January 10, 2024 Germany’s sustainability pioneers have been chosen The German Sustainability Award for the transformative measurement and control technology industry goes to Beckhoff Automation. This is the biggest European award for commitment to ecological and social causes. There are successful solutions to sustainability challenges in every industry. The German Sustainability Award Foundation wanted to…
January 10, 2024 Dr. Peter Selders takes over as CEO, Matthias Altendorf new president of the Supervisory Board Endress+Hauser has completed the announced change at the top of the Group: Dr. Peter Selders has taken over as CEO of the Swiss-based global specialist for measurement technology and automation solutions. The 54-year-old Selders holds a doctorate…
January 9, 2024 RS grew its supplier roster with dozens of leading brands last year, expanding its portfolio of industrial solutions to solve new and existing customer challenges in a range of industries and application areas. RS, a trading brand of RS Group plc, a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial customers, added dozens…
January 9, 2024 RS Group receives platinum medal attaining notable leadership in the fields of environment, ethics, sustainable procurement, and labour and human rights RS Group plc, a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial customers, has announced it has been awarded a platinum medal for the second year in a row by…
January 9, 2024 Work safely and productively – with safety switches from Pilz Movable guards such as swing gates and sliding gates, flaps or covers, can be found in almost every application. If there are dangerous overrun movements, a safety locking device with appropriate manipulation protection in accordance with EN ISO 14119 is required. The safety gate cannot be…
January 9, 2024 IO-Link Safety Master PDP67 IOLS from Pilz enables bidirectional communication up to field level For the first time, a complete IO-Link Safety System is available for safe communication at field level: The system solution from Pilz comprises Master, as well as field devices and compatible accessories. Among the first devices in the…
January 9, 2024 Small form factor and best-in-class efficiency make them ideal for IoT, mobile, wearable electronics. Littelfuse, Inc., an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, announced the latest release of five versatile load switch devices in the Protection ICs product line. These new Load Switch ICs are ultra-efficient, 2…
January 9, 2024 Ideal for appliances, home and building automation, and industrial applications Littelfuse, Inc., an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, announced the release of its highly anticipated 54100 and 54140 miniature Tunnel Magneto-Resistance (TMR) effect sensors. These sensors offer unmatched sensitivity and power efficiency, revolutionizing the magnetic sensing…
January 9, 2024 Bosch Rexroth knows it’s critical that their products are available to customers when and where they need them. So, to improve the availability of their products and the delivery speed, they’re continuously developing their regionally balanced Bosch Rexroth production network, while also aiming to create high-performing, resilient and sustainable supply chains. In…
January 9, 2024 More intelligence in the plant: This is what the manufacturer-independent communication standard IO-Link stands for. From machine and plant engineering to material handling, IO-Link is widely used in modern factory automation. In addition to IO-Link masters, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a wide range of IO-Link-capable sensors. However, the standard is also suitable for monitoring and controlling actuators…
January 9, 2024 Europe’s largest award for ecological and social commitment At the award ceremony on 23 November in Düsseldorf, Festo was presented with the German Sustainability Award (DNP) in the hydraulics, pumps and compressors category. The DNP is based on the goals of the German government’s Agenda 2030 and thus on key areas of…
January 9, 2024 Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is a powerful technology for realizing Industry 4.0 and IIoT applications. The PCB terminal blocks from the Phoenix Contact Combicon range provide the ideal connection technology. The networking of smart devices continues to advance. This applies in particular to sensors that are often exposed to higher-altitude ambient conditions when used…
January 8, 2024 ABB has announced that it has agreed to acquire Canadian company Real Tech, a leading supplier of innovative optical sensor technology that enables real-time water monitoring and testing. Through the acquisition, ABB will expand its strong presence in the water segment and complement its product portfolio with optical technology critical for smart…
January 8, 2024 Collaborative robots, or cobots, have revolutionized the manufacturing industry by working alongside humans to increase productivity and efficiency. However, with the growing prevalence of cobots, it is crucial to prioritize safety and conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure safe operations. In this blog post, Omron explores the importance of force and…
January 8, 2024 AutomationDirect is pleased to announce the addition of world-renowned Wiha tools to our vast selection of industrial tools. The new Wiha tool offering includes various types of standard, insulated, and miniature/precision screwdrivers; multi-bit, hex, and impact bit drivers; general purpose, insulated, cutting, crimping, and precision pliers; cable shears; many tool set choices;…
January 8, 2024 Kollmorgen, a global leader in AGV and AMR technology, is excited to announce a new partnership with RML Machinery. With over 40 years of hands-on experience, RML Machinery is acknowledged as a reliable and experienced one-stop-shop machine builder, specializing in customized system solutions and AGV applications. As industries increasingly seek to expand…