
Trade fair and congress grow again
In 2018, the 'embedded world' trade fair was able to improve on the record results of the previous year. The accompanying congress was also busier than ever.
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In 2018, the 'embedded world' trade fair was able to improve on the record results of the previous year. The accompanying congress was also busier than ever.

In collaboration with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Framos has developed 3D glasses that offer visually impaired people a new way of exploring their surroundings. Visual signals are converted into acoustic and haptic signals.

Extension units can be used to add haptic elements to HMI devices. There are several options for the connection - from direct hard wiring to bus-compatible communication via Profinet or Profisafe.

For the embedded sector, especially for industrial environments, Polyrack presents the PanelPC 2 series.

From February 27 to March 1, 2018, the Nuremberg exhibition halls made room for everything to do with embedded systems technology. Computer&AUTOMATION presents a selection of new products that were on show at the stands of the 16th embedded world.

The HGW 1033 wireless handheld operating device from Sigmatek has an industrial-grade 10.1-inch multi-touch display (PCT). Wireless data transmission eliminates the need for meters of cable on the production floor.

Siemens has announced its figures for the first quarter: the company is growing in terms of both order intake and sales - thanks to strong contributions from the Mobility and Digital Factory Divisions. In contrast, the result of the Industrial Business declined.

What products are there on the growing mobile automation market? Computer&AUTOMATION presents a selection of new products in a series of pictures.
Mobile devices are inexpensive, constantly online and with their apps, up-to-date information is quickly available at all times. This also opens up potential in the industrial environment, but requires well thought-out integration.
The following should apply in every industrial company: The safety of employees comes first! Lone worker protection concepts can now be implemented cost-effectively and efficiently using a smartphone or tablet.