I4.0 made easy
With an open and platform-independent modular automation system, Weidmüller makes it easy for machine and plant manufacturers to get started with customized solutions for Industry 4.
read more...read more...Process Information Management System
Cool calculated and hot fired
RHI Magnesita uses a process information management system to optimize its production processes. The PI system from OSIsoft was chosen. After its initial use in a single plant, the system was gradually expanded into a global Industry 4.0 infrastructure with predictive maintenance and manufacturing analytics.
read more...The right data in the cloud
The Proxia MES combines the advantages of centralized data storage with the benefits of cloud-based data storage thanks to DDA (Distributed Data Architecture) technology. The user can decide for each type of data whether it should be stored locally or in a cloud.
read more...The right data in the cloud
The new trendy "SaaS concept" (Software as a Service) is a customer-oriented principle. The software is provided by an external service provider and the customer only receives the service without having to worry about hardware.
read more...A new era of high-volume 3D printing
At the Rapid.Tech and FabCon 3.D trade fair duo, the Fraunhofer Generative Manufacturing Alliance will be presenting a newly developed printer driver that makes it possible to start printing complex and large 3D models within seconds.
read more...Keep your eyes open when buying freight!
Full order books are a reason to be happy, but they also require efficient transport logistics: the products must reach the customer quickly, reliably and at a high level of quality.
read more...Collaboration and digital workspace trends
The new CEBIT is promoting more collaboration, as the digital workplace is becoming a productivity hotspot. Solutions with 360-degree output that provide all office tools in an end-to-end process are in demand.
read more...Controls delivered faster
Yaskawa has expanded its production and delivery capacities and now offers higher standard availability for the Vipa 300S+ controller generation. This enables machine builders and automation specialists to respond more quickly to customer inquiries.
read more...Innovative chip for 3D imaging
Vayyar Imaging, a leading provider of 3D imaging technology, says it will offer "the world's most advanced system on a chip (SOC) for mmWave 3D imaging technology". This chip integrates an unprecedented number of transceivers and a high-performance digital signal processor (DSP) that delivers precise and contour-accurate results.
read more...News from the raspberry
The Raspberry Pi Foundation has presented the new version of the Raspberry Pi mini-computer, which is distributed by RS Components. The Model B+ offers higher processor performance and faster communication combined with extensive multimedia capabilities in the same installation space as its predecessors.
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