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Programming services in manufacturing companies often have to be purchased at high cost and are not always available in a timely manner. One alternative is the code-free modeling of processes using so-called 'streamsheets'.
read more...Better planning with the digital twin: this is the principle that technology service provider Alexander Bürkle strives for in the engineering and assembly of switchgear. The prerequisite for this is a software platform that enables interdisciplinary engineering.
read more...ABB has entered into a partnership to combine its 'Ability' digitalization portfolio with the '3DExperience' platform from Dassault Systèmes. The focus is on factory automation and robotics, building automation and the process industry.
read more...Flexibility and openness, separation of optics and function as well as web technology as a basis: 'Lasal VisuDesigner' fulfills all these core attributes of a modern visualization tool, as Lucia Krautgartner, Software Tools Product Manager at Sigmatek, explains.
read more...A new controller and a new software store: Phoenix Contact is further expanding the 'PLCnext Technology' ecosystem with these modules.
read more...Web-based HMIs offer many advantages and can be stored directly on controllers. However, one major obstacle is the use of different and outdated versions. The 'AutomationBrowser' provides a remedy here, says Ininet Managing Director Peter Brügger.
read more...Siemens - Q4 and full year 2018
Siemens has closed the 2018 financial year: The company was able to increase its order intake and sales, but profits in the Industrial Business declined. This is attributable to the sluggish business in the Power and Gas Division.
read more...Sebastian Seitz has taken over as CEO of Eplan and Cideon, replacing Maximilian Brandl.
read more...One shortcoming of fully digitalized development and production is the lack of a holistic view of all processes along the product creation process. This is where the systems engineering approach can help.
read more...On April 1, 2018, the Aucotec Management Board will be reduced from three to two members. The reason: Markus Bochynek is leaving the company - which entails changes in the areas of responsibility.
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