
From sensor to intelligent system
Sensors, measurement technology and artificial intelligence are merging to form intelligent systems. From June 9 to 11, 2026, Sensor+Test in Nuremberg will showcase the most important trends in a changing industry.

The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement nominates three young companies for the AMA Innovation Award 2026. All three finalists are awarded the special prize 'Young Company' and are also nominated for the main prize.

Instrument Systems, supplier of high-precision light measurement technology and part of the Konica Minolta Group, has appointed Dr. Marc Lünnemann as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Lünnemann took over the position on January 1, 2026.
Three new people will strengthen the top management level of Endress+Hauser in the future: The Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Mirko Lehmann, Prof. Dr. Katja Windt and Helena Svensson to the Group's Executive Board.

The 'Optocontrol 2700' is a compact high-performance LED micrometer from Micro-Epsilon which, according to the manufacturer, offers precision, a high measuring rate and easy handling.

Axel Schwerdtfeger has been responsible for the Wika Group's Process Solutions division as Executive Vice President since October 1, 2025. As a member of the Executive Board, he is also involved in the development and implementation of the global corporate strategy.

Sensors and measurement technology
The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement (AMA) is inviting scientists and developers from industry and research to apply for the AMA Innovation Award 2026. We are looking for research and development results in sensor and measurement technology with recognizable market relevance.

Hikmicro, a subsidiary of Hikvision, has officially introduced Coriolis and ultrasonic flowmeters to the global metering market. The strategic expansion is a step towards the company's goal of offering an industrial platform that combines process control, predictive maintenance and safety in production in a single solution.

The Wika Group has taken over AB Svenska Industri Instrument SINI as a wholly-owned subsidiary as of August 1. This strengthens the global measurement technology manufacturer's presence in Sweden.

Industrial AI at SPS | Endress+Hauser
Industrial AI is also becoming increasingly relevant in process automation: although field devices themselves still make little use of it, it is already proving helpful in evaluation and peripheral devices as well as control systems. Christian Reichert, Director Engineered Solutions at Endress+Hauser, explains how his company is currently positioning itself in terms of AI.

On July 23, Janitza electronics acquired a majority stake in Digimondo from Hamburg - a strategic step on the way to becoming a complete solution provider for energy management and power quality.