

Standards prevail

Data networks in factories must be fast, real-time capable and standardized, demands Oliver Riedel, Professor at the ISW at the University of Stuttgart. But there is still some homework to be done before then. As a manufacturer of cables, Lapp is prepared for the changes.
Fischertechnik shows miniature factory lines

At Motek, Fischertechnik will be presenting its miniature factory lines, which are already demonstrating Industry 4.0 activities in many companies.
Smart solutions for manual assembly

Data goggles, pick-by-light, assembly robots or feeding systems: This year's Motek will showcase IT-supported systems for manual assembly as well as solutions for automated assembly processes.
Intelligent networking of systems
Baumüller is presenting automation and drive technology for process automation and handling at Motek. At the joint stand of the Mechatronics & Automation Cluster, the experts will be showcasing complete automation systems, solutions for networked systems and new developments at hardware and software level.

"Lean Factory Roadshow" showcases digitalization solutions from Werma
As part of the "Lean Factory Roadshow", Werma Signaltechnik is inviting managing directors, production and logistics managers as well as all lean and process managers to its own production facility from October 23 to 24, 2018.

Calculate cooling capacity in the enclosure
Mensch und Maschine Software extends the CAE system Ecscad: In the enclosure configurator, the cooling capacity, the power loss to be dissipated and the required volume flow can be calculated interactively in the enclosure layout.
Avoid mistakes in occupational safety
Railroad technology automation
Automation technology for the rails

At Innotrans, Pilz will be demonstrating how level crossings or points control systems can be automated with the PSS 4000-R system.

Omron opens Innovation Center in Stuttgart
Omron is providing a demonstrator with a complete automation environment including mobile intralogistics at its new customer and technology center in Stuttgart.

