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Cloud solutions form the basis of Industry 4.0. However, the tasks of a cloud in the factory environment are different to those for 'normal' public tasks. Smart factory concepts therefore rely on edge and fog computing as a supplement to the cloud. But what does such a solution look like?
read more...With the drive-based ‚Sequential Motion Control SMC‘ function, users can reduce the programming and commissioning effort by up to 90 % compared to classic PLC automation, according to the supplier Rexroth.
read more...The Codesys Group is presenting the upcoming 'Codesys Automation Server' for the first time at SPS IPC Drives 2018. We spoke about this with Dieter Hess, one of the two managing directors.
read more...Softing Industrial is presenting the new 'Mindsphere Connector' component of the 'DataFeed OPC Suite' at the SPS IPC Drives 2018 trade fair. Product Manager Andreas Röck explains what it's all about.
read more...At Pilz, users can create individual safety gate solutions from various components using the modular principle. The decisive factor here is a diagnostic tool that allows individual safety gates to be controlled even with single-cable solutions.
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 However, one major obstacle is the use of different and outdated versions.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...Inter Control has further developed the digsy fusion S safety controller.
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...With a large number of control systems in the field, it is often difficult to maintain an overview. This is where the 'Codesys Automation Server' comes in: It enables convenient administration of all controllers via the digital image of each PLC in the network.
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