SICK Sensor Intelligence has launched the PBST touchscreen pressure sensor. Building on and complementing the company's existing range of high accuracy, reliable and robust pressure sensors/switches, the PBST multifunctional IO-Link sensor is SICK's first ceramic cell pressure measurement sensor, delivering suppression of pressure spikes and surges, as well as corrosion resistance.

In mechanical engineering, there are often several variants of a machine that differ in terms of their range of functions, configuration, and topology of the connected devices. The I/O Connection Manager in the LASAL automation software from SIGMATEK ensures that communication between the control and the connected I/O is flexible and scalable.

Machine builders are beginning to implement artificial intelligence (AI) for a variety of tasks, such as predictive maintenance and control systems. If AI is used within control systems, there can be safety implications. For example, AI might determine how a robot reacts when a person enters its operating zone. Derek Coulson, compliance specialist at Hold Tech Files, explains.

maxon has enhanced its ESCON2 speed and current controller with CANopen communications. The update is available with new firmware and applies to controllers already in use as well as new products. ESCON2 operates with DC and brushless DC (BLDC) motors. Additional firmware developments have also improved the device's speed control capabilities.

The Instrumentation Products Division Europe of Parker Hannifin is launching its series of compact Hi-Pro distribution manifolds, designed for industries where space-savings, weight reduction, and high-pressure performance are critical.

The new surge protection for SPE and APL applications in the Termitrab complete product family from Phoenix Contact meets international standards and provides comprehensive protection for potentially explosive areas in process automation.

Siemens Digital Industries Software is introducing new versions of its Teamcenter X software so that organisations of all sizes can leverage best-in-class SaaS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to digitally transform and drive innovation across the manufacturing industry.

The aviation industry is facing a major upheaval. In addition to new solutions for decarbonisation and innovations for digitalisation, manufacturers and suppliers are increasingly working on automation in aircraft production. Henkel is aiding in these efforts with the new Sonderhoff DM80 Static Mix dosing machine.

Schneider Electric has outlined how industrial automation can be transformed using EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin and robotics to drive efficiency and long-term sustainability.

In the world of robot manufacturing, efficiency has always been king. Faster cycle times, greater precision and maximum output have long dictated how industrial robots are designed. But today, a new measure of success is emerging: sustainability. Here, Nigel Smith, managing director of TM Robotics, explores three key factors shaping sustainable robot design.