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The medium- and large-volume processing of metal parts for the automotive sector is a key business segment for Schlote Group.

Digital tool life monitoring: making machine data transparent

New machine concept for the industrial production of brooms and brushes uses distributed servo drive technology and EtherCAT P to facilitate a production process overhaul.

Machines leverage distributed servos and EtherCAT P

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As with a machine vision system on an assembly line, a vision-guided robot uses intelligent processing to give it instructions. A slight alteration to the code allows the same robot to perform entirely different tasks, i.e., switching between products and batch runs, with no mechanical adjustments.

Vision-Guided robots: Cameras Give Robots Human-Like Functions

As with a machine vision system on an assembly line, a vision-guided robot uses intelligent processing to give …

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Prepared for the future with seamless data transparency

TwinCAT 3 IoT Data Agent feeds the data lake at Wienerberger AG. In the digitalization initiative, the Group …

Battery-Container ensure the onboard power supply to freely moving electric cranes. An IoT Edge Gateway connects the battery management system to the DATAEAGLE cloud to monitor the values 24/7.

Connecting container cranes across the globe

IoT Edge-Gateway enables remote monitoring of the power supply for electric RTG cranes.

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Cables create reliable connections in the forge

The VIVA Forging Company relies on LAPP for cables. Its Czech Republic forging operation uses cables in its …

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Industrial diagnostic switch simplifies system testing

Testing and system debugging Ethernet switches is a significant issue for machine builders. One solution is a switch …

The Orkla factory in Indre Arna is highly automated and requires reliable communication for applications such as automated transport of raw materials and finished products.

Secure and reliable network switches increase productivity

A state-of-the-art industrial network provides a stable, reliable, and secure communication backbone for all operations at the Orkla …

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Dignified Motors introduces technology to mobility industry

An innovative engineer turns to edge controller technology to power an EPIC Chevy Silverado lift system. Opto 22 …

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Data communications technology supports passenger train displays

Compact Ethernet switches from Westermo connect innovative LCD train windows displaying passenger information.

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