True intelligence in a machine is characterized by the analysis options that are available in the event of a fault. Cloud technologies open up interesting approaches to machine optimization, predictive maintenance and even new business models.
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According to initial estimates by VDMA economists, global machine sales rose by a nominal 10% to a new record level. Adjusted for currency and price effects, however, global sales stagnated. The figures in detail.
read more...With 'RAMI 4.0', Bitkom, VDMA and ZVEI have jointly defined a three-dimensional reference architecture for Industry 4.0. What exactly is behind this model and what are the details of the terms used in it?
read more...Mechanical engineering exports to the USA
According to the VDMA, German mechanical engineering companies are optimistic: despite the VW emissions scandal, they expect more business with the USA, the partner country of the 2016 Hannover Messe, in 2016. However, the VDMA warns against too much euphoria.
read more...Prof. Dr. Johanna Wanka, Federal Minister of Education and Research, will announce the winner of the Hermes Award 2016 on April 24 following the opening ceremony of the Hannover Messe. The jury has now nominated the five finalists.
read more...In March 2016, Untitled Exbitions, organizer of 'All About Automation', launched its regional trade fair series: In Essen, 109 exhibitors presented their industrial automation technology products to 1,074 visitors. The next trade fair "stop" is Friedrichshafen.
read more...Over 900 exhibitors from 32 countries are expected at Control from April 26 to 29, 2016. The world's leading trade fair for quality assurance is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
read more...The current version 4.10 of Softing's Datafeed OPC Suite provides OPC UA client functionality and can be used in various OPC UA gateway solutions.
read more...With a series of customized runtime systems, the manufacturer 3S-Smart Software Solutions simplifies the use of the Codesys system software for control applications on various device platforms.
read more...Dr. Thomas Albers left the company Wago Kontakttechnik on March 1, 2016.
read more...Even though nine out of ten companies see Industry 4.0 as an opportunity, many companies have not yet defined a corresponding strategy or responsibilities. This is the conclusion of the study 'Industry 4.0 after the initial hype' by McKinsey&Company.
read more...Taxes with open source platforms
Raspberry Pi, Arduino & Co. - these platforms have so far been used in the industrial environment for training purposes or in development or prototype projects. To what extent are these 'mini-computers' also suitable for professional use in the machine or factory?
read more...Siemens is expanding its offering for the 'Digital Enterprise' - the end-to-end digital company. At Hannover Messe 2016, the company will be showcasing innovations in power distribution, automation and drive technology as well as industrial software.
read more...Adding a SCADA system to an existing building automation system - that was the approach taken by the operators of the Stockwerk office center to modernize the building management system. A standardized interface between the control system and control technology simplified the project planning.
read more...Weidmüller offers the JB 25-50 and EBB 25-50/16 terminal blocks for decentralized equipotential bonding. They are designed to enable the installation of a ring cable in 25 to 50 mm², which brings together the potentials in the entire building.
read more...Hitex, a provider of software and debugging tools for embedded systems, has developed a self-test library that is specially tailored to Infineon's XMC4000 microcontroller family.
read more...Mechanical engineering companies in Germany were able to slightly increase their exports in 2015, setting a new export record despite all the uncertainties in the markets - according to the industry association VDMA.
read more...Despite a new record result for machine tool production in 2015, the VDW is cautiously optimistic about the new year. The association recently presented how the industry figures are developing and where the market potential lies for German manufacturers.
read more...National Instruments is now presenting a family of industrial controllers that are predestined for use on 'smart machines' and in intelligent systems for the Industrial Internet of Things. Rahman Jamal, Global Technology & Marketing Director, explains the philosophy and strategy behind the product family.
read more...ABB published its business figures for the fourth quarter and full year 2015 at the beginning of February. The figures were down, mainly due to the Industrial Automation and Drives and Process Automation divisions.
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