Articles and background information on the topic
New megatrends are constantly challenging companies to change. This applies in particular to industrial topics such as automation and digitalization. These have an impact on a wide variety of areas and are bringing about fundamental innovations.
read more...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 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...The SPAX screw is available in countless variants and sizes. But how and with which machines are they produced? And what is the concept for the (future) security behind it?
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...The e-paper for the special issue
The European Union's new Machinery Regulation was recently published. From this date, machine manufacturers and operators have 42 months to comply with the new requirements for machines and systems. This and more news on the topic in the interactive e-paper.
read more...Burner management systems for the fully automatic operation of a burner system have a complex structure. Due to the high risk potential, strict regulations apply to avoid safety-relevant process conditions. How can these be implemented and complied with?
read more...For the camera-based protection system 'PSENvip 2', Pilz offers a certified function module for dynamic muting to safeguard press brakes.
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