3rd place: Hummel - One Cable for M16, M23 and M40

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3rd place - Hummel

Hummel presents hybrid connectors in the M16, M23 and M40 series, including the M23 Hybrid Type 2 (4+4+4+PE) with four power contacts. The M23 Hybrid connector is DC-capable, meaning it can also be used in DC networks. The four Ethernet contacts transmit data up to 500 Mbit/s with power processing of up to 28 A/630 V. They are designed for data transmission via Single Pair Ethernet or DSL. More...

The transmission of power, signal and Ethernet in one connector is what makes Hummel's solution so unique, says Markus Henninger, Vice President Product Line Circular Connectors at Hummel. Flexibility is also essential. Find out what this means in terms of connectors in the interview.

2nd place in the electromechanics category

2nd place: Murrelektronik - uKonn-X digital solution

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2nd place - Murrelektronik

There is great potential for increasing efficiency in the planning and installation of electrical automation technology. Murrelektronik is therefore presenting a digitally and visually supported system that simplifies the planning and implementation of the electrical installation of machines. The uKonn-X digital solution works as follows: The installer of a machine uses a mobile scanner to read a machine-readable code printed on Murrelektronik's connectors. More...

Murrelektronik's digital solution aims to ensure that you never have to rewire incorrectly again. Sebastian Pfestorf, Team Leader Digital Business, explains exactly how this works.

1st place in the electromechanics category

1st place: Igus - Energy chain made from completely recycled material

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1st place - Igus

Igus launched the first energy chain product made from 100% recycled materials on the market in 2022: the cradle-chain E2.1.CG is a complete energy chain range made from the new material igumid CG. Numerous tests in our own test laboratory show that the new energy chain has almost the same technical properties and load limits as the energy chain made from the standard material igumid G. It is also available at the same price as the energy chains made from the standard material. More...

One example of sustainability as a competitive factor is the recycled energy chains from Igus. Lena Naumann, head of the chainge division at Igus, knows the challenges that come with a conscious decision for sustainability. She is delighted that the company's commitment has been recognized and already has the next projects in mind.