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2-in-1 World First: drylin W Hybrid Roller Bearing Combines Smooth Operation with Heavy Duty

igus has developed a maintenance-free hybrid roller bearing with a retraction system for precise adjustment tasks, such as retractable steps in trains. Many designers face a common challenge: they need a guidance […]

Hexagon launches new Robotics division to drive next-generation autonomy

Hexagon is launching a new Robotics division, leveraging its industry-leading expertise in measurement technologies, AI and autonomous systems to advance humanoid robotics and help its customers achieve true autonomy. Advancements in AI, […]

ENGEL presents the world’s first rear-end-lights featuring clearmelt without hard coating

A new generation of decorative and functionalised rear-end-lights is about to enter series production. At K 2025, ENGEL will present the complete manufacturing process for the first time. At the centre of […]

Hexagon Unveils AEON, a new genaeration of Humanoid Robot for Industrial Applications

Hexagon has introduced AEON, an advanced humanoid robot designed to accelerate industrial autonomy by leveraging the company’s expertise in measurement technologies, AI, and autonomous systems. AEON integrates high-performance locomotion, sensor fusion, and […]


Rittal GmbH & Co. KG

AX IT Nano DC: Rittal’s Rugged Mini Data Center for Industry

In today’s era of data-driven manufacturing, the demand for real-time processing at the edge is skyrocketing. Traditional server rooms, remote from the action, simply cannot meet the needs for immediate, reliable connectivity. […]


SICK AG

SICK UNVEILS NEXT GENERATION ANS/ANM58 PROFINET ABSOLUTE ENCODER FOR HIGH PRODUCTIVITY AND EASY INTEGRATION

The cutting-edge ANS/ANM58 PROFINET from SICK Sensor Intelligence represents a new era in absolute encoder technology, purpose-built to enhance machine and system productivity. Available in both single-turn and multiturn formats, the compact […]


SIG300 IO-Link Master: The versatile door opener for intelligent automation

The networked factory: IO-Link as a global standard for smart sensor integration opens up a wide range of possibilities for customers in automation. And this is exactly where SICK comes in. The […]


Intelligent product transport revolutionizes battery production

When it comes to large-scale battery cell production, fast and precise processes are essential. Even the smallest time or energy savings in individual process steps can add up to significantly increased output, […]


S4B IP65 light curtain permanently monitors signal strength and warns in the event of contamination or misalignment

Turck is expanding its safety portfolio with the S4B high-performance safety light curtain from its partner Banner Engineering. The latest generation light curtain permanently monitors alignment and signal strength and sends a […]


TGW Logisitcs

TGW Logistics Delivers Advanced Automated Fulfillment Center to INTERSPORT Austria

In January 2025, INTERSPORT Austria and TGW Logistics finalized the acceptance of a state-of-the-art automated intralogistics system at INTERSPORT’s headquarters in Wels, Austria.This new fulfillment center consolidates multiple smaller logistics sites into […]


Extension module for Functional Safety up to SIL 3 / PL e

If control systems with integrated switching outputs reach their limits in the application, coupling relays and contact extension modules are used. Their task is contact amplification, contact multiplication and, due to the […]


Innok Robotics displays INDUROS at Hannover Messe

The automation of in-house material transportation – especially outdoors and in brownfield areas – is growing extremely fast. LogiMAT 2025 has impressively demonstrated this: Companies are increasingly looking for autonomous solutions that function independently of hall floors, terrain […]


SIGMATEK GmbH & Co KG

SIGMATEK: Single-Axis Drive Module for High Performance

The modular and dynamic DIAS-Drive 2000 multi-axis servo system is significantly enhanced with the addition of the single-axis module MDP 2200-L-01. This module provides up to 20 A of rated current for […]


Stäubli International AG

The new 1 Gbit module for Stäubli’s CombiTac direqt

Stäubli’s modular CombiTac direqt connector can be tailored to your application needs, thanks to its flexible design. Offering a customizable and long-lasting solution with up to 10,000 mating cycles, it supports a […]


Danfoss Power Solutions

Danfoss Power Solutions to showcase system solutions for construction, mining machinery at bauma 2025

Danfoss Power Solutions will showcase products and solutions that drive sustainable construction at bauma 2025, taking place from April 7-13 in Munich, Germany. At its booth in Hall A3, Stand 125, Danfoss […]


Dunkermotoren Mechanics and Vestamatic Electronics

Two industry leaders in shading system innovation have united for product development and manufacturing of the new 230V SMI 3.0 Venetian Blind Motors. Dunkermotoren, experts in high-performance motor solutions has partnered with Vestamatic, […]


Innovative solutions from SICK at LogiMAT 2025

SMART SENSORS DELIVER MORE – visitors to LogiMAT 2025 from March 11-13 in Stuttgart can convince themselves of this at the SICK booth. A highlight among the exhibits (Hall 1, Stand F51) is […]


Oceaneering’s Fraser Thomson Shortlisted for 2025 Offshore Achievement Awards

Oceaneering International announces that Fraser Thomson, Principal Engineer for our Manufactured Products business in Rosyth, Scotland, has been shortlisted for the 2025 Offshore Achievement Awards’ Industry Expert category. “Fraser is our go-to engineer for […]