The e-paper of issue 5 is available
Our latest issue 5 is now available as an e-paper. Read now what's happening in the automation industry in May.
Articles and background information on the topic
Our latest issue 5 is now available as an e-paper. Read now what's happening in the automation industry in May.
"Three questions for..." - the May edition
People react differently to the coronavirus and its consequences. What is it like in everyday working life? In the new part of our "Three questions for..." series, we look at this topic and asked automation experts for their opinions.
Over the past month, we have reported on a wide range of automation technologies: TSN, OPC UA, cloud computing and IO-Link, to name just a few topics. We also spoke to automation experts about the current state of affairs.

With the current software version of the MTX CNC system, Bosch Rexroth is expanding and simplifying the digital engineering of machine tools through to 3D machining simulation.
Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) has an impact on the automation industry and the IT world like no other standard. What is the status quo?
Our latest issue 4 is now available as an e-paper. Read now what's happening in the automation industry in April.
Industry 4.0 applications use a large number of OT components that provide data for IT applications. But how can the integration of automation and IT be designed efficiently?

VDMA and VDW now want to promote the use and dissemination of OPC UA standards under the Umati brand for the entire mechanical engineering sector.

The ODVA and the OPC Foundation have set up a working group to develop an OPC UA Companion Specification that regulates the interaction between OPC UA and the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP).
Identify bottlenecks in complex interlinked assembly systems and quickly optimize production efficiency thanks to data transparency! - The application of an assembly system for rear axle transmissions shows that this does not have to remain a wish.