03/29/2021
Procentec Virtual Live Event on Industrial Cyber Security
Industrial cybersecurity will be the main theme during Procentec's Virtual Product Launch on April 8, 2021. The
event will showcase new products, livestreams, entertainment and more.
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03/24/2021
Full control of industrial networks
Remote monitoring and fault diagnostics for PROFIBUS and industrial Ethernet. How do I keep my plant running
24/7, maximize productivity and reduce network failure? Factories lose between 5 percent to 20 percent in
productivity due to unplanned downtime, where just one minute of downtime can cost thousands of euros.
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03/24/2021
Condition monitoring on machine tools
Flexible and cost-effective machine retrofitting with DATAEAGLE. Machine tools play a central role in the
manufacturing industry and especially in supplier companies to the automotive industry. For years, the
performance of these machines was based on electromechanical assemblies, and sensors were only used as part of
safety functions. This is changing in the course of Industry 4.0.
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03/24/2021
Dream team for Industrial IoT
Smart data through decentralized pre-processing, IO-Link and cloud services – with this integrated concept Turck
enables efficient solutions for Industry 4.0 and IIoT. End-to-end bidirectional communication down to the
sensor/actuator level and with access to additional data – IO-Link increases the potential of industrial cloud
services. Turck is combining both technologies and is thus opening up different possibilities of process
optimization for users. For example, the simplification of...
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12/01/2020
First Rate Climate in the IIoT
There are many reasons for the excessive build-up of heat in control cabinets. Designers can often minimize the
dangers resulting from incorrectly arranged devices or poor ventilation in advance. However, specific condition
monitoring is needed for external factors and device anomalies. Turck‘s IM18-CCM cabinet guard now provides a
smart solution for processing sensor data via Ethernet in the IIoT.
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12/01/2020
Weidmüller: Web-based remote maintenance solution u-link for greater machine availability
Seamless production sits at the core of every company‘s operations. If production stops, due to an error for
example, a quick response is required. But what if the specialist for the plant is not on site? Thanks to
digitalisation, the magic words in this case are often remote maintenance. Estimates assume that up to 60
percent of errors can be resolved or at least supported via remote access. Weidmüller‘s u-link remote access
service offers a system that is easy to install, easy to configure...
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12/01/2020
Ethernet/IP network modules for assembly and material handling
Balluff offers its newest special Ethernet/IP network blocks for assembly and material handling technology. The
IO-Link masters (BNI00EF/ BNI00EH) enable not only rapid integration of various IO-Link devices into existing
networks, but also feature multiple ports with 4 Ampere output current for connecting drive equipment such as 24 V DC motors or electrical stoppers.
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11/03/2020
Starter Kit to Experience IO‑Link
Turck's IO-Link system box, consisting of I/O module, sensors and indicator light enables users to discover the
benefits of the communication standard. Turck is now offering a compact starter kit for users wishing to discover the benefits of the IO-Link digital
communication protocol. The IO-Link devices contained in the box enable interested users to set up their own
system and thus gain hands-on experience in the technology.
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09/30/2020
Webinar Series Industrial Wireless Solutions for Automation
Stable, highly available and secure: the demands on industrial wireless solutions are high. By participating in
the Webinar series, you will benefit from the core competence of Schildknecht AG in the field of industrial
radio data transmission. All webinars last 30 to 45 minutes and then offer a question and answer session of
approx. 15 minutes.
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09/02/2020
Ethernet-Safety-I/O-Modules in IP67
Turck is expanding its portfolio of safety I/O components with the TBPN and TBIP block I/O modules for Profisafe
and CIP Safety respectively. The robust IP67 modules provide safety input and output signals directly from the
field to the safety controller.
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04/07/2020
Self-sufficient controller for small and medium-scale automation tasks
Local, stand-alone controllers offer benefits compared to central solutions in a wide range of different
applications: They reduce system-wide data traffic, are resistant to interferences within the network, make
troubleshooting easier and are very well suited to being combined with manual processes. Weidmüller's u-control
2000 web controller offers all these benefits and is based on open web technologies.
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04/07/2020
Integrating IO-Link Devices in Profinet
Profinet devices can be integrated into the engineering systems of controllers using their description files. In
this way, all devices and parameters of controller networks can be created, maintained from a single system and
saved. The system does not allow this in-depth integration for IO-Link devices.
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03/18/2020
Ready-to-use Condition Monitoring System
Plug-and-play from sensor to data dashboard. Condition monitoring (CM) has long been known as a method for
ensuring high availability of machines and plants by means of remote monitoring of parameters relevant to the
operations. CM is increasingly becoming a key component of industry 4.0 business models. An example is the CM
solution designed by Schildknecht AG, for radio data transmission and IIoT solutions.
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02/18/2020
Hardware on trend topics such as high-performance computing, mobile outdoor computers and wireless IoT
With more than 1,100 exhibitors, embedded world takes place annually in Nuremberg and is one of the most
important trade fairs for embedded hardware and presents the latest developments in this segment. As a
specialized manufacturer and value-added distributor for industrial IT, hardware and software, BRESSNER
Technology will present a wide range of innovative embedded hardware in hall 1, booth 341.
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12/04/2019
IIoT applications in practice
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT for short) has arrived in practice. However, IIoT applications are only
successful if they offer customers real benefits. At SPS 2019 MB connect-line showed some practical examples –
based on customer applications that have already been implemented.
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10/01/2019
From remote maintenance to the Internet of Things
The mbNET industrial routers by MB connect line can be upgraded with mbEDGE to an IoT gateway. This provides
users with a multifunctional solution for implementing safe IoT applications.
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10/01/2019
Versatile industrial 4G LTE cellular route
With the UR55, ICP Deutschland is launching an industrial - LTE cellular router onto the market that offers a
wide range of interfaces.
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06/04/2019
Segment industrial networks and protect them securely: Industrial firewall for automation engineers
In many traditionally grown production networks, the focus is on free data exchange across all components and
systems. However, if all paths are open, viruses and malware can spread unhindered in the entire network. To
prevent this, it is recommended to segment the production network into manageable logical units – for example
with the industrial firewall mbNETFIX from MB connect line.
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03/26/2019
Modular system for remote monitoring and digital services
With industrial routers as IoT gateways, data can be collected and analysed – and at the same time adjustments
to the system control can be done immediately via remote access. At Hannover Messe 2019, Hall 8, Booth A04/1, MB
connect line will demonstrate how this can be done simply and securely.
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03/26/2019
Extortion attacks on OT and IIoT infrastructure
In Germany, Europe’s biggest industrial economy, the harnessing of IIoT to digital automation has developed far
enough for it to routinely be described as a fourth industrial revolution. However, the more devices, equipment,
sensors and applications are connected, the greater the risk of cybercrime.
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02/20/2019
Secure your Factory: Industrial router provides Edge Computing
Data is the new gold. But instead of transferring a large amount of raw data directly into the cloud, the
pre-processing of data at the edge of the network – edge computing – is increasingly favored. With mbEDGE, the
collected machine and sensor data is evaluated locally and only the results are transferred to the cloud
application.
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02/20/2019
Interference-free transmission with the Ethernet media converter
The new FL MC EF 660 SCRJ media converter from Phoenix Contact enables the connection of cost-effective polymer
and HCS/PCF fiber technology.
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12/10/2018
IO-Link master modules in the IP20 and IP67 degree of protection
IO-Link is considered key technology for implementing industry 4.0 and IIoT concepts. For this technology
Weidmüller provides IO-Link master modules in IP20 and IP67 degree of protection. Plug-in connectors and
pre-assembled cables for the bus connection as well as sensor/actuator cabling complete the product portfolio.
The parametrisation and configuration of IO-Link devices can be performed with a web‑based configuration tool
that contains an interface to the manufacturer‑independent...
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08/28/2018
Remote maintenance ensures operational safety of large aquariums
Feel starfish sucking on your hand - large aquariums as in the Ostsee-Info-Center (OIC (Baltic Sea Information
Centre)), in various zoos or at the "Sealife" locations delight visitors of all ages. The aquariums
provide exciting insights into the ecosystems of diverse underwater worlds.
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