Federation Architecture | Part 2
Having introduced the principles of Federation Architecture in Part 1, this article examines their practical implications. It describes operational effects, limitations and areas of application, and situates FA within existing industrial architecture models.
read more...Market Analysis: Industrial Networks
A market analysis by HMS Networks shows that Industrial Ethernet accounts for 79% of all newly installed network nodes. Fieldbus technologies continue to lose ground.
read more...The Open Industry 4.0 Alliance (OI4 Alliance) is reorganizing its leadership. Michael Riester will take over the position of Managing Director from July 2026. His predecessor Ekrem Yigitdöl is leaving the organization at his own request.
read more...Schaeffler expands its Defense division
Schaeffler is making new appointments to the management of its subsidiary STech Defence GmbH. Celia Pelaz will take over the position of CEO "Defence & New Space" on October 1, 2026 and will manage the business of the Munich-based company.
read more...The analog mix module 'AM 821' from Sigmatek's S-DIAS series has eight analog differential inputs with 16-bit resolution and two analog outputs.
read more...Ionos and Q.ANT want to jointly advance photonic processor technologies for AI and high-performance computers. The aim of the partnership is to build energy-efficient and sovereign AI infrastructures in Europe.
read more...New test laboratory in Neu-Isenburg
UL Solutions has started construction of a new laboratory for electromagnetic compatibility and wireless communication in Neu-Isenburg. The facility is set to expand testing capacities for industrial systems, medical technology, consumer goods and automotive technology in Europe from mid-2027.
read more...Federation Architecture | Part 1
AI is shifting threat models for industrial infrastructures. Federation Architecture proposes a disciplined middle ground between isolation and full integration - with edge autonomy, one-way data flow, and human approval.
read more...Teamviewer has introduced key enhancements to its industry solutions 'Agentless Access' and 'Assist AR'. The company is thus strengthening its AI-supported offering at the interface between operational technology (OT) and IT.
read more...At Hannover Messe 2026, the Profibus User Organization (PNO) elected a new Board of Directors and Advisory Board. The focus was on technology updates, financial figures and the strategic expansion towards integrated communication and automation solutions.
read more...Bosch Rexroth, ServiceNow and Initiative...
Bosch Rexroth, ServiceNow and the Next Level Mittelstand initiative are expanding the any.site AI network. The aim is to make industrial knowledge more readily available and support the digital transformation in manufacturing.
read more...Portal for data exchange in mechanical...
VDMA and Innovalia are jointly developing a data room portal for mechanical and plant engineering. It is intended to facilitate the secure exchange of data and accelerate the use of data-based applications in industry.
read more...Schaeffler has been awarded the German Innovation Award 2026. The prize was awarded for an industrial metaverse approach that links real production processes with digital simulations and enables AI-supported manufacturing.
read more...Germany and France have presented a joint report on industrial artificial intelligence. The document bundles priorities, technical fields of action and recommendations for the development of a European AI ecosystem.
read more...Keysight and Sateliot win an ESA and GSMA competition for 6G innovations. The award went to a concept for the secure integration of satellite and terrestrial networks based on blockchain, AI and machine learning.
read more...A large majority in Germany would like more digital independence. According to the Bitkom survey, 99% consider more sovereignty to be important, while at the same time many feel that switching to European providers is too time-consuming.
read more...With the 'cExpress-R8' module from Adlink, Rutronik offers a high-performance solution for AI-supported edge computing systems.
read more...With 'EMS modular with ASi-5', SEW-Eurodrive is expanding its 'Movi-C' modular automation system to include an automation solution for electrified monorail systems.
read more...The 'STARK' research project has been launched at the Produktionstechnisches Zentrum Berlin. The aim is to develop an AI-supported system that secures and makes experience-based knowledge in companies accessible - particularly against the backdrop of demographic change.
read more...Supply bottlenecks are hitting German industrial companies harder than their European competitors. According to a survey of more than 1,500 companies, a third of companies in Germany are reporting a significant impact on their business. The supply of semiconductors remains particularly critical.
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