Tag Archives: industrial automation

Agile Robots acquires thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering to form new Krause Automation and drive next-generation industrial automation

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has signed an agreement to sell its Automation Engineering business unit to Agile Robots SE as part of its broader strategic repositioning toward growth and capital-market readiness. Automation Engineering, known for bespoke mechanical engineering and … Read the full press release

Siemens and NEC Partner to Automate Robot Teaching and Accelerate Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software and NEC Corporation have signed a Technology Partner Program Agreement to jointly develop an automated robot teaching solution that integrates NEC’s Robot Task Planning service with Siemens’ Process Simulate software. The collaboration, part of … Read the full press release

Schaeffler and Neura Robotics Form Strategic Partnership to Advance Industrial Humanoid Development and Physical AI Ecosystem

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler AG and Neura Robotics have entered a strategic partnership to co-develop and supply key components for humanoid robots, including advanced actuators designed for continuous industrial use. Under the agreement, Schaeffler will integrate thousands of Neura humanoids into … Read the full press release

Henkel Launches High Thermal Conductivity Gap Filler to Advance Cooling Efficiency in 800G and 1.6T Optical Modules

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched Loctite TCF 14001, a high-performance liquid thermal interface material designed for advanced optical transceivers used in AI data centers. Featuring a 14.5 W/m-K thermal conductivity — one of the highest among liquid TIMs — the … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric and Roca Group strengthen global operations through unified digital transformation and sustainability strategy

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric and Roca Group have partnered to advance a global digital transformation that enhances operational efficiency, energy performance, and sustainability across Roca’s industrial network. Through technologies like AVEVA MES, AVEVA System Platform, and Power Monitoring Expert, Roca’s … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Wins Red Dot Design Award for GraviKart, an AI-Driven Autonomous Transport System Revolutionizing Industrial Workspaces

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has received the Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the “Design Concept” category for its GraviKart, an autonomous robotic transport system designed to enhance human-machine collaboration in industrial and logistics settings. The AI-powered GraviKart combines haptic and … Read the full press release

GEA strengthens beverage education and research at Geisenheim University with advanced pilot-scale technology

(IN BRIEF) GEA has supplied Geisenheim University’s new Beverage Technology Center (GTZ) with a fully integrated pilot-scale processing plant designed for both education and applied research in beverage technology. The setup includes a flash pasteurizer, CIP/SIP system, carbonator, separator, and … Read the full press release

Autonomous trucking and load-handling capabilities to advance through Hiab and Forterra strategic collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Hiab and Forterra have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of autonomous technologies in trucking and load handling. By integrating Hiab’s robotics-driven equipment such as cranes, hooklifts, and container systems with Forterra’s AutoDrive® platform—already deployed widely … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils Chapter 3 of Free Sustainability School to Drive Decarbonization through Electrification and Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has introduced Chapter 3 of its free online Sustainability School to help channel ecosystem partners lead corporate decarbonization efforts. Building on the program’s initial courses in sustainability fundamentals and decarbonization strategy, this chapter focuses on practical … Read the full press release

Infineon’s EZ-USB FX10 Powers CIS’s New 10 Gbps USB 3.2 Cameras with 275% Bandwidth Boost

(IN BRIEF) Infineon’s EZ-USB FX10 and FX5 controllers are powering CIS Corporation’s new USB 3.2 cameras, enabling 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps modes and up to 275 percent more bandwidth than the EZ-USB FX3. The FX10 features dual Cortex-M cores, … Read the full press release

Nokia and Elisa Extend Partnership with 5.5G-Ready AirScale and Cloud Core Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has secured a four-year extension with Elisa to equip Estonia and Finland with Advanced 5G-ready networking. The agreement covers: (1) AirScale RAN enhancements—Habrok 32 Massive MIMO, Pandion radios, Tuuli 26e, Ponente, Lodos, Levante basebands, and Dual Boost … Read the full press release

Siemens and Koenig & Bauer Launch Automation Breakthrough for Smarter, Faster Machine Building

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Koenig & Bauer have partnered to create a modular automation platform that allows machine builders to design, configure, and maintain intelligent machinery faster and more efficiently. Integrating Siemens’ Teamcenter and NX software, the solution leverages a … Read the full press release

KUKA Launches iiQKA.OS2: A Future-Ready, AI-Capable Operating System for Seamless Robot Control and Simulation

(IN BRIEF) KUKA has launched iiQKA.OS2, a new AI-ready, web-based robot operating system designed to streamline industrial automation. It features full simulation capabilities, support for personal devices, compatibility with multiple kinematics, and future-proof standards such as ISO 10218:2025 readiness and … Read the full press release

Henkel Introduces DM80 Static Mix to Automate Critical Adhesive Applications in Aerospace

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has unveiled the Sonderhoff DM80 Static Mix, a precision dosing machine developed to automate the mixing and dispensing of structural adhesives in aircraft manufacturing. Designed for highly viscous, abrasive Loctite 2K Aero materials, the DM80 enables accurate … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Returns as Title Sponsor of Marathon de Paris, Championing Sustainability and Inclusive Athleticism

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is once again taking the lead as the title sponsor of the Marathon de Paris, which will take place on April 13 and attract over 55,000 participants globally, including 6,000 associated with the company. The event … Read the full press release

Revolutionary 5G Network Slicing Solution Transforms Water Utility Automation in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and O₂ Telefónica Germany have partnered to launch a groundbreaking connectivity solution based on 5G network slicing, specifically designed for automation applications in the water industry. The solution, named “5G Slice for the Water Industry,” addresses the … Read the full press release

Hexagon Launches New Robotics Division to Pioneer Autonomous Industrial Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has announced the launch of its new Robotics division, aimed at advancing autonomous systems by leveraging its expertise in measurement technology, AI, spatial intelligence, and digital twin solutions. The division will focus on developing humanoid robotics and … Read the full press release

Infineon Accelerates Edge AI with NVIDIA TAO on PSOC™ Edge MCUs

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has integrated NVIDIA TAO models into its PSOC Edge MCU family to accelerate the deployment of AI at the edge. This new integration, powered by Arm Cortex-M55 processors and the Ethos-U55 microNPU, simplifies the creation … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with Guofu Hydrogen and RCT GH Hydrogen to Drive Green Hydrogen Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has partnered with Guofu Hydrogen and RCT GH Hydrogen to advance the global hydrogen value chain, particularly in the production of electrolyzers and green hydrogen. Siemens will act as the preferred supplier and technology partner, contributing solutions … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Earns Fourth Sustainability Lighthouse Recognition, Leading the Industry in Environmental Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has earned its fourth Sustainability Lighthouse recognition, with the Wuxi factory in China joining the company’s other global locations in Hyderabad, Lexington, and Le Vaudreuil. This accolade recognizes the company’s significant efforts in reducing emissions and … Read the full press release