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For 25 years, Computer&Automation has accompanied the growing influence of IT in automation technology. Ultimately, IT and automation can no longer be clearly separated. In this anniversary issue, you can read about the importance that automation could have in the future.
read more...In a two-part series of articles, we shed light on the PLC's path to virtual control. In this second part of the article series, the focus is on functionally safe controllers - i.e. safety controllers. Can they also be virtualized?
read more...It's not just Computer&Automation that has reason to celebrate this year - numerous companies in the industry are also celebrating anniversaries in 2023. And whether it's ten, 50 or even 100 years - they all share a sense of pride in what they have achieved.
read more...It all started with the terminal block, says Hans-Jürgen Koch from Phoenix Contact. Today, the company's goal is to fully electrify the world. For the future, Koch is certain that companies should cooperate more in areas that are not market-differentiating.
read more...Jerry Duque has been General Manager of Hima in North America since July 1, 2023. He had already assumed the role of legal representative there on December 1, 2022.
read more...Pilz and Pintsch are jointly developing control and signalling technology for the digitalization of railroads. The cooperation partners are taking the next step in their collaboration with the signing of a framework supply agreement.
read more...Schmersal is launching two new versions of the 'Safety Fieldbox' on the market. This means that the box can not only be integrated into systems with Profinet/Profisafe as before, but is also available for Ethernet/IP with CIP Safety and Ethercat with FSoE.
read more...The top articles in July? Take the topic of (cyber) security, mix in artificial intelligence, look at the advances in exoskeletons, think about Single Pair Ethernet in manufacturing and ask about news from Siemens.
read more...Distrelec, a distributor for maintenance requirements, in particular technical components, automation accessories and measurement technology, has been in business for 50 years. André Hoffmann, Head of Sales DACH & Italy at Distrelec Germany, on the challenges of this time.
read more...Due to its robustness and real-time capability, the standardized VMEbus technology is still used today in projects with increased requirements.
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