Frank Stührenberg hands over to Dirk Görlitzer
At the end of the year, Frank Stührenberg will hand over the position of CEO of Phoenix Contact to Dirk Görlitzer. Until then, there will be dual leadership.
read more...Industrial Controls
read more...IIoT functions for compact PLCs
Mitsubishi Electric has updated the 'FX5-ENET' Ethernet module to provide Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) functionality in installations using 'Melsec iQ-F' series PLCs.
read more...Risk reduction in hazardous environments
Monitoring pumps in industrial processes is more than just a protective measure for the pump unit. In addition to preventive maintenance and the recording of operating data, ignition source monitoring has become increasingly important, especially in hazardous environments.
read more...Supports tractor element management
Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) has developed the 'BCX.4cs-ag' on-board control unit for agricultural machinery, which supports the bidirectional communication required for Tractor-Implement-Management via Isobus.
read more...For personal use
Siemens operates vertical farming for its own use at its site in Frankfurt. Siemens technology is used here. What works here on a small scale is also a future field for agriculture in general.
read more...Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
The EDAI project
In the EDAI project, researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) are combining the design of AI algorithms and AI chips. EDAI is based on open source software to facilitate access to AI-based solutions, particularly for small and medium-sized companies.
read more...Management change in Central Europe
Rockwell Automation announces significant changes to its leadership team for the German-speaking market. The company has appointed three new Managing Directors for Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
read more...The new engineering roadmap
With its new Engineering Roadmap, the Industry 4.0 Research Advisory Council of the German Academy of Science and Engineering (acatech) presents a framework for specific research priorities over the next ten years. Target image: self-generating systems
read more...Siemens quarterly figures Q2/2024
Industrial business almost at previous year's level
Siemens achieved a "solid performance" in the second quarter of the fiscal year, with strong growth in the industrial software business in particular. Overall, revenue was almost unchanged compared to the same period last year.
read more...Relaxation in sight, but...
Despite a low order intake in March, there are initial signs of an easing in the mechanical and plant engineering sector: foreign orders have bottomed out, according to the VDMA. However, it is too early to breathe a sigh of relief.
read more...The top articles in April 2024
The most-read articles in April demonstrate the innovative strength of the automation industry and its ability to adapt new technologies.
read more...Phoenix Contact at the Hannover Messe
Strategic technology partnership with Festo
Festo will use PLCnext Technology, the open ecosystem from Phoenix Contact, in future intelligent devices. In this way, both companies want to combine their innovative strength with the aim of taking industrial automation to a new level.
read more...Siemens presents AI product for engineering
At Hannover Messe 2024, Siemens is presenting the first generative artificial intelligence (AI) product for engineering in an industrial environment. The Industrial Copilot, a generative AI-supported assistant, is seamlessly connected to the TIA Portal
read more...E-Paper: HANNOVER MESSE DAILY Day 1
HANNOVER MESSE 2024 starts today, and WEKA Business Medien editors will be there for you again this year, reporting from the halls and the press conferences. You can always read the news from the exhibitors first in the "HANNOVER MESSE DAILY" issues.
read more...Audi uses virtual control
In future, Audi AG will operate production lines with server-based control systems. Audi intends to use Codesys technology for control virtualization - both for functional and safe controls.
read more...Fraunhofer at the Hannover Messe
Cutting-edge technology and practical solutions
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is represented at the Hannover Messe with a large joint stand. 18 Fraunhofer Institutes, Groups and Alliances are presenting a total of 43 exhibits from various subject areas.
read more...Industrial Control as a Service
Four companies have set out to completely virtualize the infrastructure and control of a production plant in a development project. The first results are now available.
read more...Interview with Frank Stührenberg
A question of balance
In this interview, Frank Stührenberg, CEO of Phoenix Contact, talks about the future of energy supply, value-oriented action, competition from China and what excuses he will not accept when it comes to the further development of his company.
read more...Taxes & rules - The winners
The winning products in the 'Control & Regulation' category are proof of a paradigm shift in control technology.
read more...Managing director leaves the ship
After 37 years at Bucher Automation, Managing Director Michael Preuß is retiring from the company for personal reasons. His successor will be Stephan Pies.
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