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Information generated by measuring devices is indispensable for the control and regulation of processes - but also for the development of new concepts for Industry 4.0. However, it is not about digitalization at any price.
read more...In the digital transformation, the search for new, disruptive business models has given way to a stronger focus on benefits: instead of categorically questioning the old, the aim is to digitize existing business models.
read more...A huge obstacle on the way to Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT) is still the separation between the IT world and production technology or 'Operational Technology' (OT). Together with SAP, Mitsubishi Electric wants to close this gap.
read more...The remote visualization of an S7 project and an additional display of process data makes sense for many applications - for example for mobile operation of a larger system. This is how it works free of charge.
read more...Remaining competitive requires the ability to adapt quickly to market changes. The 'Maturity Index' is designed to help companies determine their own level of Industry 4.0 maturity and, based on this, identify the necessary fields of action.
read more...Around six years of discussions about Industry 4.0 are now behind us: Where does the industry stand today? What challenges still lie ahead? Dr. Hans Krattenmacher, Head of Development for the Electronics division at SEW-Eurodrive in Bruchsal, gives his opinion.
read more...In the age of Industry 4.0 and IIoT, remote maintenance solutions must offer more than just remote access to machines and systems in the event of a fault. Cloud-based portal concepts in particular open up many new possibilities, for example for data-based services.
read more...More and more sensors that generate more and more data, plus more and more high-resolution cameras - and all increasingly in moving applications: The demands on transmission technology are growing rapidly with Industry 4.0! Cables must not become a bottleneck.
read more...When developing IoT solutions, users have to contend with many different standards. Against this backdrop, an open cloud API that integrates a wide variety of sensor connections and scalable IoT gateway solutions can help.
read more...Among other things, Industry 4.0 provides for the flexible conversion of modular production systems in the sense of 'plug & play'. Future safety concepts must also take this into account. Ethernet-based communication plays a key role here.
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