At SPS, Copa-Data will be demonstrating how the Zenon software platform helps companies to make their production efficient, safe and future-proof without having to invest in new systems.

Flexible and dynamic production environments place high demands on automation technology in terms of functional safety. At SPS, Phoenix Contact will be presenting approaches for functional safety in dynamic production areas - including systems for flexible protective fields and human-robot collaboration.

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According to today's announcement by the Federal Statistical Office, German industry is losing over 120,000 jobs. The automotive industry has been hit particularly hard, but mechanical engineering, chemicals and metals are also recording significant declines. An overview of figures, classification and demands on industrial policy.

The Munich-based robotics company Agile Robots plans to start series production of its humanoid robot Agile ONE, which was specially developed for use in industrial environments, in 2026.

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The Rohde & Schwarz CMP180 Radio Communication Tester has been validated by Broadcom as a suitable test solution for devices with Wi-Fi 8 connectivity. The cooperation between the two companies offers device manufacturers integrated test routines and early access to essential resources to bring their products to market faster.

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Around 80 submissions, six categories, an independent jury: the winners of the productronica Innovation Award 2025 have been announced. From wire processing to semiconductors - an overview of all the award winners.

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At SPS, Steute Controltec will be presenting the revised RF IS FL series of wireless inductive sensors. These feature digital auto-calibration, which enables flush mounting and automatically adjusts the switching point to changing ambient conditions.

At SPS, Sick will be presenting solutions for end-to-end networked industrial automation. The focus is on sensor and system solutions for camera-based quality control, the automation of robots and autonomous vehicles as well as transparent material flow tracking.

Modularization increases flexibility and efficiency in mechanical engineering, but places new demands on drive technology. The article compares centralized, decentralized and cabinet-less architectures and shows how flexible drive systems support modular machine concepts economically.

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SPS 2025 exceeds the expected number of exhibitors and clearly focuses on Industrial AI. Visitors will gain in-depth insights into the latest developments in automation on several stages and tours.

Igus has launched a new resin for 3D printers that is PTFE-free and has been successfully tested for the 96 critical PFAS: Iglidur i2000 is particularly suitable for the 3D printing of moving and friction-loaded components, such as gears in medical devices.

In the third quarter of 2025, incoming orders in the German machine tool industry fell by 5%. Domestic demand in particular fell sharply, while foreign orders remained stable. Dr. Markus Heering from the VDW explains the current trends and regional developments.

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For its 10th anniversary, Formnext has expanded its event program. In addition to the established formats such as the stage program, special shows and Formnext Awards, new highlights have been added: focused tours of the trade fair, AM live shows and interactive formats.

An experiment at FAU shows: Neural networks can derive grammatical rules without being explicitly trained to do so. This provides new insights into how language works in both humans and machines.

Innovative systems and exciting world premieres? That's what visitors will find at productronica in Munich from November 18 to 21. In Hall B3 at Stand 301, vacuum specialist Schmalz will be showcasing efficient and future-oriented handling systems - especially for sensitive components.

Aerzener Maschinenfabrik GmbH (Aerzen) is strengthening its market position in industrial compressed air technology: With the acquisition of Air Center International GmbH (ACI), the company now offers compressors from 2.5 to 40 bar, including oil-free and oil-injected solutions, for numerous industries worldwide for the first time.

From November 18 to 21, 2025, the international electronics industry will meet in Munich for Productronica, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. A preview of the trade fair.

Schunk Electronic Solutions will be exhibiting modular, flexible systems for electronics production at Productronica 2025 - from stand-alone depaneling systems to fully integrated inline solutions.

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Rohde & Schwarz will be presenting the latest solutions for electronics manufacturing at productronica 2025 in Munich from November 18-21.

Siemens closes fiscal year 2025 with a profit of €10.4 billion and record figures in its industrial business. As part of its 'One Tech Company' strategy, the Group is investing €1 billion in artificial intelligence and aims to double its digital business by 2030.