Festive award ceremony in Darmstadt

Drive technology category

1st place: AMKmotion - decentralized servo inverter ihD5
The ihD decentralized servo inverter is characterized by a hybrid cabling concept that transmits power, STO, 24 V and communication via a single cable.

2nd place: Beckhoff Automation - AX1000 servo drive
The AX1000 is compact, cost-optimized and fully integrated into TwinCAT on the software side. It supports synchronous servomotors from the AM8000 series with One Cable Technology (OCT) as well as asynchronous and reluctance motors.

3rd place: ebm-papst Mulfingen - ECI80 drive series
The ECI drive series has been expanded to include size 80 for higher outputs. The new BLDC motors with a diameter of 80 mm have a rated power of up to 750 W. Different modules can be combined to form a complete drive system.

Automation, digitalization and networking category

1st place: Wiferion - CW1000 charging system
The CW1000 wireless charging system was developed for AGVs and mobile robots. With an output of 1 kW, it enables inductive charging. One feature is the charging function during operation ("in-process charging"), which makes charging breaks superfluous.

2nd place: ads-tec Industrial IT - SHP9000 panel PC
The SHP9000 series comprises stainless steel panel PCs for the food, pharmaceutical and packaging industries. IP69 and hygienic design enable residue-free cleaning.

3rd place: Murrelektronik - uKonn-X: Digital pilot through the machine installation
uKonn-X is a digital solution that simplifies electrical installation through visual navigation. The user scans components and is guided precisely to the correct installation point.

Power engineering and electromechanics category

1st place: Phoenix Contact - CCS vehicle charging sockets CHARX connect universal
The CHARX connect universal CCS vehicle charging sockets enable uncooled HPC charging with up to 375 kW and briefly over 500 kW. They significantly shorten charging times and offer a high level of safety thanks to optimized connection technology and temperature measurement.

2nd place: Eaton Electric xStorage Hybrid energy storage system
The xStorage Hybrid energy storage system combines single-phase and multi-phase battery systems with pre-wired distributors to efficiently feed renewable energy into the grid. It reduces CO₂ emissions and energy costs and serves as a backup power source.

3rd place: Rittal base systems for VX and AX enclosures
The modular design of the plinth systems enables individual adaptations, high stability and convenient cable entry. The entire plinth space can be used for flexible cable routing, supported by clever accessories and well thought-out design.

Sensors and image processing

1st place: Sick - Flexi Mobile safety controller
The Flexi Mobile safety controller from Sick took first place in the sensors and image processing category. It optimizes the development and control of mobile robots and AGVs thanks to its robust design, simple installation and flexible motion monitoring. Its intuitive programming reduces installation and commissioning times.

2nd place: Ifm electronic - Pneumatic pressure sensor PQ Cube
The PQ Cube pneumatic pressure sensor from ifm takes second place. With its compact cube shape (30 mm), it is easy to install and works reliably in dusty and oily air thanks to its robust measuring cell.

3rd place: Bressner Technology - Machine Vision Controller of the ARES-1983H series
The ARES-1983H series from Bressner Technology is a powerful solution for machine vision applications.

Robotics category

1st place: ABB - GoFa collaborative robot with ultra-accuracy function
The collaborative robot GoFa from ABB offers high precision and path accuracy with "Ultra Accuracy". This function is suitable for applications such as gluing, laser welding, 3D printing and quality inspections

2nd place: Igus - ReBeLMove autonomous logistics vehicle
The Rebel Move is a low-cost autonomous logistics vehicle that pays for itself in less than twelve months. It transports small load carriers weighing up to 35 kg, travels at up to 1.5 m/s and has a battery life of over eight hours.

3rd place: Fruitcore Robotics - Horst1000 G2 industrial robot
The Horst1000 G2 robot from Fruitcore Robotics combines innovative drive technology with intuitive operation and AI Copilot, which equips the robot with cognitive abilities.

Handling and Material Handling category

1st place: J. Schmalz- Matrix area gripper FMG
The FMG matrix area gripper from Schmalz is a flexible, modular gripping solution for various workpieces, ideal for high-mix, low-volume processes.

2nd place: Kasto Maschinenbau - KASTOpick bar separation system
Kasto pick bar optimizes the removal of non-oriented objects such as rods and tubes from storage cassettes and enables unmanned operation in three shifts.

3rd place: Schunk - BSWS-R quick jaw change system
The BSWS-R quick jaw change system from Schunk enables the automatic change of gripper fingers in less than three seconds. It requires only a few components and is compatible with all grippers with PGN-plus-P screw-on pattern.

Workstation and equipment category

1st place: SSI Schaefer storage lift SSI LOGIMAT
The SSI LOGIMAT storage lift from SSI Schäfer takes first place. The automatic storage system saves space and effort, optimizes the storage and picking of small parts.

2nd place: Arburg - 3D-printed grippers "on demand"
A special packaging automation system from Arburg with grippers that are precisely adapted to the product is used to gently remove individualized products from the injection mould.

3rd place: Andreas Karl- SINTRO Packing workstation system
The SINTRO Packing workstation system from Karl offers modular flexibility and ergonomic efficiency for shipping and logistics.

Special prize "Artificial intelligence"

KEBA Industrial Automation - AI extension module AE 550
The AI expansion module enables neural network applications in the industrial sector with real-time capability, data sovereignty and security. It offers high scalability, energy optimization and simple integration, as well as robust long-term availability.