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5th handling award at Motek 2018
But hurry now! The application phase for the "handling award for Motek" ends at midnight on July 31! Submit your innovation for one of the four categories now!

The 44-year-old Andreas Balack is the new Head of Sales Region South at the Schmersal Group.

Energy efficiency research object: In the ETA factory, scientists and production experts optimized energy efficiency holistically using the example of a multi-stage production process for a series component from Bosch Rexroth. Bosch Rexroth is putting these results into practice.
The "intelligence" of autonomous and networked systems is largely determined by their ability to recognize facts as well as their surroundings. Embedded vision systems such as those from supplier Framos, which significantly expand the machine's capabilities, make a significant contribution to this.

Cable gland with railroad approval
The new VariaPro Rail cable gland from Hummel has passed the tests for fire protection standards and meets all the requirements for use in rail transportation.

Humans and robots are also moving closer together in logistics. Schmalz has therefore developed a gripper solution that ensures safe human-robot collaboration thanks to its product design.
Interview with Georg Stawowy, Lapp
With Industry 4.0, the requirements for data communication in factories are growing, particularly due to real-time communication. SCOPE talks to Georg Stawowy, Director of Technology and Innovation at Lapp, about what this means for connection systems and what the future standards will be.
Premium Aerotec relies on high-precision Peiseler rotary tables for milling - especially for applications in aircraft construction. When it comes to positioning workpieces in machine tools, maximum precision is required - regardless of whether they weigh tons or just a few grams.
CAM data management and centralized digital tool data management enable metalworking companies to secure valuable manufacturing expertise for the future.

The science and technology company Merck is using explosion-proof industrial trucks with Ex batteries and standard industrial trucks with lithium-ion batteries from Stöcklin for the first time.