Schneider Electric presents solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe 2026: networked energy and automation technologies, AI-supported processes, modern control systems and strategies to combat skills shortages, safety risks and energy inefficiency.
Rittal and Eplan at the Hannover Messe
At Hannover Messe 2026, Rittal and Eplan will be demonstrating how integrated software, hardware and automation solutions promote speed, data consistency and scaling in industry - from engineering and production to IT infrastructure.
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The handling of flexible components poses a major challenge for conventional automation. By combining machine learning approaches with human demonstration of the actions to be performed, it was possible to develop a robot system for this handling.
Thyssenkrupp separates from Automation...
Thyssenkrupp separates from Automation Engineering: Agile Robots takes over and forms Krause Automation. Focus on AI, robotics and next-generation industrial automation.
Over 200 million euros investment
Siemens is investing over 200 million euros in an AI-controlled, digitalized and automated factory of the future in Amberg. The aim: more flexibility, sustainability and jobs in Germany.
Jens Hunecke will become Chief Business Officer of the Interconnection division at Wago from May 2026. He brings with him many years of international experience in the electronics industry and will support the strategic development of the division.
Machine components, electrostatically shielded transport containers, large components for the automotive, rail and aviation industries or specific medical products straight from the printer - the potential applications of additive manufacturing are enormous. Nevertheless, 3D printing is not yet a sure-fire success in industrial series production. This is precisely where the AddiQ innovation alliance comes in.
Generational change in mechanical engineering
Andreas Külschbach will take over the management of ASS Maschinenbau GmbH on April 1. The planned generational change is intended to ensure continuity, innovation and sustainable growth in the company.
Helu Kabel will be presenting itself as Helu for the first time at Hannover Messe 2026, showcasing system solutions, Heluchain cables and new industrial luminaires.
Yaskawa, a Japanese manufacturer in the fields of automation and drive technology, made new appointments to the management of its European headquarters at the beginning of the financial year.
