The days of static production facilities and lines are over: at Logimat, visitors to the Kuka stand will be immersed in the world of mobile robotics.

Dassault Systèmes has joined the Industrial Digital Twin Association (IDTA). The IDTA is an initiative of VDMA, ZVEI, BITKOM and Plattform Industrie 4.0 and comprises 110 member companies that are jointly shaping the future of the digital twin.

When it comes to industrial damping technology, on-site advice is often very valuable for engineers and designers.

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At Logimat 2024, vacuum expert Schmalz will be focusing on perfect handling solutions for bags, cardboard boxes and other packaging. Grippers and ergonomic lifting aids support skilled workers and robots in all picking and transfer tasks. Vacuum generators with a wide range of options are in use.

The shortage of materials in German industry has increased slightly. In February, 14.6% of the companies surveyed reported shortages, compared to 12.5% in January. This is according to the latest survey by the ifo Institute.

Logimat 2024 will also feature the portfolio of Lapp, the provider of connectivity solutions and branded products in the field of cable and connectivity technology.

Balluff is continuing to drive forward the digital transformation in the company: since this year, an AI-based chatbot and an AI-supported assistant for software development have been supporting employees in their daily work.

Travel and steering drives from SPN Schwaben Präzision in Nördlingen stand for maximum flexibility and quality, tailored to the requirements of manufacturers of driverless transport systems. Now, for the first time, the company has put its expertise into a new type of traction-steering drive for omnidirectional driving applications that can be used in various intralogistics applications.

The technology company Continental, together with the governor of Aguascalientes, Mexico, has announced the construction of a new hydraulic hose plant for industrial purposes.

Dr. Henrike Wonneberger is COO and co-founder of Replique. In this interview, she looks back on the year 2023, talks about the challenges and opportunities of 3D printing for 2024 and the role that digitalization and software integration will play in this.

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International standardization drives the worldwide use of the communication solution - and guarantees customers manufacturer-independent compatibility of all components.

After 35 years in the injection molding machine industry, Gerd Liebig will complete the planned generational transition in the management of Sumitomo (SHI) Demag from September 1, 2024.

Change in the management of the family business Faigle: After 40 years of management by Wolfgang Faigle, his son Friedrich is now taking over as the representative of the third generation.

Schneider Electric has published its latest report on the progress of the company's sustainability measures. The report for 2023 shows that in the past year alone, the tech group's digital solutions and services have helped customers save around 112 tons of_CO2 and a total of 553 tons of_CO2 since 2018.

Element Logic is coming to Logimat with Autostore solutions, new components and software tools for fully automated material flows in intralogistics.

Advanced solutions for data analysis offer industrial companies concrete suggestions for sustainable process control and facilitate the fulfillment of legal reporting obligations.

Gebhardt is presenting two new products at this year's Logimat: Gebhardt Instapick and Gebhardt Omnipallet.

Under the motto "Shaping Change Together - Sustainability - AI - Ergonomics", Logimat 2024 invites intralogistics experts to the Stuttgart exhibition grounds from March 19 to 21.

Strengthening competitiveness, protecting the climate, promoting prosperity - these are the major tasks facing industry today. Innovative technologies are the key to mastering these challenges. But how can companies make efficient use of automation, artificial intelligence, renewable energies and hydrogen? And how can the impending deindustrialization of Europe be counteracted? Hannover Messe 2024 provides the answers.

Many people are taking to the streets these days because they are fed up with right-wing hatred and populism. Industry is also aware of its social responsibility. "Transformation as the project of the century" is the title of a paper published jointly by more than 50 German industrial companies from a wide range of sectors.