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Smart factories promise operators a high degree of flexibility - for example through the use of driverless transport systems or mobile robot solutions. The automation of these subsystems in turn requires extremely compact control and drive concepts.
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...Spark Assistant' voice assistant
IT provider Cisco has introduced the 'Spark Assistant', an adaptive voice assistant for companies. Unlike 'Siri', 'Alexa' and the like, it is specifically designed to make meetings easier and more productive.
read more...The UTC-320E all-in-one computer from Advantech is available from gbm. The touch panel PC is equipped with a flat 21.5-inch widescreen display and can be operated either via a projected capacitive or a resistive touchscreen
read more...Procon-Web from GTI is a web HMI that can run on different platforms - from embedded systems to virtualized Windows servers - and also scales in the range of applications from simple HMIs to complex control systems.
read more...Distec is expanding the 'Artista' family with the Artista-IoT TFT controller for Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things. The TFT controller is a baseboard with a socket for the current generation of the Raspberry PI Compute Module (CM3).
read more...After the connection technology specialist Weidmüller announced its re-entry into the I/O business in September 2013, the Detmold-based company is now expanding its u-remote system to include PLC functions and, in the future, drive technology.
read more...Facebook is planning to boost its virtual reality business with an aggressive pricing policy. The online network wants to launch a cheaper version of its Oculus VR glasses, which do not require a PC, at the beginning of 2018 - for 199 US dollars (168 euros).
read more...Robust touch operating devices from R. Stahl HMI Systems enable machine-oriented operation and visualization of applications in hazardous areas.
read more...The Parmareggio Unigrana cream dairy produces butter from raw materials from the world-famous 'Parmigiano Reggiano' region - fully automated and monitored from a central control room. Traceability and reliability are particularly important.
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