Shipping label, content information, warnings: Some pallets not only have to be labeled with numerous different contents or in different places. The formats of the labels can also vary.

The course has been set for the traceability of packaging materials for chemicals - with the still non-binding standard recommendation VPA 9 of the German Chemical Industry Association VCI. It supports digitalization in the chemical industry.

Cooperation based on data will determine the production of tomorrow. If you want to keep up, you have to develop new business models based on this. However, many companies are afraid of losing control over their own data and risk missing the boat. But there are data protection-compliant solutions based on the Gaia-X principles.

Thermal imaging cameras provide important information for the maintenance, servicing and repair of machines and systems, as well as for building inspections, in order to detect any thermal problems at an early stage and prevent damage.

The latest models in Teledyne Flir's Blackfly S GigE camera range are the BFS-U3-50S4M-C and BFS U3 50S4C C. These 5 MP models are suitable for integration into small portable devices and integration with compact, lower cost lenses thanks to their low weight of only 53 g and high pixel density.

Many companies in the field of industrial image processing still lack the expertise and time to familiarize themselves with the potential of artificial intelligence. The hardware for the efficient use of AI has long been available.

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The Trumpf Group closed the 2021/22 financial year on June 30 with significant sales growth. According to preliminary calculations, the figure amounts to 4.2 billion euros (financial year 2020/21: 3.5 billion euros).

Until now, an important limiting factor for industrial leak testing systems has been the maximum size of the test chamber. For test gas-based methods such as the accumulation method, the chamber ideally had to be as small as possible in order to keep test times as short as possible.

A structural model of the digital twin and end-to-end data management enable faster and more efficient system development and commissioning.

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The Lapp family business will be managed by the third generation from October 1. Matthias Lapp, grandson of company founder Ursula Ida Lapp, takes over as CEO of Lapp Holding.

The Hoffmann Group has updated the software of its loading system for the automated loading and unloading of machine tools. This makes the unmanned operation of lathes, milling machines and machining centers even more flexible and economical.

Are you a logistics planner or logistics service provider, a system integrator or plant automation specialist? Do you need conveyor technology for your intra- or distribution logistics? Do you know the needs of the industry very well and want to respond to the high demands by keeping your systems or your customers' systems smart and future-proof?

Manufacturing companies are constantly confronted with market changes and increasing customer requirements. Digitalization in the wake of Industry 4.0, corona-related material shortages, shorter delivery times and customer audits are just some of the challenges they have to face.

Industry 4.0 presents the automation sector with the challenge of securing well-trained young talent in order to increase Germany's innovative strength as a business location.

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Asecos, an expert in the storage and handling of hazardous substances, is presenting the new type-90-approved V-CLASSIC-90 multirisk cabinet at Achema. It now enables space-saving storage of flammable liquids, acids and alkalis as well as poisons directly at the workplace with a high level of fire protection.

The comparatively short radio range is a hindrance for sensor applications with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). SSV counteracts this with the help of local 5G mobile networks.

The ASi-5 counter modules BWU3875 in IP20 and BWU4042 and BWU4202 in IP67 from Bihl+Wiedemann all have four digital counter inputs that can be individually configured and parameterized.

Explosions can be extreme and usually cause a great deal of damage. The primary objective when constructing electrical devices for use in potentially explosive atmospheres is therefore to prevent explosions completely.

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Emergency repairs to industrial equipment often result in extended downtime. Both predictive and preventive maintenance are helpful approaches to keep industrial equipment in good condition and avoid problems.

Igus now offers an interesting alternative for customers for whom a more sustainable design of their moving applications is important: Four new materials made from recycled plastic are available in the new Iglidur ECO range.