Software for plant engineering

Digitalization has arrived in German industry. A trend that SPS IPC Drives 2017 responded to with the newly designed Hall 6. The new trade fair concept attracted well-known suppliers, who were represented with their own stand for the first time.

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The VDMA summed up the year to date at its annual press conference: According to this, the forecast raised in July can be met. The association is also optimistic about 2018.

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The new hall concept at SPS IPC Drives 2017 also attracted companies that are not at home in the field of classic automation. Björn Frauen, Managing Director of Stagil, explains why.

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Machine and system manufacturers are increasingly turning to mapping safety functions via the communication bus. How can integration on the component side be achieved with reasonable effort?

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The digital twin accompanies machines and systems throughout their life - from the initial idea to ongoing operation and a look into the future. The aim is to avoid errors, optimize systems and prevent failures.

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The Weidmüller Configurator (WMC) is a software solution that speeds up the selection, project planning and ordering of mounting rail components from the manufacturer's range.

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Eplan's Smart Wiring software, whose core functionality is the system-supported simple wiring of switchgear, is available in version 2.7.

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With the IT Campus, Bosch has opened a new headquarters for global corporate IT. The aim: to accelerate the transformation into an IoT company.

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The IT sector is playing an increasingly important role in automation. As a result, the demand for software in companies is also increasing. Computer&AUTOMATION presents the latest product innovations in this segment in a series of pictures.

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