Design Center opens in Deggendorf
On January 1, Avnet Embedded opened a new Design Center in Deggendorf. The company aims to further strengthen its design expertise in embedded products.
On January 1, Avnet Embedded opened a new Design Center in Deggendorf. The company aims to further strengthen its design expertise in embedded products.

In March, the giant freighter 'Ever Given' blocked the Suez Canal for days - and hundreds of ships had to wait until they could pass again. The problem has long since been resolved. But recipients in this country still have to wait for ordered goods.

Siemens CEO Roland Busch has warned against a confrontation with the People's Republic of China and called for "respectful interaction".

Readers' choice "Products of the year 2022"
96 products make up the list of nominees for this year's "Products of the Year 2022" readers' poll! Now your opinion counts: Which are the most innovative and useful products?
The time for broad-based research into artificial intelligence in Germany is over, says Peter Liggesmeyer. Instead, more attention should be paid to the requirements of industry.

Wolfram Schäfer, Managing Director of iT Engineering Software Innovations, explains in an interview how software is changing automation systems, what opportunities this is creating and what role the digital twin plays in this.

The Friedhelm Loh Group has expanded the resources of Eplan, Rittal and German Edge Cloud with technical expertise from Poland: The long-standing development partner Digital Technology Poland is now 100% part of the Group.

The recovery in the German mechanical engineering sector after the coronavirus crisis year 2020 is continuing. Nevertheless, the uncertain situation in the supply chain is making the VDMA more vigilant.

Interview with Florian Haidn, Aaronn
As a system integrator, Aaronn Electronic is also affected by supply bottlenecks. Early planning and the involvement of customers and suppliers is essential. Read the interview with Managing Director Florian Haidn to find out how Aaronn is tackling this challenge.

Here you can find all three issues of THE OFFICIAL DAILY, the official daily newspaper for SPS. The issues of all three publication days, packed with news and trends from the automation industry, are available to you as an e-paper with additional interactive features.

Artificial Intelligence Forum 2022
AI, machine learning, deep learning and neural networks are key technologies that enable systems to react and make decisions autonomously. The Artificial Intelligence Forum demonstrates the potential of the technology for industry. Submit your presentation now!
The full version of eManage has also been available since the release of the new Eplan 2022 platform in September. This fee-based expansion stage of the cloud software allows the first steps to be taken towards round-trip-capable engineering in automation.

Less hate, fewer counterfeit products and more fairness online - this is what the EU member states want to ensure with their position on two groundbreaking digital laws. Although Germany has agreed, it considers parts of the agreement to be inadequate.
Interview with Philipp Wallner, Mathworks
Modern production systems are becoming increasingly complex. This is also reflected in the software code. Good tools are therefore essential for development. Philipp Wallner explains how MathWorks supports companies and manufacturers.

The 'Climate Pathways 2.0' study shows: Automation is crucial for achieving climate protection targets. According to the ZVEI, this should also ensure growth next year.

Rittal is doing away with paper and making data usable for operation and service. A digital circuit diagram called 'ePocket' ensures this. Uwe Scharf, Managing Director Business Units and Marketing at Rittal, reveals the details behind it.
SPS 2021 was to take place in a hybrid trade fair format for the first time, but the current coronavirus situation made a real trade fair experience impossible. But you don't have to miss out on news about the industry get-together.

Looking for the right development partner or supplier at SPS 2021? Then take a look at our current market overview for SPS 2021, which presents companies that would have exhibited at the trade fair.
The digital twin is primarily associated with industry. However, the digital blueprint can be more than just a means of analyzing systems and processes. On the whole, the technology is a key to greater sustainability and climate protection.

This year, SPS will take place as a hybrid trade fair for the first time, supplemented by the digital platform SPS on air. The combination of the digital and physical world offers all participant groups worldwide the opportunity to be part of SPS 2021. Information on ticketing.