System for testing automotive bus systems

With the new version 5 of the Ixxat Act tool, HMS is expanding the functional scope of the Automotive Configuration Tool and also packing numerous functions into the freeware version of the software tool.
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With the new version 5 of the Ixxat Act tool, HMS is expanding the functional scope of the Automotive Configuration Tool and also packing numerous functions into the freeware version of the software tool.

Following the entry into force of the European General Data Protection Regulation, there is still a great deal of uncertainty. A consistent data strategy can help turn the GDPR from a corset into an opportunity.
Interview with Christoph Papenfuss, OSIsoft

Data is the new oil, they say. SCOPE spoke to Christoph Papenfuss from OSIsoft about the opportunities that data analytics and interdisciplinary teams present for the industry and where the greatest danger lies for Germany.
The trend towards mass automation is giving an enormous boost to small and lightweight robots in particular. Lightweight robots from Universal Robots, for example, are harmless when interacting with humans and can also be programmed quickly.
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.

This vending machine has everything under control: Valuable tools or equipment are safely stored in the drawer compartment. An electromechanically locked metal flap grants access only to those who can authenticate themselves using their ID card or PIN.

What are the latest development trends in drive technology? From November 7 to 9, more than 90 of 447 exhibitors will be presenting their innovations in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drive technology at the FMB - Supplier Fair for Mechanical Engineering.

With the Profisafe interface module SK TU4-PNS, Nord Drivesystems offers an optional module that meets the highest safety requirements, allows flexible integration of various safety components and ensures safe communication in Profinet environments.

Installation concepts based on Profibus reach their limits with a high degree of automation and short throughput times. With Profinet, an established technology is available. Murrelektronik offers plug & play devices for Profinet networks that enable the integration of IO-Link using IODD on board technology.

Promess will be presenting its UDM5 universal torque modules at Automatica. The systems are used wherever the customer places high demands on the accuracy of torque measurement under high mechanical loads.