The electrical and digital industry has the greatest growth potential of all German industrial sectors. This is shown by a recent study by IW Consult and the BDI. In this context, the ZVEI is calling for better political framework conditions and is presenting an "Agenda for the industry of tomorrow". The focus is on automation, artificial intelligence, energy technology, microelectronics and defense.
Solar modules supply electricity for decades - and then often end up as hazardous waste. The Magdeburg-based cleantech company Solar Materials wants to change this and is relying on industrial robotics from ABB. Five six-axis IRB 6700 robots are now automating the first steps of the recycling process, which allows up to 98% of the raw materials to be recovered - a significant step forward for sustainability in the industry.
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Automation relieves skilled workers of secondary tasks and strengthens value-adding core processes: The Fraunhofer IWU has developed a method that identifies a wide range of individual automation paths - from quick wins to the sustainable redesign of existing plant technology.
One of the most important components in the field of automation applications is the DC supply voltage. Cost-sensitive miniature machines in particular require economical power supplies.
Today, tool data management requires a holistic, integrative process solution that makes data available end-to-end from the ERP system to the CNC machine and networks all relevant players and systems with one another.
Atlas Copco has taken over Heide-Pumpen. The specialist for mobile pumps has been working closely with Atlas Copco in sales and service for a long time, especially for surface pumps for construction site dewatering and wastewater detour or in the field of civil defense.
Sherwin-Williams (legal entity Inver) from Dresden produces industrial coatings for various industries. In order to create a safe working environment, the company has purchased a fleet of Linde explosion-proof forklift trucks. The industrial trucks are designed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The switch to Linde was successfully implemented with the help of the Beutlhauser team from Dresden.
AI and the digital product passport play a central role in the circular economy. Without smart algorithms, sustainable and therefore cost-saving production is hardly conceivable. But there is one hurdle: the data.
Wachendorff Automation relies on comprehensive validation when developing encoders and measuring systems. As the devices are used in very different applications - from stationary machines in plant engineering to mobile machines - environmental simulations are carried out in our own test laboratories.
How can production data be used securely, efficiently and in real time - from the sensor to the cloud? The Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Cognitive Internet Technologies CCIT will be providing answers to these questions at EMO Hannover 2025.
