3 questions to... Beckhoff Automation"The key to uncompromising networking of IT and OT"
What role does software play in the successful networking of IT and OT? And how is it coordinated with the hardware? Felix Wildemann from Beckhoff Automation provides an overview.
Beckhoff Automation realizes open automation systems based on PC-based control technology. The product range comprises the main areas of Industrial PC, I/O and fieldbus components, drive technology and automation software. Product lines are available for all areas, which function as individual components or in combination as a complete, coordinated control system. This New Automation Technology stands for universal and industry-independent control and automation solutions that are used worldwide in a wide variety of applications - from CNC-controlled machine tools to intelligent building control systems. Since the company was founded in 1980, the consistent development of innovative products and solutions based on PC-based control technology has formed the foundation of its continued success. Many standards in automation technology that are taken for granted today were recognized by Beckhoff at an early stage and successfully introduced to the market as innovations. The company headquarters in Verl, Germany, is the location for central departments such as development, production, administration, sales, marketing, support and service. The presence on the international market is ensured by subsidiaries. Beckhoff is represented in over 75 countries through worldwide cooperation partners.