
Monitoring all along the line
Apps for cloud-based automation services. Siemens presents new apps for automation with Simatic systems. The Mind apps Machine Monitor, Notifier and Performance Monitor are special applications for Mindsphere.
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Apps for cloud-based automation services. Siemens presents new apps for automation with Simatic systems. The Mind apps Machine Monitor, Notifier and Performance Monitor are special applications for Mindsphere.

The Guardus control agenda includes a CAQ function network for agile interaction between quality and production that extends across the entire production process: from automated first piece inspections and dynamic process releases to just-in-time inspections for material registrations and real-time checks in the event of machine malfunctions or last part inspections.
Machine learning, big data and Industry 4.0 - these buzzwords have long since become real concepts. With intelligent products such as smart plastics from Igus, companies can, for example, increase the reliability of their systems, plan maintenance work precisely and thus save costs.
Measuring device for Profibus networks

Anyone who has ever carried out a quality analysis in an industrial network knows the value of quick and precise diagnostics that simplify the task of maintenance instead of making it unnecessarily complicated.
Who better to get started with Industry 4.0 than the automation experts? Germany's manufacturing companies have embarked on the path to digitalization in terms of Manufacturing 4.0.

The heart of the new AFSG-APM accumulation conveyor from Tünkers is now the toothed belt drive instead of the central chain. It is maintenance-free, operates quietly and is largely compatible with the proven AFS technology, according to the manufacturer.
At the Hannover Messe, the PSI Group will be presenting integrated industrial software solution scenarios from the areas of production, logistics, service and asset management, using the practical example of e.GO Mobile AG to demonstrate the integrated production and logistics process live at the trade fair stand.
Asset performance management solutions
Aspen Technology, Inc., a provider of software for the optimization of industrial plants, will be presenting its comprehensive Asset Performance Management (APM) solutions for the first time at the Hannover Messe.

At Tube in Düsseldorf, SCOPE spoke to Stefanie Flaeper, Managing Director at Transfluid Maschinenbau, about how the future of bending technology is shaping up - particularly with regard to Industry 4.0 and flexibilization through the use of robots.
Digitalization and Industry 4.0 will also profoundly change the tube and wire industry in the coming years, the SMS Group is certain, and promises new impetus for the industry with its trade fair appearance at Wire & Tube 2018.