In heavy industry, DC motors installed decades ago still deliver reliable performance. But in the face of increasing digitalisation, the challenge isn't whether the motors can keep going - it's whether their supporting infrastructure can keep up. Here, Andrea Verzaglia, product manager, and Umberto Del Grande, head of product marketing department at WEG, explore how new approaches to drive control are enabling legacy equipment to thrive in the Industry 4.0 era.

COPA-DATA has released the latest version of its industrial software platform, zenon 15. Designed to bridge the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT), the new version marks a significant step toward centralised, secure and future-ready industrial systems.

SCHURTER expands its proven DG11 power entry module with a new version featuring integrated magnetic overcurrent protection. No additional fuses required, splash-proof and dust-tight (IP67) - perfect for harsh industrial and medical environments.

Designers who need robust linear drives for automated adjustment tasks often waste valuable engineering time integrating motors and controls. To resolve this, igus has developed the drylin SLX-8060 - a ready-to-fit linear system with an electric lead screw drive.

Small DC motor expert Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), the exclusive UK supplier of FAULHABER drive systems, has expanded its portfolio with the brand's new high performance motors, gearheads and encoders. These new additions are designed to meet the growing demand for compact, powerful and fully integrated drive solutions.

Kistler has launched a new measuring amplifier for strain gauges. The new 4709A, being particularly powerful, compact and robust, is suited for industrial environments. For the application of load cells and torque or pressure sensors, it delivers highly accurate and low-noise signal processing, ensuring reliable results in even the most demanding environments.

Brady Corporation has launched a range of new industrial barcode readers that achieve 99.995% reading accuracy. Brady's new barcode readers are designed to improve data accuracy and can share data via most prominent industrial protocols.

New from ifm is the AL5121 IO-Link input/output module, a compact and efficient solution that simplifies the integration of sensors and actuators into control systems. With its space-saving design and advanced capabilities, the AL5121 is a reliable choice for both control cabinet and field applications requiring minimal IP protection.

The BoVersa enclosure concept from specialist manufacturer BOPLA offers customers a modern design suitable for a wide range of applications. Flexible and customer-specific design options include a lighting concept, wireless communication and maximised cooling technology.

TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda RGF board-mount EMI filters. Suitable for power supplies with high input current requirements, these 20 and 40A filters are designed to provide exceptional differential mode filtering. These modules streamline system-level compliance to CISPR as well as other compliance standards.