Joint venture between Sandvik Coromant and Microsoft
Sandvik Coromant and Microsoft have launched a cooperation aimed at driving forward the development and digitalization of the manufacturing industry.
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Sandvik Coromant and Microsoft have launched a cooperation aimed at driving forward the development and digitalization of the manufacturing industry.
The Soft Gripper from OnRobot can also handle delicate food automatically. This is made possible by three interchangeable silicone attachments.

ULT is offering a new service: Operators of ULT extraction and filter technology can send in their systems for maintenance.

The IoT ecosystem io-key brings sensor data to the cloud. Based on open standards and a plug-and-play approach, the sensor data is made available in the cloud without any programming effort or intervention in the IT infrastructure. Philipp Boehmert from Autosen explains how this works in practice.
Current developments in additive manufacturing are fueling hopes that 3D printing can be used to produce any part in any shape from any material, thus solving the problem of sourcing obsolete components. But is it really that simple? Why AM cannot replace a good obsolescence management plan.
During the coronavirus pandemic, the Grönwohlder Hausbrauerei brewery is producing disinfectant in its production areas. Still is supporting this commitment and is providing an electric forklift truck for operational logistics free of charge.
Pilot project by Currax and Siemens
Drive specialist Currax and Siemens have launched a pilot project for Simotics Connect 400. The connectivity module enables operating data to be forwarded directly to a cloud-based app in future and promises increased efficiency and a longer service life for components.

Industry on the way to Industry 4.0
The VDMA and the VDW want to jointly promote the use and dissemination of OPC UA standards for mechanical engineering under the Umati brand.

With INDUSTRIAL production & handling, a virtual industrial trade fair is being launched. Computer&AUTOMATION world & conference and materialfluss world & conference will take place at the same time. You can visit all four trade fairs with one ticket.

Logistics has a special role to play in the corona crisis, as supply chains should not be interrupted if possible. Rolf Eiten, Clark President & CEO, describes the current situation in the company and the measures that have been taken, including short-time working from April.