Igus has expanded its “readycable” portfolio with new camera cables that have been specially developed for moving applications in industry. Equipped with connectors for Keyence systems, the ready-to-connect cables enable secure integration according to the plug-and-play principle. They increase the reliability of high-speed cameras, reduce downtime, and lower maintenance costs. This article shows...
With the LBK radar system, Leuze is expanding its range of products for safe person detection in industrial applications. The 3D radar system reliably detects people even in the presence of dust, smoke, or sparks and prevents unnecessary shutdowns caused by static objects. A new feature is the integration of a CIP Safety interface, which enables standardized integration into Ethernet/IP networks...
The Kahl Group will be presenting process technology for the pharmaceutical industry at Powtech Technopharm 2025. The focus will be on pelletizing and fluid bed technology optimized for laboratory and production environments. Flat die presses such as the “14-175” and “33-600” models can be optionally certified according to GMP guidelines and thus meet the strict requirements of pharmaceutical...
Siemens and Snowflake are driving IT/OT convergence in industry. By combining Siemens Industrial Edge and the Snowflake AI Data Cloud, manufacturers can seamlessly link OT and IT data. The new solution enables deeper insights into production processes, greater efficiency, and AI-powered analytics. Real-world examples such as FFT show how edge and cloud technology work together to create...
It starts with something small. A single drop of water in a crack, for example, or a fine tear that traps organic residues. It's a cleaning step that is often skipped in the rush to get the production line up and running again quickly. Then come the consequences: a contamination alarm, a product recall and a production stoppage. A seemingly minor design flaw can turn into a problem costing...
Why does more research into corrosion protection lead to fewer greenhouse gas emissions? Effective corrosion protection makes an important contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Preserving metal structures reduces both material requirements and energy-intensive new production. The focus is on interdisciplinary research, as will be intensively promoted at the European Corrosion Congress...
How can plastics be kept in the loop while ensuring cost-effective processing? The plastics circular economy is a response to raw material shortages, rising material costs, and environmental pollution. To turn recycled plastics back into high-quality raw materials, precise sorting, reliable analysis, and stable processes are essential. Sesotec develops technologies that cover the entire value...
The certification of the IO-Link Safety specification by Tüv Süd is an important step for the industrial application of the safety standard. It marks the transition from development to market maturity and creates the basis for certified products. The following article shows what this means for manufacturers, integrators, and users.
Siemens Digital Industries Software has introduced the “PartQuest Design Enablement” portfolio, a connected digital environment aimed at electronic component manufacturers. The platform is designed to enable more targeted, continuous engagement with customers while improving operational efficiency. The solution integrates product discovery, interactive content, bill-of-material intelligence...
The IO-Link Community has published its first Security Deployment Guideline to help end users assess and implement security measures for IO-Link systems. The document is aimed at operators of IO-Link infrastructures. The Security Deployment Guideline provides detailed instructions and best practices for deploying secure IO-Link systems. Topics include authentication, encryption, network...
