With a focus on open source
The e-paper of issue 12/2022
Smart, innovative, trend-setting - this is how the automation sector presents itself. It sets the pace for the industry. But which are the most innovative, useful and interesting products? We present the nominations in the current issue.
Topic highlights
- News from the industry (page 6)
- VDMA expects further growth
10% increase forecast for 2023 (page 12) - "The foundation of industrial manufacturing"
ZVEI defines the challenges for automation technology (page 13) - "A path through the zoo of standards"
Update on OPC UA (page 14) - Title: Products of the year 2023 - your vote counts! (page 38)
- A secure grip in the box
The benefits of 3D gripping point detection (page 34) - Manufacturer-independent integration of AGVs
Interview with Alexander Melkus, Sigmatek (page 36) - Simulation as a good data basis for investment decisions
Interview with Frank Woortmann, Phoenix Contact (page 37)
IN FOCUS: Open source
- The virtual edge gateway
What is the potential of Docker technology? (page 16) - Using the PLC like a smartphone
Dealing with industrial apps (page 20) - A breath of fresh air
The Hilscher company after the generation change (page 21) - The starting signal has been given
The market launch of the virtual IEC 61131 controller Logiccloud (page 22) - Achieving digital sovereignty
Achieving sovereignty through cooperation in IT security (page 23) - USB drive as a gateway
How to manage the cyber threat (page 25) - Ready for remote access?
The challenges of an IIoT landscape (page 28) - 5G deployment under the microscope
5G or WLAN - the decision criteria (page 30)
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