Omron and Neura Robotics Partner to Unveil New Cognitive Robot and Seamless Integration of Automation Technologies at Automate 2024
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Omron and NEURA Robotics Partner to Unveil New Cognitive Robot and Seamless Integration of Automation Technologies at Automate 2024

May 7, 2024 Omron and NEURA Robotics to unveil new line of cognitive robots and advanced AI-driven automation technologies at Automate Omron, a leading solution provider in industrial automation, and NEURA Robotics GmbH, an innovation leader in cognitive robotics, recently announced their strategic partnership aimed at revolutionizing manufacturing efficiency through advanced AI-driven cognitive automation technologies….

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Rockwell Automation Advances Automation Efficiency with Enhanced ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link Master Blocks

May 7, 2024 Manufacturers can further streamline operation processes and reduce deployment time with the release of an enhanced firmware and Add-on Profile (AOP) update in the Allen‑Bradley® ArmorBlock 5000® IO-Link master blocks. The newly added features, coupled with the On-Machine™ capability, provide a significant boost in functionality and performance for applications within demanding industrial environments. Highlights…

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Sustainability in Machining: What Role Does Tool Holding Play?

May 6, 2024 Keeping an eye on the entire process Sustainability considerations are currently “trendy”. Machining and the equipment used for it are no exception. Individual elements – such as tool holding – are often considered. However, if you really want to act sustainably, you should not focus too much on such details, otherwise you…

Control Cabinet-Free Automation as a Game Changer in Machine and System Engineering
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Control Cabinet-Free Automation as a Game Changer in Machine and System Engineering

May 6, 2024 MX-System for a window profile processing machine “The MX-System is changing the face of design and installation in the world of machine building,” explains Ludger Martinschledde, Managing Director of Schirmer Maschinen GmbH. In its initial use in a system for processing profiles, the pluggable system solution for control cabinet-free automation from Beckhoff ticked all…

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Festo Introduces ELGD, a New Generation of Electric Actuator for Linear Applications

May 2, 2024 Festo introduces its newest generation of electrical Cartesian-handling-system mechanical axes. The ELGD-TB tooth belt actuators, and ELGD-BS ball screw actuators, are based on an innovative Festo design. Festo inlaid the bearings into the aluminum extrusion and extended bearings to the full width of the axis. This design enhancement enables high loads in…

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Modern Measuring Transducer Terminal Blocks with Push-X Technology

May 2, 2024 The energy industry in particular benefits from the XTVMEA 6 measuring transducer terminal blocks The key feature of the new XTVMEA 6 measuring transducer terminal blocks from Phoenix Contact is the automatically leading current transformer short circuit. This “make before break” function enables safe current transformer operation for all maintenance and testing tasks. The new…

Margo: The New Open Standard Initiative for Interoperability at the Edge of Industrial Automation
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Margo: The New Open Standard Initiative for Interoperability at the Edge of Industrial Automation

May 2, 2024 Margo is the new open standard initiative for interoperability at the edge of industrial automation. Today, industrial companies face unprecedented challenges. Manpower Group recently reported that 75% of companies in the industrial sector are currently experiencing a talent shortage. Supply chain problems, an increasingly competitive market landscape, rapidly changing customer demand, and the need to increase…

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Biologization Makes Ecological Innovations Possible for the World of Tomorrow

May 2, 2024 From algae cultivation, hydrogen storage and transportation to educational concepts Festo presented a unique concept for the simple storage and safe transportation of hydrogen using bacteria with its “BionicHydrogenBattery” exhibit at the Hannover Messe. The company demonstrated how industrial bioprocesses can be operated efficiently in the long-term using a wide range of…

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Introducing Omron’s Latest E3X-ZV and E3X-MZ Smart Fiber Amplifiers Enhancing Efficiency and Reducing Downtime

May 2 2024 Omron’s E3X-ZV and E3X-MZ Smart Fiber Amplifiers offer seamless integration reliable detection, cost reduction, and enhanced operational efficiency for optimized industrial sensing capabilities Omron Automation Americas, a global leader in industrial automation solutions, announces its’ latest innovation in industrial sensing technology – the Smart Fiber Amplifier. This product is designed to improve…

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Fiix by Rockwell Automation Announces Industry-Leading GenAI Prescriptive Work Orders

May 2, 2024 Included in Fiix Asset Risk Predictor, Fiix Prescriptive Maintenance transforms asset health predictions into actionable work orders Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, is excited to add cutting-edge, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) prescriptive work orders to Fiix Asset Risk Predictor software, creating the first…

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Single Pair Ethernet: Endress+Hauser Teams Up for the Future of Automation

May 2, 2024 Endress+Hauser, a global leader in measurement instrumentation, services and solutions for industrial process engineering, is proud to announce its partnership with the Single Pair Ethernet System Alliance. This strategic alliance underscores the company’s commitment to simplifying our customers’ digitalization needs and investing in the future of automation. What is the role of…

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ABB Co-Launches Interoperability Initiative to Unlock Industrial IoT Insights for More Efficient and Sustainable Industry

April 29, 2024 At the Hannover Messe on April 23, 2024, founding members ABB (including B&R), Capgemini, Microsoft, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric (including AVEVA) and Siemens announced collaboration on a new initiative to deliver interoperability for Industrial IoT ecosystems. Hosted by the Linux Foundation and open to further interested parties, the Margo initiative draws its…

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Siri’s First Head of Product and Design Launches a New AI Startup Combating Misinformation

April 29, 2024 Proemial, supported by well-known tech leaders such as the Amazon CTO, is now launching the groundbreaking knowledge platform, ‘proem’. proem answers user questions backed by scientific research papers and leverages AI to summarize the findings, helping non-experts easily understand and share even complex knowledge Siri’s first Head of Product and Design, Mads…

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Coming Soon: Noark Electric’s A25 Power Circuit Breakers

April 26, 2024 Noark Electric is proud to announce that they will soon be releasing their newest circuit protection product, the A25 Power Circuit Breaker. The A25 will be available up to 2000A draw out, and 2500A fixed mounting. The A25 Power Circuit breaker is the newest to their air circuit breaker line up, following…

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ANCA’s AIMS Selected as Finalist for 2024 Manufacturing Leadership Council Awards

April 25, 2024 The Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC) is the digital transformation division of the National Association of Manufacturers and, as part of its mission, annually seeks world-class manufacturing companies and key individuals who contribute to the technology. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of this premier awards program. On June 5, 2024, various companies and…