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Global Robotics Associations Call for a Joint Automation Strategy
Automation

Global Robotics Associations Call for a Joint Automation Strategy

The declaration establishes a common policy framework to make robotics a strategic priority

Kisa's Compact Measurement System Wins AMA Innovation Award
Automation

Kisa's Compact Measurement System Wins AMA Innovation Award

The system is designed for the precise characterization of laser radiation in research and industry

USB Data Acquisition and Digital Control System
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USB Data Acquisition and Digital Control System

FEMTO offers LUCI-M, a compact, universal, and high-resolution USB system for data acquisition and device control

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FSG Expands Electronics Manufacturing in Zernsdorf with New Printed Circuit Board Production Facility

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Hummel's Plant Expansion Boosts Metal Processing and Resource Efficiency

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Icecube Neutrino Observatory: Hamamatsu Photonics Boosts Sensitivity with New Photodetectors

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Motek, Bondexpo, and Vision Bring Together Automation and Image Processing

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Practical Digitalization for Industry 4.0 and IIoT

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Zeiss Strengthens Its Semiconductor Business with a New Semiconductor Innovation Center in Korea

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Global Robotics Associations Call for a Joint Automation Strategy

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Ams Osram Sells Non-Optical Analog/Mixed-Signal Sensors to Infineon

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Generative AI Simplifies Access to Production and Machine Data

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Adar One 3D Ultrasonic Sensor Expands Safety Concepts in Robotics

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Adcole Expands Manufacturing: Shaft Measurement Machines from Germany

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New IFR Leadership Unveiled

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Magsense 2026 Conference Focuses on Magnetic Sensor Systems

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Drone-Based Laser Measurement Technology for Precise Gas Analysis Over Volcanic Fields

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Kisa's Compact Measurement System Wins AMA Innovation Award

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Humanoid Robotics: German Industry Calls for Faster Development

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Forecast: Significant Growth in Industrial Robotics by 2030; Cobots Are Growing the Fastest

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DigiKey Launches the Second Season of “A Sustainable Future”

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Keysight Acquires VPIphotonics

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Edmund Optics Receives the “2026 Private Company Boards of the Year Award”

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The AutomationsBest Award is now entering its 4rd round. The award will be presented at SPS - Smart Production Solutions in Nuremberg.

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Prism Ground ISR: AI Software for Ground-Based Reconnaissance and Target Tracking

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netRapid 90IC: Embedded module redefines industrial communication in field devices

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Flexi Net: High-performance safety controller for stationary and mobile applications

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DualGear System Enables Two Synchronous Movements with Maximum Performance

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Extremely compact positioning drive GEL 6008

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Electric actuator

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Innovative Wireless Safety System RE 6900

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scanCONTROL 8500

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ABB Robotics’ new PoWa CRB 1910 cobot combines collaborative robotics with industrial performance

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Certified drylin lead screw axis for dry cleanrooms

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Certified drylin toothed belt axis with ESD protection

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Time-of-flight sensor OT200

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DIP synchronous servo motor liquid cooled

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5× More Data Power: AT Launches New High-Performance 3D Camera

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DTECT Object 3D

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ASi-5/ASi-3 Diagnostic Repeater BWU4981: ASi Circuit Extension including Diagnostics

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iTHERM SurfaceLine TM611 Surface thermometer

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Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors with Long Range

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TOX ElectricDrive Core - higher measurement accuracy and scalable safety

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TOX PowerPackage - with integrated software connectivity and easy control—completely reimagined

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New Jumo advertising tower with LED technology and a rotating logo in Fulda

The company has replaced the old tower at its Fulda site with a technically upgraded facility.

Control 2027 Focuses on Modern Quality Assurance and AI-Powered Measurement Technology
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Control 2027 Focuses on Modern Quality Assurance and AI-Powered Measurement Technology

Following the Control Expert Days 2026, the organizer, P. E. Schall, is preparing a program that reflects the latest developments in industrial quality assurance

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Confocal High Temperature Sensors IFS2407-HT/VAC

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    AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

    AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

    From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT invites you to AKL'26. The photonics congress with over 500 participants is taking place for the 15th time, this year with a significantly expanded program, over 80 presentations, and 54 exhibitor booths.

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