
Crosstalk update brings automated documentation
With version 3.4, Kathrein Solutions is once again launching an update of the IoT suite Crosstalk with new improved functions.
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With version 3.4, Kathrein Solutions is once again launching an update of the IoT suite Crosstalk with new improved functions.

Among other things, Eaton Electrical presented measures for optimized energy consumption in accordance with the new ErP directives at the SPS. The company also presented a cloud solution for determining energy consumption.

Connectivity to the PLC at all levels of industrial automation is the focus at Yaskawa. One example is the Sigma-7 servo system: in addition to Yaskawa's own Mechatrolink-III motion bus or integrated Ethercat interface, the axes are now also available with an integrated Profinet interface, enabling seamless integration into corresponding system environments without additional option cards.

Captron is showcasing its product portfolio of capacitive probes and measuring systems at SPS. The new Caneo Series is characterized by the Sensor Fusion Technology and its advanced capacitive measuring principle.
Workpiece carrier transport systems
The specialists at Horizont rely on a workpiece carrier transport system from Stein Automation for the final assembly of pasture fencing devices and lights - with success: twice as many components are now assembled per shift as before, and the ergonomics for the employees have improved.

With the new generation of planetary servo gearboxes, Stöber presents particularly compact drives. Each motor series can be mounted directly in any available size.

Zimmer is presenting its Smart Communication Module in conjunction with the GuideZ commissioning software at the SPS. They enable simple parameterization and commissioning, as well as the advantages of IO-Link components on robots.

Siemens is expanding its product portfolio of technology CPUs with the Simatic Drive Controller. It combines a Simatic S7-1500 controller with motion control, technology and safety functionality with a Sinamics S120 drive controller in one space-saving device.

Captron is presenting a new freely programmable probe for the first time at the SPS: The Caneo series 10 with Sensor Fusion Technology and an advanced capacitive measuring principle.
3D printers for new applications
At Formnext, Arburg will be exhibiting the Freeformer 300-4X with a four-axis component carrier including rotation axis. The new machine can feed continuous fibers and coat them with plastic.