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igus® Demonstrates Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability at Hannover Messe 2025

May 22, 2025 Demonstrating its dedication to innovation and sustainability, igus®presented environmentally friendly technologies at Hannover Messe 2025. The motion plastics specialist will showcase its new PTFE-free materials, cable carriers made from recycled materials and newly developed dry cleanroom certification for its e-chain® cable carriers developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IPA. “Our mission remains to…

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Industrial Robots (Articulated, Cartesian, Delta, SCARA, etc.) | Tools for the Trade

Tolomatic Showcases Latest Servo Linear Actuators at Automate 2025: Booth #7004

May 22, 2025 Tolomatic Inc., an industry leader in innovative linear motion systems, showcased its latest servo linear actuators at Automate 2025. Featuring an integrated servo motor, their servo linear actuators are ideal for applications where dynamic movement, precise positioning and force repeatability are a priority. Tolomatic products include the IMA and IMA-S linear servo…

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New Lever-Actuated Plunger from Southco Saves Time When Removing Electronic Components

May 22, 2025 Southco has extended its successful line of captive hardware with a new version that features lever-actuated operation for faster and easier latching and unlatching of electronic components. Southco’s compact lever-actuated 56 Spring-Loaded Plunger offers an improved grip for simplified hand operation and saves time when installing or removing components in tight spaces….

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Industrial Robots (Articulated, Cartesian, Delta, SCARA, etc.)

IKO’s New High-Thrust Linear Motor Stage Delivers Long Stroke Lengths in Constrained Spaces

May 22, 2025 IKO is pleased to announce its LT170H2 direct drive linear motor stage for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which require high thrust forces and long strokes. This latest addition to the LT family of linear motor stages delivers 260N of rated force and up to 500N maximum, exceeding the thrust ratings of previous…

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In Terms of Safety, Security and AI: The European Legal Framework is Changing

May 21, 2025 By Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner, Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In terms of Safety, Security and AI: The European Legal Framework is Changing We all know the CE mark. You can see it on electrical appliances, toys or household goods, but also on plant and machinery of course. It stands for “Conformité…

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Changing Scene | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Peers & Profiles | Regulations and Standards | Sustainability

Pilz Overcomes a Difficult Environment in the 2024 Financial Year

May 21, 2025 By Susanne Kunschert, Managing Partner Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, our company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. After 3…

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Education & Training | Mobile Robots (AGVs, AMRs, UASs, UAVs, etc.) | Regulations and Standards | Safety

New Training Offer from Pilz, “Fundamentals of Industrial Security”, Provides an Introduction to Security in Automation – Basic Knowledge of Industrial Security

May 21, 2025 In order to guarantee Industrial Security on their own machinery, specialists in mechanical engineering require sound fundamental knowledge – particularly of legislation and applicable standards. Experts from Pilz share this expertise in the “Fundamentals of Industrial Security” training course. Delegates learn to understand security threats, appropriate protective measures and best practices in…

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Automation Company Sees a Decline in Sales in 2024 – “Industry Must Put the Focus Back on Customers” – Pilz Overcomes a Difficult Environment in the 2024 Financial Year

May 21, 2025 In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, the automation company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. The family business remains focussed on the future, even if the…

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Festo Didactic Showcases Technical Education and Training at Hannover Messe 2025

May 20, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Hannover Messe 2025 was an extra special event for Festo. The Festo Group celebrated their 100th anniversary, Festo Canada celebrated their 50th anniversary, and Festo Didactic celebrated their 60th anniversary. Festo Didactic, the education arm of the company, understands how important education is for empowering individuals, driving economic growth,…

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EtherCAT in Boost Mode

May 14, 2025 EtherCAT and PC-based control in test bench technology EtherCAT is by far the fastest Industrial Ethernet technology. Nevertheless, the data acquisition process at Kraus & Naimer’s cam controller test benches called for an even shorter bus cycle. To achieve the required performance, Beckhoff specialists reduced the previous cycle time from 100 µs…

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Siemens Launches Next-Generation Motion Control System for Basic Automation Applications

May 14, 2025 At this year’s AUTOMATE, Siemens is announcing the launch of its enhanced motion control portfolio, featuring SINAMICS servo-drive systems and the new SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 controller, delivering unprecedented performance and flexibility for basic automation applications including handling, moving, positioning and processing. The new solution combines three key innovations: “This holistic system approach…

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MOVIPRO® Technology | SEW-EURODRIVE

May 14, 2025 Discover cabinet-free automation! The decentralized inverter MOVIPRO® technology from SEW-EURODRIVE is powerful, flexible and scalable. Equipped with robust industrial plug connectors for all interfaces, a keypad for on-site engineering and diagnostics, and integrated safety technology, it offers everything you need. An interface box with maintenance switch is also available as an option….

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SNAP IN – Weidmüller Explains How to SNAP INto the Future

May 14, 2025 SNAP IN – The fastest and most secure connection technology on the market. Weidmüller will show you the numerous advantages of the new connection technology, invented by Weidmüller. Simply. Fast. Secure. Ready to Robot. When do you SNAP INto the future? More Information SNAP INto the future Related Story Weidmüller Celebrating a…

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MOXA ioLogik R1214 Ethernet Remote I/O

May 13, 2025 MOXA ioLogik R1214 Features: MOXA ioLogik R1214 Introduction Process control I/O system. Remote serial I/O products offer process engineers the benefit of simple wiring, as they only require two wires to communicate with the controller and other RS-485 devices while adopting the EIA/TIA RS-485 communication protocol to transmit and receive data at high speed…

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M12 Cable Material Selection Guide: PUR vs. PVC vs. TPE

May 13, 2025 M12 Cables have become the industry standard for sensor/actuator connectivity in industrial automation environments. When selecting the right M12 cable for your application, the jacket material is one of the most critical factors that will determine performance, durability, and reliability. This guide compares the three most common M12 cable jacket materials: PUR (Polyurethane), PVC…

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Regulations and Standards | Safety

Safety Standard EN ISO 13855 for the Positioning of Safeguards

May 13, 2025 With safeguards on machinery, measures must be taken to guarantee the safety of human and machine. These measures are described in the standard ISO 13855 and ensure that the machine is brought to a safe state before the danger point can be reached. The safety distance must be selected in such a way that any…

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Advanced Manufacturing

igus® Demonstrates Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability at Hannover Messe 2025

Tolomatic Showcases Latest Servo Linear Actuators at Automate 2025: Booth #7004

New Lever-Actuated Plunger from Southco Saves Time When Removing Electronic Components

IKO’s New High-Thrust Linear Motor Stage Delivers Long Stroke Lengths in Constrained Spaces

In Terms of Safety, Security and AI: The European Legal Framework is Changing

Pilz Overcomes a Difficult Environment in the 2024 Financial Year

New Training Offer from Pilz, “Fundamentals of Industrial Security”, Provides an Introduction to Security in Automation – Basic Knowledge of Industrial Security

Automation Company Sees a Decline in Sales in 2024 – “Industry Must Put the Focus Back on Customers” – Pilz Overcomes a Difficult Environment in the 2024 Financial Year

Festo Didactic Showcases Technical Education and Training at Hannover Messe 2025

EtherCAT in Boost Mode

Siemens Launches Next-Generation Motion Control System for Basic Automation Applications

MOVIPRO® Technology | SEW-EURODRIVE

SNAP IN – Weidmüller Explains How to SNAP INto the Future

MOXA ioLogik R1214 Ethernet Remote I/O

M12 Cable Material Selection Guide: PUR vs. PVC vs. TPE

Safety Standard EN ISO 13855 for the Positioning of Safeguards

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