infusion bottles became his main concern in a setting affected by severe epidemics
Interview with Mr. Morteza Seraj, Director for Process Automation at Mitsubishi Electric Europe, and Mr. Michael Suer, Director Life Science EMEA, Mitsubishi Electric Europe
The loop-powered Ex-d WirelessHART adapter from Pepperl+Fuchs is ideal for use in harsh environments. It ensures flawless wireless communication, fast commissioning and easy maintenance
For micro-volume control in analytical
The acquisition provides a strong manufacturing operations management (MOM) systems capability that builds upon and diversifies the capabilities of Wood Group Mustang's automation and control business
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