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Integration of existing meters into digital...
The G30 M-Bus gateway from Spectra GmbH & Co. KG integrates existing meters via Modbus and WLAN into energy management and building management systems for efficient monitoring and retrofitting.
read more...AI as an efficiency driver in production
Industrial AI raises key production figures such as OEE, quality and energy efficiency to a new level - but only with the right IT architecture. This is what Chris Kramar, Director and General Manager OEM Solutions DACH at Dell Technologies, says in his guest article.
read more...Trade fair preview all about automation 2026
Over 500 exhibitors, a packed program with presentations, special areas and guided tours: all about automation in Friedrichshafen (10 + 11 March 2026) stands for industrial automation, robotics and digitalization - and for direct dialogue. Three halls, short distances, clear answers. A trade fair preview.
read more...In modern production, craftsmanship and high-tech come together. Where once only human skill was required, today production lines are created that combine manual precision with digital intelligence.
read more...At SPS 2025, ifm will be demonstrating how the digitalization of the entire value chain can be implemented in practice. In an interview, Michael Marhofer, CEO of the ifm group of companies, explains which technologies are in focus, which industry trends are relevant and what challenges the automation industry will face in the coming years.
read more...Markus Ketterer, Head of Department Sales Marketing Communication at Endress+Hauser Germany, explains how digitalization, increased efficiency and decarbonization interact in the industry and which trends and challenges are currently shaping the sector.
read more...Handling and production logistics
Unpredictable fluctuations in demand pose new challenges for fulfillment logistics. Viral trends, political decisions and changing customer behavior are making traditional planning models obsolete.
read more...Digitization of modern manufacturing
Jessica Bethune, Vice President Industrial & Process Automation DACH at Schneider Electric, explains in an interview which technologies she will be focusing on at SPS and which trends are shaping the industry.
read more...The profession of electronics technician has changed rapidly in recent years. Digitalization, miniaturization and ever smarter systems are driving this development - and are constantly expanding the field of work for electronics technicians. This article takes a look at which tools and skills are in demand today and in the future.
read more...Training and certification program
SmartFactory Kaiserslautern has founded the SmartFactory Academy as a training and certification program. The program is aimed at specialists and managers of medium-sized production companies and industrial enterprises who want to meet the challenges of digital transformation.
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