Schildknecht (www.computer-automation.de)
Profisafe via 5G
How efficient is a 5G infrastructure in terms of functional safety? The third and final part of this series of articles describes laboratory experiments carried out with Profisafe via Profinet within a 5G network using typical industrial components.
read more...Part 1 of the 5G series (www.computer-automation.de)
Key to the 'factory of tomorrow'?
5G can play a key role in the digitalization of manufacturing processes in the future. This series of articles deals with the prerequisites that need to be created for this. The first part deals with the characteristics of 5G and typical applications in manufacturing.
read more...Interview with Thomas Schildknecht (www.computer-automation.de)
Profisafe over 5G
How does the transmission of Profisafe via Profinet using 5G behave? This question is the focus of the BMBF-funded 5GANG project. Thomas Schildknecht explains the initial results.
read more...Schildknecht (www.computer-automation.de)
Patience is required when it comes to 5G
The benefits of 5G for automation technology will materialize, but it will take longer than many expected or hoped - this is the assessment of Thomas Schildknecht, Managing Director of the Murr-based company of the same name.
read more...Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
Collect and analyze data
What options for IoT connectivity are currently available in the manufacturing and industrial environment to implement big data applications? Computer&AUTOMATION has compiled a selection of current products from this area in a series of images.
read more...Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
News from the field of predictive maintenance
In the course of Industry 4.0, remote control - i.e. remote access to machines and systems - is generally gaining in importance. The picture gallery shows a selection of current products in this area.
read more...Industrial networks / 5G (www.computer-automation.de)
Where there are still problems with 5G
5G in automation - a hot topic at the moment. How quickly can we actually expect 5G to be used in industry? What obstacles still need to be overcome? Thomas Schildknecht summarizes the key points in this interview.
read more...Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
Building blocks for Industry 4.0
I4.0-capable components on machines and systems are essential for the smart factory of the future - everything from sensors and control systems to cloud connectivity is required. Below is a small selection.
read more...Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
Current products for Cloud in Industry
The topic of the cloud is also making great strides in the factory environment. Computer&AUTOMATION presents the latest products from the 'Cloud in Industry' sector in a series of images.
read more...5G mobile communications standard (www.industrial-production.de)
5G for automation technology
The 5th generation is regarded as the enabling technology for Industry 4.0, Industrial IoT and autonomous vehicles. But how will 5G mobile technology be used in industry and automation technology? An analysis from the perspective of a system manufacturer.
read more...Sensor+Test 2019 (www.industrial-production.de)
Bluetooth low-energy radio transmitter for Track & Trace
The DataEagle Beacon from Schildknecht is a small Bluetooth low-energy radio transmitter that sends short signals for orientation, presence detection or information transmission to the immediate surroundings.
read more...Hanover Fair 2019 (www.computer-automation.de)
New products at the industrial trade fair
'Industrial Intelligence' - this is the guiding theme of the Hannover Messe 2019. Computer&AUTOMATION shows an excerpt of the products that can be seen in Hanover in a picture gallery.
read more...Schildknecht (www.computer-automation.de)
Safety via Bluetooth
Schildknecht announced a partnership with the EPSG. The goal: the secure and stable transmission of the openSafety protocol via Bluetooth data radio.
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OpenSafety via Bluetooth
Schildknecht has announced a partnership with the EPSG. The aim: the safe and stable transmission of the openSafety protocol via Bluetooth radio data transmission.
read more...Wireless (www.computer-automation.de)
Cable replacement in process plants
Replacing cables with radio links has been a tried and tested technology in mobile telephony for decades, and something similar is now also being developed in process technology systems. A Schildknecht development in the form of the "M12 Wireless Distribution System" is geared towards this.
read more...Hanover Fair 2018 (www.computer-automation.de)
New products at the industrial trade fair
'Integrated Industry - Connect & Collaborate' - this is the motto of the world's most important industrial trade fair, Hannover Messe 2018. Computer&AUTOMATION shows an excerpt of the products that can be seen in Hanover in a picture gallery.
read more...Remote maintenance / remote control (www.computer-automation.de)
IoT edge gateway ensures power supply
For free-moving mobile cranes, the power supply must be ensured onboard - for example in the form of a battery container. The IoT edge gateway and connection to the cloud open up new possibilities for monitoring this around the clock.
read more...Schildknecht (www.computer-automation.de)
From Bluetooth to 5G
Radio instead of cables - this topic is occupying more and more machine and plant manufacturers. Schildknecht is presenting new solutions specifically for Bluetooth Low Energy and is also addressing the future topic of 5G.
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