With the Sinamics S220, Siemens sets new standards in performance and safety. The new multi-axis control unit CU320-3 significantly increases computing power and response speed. As part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, the drive system supports digital workflows, the highest safety standards, and sustainable industrial applications.
read more...SMC Germany has appointed Robert Angel as the new Managing Director at its headquarters in Egelsbach. He succeeds Daniel Langmeier, who will continue to lead SMC Switzerland and will also drive forward strategic tasks.
read more...Global industry is embarking on a new investment cycle in which automation plays a central role. SPS - Smart Production Solutions reflects this development. We are actively accompanying this change. In this English-language edition, we look back at the highlights of SPS and look at how the trade fair's international strategy supports technology transfer and market development worldwide.
read more...55,938 visitors and 1,175 exhibitors once again made SPS 2025 a key industry gathering. The proportion of international companies increased, and presentations on Industrial AI were particularly popular.
read more...SPS - Smart Production Solutions Guangzhou has recorded a high level of exhibitor participation just a few months before the start of the trade fair. The trade fair showcases new solutions for automation, robotics and industrial digitalization.
read more...Schaeffler has announced the appointment of Maximilian Fiedler (38) as Regional CEO Asia/Pacific effective January 1, 2026. In this role, he will be a member of the Executive Board of the Schaeffler Group and represent the Asia/Pacific region.
read more...Start of construction for new production hall
Mayr Antriebstechnik strengthens location and international logistics: Construction of a new hall in Mauerstetten - parallel expansion of the plant in Poland as a logistics hub.
read more...The ifo Institute is revising its economic forecast downwards: It expects growth of just 0.1% in 2025 and 0.8% in 2026. The reasons for this are structural change, bureaucracy and US tariffs.
read more...KEB Automation is expanding its drive portfolio for turboblowers, compressors and other high-speed applications: In addition to liquid-cooled high-speed drives, an air-cooled version will also be available in future.
read more...With around 56,000 visitors and a clear increase on the previous year, SPS 2025 presented itself as a well-used platform for smart automation.
read more...Interview with David Bedford Guaus, Inovance
From AC drives to cobots, Inovance showcases a complete automation solution at SPS 2025. 'INO AIR', the new wireless servo system, enables precise, real-time motion control without complex wiring. An Interview with David Bedford Guaus.
read more...'Gear ProSelect' from WEG is aimed at all those who are regularly involved in the selection and design of gearboxes and geared motors in mechanical and plant engineering, including design engineers, technical purchasers and OEMs.
read more...The automation industry is counting down the days until the SPS - and we make sure that every visit is twice as worthwhile. Stop by the Pelemedia stand and spin the wheel of fortune: every spin wins and guarantees you an attractive prize.
read more...With the DIP, AMKmotion is launching synchronous servomotors with high power density, compact design and up to three times the acceleration of comparable drives.
read more...Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen relies on Stöber
For the ‘BA space3’ machining center, which is suitable for large, heavy workpieces, Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen relies on Stöber’s ‘PHQ’ servo gearboxes with four planetary gears, with features including high-quality helical gearing and maximum torsional and tilting stiffness.
read more...Faulhaber has several new additions to its range of DC micromotors: the GXR 1437 family of motors with copper-graphite commutation and the SXR 1424 and SXR 1437 motors with precious metal commutation.
read more...Business calls for a reduction in bureaucracy
Nine leading business associations criticize the failure of Omnibus I in the European Parliament and call on the EU and the German government to swiftly implement the planned reduction in bureaucracy to ease the burden on companies.
read more...The integrated 'ST NEMA24-310-48-T1' motor from item Industrietechnik can be connected to the supplier's Linear Units as a plug-and-play component without the need for a separate control unit or complex cabling.
read more...Groschopp Drives & More has expanded the functionality of the 'RBD-S+' servo controller. With a second CAN interface, it now covers a wider range of applications and is therefore an alternative for applications where a classic PLC would be oversized.
read more...For the first time in almost 20 years, the Lenze Group's owner family is returning to the operational side of the business. Lena Günther and Dr. Moritz Belling take on management roles and are to help shape the automation specialist's future program.
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