The fuel cell under control
The fuel cell is a serious solution for emission-free mobility. Having disappeared from the scene for a long time, it is now establishing itself as a viable option for zero-emission strategies.


The fuel cell is a serious solution for emission-free mobility. Having disappeared from the scene for a long time, it is now establishing itself as a viable option for zero-emission strategies.

Since November 1, 2022, René Leroux has been the new second Managing Director of the Bott Group alongside Jan Willem Jongert, CEO and Spokesman of the Management Board. As Chief Operating Officer (COO), Leroux takes over from Clive Woodward, who has retired.

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Auer Packaging has presented several new products and expansions. The product range of the specialist provider of storage and transport packaging extends from individually definable special-sized containers to big boxes.

Potential of quantum technology
Hardly any other technology is currently associated with such great expectations as quantum computers. With their enormous computing power, they could revolutionize materials research, for example, or optimize components in various industries.

With the Industry 4.0 Award, the management consultancy ROI-EFESO has established an industry benchmark. Every year, it recognizes companies that are pioneering smart factories for German industry. This year, Rittal wins the "Industry 4.0 Award 2022" for the digitalization of production at the Haiger plant with its sister company German Edge Cloud.

Optimization of processes, quality improvement of products, cost savings: Big data offers the manufacturing industry the opportunity to continuously improve. VDI/VDE 3714 Sheet 6 describes how data analysis technologies can be put to good use.

Examine products from all sides with VR glasses, plan machines, systems and vehicles together with engineers and material experts in virtual reality - quickly and from any location. With the Iguversum, Igus is creating a digital parallel universe that prepares sales and engineering for the metaverse.

Artificial intelligence will not replace humans. Rather, it should be seen as our ally when it comes to optimizing processes, such as in sheet metal production.

Quality assurance for additive series...
Stratasys has announced the acquisition of quality assurance software company Riven.
TGW Logistics Group is further expanding its solution expertise in the field of mobile robotics and is entering into a partnership with Safelog. As a system integrator, TGW is thus expanding its robotics portfolio under the name Quba.