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UniWare allows flexible integration of third-party control systems
The system integrator Unitechnik has further developed its warehouse management system UniWare: The newly integrated XML interface allows the flexible integration of third-party control systems. The barrier-free exchange of information between the […]

Bosch and HARTING collaborated and successfully developed MICA® CISS Industrial IoT Kit
Bosch and HARTING pool their expertise in the first Plug&Play IoT kit for industrial applications with IP 54 protection available on the market. It allows digital condition monitoring of any kind of […]

Rittal showcased its latest edge computing solutions at CeBIT 2018
At CeBIT 2018, Rittal presented innovative edge computing solutions for a large number of industries. Pre-configured and modular systems help businesses to implement new IT infrastructures quickly, securely and economically at almost […]

STUDER, SCHAUDT, MIKROSA and UGG collaborate to tackle issues for “smart factory” concept
Is Industry 4.0 just a vision? Not with the UNITED GRINDING Group. Here the fourth industrial revolution is lived in concrete terms. But how does United Grinding connect machines and their assemblies […]

Rittal’s Edge Data Center offers a turnkey solution optimised for IoT applications
Studies suggest that global data volumes will increase ten-fold by 2025, to 163 zettabytes (Zbytes). This is being driven by the Internet of Things (IoT) – ranging from networked manufacturing to smart […]

Baumüller introduces its BAUDIS IoT designed to manage and analyze data from production processes
In the context of its Industry 4.0 solution, the drive and automation specialist Baumüller has developed a tool that can be operated via the cloud or local predictive maintenance or that can […]

Mitsubishi Electric’s iQ Works now has integrated AutomationML interface
Mitsubishi Electric has implemented the AutomationML interface within iQ Works, the integrated software suite for programming Mitsubishi Electric automation products. AutomationML represents an important step-change in the way complex equipment is designed, […]

Advantech presents new Qseven module ROM-7720 specially optimized for graphics-intensive IoT applications
At Embedded World 2018, Advantech, a leader of the global industrial computing market, has introduced its NXP i.MX 8 QuadMax Q7 v2.1-compliant computer-on-module, the ROM-7720, which is designed for graphics-intensive IoT applications. […]

NORD presents solutions for real time drive data availability in the cloud
For IoT-driven machine and plant engineering, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS now offers solutions for making drive data available in real time in a cloud environment. All drive axes can be monitored from anywhere in […]

Pepperl+Fuchs’ bard ecom demonstrated its asset tracking and automation solution at the last SPS IPC Drives fair
ecom, a Pepperl+Fuchs brand, addressed the topics of asset tracking and automation in times of digital transformation at the last SPS IPC Drives. In hall 7A, booth 330, the specialist for industrial […]

Pepperl+Fuchs develops new HF RFID read/write heads with improved flexibility and ease of use
RFID systems are cost-efficient, versatile, and ensure reliable processes—like in intralogistics. Wherever a large number of identification points is needed, identification tasks are now easier due to the latest development: the new […]

SICK intelligent sensor solutions developed to overcome challenges of Industry 4.0
The Internet of Things is making information constantly accessible to everyone. Meanwhile, customers are placing increased demands on speed and flexibility. That is why production and logistics processes have now also had […]

Elatecs new TWN4 USB Front Reader
Compact LF/HF/NFC RFID reader for direct connection to a printer The new TWN4 USB Front Reader combines RFID (125 kHz, 134.2 kHz, and 13.56 MHz), NFC and Bluetooth Low Energy capabilities into […]

MICA-based management shell allows integration of existing HARTING production line with Industry 4.0 systems
Central machine monitoring and process optimization are two of the fastest ways to operate production facilities and machines more effectively. Since many machines have a lifespan of 15 to 30+ years, a […]

Baumer’s LBFH and LBFI level switches gains approval for IO-Link and ATEX
Baumer announces the immediate availability of LBFH and LBFI level switches with IO-Link and ATEX approval. The IO-Link interface allows the user to automate the configuration of sensors. The inclusion of ATEX […]