
A first look ...
... to this year's Motek, dear readers, in our August issue. What can we expect to see in Stuttgart at the beginning of October?
Articles and background information on the topic

... to this year's Motek, dear readers, in our August issue. What can we expect to see in Stuttgart at the beginning of October?

In Aschaffenburg, people will once again be stacking, maneuvering and maneuvering for all they're worth. The best forklift drivers from 13 nations compete in four disciplines, while the supporting program features guest stars such as Dieter Thoma and the Berlin band Culcha Candela.
Interview with Stefan Zach, Wieland Group
"Do - don't just watch!" is the tip from Stefan Zach, Director Supply Chain Management (IT) at the Wieland Group, when it comes to implementing IT-supported production. Find out what else you need to consider when developing your own MES in the SCOPE interview.
Digital assistance system. The industry is increasingly demanding inspection technologies that seamlessly record the correct condition of manually manufactured supplier products.

The it's OWL technology network is launching new projects in the fall. Companies and research institutions are developing approaches in the areas of artificial intelligence, digital platforms, digital twins and the working world of the future.
Hyster Europe offers various assistance systems to support forklift drivers and prevent operating errors. The aim is to reduce the risk of damage to industrial trucks and goods and reduce maintenance costs.
In order to pick heavy and bulky panel goods without causing damage, picking systems must be tailored to the individual requirements in the warehouse. With the platform solutions in the EZK series from Hubtex, all areas of application can be covered, from manual to fully automated picking.

BMW works together with Pilz to ensure safety when working with assistance robots. The automation company carries out the conformity assessment, including the final CE marking. Pilz thus ensures safe human-robot collaboration at BMW.
Exhibitors and organizers agree that Automatica 2018 was a complete success! And the figures prove it: The focus on robotics and automation in networked production attracted over 46,000 trade visitors to Munich.

... your neck is tense - who hasn't experienced this after a long working day or even a long working week. Ergonomics at the workplace is extremely important.