The 'Modular Vision' series from Seco is a platform concept with scalable HMIs based on Arm and x86. The series currently comprises three members in sizes 7, 10 and 15 inches with resolutions from 1024×600 up to FullHD (1920×1080) and a brightness of >400 cd/m2.

In many organizations, networked IT and OT infrastructures are two completely different worlds. Functionally, this will remain acceptable in the future. However, the new legal requirements for cyber security require a common working level.

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Four leading additive manufacturing companies are now founding the "Additive Manufacturing Industrialization Navigator" (AM I Navigator) initiative to support users in the introduction of additive manufacturing.

Red Hat now offers Device Edge, a hybrid cloud-ready Linux, lightweight Kubernetes and automation for remote and remote edge locations.

Even a single error in the production process can cost companies money, resources and time. The cause is often due to changes in programming or the configuration of individual machines. Preparation for the worst case scenario lies in the transparency of all assets.

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If information from sensitive production networks or critical infrastructures is required for further processing, data diodes such as the 'cyber-diode' from Genua are a good choice.

TE Connectivity (TE) is presenting a safety product line for robotics, warehouse automation and industrial machines, which includes compact Type 2 and Type 4 safety light curtains 'SLC' in accordance with EN IEC 61496-1/-2.

The secure industrial routers of the 'EDR-G9010' and 'TN-4900' series from Moxa have received the world's first IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 (SL2) certification.

'Endian 4i Edge XL' is an IoT security gateway from Endian optimized for the use of Docker and edge computing.

Pilz is expanding its portfolio of solenoid interlocks with 'PSENmlock mini' for space-critical applications and 'PSENslock 2' with optimized hygienic design.

With the acquisition of EcoAct from Atos, Schneider Electric is further expanding its range of sustainability consulting services.

Germany's mechanical engineering companies do not have high expectations for the coming year. This is not only due to the drop in demand.

The 'ecomatDisplays' with a 4.3 inch screen diagonal from ifm electronic offer a high-resolution display and good readability even under extreme viewing angles or difficult lighting conditions for use in mobile machines.

With the 'IGW/936A', SSV has developed a special gateway for cyber-secure OT/IT integration tasks.

In industry, most grippers are pneumatically operated, but this is not suitable for hygienic environments. Here, grippers with electric drives from Faulhaber are used.

Redur launches the 4R21.3 plug-in cable transformer. The 4R21 small signal converters from the 'Regulus' series are available for primary rated currents from 50 to 500 A and a round conductor dimension of 21 mm.

Lenord+Bauer is expanding its portfolio of digital 'minicoders': With an MHSSI interface (Mitsubishi High Speed Serial Interface), they offer a resolution of up to 67,108,864 positions per revolution (26 bit).

Artificial intelligence not only fascinates many users, but also attracts major investors. Three German corporations and other investors are now investing a large sum to further develop the German AI company Aleph Alpha.

Artificial intelligence automates and optimizes HR processes in many areas. The introduction of AI tools can be particularly useful in recruiting. But where there are many opportunities, there are also pitfalls.

The insolvent Munich-based robotics start-up Franka Emika is being sold. The buyer is the German-Chinese company Agile Robots.