Tag Archives: industrial automation

Schneider Electric and Royal Avebe Demonstrate Scalable Industrial Electrification Within Existing Grid Limits at Foxhol Facility

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, Royal Avebe, and AVEVA have demonstrated a practical approach to industrial electrification that works within existing grid limitations, addressing one of Europe’s most pressing energy challenges. At Avebe’s Foxhol plant in the Netherlands, the partners implemented … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Expands Humanoid Robotics Strategy with Hexagon Robotics Partnership Focused on Industrial Deployment and Actuator Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has partnered with Hexagon Robotics to develop key components for humanoid robots and integrate these systems into its global production network. The collaboration focuses on high-precision rotary actuators based on Schaeffler’s award-winning platform, combining advanced motors, electronics, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Enhances EDGECAM with Faster Simulation, Improved Machining Strategies and Integrated AI Assistance

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has released an updated version of EDGECAM designed to help manufacturers prepare and verify CNC programs more quickly and efficiently. The new features include significantly faster simulation rewind capabilities, enhanced 3D simulation sharing through Live Job Reports, … Read the full press release

Metso Expands African Operations with New Cape Town Hub to Strengthen Bulk Material Handling Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Metso has inaugurated a new bulk material handling hub in Cape Town, South Africa, expanding its regional presence and strengthening its ability to serve customers across Africa. The facility enhances engineering expertise, provides access to advanced automation technologies, … Read the full press release

Automation Engineering Becomes Krause Automation Under Agile Robots as thyssenkrupp Sharpens Portfolio Strategy

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has finalized the sale of its Automation Engineering unit to Agile Robots SE, marking a key step in its strategic portfolio transformation. The business will operate as Krause Automation within the Agile Robots Group, combining … Read the full press release

Canada’s Trade Commissioner in Milan, Simone Grassi, to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) will host Simone Grassi, Trade Commissioner at the Consulate of Canada in Milan, at its 5th Session taking place from April 22–24, 2026, in Lake Como. His participation highlights Canada’s growing influence in … Read the full press release

KUKA Introduces New AI Driven Automation Platform to Bridge Traditional Robotics and Intelligent Systems

(IN BRIEF) KUKA Group has unveiled its Automation 2.0 vision, highlighting the growing role of Physical AI in transforming industrial automation. Presented at NVIDIA GTC, the company introduced its KUKA AMP platform, which integrates traditional rule-based systems with AI-driven, intent-based … Read the full press release

Italy’s Undersecretary for Technological Innovation, Sen. Alessio Butti, to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced that Alessio Butti will participate in its 5th Session in Lake Como from April 22–24, 2026, contributing key insights from Italy’s national digital transformation agenda. As Undersecretary for Technological Innovation, Butti … Read the full press release

Dürr Showcases Next Generation Paint Shop Technologies Focused on Efficiency and Sustainability at Open House 2026

(IN BRIEF) Dürr AG will host its Open House 2026 from April 21 to 23, presenting a comprehensive suite of innovations aimed at transforming paint shop operations through greater flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability. The hybrid global event will feature live … Read the full press release

Henkel Opens Bengaluru Innovation Hub to Support Next Generation Electronics Manufacturing and Local Development

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has opened a new customer application center in Bengaluru to support India’s expanding electronics manufacturing industry, providing a collaborative environment for co-developing and validating advanced materials and processes. The facility addresses a critical gap in local testing … Read the full press release

Jungheinrich Expands Presence at LogiMAT 2026 with Connected Solutions for Automated and Manual Warehouse Operations

(IN BRIEF) Jungheinrich will showcase an extensive range of connected material handling solutions at LogiMAT 2026, where it stands as the largest exhibitor. The company’s presentation focuses on integrating manual and automated processes to optimise material flow, supported by innovations … Read the full press release

Bechtle Showcases End to End Industrial Digitalisation Strategy with AI, PLM and OT Security at Hannover Messe 2026

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle Group is expanding its presence at Hannover Messe 2026 with a larger, more integrated showcase of industrial digitalisation solutions. Bringing together multiple business units and partners, the company will demonstrate how technologies such as PLM, AI, digital … Read the full press release

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence launches APOLLO platform to enable predictive maintenance and improve metrology asset performance

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence has launched APOLLO, an AI-driven platform designed to enhance the management of metrology assets by enabling predictive maintenance and real-time condition monitoring. The system analyzes machine behavior, environmental conditions, and operational data to detect anomalies … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric report highlights industry shift toward AI-driven autonomy as energy demand and workforce pressures intensify

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric’s latest global research highlights a major shift in the energy and chemicals sector toward autonomous operations, with nearly half of processes expected to become fully autonomous by 2030 and a significant portion already operating at advanced … Read the full press release

KUKA Introduces New AI Driven Automation Platform to Bridge Traditional Robotics and Intelligent Systems

(IN BRIEF) KUKA Group has unveiled its Automation 2.0 vision, highlighting the growing role of Physical AI in transforming industrial automation. Presented at NVIDIA GTC, the company introduced its KUKA AMP platform, which integrates traditional rule-based systems with AI-driven, intent-based … Read the full press release

ABB introduces next-generation Automation Extended ecosystem combining DCS reliability with AI, analytics, and IoT capabilities

(IN BRIEF) ABB has introduced its Automation Extended program, a strategic evolution of its distributed control systems designed to help industries modernize their automation infrastructure without disrupting operations or risking system integrity. The initiative builds on ABB’s established platforms such … Read the full press release

Hexagon Robotics Collaborates with Microsoft to Scale Physical AI for Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon Robotics and Microsoft have formed a strategic partnership to advance the development and deployment of industrial humanoid robots powered by Physical AI. By combining Hexagon’s robotics, sensor fusion, and spatial intelligence with Microsoft’s Azure-based AI and cloud … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches eXplore Tour Mobile Showroom to Showcase AI-Driven Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens is launching its eXplore Tour, a mobile showroom experience that will travel across the United States in 2026 to showcase AI-driven manufacturing and digital transformation technologies. Debuting at CES 2026, the interactive 18-wheel mobile exhibit will visit … Read the full press release

Siemens and NVIDIA Partner to Deliver AI-Accelerated Manufacturing and Digital Twins

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and NVIDIA have expanded their strategic partnership to bring AI into the core of industrial design, manufacturing, and operations. The collaboration will deliver AI-accelerated solutions across the full industrial lifecycle, from digital twins and simulation to adaptive … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests Alongside Resource Partners in Unilogo Robotics to Strengthen Poland’s Advanced Manufacturing Sector

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has acquired an indirect minority stake in Polish robotics firm Unilogo Robotics, investing alongside private equity fund Resource Partners to support the company’s continued expansion. Unilogo specialises in integrated robotic assembly lines controlled by proprietary software, … Read the full press release