The new unmanaged switch '10Base-T1L SPE' from Weidmüller offers a range of one kilometer and power transmission with class A Profinet conformity.

In today's fast-paced industrial environment, it is essential that production processes run smoothly and efficiently. However, one critical aspect that is often overlooked is the importance of PLC backup and restore procedures.

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OPC UA is also establishing itself as a standard for the exchange of process data between controllers. The next step is now to extend the concepts developed for the controller-to-controller use case for the controller-to-device and device-to-device use cases.

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At Fachpack, the European trade fair for packaging, technology and processes in Nuremberg from September 24 - 26, 2024, Sick will be presenting sensor solutions for process and quality control as well as machine safety.

Complex intralogistics processes become a challenge when not only the pure conveying of parcels, packages, unit loads or load carriers has to be ensured, but also picking, sealing and packing have to be integrated into the process.

According to the manufacturer, the 'ReliaCOR 54-13' embedded PC from Inonet is one of the first embedded computers made in Germany to be certified for AI applications in accordance with IEC 62443-4-2. It therefore meets the requirements of industrial safety standards, as required by NIS-2 and CRA.

Delta Logic has updated the 'Accon OPC UA Server' software to version 1.4.0.0. The new features include support for TIA Portal projects of version V19 and for the latest firmware for CPUs of the Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 controllers.

The 'VO330570' optical displacement measuring system from ipf with a scanning range of 15 to 60 mm detects all moving objects without contact and therefore without slippage, regardless of material or color.

The annual SmartFactory-KL Innovation Day has been taking place since 2008. And so it is no exaggeration to speak of a tradition when the industry event brings experts from industry, research and politics to Kaiserslautern.

New Automation, the training association for industrial companies in the field of automation technology, has expanded its board and set up new projects for young talent.

In view of the increasing damage caused by cyber attacks and EU directives such as the CRA, holistic cybersecurity is becoming indispensable. Dr. Christopher Tebbe, security expert, and Kilian Fröhlich, manager in OT security consulting, explain how Wago is tackling this.

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Delta has announced the appointment of Michael Mayer-Rosa as Head of IRS (Intelligent Robot System) effective August 1, 2024, with responsibility for the global cobot business.

Rockwell Automation has appointed Emmanuel Guilhamon as Vice President, Sustainability, effective July 1. Guilhamon will report to Becky House, Senior Vice President, Chief People and Legal Officer.

Kuka has founded a new business division. With 'Kuka Digital', the Augsburg-based company known for its orange industrial robots and automation solutions is expanding its software and digital business.

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VISION 2024 will be larger and more international and will address the latest industry topics. The forum with the Industrial VISION Days, the Scientific VISION Days and the VISION Award as well as the trend topics of synthetic data, 3D imaging and AI will be in the spotlight.

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The German electrical and digital industry started the second half of 2024 with a fifth more orders (+20.8% year-on-year).

Gefran has extended the measuring range of the 'GSH-A' series so that the latest draw-wire sensor in the range can realize a stroke of 10 to 12.5 m.

Forcepoint has launched a solution for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) which, according to the company, uses artificial intelligence to provide real-time visibility of data in multi-clouds, networks and on end devices.

Hy-Line Technology is expanding its portfolio of 5G-capable industrial routers and gateways.

Are gpt-4o and Google Gemini also suitable for evaluating code quality and code structures? Or would developers be better off using traditional software tools? Questions that are worth a closer look.

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