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Sensors and measurement technology
In 2016, the sensor and measurement technology sector generated a 4% increase in turnover, invested more and also increased its export ratio. The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement has announced the latest industry figures.
read more...The 'Open Integration' partner program is intended to help reduce risks during the commissioning of systems and simplify the integration of components into automation systems. Peter Rippen, Director Strategic Alliances at Endress+Hauser, explains the status quo.
read more...To avoid unnecessary Profinet connections, the universal drivers from PQ Plus enable direct connection of UMD measuring devices to automation devices via Ethernet with Modbus TCP.
read more...Endress+Hauser / Rockwell Automation
Together with the measurement technology specialist Endress+Hauser, the US automation company Rockwell Automation has inaugurated a test facility in Maulburg, where measuring devices are to be tested and validated under real conditions at an early stage of development.
read more...The Board of Directors of National Instruments has appointed Alex Davern (49) as the company's future CEO and President. As of January 1, 2017, he will take over the position from Dr. James Truchard (73), who will remain active as Chairman of the Supervisory Board.
read more...Knick Elektronische Messgeräte is repositioning itself. To this end, the company has expanded its management team and reorganized responsibilities.
read more...The IT & Business trade fair opens its doors in Stuttgart from October 4 to 6. The topic of Industry 4.0 will be high on the agenda - with the expanded special show 'Smart Factory' and a new showcase.
read more...Google's Tango technology gives devices spatial perception. Lenovo has now unveiled the first smartphone with a 3D image sensor chip from Infineon.
read more...What innovations are there for industrial users on the measurement technology market? Computer&AUTOMATION has summarized a selection of new products in a series of pictures.
read more...Industrial automation/measurement technology
Yokogawa has appointed Andreas Helget as the new CEO of its German headquarters. He is now responsible for the 'Industrial Automation' division in Ratingen and the 'Test and Measurement Technology' division in Herrsching, as well as three Customer Centric Offices in Germany.
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