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This time, the focus is on the growing importance of photonics for defense and security applications in Europe.
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Igus Acquires Krott Electronic
The goal is to offer integrated system solutions for shore power supply, charging infrastructure, and niche industrial applications where high power must be transmitted safely.
AI-powered agent optimizes firmware security and analysis processes
Onekey is expanding its product cybersecurity platform with the Onekey AI Agent, which combines large language models with the platform's analysis results.
Merger of Blackbird and Lessmüller
The sister companies Blackbird Robot Systems and Lessmüller Laser Technology will operate jointly under the name Iqlase going forward
Solinide Develops Photonic Chips for Energy-Efficient AI Data Centers
Solinide Photonics, a Swedish deep-tech company and spin-off of Chalmers University of Technology, has closed a seed funding round of 4 million euros
Special Exhibition on Non-Contact Measurement Technology at Control 2027: Exhibits Wanted
The Fraunhofer Vision Division, in collaboration with P. E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG, is organizing the 20th edition of the “Noncontact Measurement Technology” special exhibition as part of the Control 2027 trade show.
AI-Powered Plastic Recycling with Artificial Neural Twin
In the K3I-Cycling project, 16 partners are developing methods to recover plastic recyclates with defined quality levels from mixed lightweight packaging waste.
JVL Expands Its Portfolio of Integrated Motors for Industrial Automation
The company is introducing several innovations in the field of integrated drive technology
Discontinuation and End of Support
Neurocheck will end the product life cycle of its Neurocheck 6.1 image processing software on December 31, 2026.
Spectaris Strengthens Expertise in Digital Regulation and AI
Since August 1, Maximilian Kunze has been serving as a consultant for the German Industry Association for Optics, Photonics, Analytical and Medical Technology.
The Imaging Source Strengthens Its Sales Team
The company has appointed Stefan Brendjes as its new Sales Manager for Southern Germany.
Evosys Laser Establishes Subsidiary
The company has established Attosys Laser, thereby expanding its range of laser-based manufacturing processes.
Mitutoyo Open House Day 2026: Focus on Precision Measurement Technology
This free event is aimed at professionals in manufacturing and quality assurance who would like to learn about the latest developments in precision measurement technology.
Progress on the Impact 2030 Sustainability Roadmap
Schneider Electric reports significant progress in implementing its Impact 2030 sustainability strategy for the first half of 2026.
Conrad B2B Catalog Reissued
Conrad Electronic is expanding its B2B operations with a new, 960-page catalog that serves as a print introduction to the Conrad Sourcing Platform.
Solid-State Transformers for AI Data Centers
As part of a strategic partnership, Siemens and Reinhausen are developing a solid-state transformer for AI data centers with an 800-volt DC system.
Siemens Consolidates Its Automation Business into a New Unit Called Automation
Rainer Brehm, who previously served as COO of the automation business and CTO of Digital Industries, was appointed president of the new unit.
Digikey Expands Its Product Line
In the second quarter of 2026, the company expanded its portfolio by adding 104 new suppliers and over 27,000 items available for immediate delivery.
Baumer Opens New Innovation Lab for Sensor Testing
Baumer, a sensor specialist, has opened a new innovation lab in Frauenfeld. Across 1,300 square meters, new products undergo leak, shock, vibration, and temperature tests before going into mass production.
TQ Strengthens Its Product Compliance Center with a New Co-Leadership Team
The company is continuing to expand its accredited testing laboratory, the TQ-Product-Compliance-Center (TQ-PCC), and is reorganizing its management.
AMS Osram Strengthens Its Core Semiconductor Business and Develops microLED Arrays for AR Glasses
The company reported revenue of 805 million euros and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16.9% for the second quarter of 2026, reaching the upper end of its forecast range.
Atlas Copco Discontinues the IPG Precision and IPG Mobile Projection Systems
Atlas Copco is phasing out its IPG Precision and IPG Mobile projection solutions. Final orders can be placed through September 18, 2026. This move follows the acquisition of Extend3D.
Nabtesco Expands Service for the Allux 2 Knee Joint in Europe
Maintenance, repairs, and technical support are centrally coordinated through the Düsseldorf location.
50 Years at Excelitas: The Göttingen Semiconductor Site Honors a Long-Time Employee
On August 1, 2026, Frank Schindler will celebrate 50 years of service at Excelitas’ Göttingen location. He started there in 1976 as a precision mechanic and now works as a cost engineer in the semiconductor business.
Peter Stiefenhöfer to Serve as EMVA's Media Contact
Peter Stiefenhöfer will take over media and press duties for the EMVA effective August 1, 2026. He succeeds Andreas Breyer in this role, who has been responsible for the association’s media relations for many years.
Aldo Kamper Will Remain CEO of AMS Osram Through 2031
AMS Osram has extended CEO Aldo Kamper's contract early, through the end of September 2031. His previous term was set to expire at the end of March 2027.
Synapticon and Stabilus are jointly developing actuators for humanoid robots
Synapticon and Stabilus have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and manufacture integrated actuators for humanoid robots and other robotics applications.
Industrial PC manufacturer Teguar expands its presence in the DACH region
The company focuses on edge AI and medical technology.
Zeiss SMT Expands Capacity
At the Oberkochen site, approximately 25,000 square meters of additional space is being built for production and production-related areas.
European EtherCAT Plug Fest 2026 Sees Record Turnout
The 36th European EtherCAT Plug Fest took place on July 15 and 16, 2026, at Sick’s SIA campus in Waldkirch and was fully booked, with 69 developers from 30 companies in attendance.
Neura Robotics and RWTH Aachen University Expand Training Network for Physical AI
Neura Robotics is expanding its global network of specialized training centers for Physical AI to include the Neura Gym RWTH Aachen, which is scheduled to open at the Hightech Campus Melaten in late 2026.
Meorga Expands Its 2027 MSR Specialty Trade Shows to Include Locations in Switzerland and Poland
In addition to established events in Germany, Austria, and Spain, locations in Basel and Warsaw are being added for the first time.
Configurable ring lights are now available
Edmund Optics is expanding its lighting portfolio for industrial machine vision to include configurable Lumimax ring lights, which are available worldwide from stock.
Mks Opens European Laser Applications Lab for Pulsed Lasers
Lasers of various power classes are available in separate laboratory rooms, supplemented by Ophir measurement equipment as well as optical benches, optomechanical components, and motion systems from Newport.
Polytec Honors Company Founder Liselotte Lossau
Together with her husband, she founded Polytec GmbH in 1967, thereby laying the foundation for today's internationally active Polytec Group.
