Schaltschrankbau Innovation Award 2022 goes to Weidmüller

Schaltschrankbau Innovation Award 2022 goes to Weidmüller

19 Oct 2022

Independent jury of experts selects VPU AC IoT surge protection device

Schaltschrankbau Innovation Award 2022 goes to Weidmüller

Panel building: Increase revenue thanks to more efficient processes in the workplace

Panel building: Increase revenue thanks to more efficient processes in the workplace

5 Jul 2022

Panel builders can counteract time constraints and gain competitive advantages in a highly cost-driven industry.

Panel building: Increase revenue thanks to more efficient processes in the workplace

Taking control voltage distribution to a new level

Taking control voltage distribution to a new level

26 Apr 2022

Efficient machine and system operation calls for fail-safe and maintenance-friendly control voltage distribution that can be installed in a time and space-saving manner. The solution: combined load monitoring and potential distribution with a scalable level of fusing.

Taking control voltage distribution to a new level

Klippon® Connect - A-Series high-current terminal blocks

Klippon® Connect - A-Series high-current terminal blocks

27 Jan 2022

Weidmüller Klippon® Connect terminal blocks with PUSH IN-Power connection

Klippon® Connect - A-Series high-current terminal blocks

New product from the pioneer of connectivity Weidmüller Klippon® Connect terminal blocks with SNAP IN technology: Fast – simple – secure

New product from the pioneer of connectivity Weidmüller Klippon® Connect terminal blocks with SNAP IN technology: Fast – simple – secure

24 Nov 2021

Extension of the A-Series terminal block portfolio with new AS-terminal blocks for conductor cross-sections of up to 2.5 mm2.

New product from the pioneer of connectivity Weidmüller Klippon® Connect terminal blocks with SNAP IN technology: Fast – simple – secure

u-control web with container technology for more flexibility in industrial applications

u-control web with container technology for more flexibility in industrial applications

15 Nov 2021

Thanks to modularity and the use of newly integrated container technology, u-control web provides the best prerequisites here.

u-control web with container technology for more flexibility in industrial applications

Solent Automation, Weidmuller and Zidac Laboratories Case Study

Solent Automation, Weidmuller and Zidac Laboratories Case Study

11 Mar 2021

Weidmüller works with systems integrator Solent Automation to support sanitiser supply

Solent Automation, Weidmuller and Zidac Laboratories Case Study

OMNIMATE® 4.0 - The Game Changer in the Connector Market

OMNIMATE® 4.0 - The Game Changer in the Connector Market

11 Mar 2021

Weidmüller is introducing OMNIMATE® 4.0 – a modular system for building connectors for data, signals and power.

OMNIMATE® 4.0 - The Game Changer in the Connector Market

Weidmüller GTI PROCON-WEB - Easy and efficient overviews of data visualisation

Weidmüller GTI PROCON-WEB - Easy and efficient overviews of data visualisation

6 Nov 2020

With the PROCON-WEB software tool, Weidmüller provides a visualisation solution with dynamic user interfaces that can be individually parameterised and configured without any programming expertise.

Weidmüller GTI PROCON-WEB - Easy and efficient overviews of data visualisation

Weidmüller u-sense - IIOT electrical and vibration data

Weidmüller u-sense - IIOT electrical and vibration data

6 Nov 2020

With u-sense, Weidmüller now offers a retrofit-capable solution that integrates motor monitoring directly into the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the shortest time possible.

Weidmüller u-sense - IIOT electrical and vibration data

Weidmüller u-link - the easy way to remote maintenance

Weidmüller u-link - the easy way to remote maintenance

19 Oct 2020

Weidmüller's u-link remote access service offers a system that is easy to install, easy to configure and easy to manage – and guarantees a high level of security at all times.

Weidmüller u-link - the easy way to remote maintenance

Weidmüller Automated Machine Learning Tool

Weidmüller Automated Machine Learning Tool

13 Aug 2020

The Weidmuller Automated Machine Learning (AML) platform uses an intuitive, guided HTML interface approach. Helping engineers with standard plant or process knowledge to generate software models by marking up good and bad process or machinery data. This means that personnel without data science or statistical background can quickly develop and test various models themselves.

Weidmüller Automated Machine Learning Tool

PV Next is Weidmüller’s new generation of combiner boxes offering quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

PV Next is Weidmüller’s new generation of combiner boxes offering quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

10 Aug 2020

Weidmuller has over 11 years’ experience in PV technology and installation, offering comprehensive expertise, a vast range of services and a global presence with over 162,000 installed Weidmüller combiner boxes - with approximately 70 million connected panels with 14.2 GW.

PV Next is Weidmüller’s new generation of combiner boxes offering quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

Cabinet Product - Press Releases

Cabinet Product - Press Releases

8 Jul 2020

Cabinet Product - Press Releases

Enjoy quicker, more flexible, and more economical production with Fast Delivery

Enjoy quicker, more flexible, and more economical production with Fast Delivery

1 Jun 2020

The Fast Delivery Service from Weidmüller makes planning easier while speeding up production processes and guaranteeing the delivery of individually assembled terminal strips and enclosures as quickly as possible, starting from a batch size of one.

Enjoy quicker, more flexible, and more economical production with Fast Delivery

SPE System Alliance: Cross-industry and cross-application alliance for Single Pair Ethernet technology

SPE System Alliance: Cross-industry and cross-application alliance for Single Pair Ethernet technology

23 Apr 2020

The technology partnership between Phoenix Contact, Weidmüller, Reichle & De-Massari (R&M), Fluke Networks, and Telegärtner for the Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) has progressed to create the SPE System Alliance.

SPE System Alliance: Cross-industry and cross-application alliance for Single Pair Ethernet technology

Combination of technology and expertise for smart cabinet building

Combination of technology and expertise for smart cabinet building

21 Apr 2020

Weidmüller, Komax, Zuken and Armbruster Engineering set up the "Smart Cabinet Building" initiative for new solutions in the field of control cabinet building

Combination of technology and expertise for smart cabinet building

Why is Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) technology becoming increasingly important in communication architecture within the industrial sector?

Why is Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) technology becoming increasingly important in communication architecture within the industrial sector?

20 Apr 2020

Single Pair Ethernet is the technology that makes it possible to implement the Internet of Things consistently within industry, right through to field-based applications. Simon Seereiner, Head of Product Management SAI & IE at Weidmüller, explains why this is the case and what still needs to be done before this technology can be used across the board.

Why is Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) technology becoming increasingly important in communication architecture within the industrial sector?

Weidmüller achieves increased sales of EUR 830 million in 2019 despite difficult market environment

Weidmüller achieves increased sales of EUR 830 million in 2019 despite difficult market environment

20 Apr 2020

• The electrical engineering specialist achieves 1% growth compared with the previous year
• Securing the future through long-term investments with expansion of internal know-how in all areas (production, electronics manufacturing, research and development)
• Position reinforced by breaking into important future markets such as electromobility, and investing in growth markets
• Focus on expanding the IoT portfolio to digitalise processes

Weidmüller achieves increased sales of EUR 830 million in 2019 despite difficult market environment

Weidmüller Klippon© Automated RailAssembler

Weidmüller Klippon© Automated RailAssembler

20 Apr 2020

– System for fully-automated terminal block assembly – Simple and reliable assembly – Direct and consistent use of planning data from eCAD systems – Digitalised and automated process chain for panel building

Weidmüller Klippon© Automated RailAssembler

Weidmüller: New surge protection arrester combines the functions of a powerful surge protection device and those of an intelligent IoT device – status monitoring in real time

Weidmüller: New surge protection arrester combines the functions of a powerful surge protection device and those of an intelligent IoT device – status monitoring in real time

20 Apr 2020

Digital technologies are becoming increasingly important for companies' business success.

Weidmüller: New surge protection arrester combines the functions of a powerful surge protection device and those of an intelligent IoT device – status monitoring in real time

Weidmüller Advanced Line managed switches for network redundancy, control and diagnostics

Weidmüller Advanced Line managed switches for network redundancy, control and diagnostics

20 Apr 2020

- support for all common protocols such as STP/RSTP or SNMP - high level of flexibility thanks to SFP ports - extremely fast redundancy mechanisms – "Full Managed" and "Lite Managed" versions available

Weidmüller Advanced Line managed switches for network redundancy, control and diagnostics

The IIoT allows for the efficient and cost-effective status monitoring of local machines and systems

The IIoT allows for the efficient and cost-effective status monitoring of local machines and systems

20 Apr 2020

IoT terminal: quick and simple installation of Industrial IoT solutions - configuration and data monitoring via cloud services – makes it easier to retrofit Industrial IoT for existing systems - integration of all system components into the automation system with the Weidmüller IoT terminal.

The IIoT allows for the efficient and cost-effective status monitoring of local machines and systems

Machine Learning easy to use without expert knowledge in Data Science

Machine Learning easy to use without expert knowledge in Data Science

20 Apr 2020

Companies, which would also like to be profitable in the future, must set the course for the future today.

Machine Learning easy to use without expert knowledge in Data Science

Weidmüller Fast Delivery Service

Weidmüller Fast Delivery Service

20 Apr 2020

– customised terminal strips pre-assembled ready for installation, as well as assembled or unassembled empty enclosures – flexible order production and binding delivery times for customised assemblies – Weidmüller Configurator WMC – automated project planning, documentation, requests and ordering

Weidmüller Fast Delivery Service

Single Pair Ethernet promises a consistent Ethernet connection from the sensor to the cloud

Single Pair Ethernet promises a consistent Ethernet connection from the sensor to the cloud

16 Apr 2020

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is the catchword when it comes to the network infrastructure for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Users hope it will allow them to implement a consistent communication architecture in all applications where data is present. This is based on the concept of extending Ethernet connection right down to sensor level, i.e. wherever there are no data highways but where users need compact data transmission with a long reach.

Single Pair Ethernet promises a consistent Ethernet connection from the sensor to the cloud

Optimal separation instead of repairs: GEA is taking the next step in data utilisation with Industrial Analytics

Optimal separation instead of repairs: GEA is taking the next step in data utilisation with Industrial Analytics

2 Apr 2020

The option to use data collection and analysis to increase your company's efficiency and productivity and to develop new business models is something that captures the imagination of mechanical and plant engineers looking for new growth and revenue possibilities. GEA has also been involved with condition monitoring for a long time. With the new Automated Machine Learning software from Weidmüller, the company is hoping to expand and develop the services it offers in terms of facilities. A corresponding "pilot" project has been initiated at the GEA site in Oelde, Germany.

Optimal separation instead of repairs: GEA is taking the next step in data utilisation with Industrial Analytics

Industrial power supplies - Cutting-edge power management industry

Industrial power supplies - Cutting-edge power management industry

31 Mar 2020

Industrial power supplies have always had to fulfil certain basic requirements, such as high energy efficiency and durability. PROtop benefits from unique impulse energy reserves thanks to new DCL technology. Ideal for reliable impulse triggering of circuit breakers or as additional energy for powerful motor starts.

 Industrial power supplies - Cutting-edge power management industry

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

18 Mar 2020

As a precautionary measure considering developments in the spread of Coronavirus, it has been decided to close the Weidmuller Ltd UK offices from 18th March 2020 for a period of 14 days in line with the UK Government and Public Health self-isolation and social distancing guidelines.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2020

Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2020

17 Feb 2020

Relay modules from the electrical engineering firm are recognised for simple handling thanks to special product design – the family-owned company is presented with the Design Award by the German Design Council

Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2020

Weidmüller aims for widespread roll-out of machine learning in industry

Weidmüller aims for widespread roll-out of machine learning in industry

13 Feb 2020

Weidmüller presented its Automated Machine Learning software at the Hannover Messe Preview, and together with Microsoft is aiming for widespread roll-out of machine learning in industry.

Weidmüller aims for widespread roll-out of machine learning in industry

Weidmüller receives Top Employer award again

Weidmüller receives Top Employer award again

7 Feb 2020

Top Employer Engineers 2020 – the family-owned company receives the award from the Top Employers Institute for the twelfth time

Weidmüller receives Top Employer award again

Weidmüller awarded German Excellence Prize 2020

Weidmüller awarded German Excellence Prize 2020

29 Jan 2020

Detmold-based electrical engineering company receives the audience prize in the “Digitalisation & Technology” category for its Automated Machine Learning Tool

Weidmüller awarded German Excellence Prize 2020

Industry Expo Weidmuller

Industry Expo Weidmuller

13 Jan 2020

Industry Expo Weidmuller

Industry Expo Weidmuller

Industry Expo Weidmuller

Weidmüller expecting slight growth despite challenging economic conditions

Weidmüller expecting slight growth despite challenging economic conditions

7 Jan 2020

Electrical engineering company expects slight sales growth - Focus on the digitalisation and automation of the core business, as well as expanding the IoT portfolio for the digitalisation of processes.

Weidmüller expecting slight growth despite challenging economic conditions

Weidmüller wins Industry 4.0 Innovation Award

Weidmüller wins Industry 4.0 Innovation Award

3 Dec 2019

Automated Machine Learning Tool awarded prestigious prize

Weidmüller wins Industry 4.0 Innovation Award

Quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

Quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

23 Oct 2019

PV Next - a new generation of combiner boxes. – New, scalable combiner box concept for the safe and efficient installation of PV systems.

Quick, simple and safe cabling of photovoltaic systems

Weidmüller at SPS - Smart Production Solutions 2019: Hall 9, Booth 351

Weidmüller at SPS - Smart Production Solutions 2019: Hall 9, Booth 351

21 Oct 2019

Weidmüller automation and digitalisation portfolio u-mation: u-remote. – Avoid interferences caused by potential differences or ground loops.

Weidmüller at SPS - Smart Production Solutions 2019: Hall 9, Booth 351

Weidmüller, enercity and wallbe form an alliance for electric mobility

Weidmüller, enercity and wallbe form an alliance for electric mobility

12 Sept 2019

Technology specialist Weidmüller acquires shares in e-mobility provider wallbe, thereby expanding the shareholder base. Weidmüller Mobility Concepts strengthens its existing partnership with enercity AG above all with expertise in development, production and product management

Weidmüller, enercity and wallbe form an alliance for electric mobility

Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

4 Sept 2019

Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

Weidmüller at "interlift 2019" - Hall 2, Booth 2133

Weidmüller at "interlift 2019" - Hall 2, Booth 2133

9 Aug 2019

Weidmüller FieldPower® Elevator: Innovative shaft wiring system for elevator technology. – FreeCon Contactless: maintenance-free and contactless power transmission solution of up to 240W. – Technical presentation: "Automated Machine Learning makes data analysis tangible".

Weidmüller at

Weidmüller at “Husum Wind 2019” – Hall 85, Booth B32

Weidmüller at “Husum Wind 2019” – Hall 85, Booth B32

6 Aug 2019

Husum Wind 2019: New solution concepts for maximum profitability. – Minimise downtime with BLADEcontrol®. – Increased efficiency and safety with LED system solutions. – Cost-effective maintenance thanks to screw monitoring.

Weidmüller at “Husum Wind 2019” – Hall 85, Booth B32

PROFINET connected quickly and securely

PROFINET connected quickly and securely

5 Aug 2019

Weidmüller – SAI-M12 plug-in connector, D coded – with insulation displacement connection technology – Shield connection with contact spring – quick connection – less space required

PROFINET connected quickly and securely

Weidmüller RockStar® ModuPlug 200-A module

Weidmüller RockStar® ModuPlug 200-A module

5 Aug 2019

Field-attachable data plug-in connector up to 10 GBit and new modules with SNAP IN connector – power and signal transfer faster than ever before, can be implemented with savings in time and weight – IP65 and IP68 degree of protection / IP69K – Protection against electromagnetic interference

Weidmüller RockStar® ModuPlug 200-A module

Weidmüller continues its success story in China

Weidmüller continues its success story in China

31 Jul 2019

After an eight-month construction phase, the electrical engineering company moves into its new production facility in the Chinese city of Suzhou, creating more space for growth

Weidmüller continues its success story in China

Weidmüller VARITECTOR PU ZP

Weidmüller VARITECTOR PU ZP

19 Jul 2019

Lightning current arrester for quick installation on 40 mm busbars in the meter cabinet or installation distributor. – Mandatory surge protection in accordance with the guidelines of DIN VDE 0100-443 and 0100-534 for the mains-side terminal compartment in the meter cabinet or installation distributor.

Weidmüller VARITECTOR PU ZP

Weidmüller Wire Processing Center (WPC)

Weidmüller Wire Processing Center (WPC)

18 Jul 2019

Semi-automated cable assembly and marking – Modular system for communication-capable cable processing machines and printers – Direct EPLAN import and other CAE programmes via CSV file – All machines can also be used in stand-alone mode

Weidmüller Wire Processing Center (WPC)

Weidmüller Tool chest with variable tool inserts

Weidmüller Tool chest with variable tool inserts

18 Jul 2019

Time-savings through standardisation of workstations – Three-part foam inserts for application-specific drawer layouts – Labelling fields with QR codes for quick identification of missing parts – Option to extend with add-on parts

Weidmüller Tool chest with variable tool inserts

Weidmüller INSTA-POWER switched-mode power supplies – the new generation.

Weidmüller INSTA-POWER switched-mode power supplies – the new generation.

4 Jul 2019

Single-phase, primary clocked switched-mode power supplies – compact, reliable and economical – with PUSH IN connection system

Weidmüller INSTA-POWER switched-mode power supplies – the new generation.

Weidmüller acquires shares in ORing Industrial Networking

Weidmüller acquires shares in ORing Industrial Networking

12 Jun 2019

Acquisition of shares in the Taiwanese family-owned company strengthens Weidmüller’s competence in network infrastructures and solutions for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

Weidmüller acquires shares in ORing Industrial Networking

Double-digit sales growth: Weidmüller increased sales in 2018 to EUR 823 million

Double-digit sales growth: Weidmüller increased sales in 2018 to EUR 823 million

1 Apr 2019

In the 2018 financial year, the Detmold-based Weidmüller Group generated sales of EUR 823 million. Sustained by an excellent market environment, this corresponds to year-on-year growth of 11 per cent (2017 sales: EUR 740 million)

Double-digit sales growth: Weidmüller increased sales in 2018 to EUR 823 million

Weidmüller Industrial IoT solution

Weidmüller Industrial IoT solution

1 Apr 2019

topGuard load monitoring system with communication with IO-Link. – Continuous communication from field level to the cloud.

Weidmüller Industrial IoT solution

Weidmüller Automated machine learning tool for machinery and plant engineering.

Weidmüller Automated machine learning tool for machinery and plant engineering.

1 Apr 2019

Independently driving forward, the development of analysis models without having to be trained data scientists. – Driving forward artificial intelligence (AI) in machinery and plant engineering.

Weidmüller Automated machine learning tool for machinery and plant engineering.

Weidmüller and IDEC announce strategic partnership

Weidmüller and IDEC announce strategic partnership

19 Mar 2019

The close cooperation between Japanese and German companies in the field of connection technology focuses on terminal blocks with PUSH IN connection technology

Weidmüller and IDEC announce strategic partnership

Handover within the Weidmüller Executive Board

Handover within the Weidmüller Executive Board

18 Mar 2019

Dr. Timo Berger will succeed José Carlos Álvarez Tobar as Chief Marketing and Sales Officer of Weidmüller as of September 1st, 2019. Already as of March 1st, 2019 Dr. Berger and Mr. Álvarez Tobar will enter into a close collaboration

Handover within the Weidmüller Executive Board

Weidmüller once again Top Employer 2019

Weidmüller once again Top Employer 2019

14 Feb 2019

For the eleventh time running, the Top Employers Institute has certified Weidmüller as a Top Employer for Engineers 2019

Detmold, 14 February 2019. The Detmold-based electrical engineering company Weidmüller has once again been certified as a Top Employer for Engineers 2019 by the Top Employers Institute. On the basis of a multi-stage analysis process, the family-owned company convinced the independent expert jury of its attractiveness for engineers. “We are delighted to have been certified as a German Top Employer for Engineers for the eleventh time running,” says Andreas Grieger, Head Global Human Resources at Weidmüller.

Weidmüller particularly caught the jury's attention with its outstanding employee orientation. “This award from an independent organisation proves that we are able to shape growth and the challenges of digitalisation and Industry 4.0 in an employee-focused manner,” explains Grieger. “We have also ensured first-class working conditions in our new Customer and Technology Centre and we have been supporting the individual needs of our employees with various attractive options for many years.” Besides professional training and educational opportunities at our Academy, we offer an extensive health management programme for employees covering various sport and healthcare options as well as work-life balance.

The Top Employers Institute was founded in 1991 and examines employers around the world who have outstanding staff management and strategies in place. The participating companies are evaluated in terms of their Talent Strategy, Staff Planning, Onboarding, Training and Development, Career and Succession Planning, Compensation & Benefits and Corporate Culture. This year, the Top Employers Institute certified more than 1,500 employers in 118 countries. “We believe that all the companies certified in 2019 offer outstanding conditions for employees. The development and promotion of company employees sits at the heart of these companies' actions, and these Top Employers are making a significant contribution towards shaping the working world in the long term, which is why they deserved to be honoured as an Employer of Choice,” explains David Plink, CEO of the Top Employers Institute.

Weidmüller once again Top Employer 2019
Bernd Konschak, Senior HR Manager Marketing at Weidmüller (l.), and Frank Pellmann, Executive Vice President HR Management (r.), gratefully accepted the prize.

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Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2019

Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2019

8 Feb 2019

The German Design Council honoured the Detmold-based electro-technology company for the outstanding product design of its terminal blocks

Frankfurt am Main / Detmold, 8 February 2019. The electrical engineering company Weidmüller received the German Design Award 2019 from the German Design Council for its innovative range of terminal blocks “Klippon Connect” in the Excellent Product Design Industry category, at a celebratory event during the Ambiente trade fair in Frankfurt am Main. The terminal block convinced the international jury, primarily because it is easy and convenient to use. “During the development stage, we attached a great deal of importance to ergonomics, functionality and usability. So we were even more delighted that this was recognised with the German Design Award,” explains Arnd Schepmann, Head of Business Unit Terminals at Weidmüller.

The clear and straightforward product structure of the terminal block won over the 46 design specialists from 11 countries during the evaluation. “In terms of the design concept, the handling and orientation of the product for the customers were a top priority for us,” emphasises Andreas Rutz, responsible Team Leader Innovation and Strategy at Weidmüller. An industrial designer was also involved to assist with the design process to create the perfect product. “This award proves to us that we have chosen the right approach with the design of our terminal blocks and that our expectations for the product have been met,” continues Schepmann.

The German Design Award presented by the German Design Council recognises pioneering products and projects within the German and international design landscape. This year, the German Design Award received more than 5,400 entries from 63 countries in the area of product and communication design. Across the 55 categories, they chose a total of 50 Gold Awards.

Weidmüller wins German Design Award 2019
Andreas Rutz (l.) and Arnd Schepmann (r.) were delighted to receive the award in the Excellent Product Design Industry category.

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Weidmüller brings intelligence into production

Weidmüller brings intelligence into production

24 Jan 2019

For the first time, the electrical engineering enterprise presents a demonstrator for an intelligent plug-in connector at the Hannover Messe Preview, which enables the transmission, measurement and analysis of energy.

Hannover / Detmold, 24 January 2019. Although there are still ten weeks to go before the world's biggest industrial trade fair Hannover Messe opens its doors, visitors were already able to receive a foretaste of the most important trends and tendencies from the 72nd edition of the fair at the official Preview. Under the motto "Integrated Industry – Industrial Intelligence", in Hanover the electrical engineering specialist Weidmüller from Detmold presents a demonstrator for an intelligent plug-in connector, which enables the transmission, measurement and analysis of energy. "Plug-in connectors are the interface between machines, controller and data processing systems and thus form the basis for the functionality, the easy handling and the reliability of the automation technology", explains Weidmüller Press Officer Carsten Nagel. "With the intelligent plug-in connector we adopt the motto of the fair and bring intelligence into production".

The demonstrator presents the practical advantages of contactless transmission of measurement and production data. This includes, among other things, the measurement of conductivity via a plug-in connector, such that further components can be eliminated. The Smart Connector ensures that the electronics, sensors and actuators, as well as the communication interfaces, can be combined in the smallest of spaces. Moreover, integrated monitoring provides an overview of the current functionality level. Faults and failures can therefore be significantly reduced. All this optimises the process on many levels, saves costs and accelerates production. "Integrating sensor and diagnostic functions opens up completely new application fields in industry and makes additional sensors partly superfluous", explains Marc Neu, Product Developer at the Weidmüller Smart Connectivity Competence Center. "With an intelligent plug-in connector, it is possible to detect undesirable behaviour or damage early on and to perform predictive maintenance. This means there is reduced machine downtime and increased efficiency. The plug-in connector also allows seamless transition from the real to the virtual world – without any detours".

The main focus of this year's Hannover Messe is again on products and solutions for Industry 4.0 and therefore for digitalisation. Strategically, Weidmüller is positioned as both a provider and a user in these areas. The hot preparation phase for the coming Hannover Messe starts today with the Preview. "Industrial Intelligence" is the general theme of the fair and is set to advance from a concept to industrial reality over the years to come. "Artificial intelligence and machine learning will gradually find its way into production. In Hanover we will also present other innovations from the field of Machine Learning", explains Nagel.

Weidmüller brings intelligence into production
Product developer Marc Neu (right) explains the functionality of the intelligent connector in detail at the Hannover Messe Preview.

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Combining forces for solutions for digitalisation and automation

Combining forces for solutions for digitalisation and automation

27 Nov 2018

Weidmüller and KEBA announce strengthened partnership for digitalisation and automation at SPS IPC DRIVES 2018

Nuremberg / Detmold / Linz, 27. November 2018. The electronics company Weidmüller and the Austrian expert for industrial automation KEBA are now collaborating to complement each other's digitalisation and automation portfolios. Both companies announced this partnership on the occasion of SPS 2018 in Nuremberg. The collaboration focuses on shared offers for industrial automation technology with a focus on the area of machinery and plant engineering. Both companies also want to promote the utilisation of artificial intelligence (AI) in automation.

"We are happy to have found an experienced partner in industrial automation with KEBA who will help to complement our automation expertise. Combining u-control and the KEBA Engineering Suite ideally supports our customers with the implementation of ambitious automation concepts and Industry 4.0 solutions," explains Volker Bibelhausen, CTO of the Weidmüller Group. Michael Matthesius, Head of the Automation Products & Solutions division at Weidmüller sees this the same way: "When two excellent companies like Weidmüller and KEBA cooperate, our customers can be sure that one plus one will equal more than two in this case." Gerhard Luftensteiner, CEO of KEBA AG adds: "We are convinced that our product and service offerings for industrial customers complement each other ideally. From now on, customers looking for excellent digitalisation and automation solutions for Industry 4.0 will benefit from our combined expertise."

With the cooperation, Weidmüller with its headquarters in Detmold, Germany, and KEBA based in Linz, Austria, are striving for a coordinated representation at the customer with a focus on the area of machinery and plant engineering in their respective markets. In so doing, the partners will mutually provide relevant components of their portfolios to each other. KEBA will mainly contribute its open software solutions and parts of its control architecture, while Weidmüller will primarily contribute its u-mation product family expanded for SPS 2018 and its innovative industrial analytics offerings to the collaboration. Both companies rely on a close collaboration to further develop the product, solution and service offerings.

KEBA, founded in 1968 in Linz, is an expert for industrial automation with a focus on series machine engineering, robotics and plastics engineering as well as banking automation, electric mobility, logistics solutions, lottery solutions and heating controls. Weidmüller, based in Detmold, Germany, is an expert for automation, digitalisation, communication and connecting components such as software and solutions, especially for industry. Both companies are privately owned.

Combining forces for solutions for digitalisation and automation
Pleased about the future cooperation (from left to right): Michael Matthesius (Head of Automation Products & Solutions Division of the Weidmüller Group), Gerhard Luftensteiner (CEO of KEBA AG), Volker Bibelhausen (Chief Technology Officer of the Weidmülle

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Weidmüller strengthens long-standing collaboration with Zuken and CADENAS

Weidmüller strengthens long-standing collaboration with Zuken and CADENAS

21 Nov 2018

Shared interface to the two software manufacturers Zuken and CADENAS simplifies the supply of data for the engineering process

Detmold, 21 November 2018. The connection and automation specialist Weidmüller is strengthening its long-standing collaboration with software partners Zuken and CADENAS. The collaboration will focus on the supply of standardised product data. "The collaboration will make it even easier to supply high-quality production information on the basis of the eCl@ss industry standard", explained Gerald Lobermeier who is responsible for Business Development for the “digital product" at Weidmüller. And Joachim Frank, Managing Director of Zuken E3 GmbH stressed that, "We are delighted with Weidmüller's support for the portal. It will enable us to intensify our long-standing collaboration for the benefit of our customers".

Engineering processes today need to be completed with ever-increasing speed, precision and efficiency. This requires the appropriate tools to provide optimum support for the complex planning process. The CADENAS portal is accessed directly from the Zuken CAE Software E3.series. Interested customers can search directly for products of various manufacturers and load the components they need directly into the Zuken CAE tool. "Together with our Weidmüller configurator, this creates enormous advantages, as the connection to the databases and closer collaboration supports the continuous engineering workflow, from planning with E-CAD systems through to documentation", continued Lobermeier.

More information can be found at www.weidmueller.com/configurator, www.zuken.com/e3series or www.cadenas.de.

About Zuken:

Zuken is an international supplier of leading software solutions and consulting services for electronics and electrical engineering development including the preparation of production processes.

The company was established in 1976 and its history has been one of successful technological innovations in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) and ECAD, as well as demonstrating a stable financial situation. The unique combination of Zuken's all-round experience, technological know-how and flexibility means it can supply superlative software solutions. Transparent procedural models and reliability in all aspects of collaboration with customers form the basis of a lasting and successful partnership with customers. You can find more information about the company and its products at www.zuken.com.

About CADENAS:

CADENAS is a leading software manufacturer in Strategic Parts Management and Parts Reduction (PARTsolutions) as well as electronic CAD product catalogues (eCATALOGsolutions). With its customised software solutions, the company acts as a link between component manufacturers, their products and buyers.

With 300 employees in 18 international locations, the name CADENAS (Spanish for process chains) has represented success, creativity, advice and process optimisation since 1992.

For more information please go to: www.cadenas.de

Weidmüller strengthens long-standing collaboration with Zuken and CADENAS
In combination with the Weidmüller Configurator, there are many advantages regarding to this intensified cooperation.

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Weidmüller presents new solutions for automation and digitalisation at SPS IPC Drives 2018 in Nuremberg

Weidmüller presents new solutions for automation and digitalisation at SPS IPC Drives 2018 in Nuremberg

19 Nov 2018

At the leading trade fair for automation, Weidmüller will be focusing on intelligent digital solutions based on IoT-capable components, software and services.

Detmold, 19. November 2018 Europe's leading trade fair for electrical automation, SPS IPC Drives, takes place from 27 to 29 November 2018 in Nuremberg. The Weidmüller Group will be presenting new solutions for digitalisation and automation at Stand 351 in Hall 9. In addition to the dialogue with customers, the focus is on digital solutions based on IoT-capable components, software and services. "Using our new 'IoT Demonstrator powered by u-mation', we can demonstrate our automation portfolio including u-control and the u-create studio software tool. We also provide the infrastructure to operate the system, including routers, switches and the innovative ProTop power supply," says Chief Marketing and Sales Officer José Carlos Álvarez Tobar. For the first time, the company will have two stands at the trade fair as solutions for machine control and system visualisation will also be presented in Hall 7 at the Weidmüller GTI Software GmbH stand.

Automation technology plays central role at Weidmüller

The factory will be able to control itself through intelligent networking and will have the flexibility to adapt to new requirements. The automation solution u-mation from the Detmold-based electrical engineering company combines modular automation hardware as well as engineering and visualisation tools with digitalisation solutions, thus enabling all process levels to be connected – from the sensor to the cloud. From control applications to data-based, predictive machine maintenance through industrial analytics, it thus provides the basis for more efficient production concepts. "With the flexible u-control, the modular u-remote I/O system and the multi-touch panel that is intuitive to operate, customers have access to a comprehensive hardware portfolio that offers high levels of flexibility for configuring individual solutions," says Álvarez Tobar. The company will also present a preview of new functions and further developments of its Industrial Analytics solution for the first time. Artificial intelligence and machine learning methods will be featured.

Modular system concepts thanks to decentralised solutions with FieldPower

Other highlights include modularisation and decentralisation in production. In the future, the implementation of modular system concepts will increasingly require decentralised, adaptable solutions that cover a wide range of functions. Existing systems are also due to be expanded on a decentralised basis. At the trade fair, Weidmüller will demonstrate its FieldPower system that offers a solution for implementing decentralised system and automation concepts in a way that is future-proof and economical. "Whether it's a matter of power distribution for robotics, decentralised power electronics or decentralised automation technology – with the FieldPower system, Weidmüller offers a solution for decentralisation and modularisation," says Álvarez Tobar.

Increasing focus on digitalisation infrastructure

The global increase in the number of smart end devices means that networking requirements are becoming increasingly complex. This also poses new challenges for the infrastructure. Conventional Ethernet bus systems will not be able to meet the demands placed on them by automation technology. New solution concepts will be needed in the future. At the trade fair, Weidmüller will use a demonstrator to show initial technological approaches for end-to-end single pair Ethernet cabling ranging from building systems and technology to sensors in factory automation. "The 'single-pair Ethernet' technology, which is being developed jointly with several partners, makes it possible to transmit Ethernet with two wires instead of eight. This reduction allows significant savings in size, weight and price compared to current solutions," says Álvarez Tobar. For the development of smart connector and infrastructure solutions and industrial connectivity, the Detmold-based company has also recently established a Smart Connectivity Competence Center, which will increasingly focus on these topics.


Weidmüller presents new solutions for automation and digitalisation at SPS IPC Drives 2018 in Nuremberg
For Sales Director José Carlos Álvarez Tobar (right), the dialogue with customers and presenting the latest solutions will once again be in the foreground at SPS IPC Drives this year.

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Weidmüller setting up Smart Connectivity Competence Center at CIIT in Lemgo

Weidmüller setting up Smart Connectivity Competence Center at CIIT in Lemgo

15 Oct 2018

Close cooperation with the research facilities of CENTRUM INDUSTRIAL IT (CIIT) for the development of smart plug-in connector solutions, infrastructure solutions and industrial electrical connectivity

Lemgo/Detmold, 15 October 2018. The Detmold-based electrical engineering company Weidmüller is expanding its presence within the CENTRUM INDUSTRIAL IT (CIIT) independent research and development centre at the Innovation Campus Lemgo. Weidmüller is setting up a Smart Connectivity Competence Center at the CIIT in order to develop innovations in the field of electrical connectivity and to increase its focus on issues relating to industrial infrastructure. Ten employees from the Device and Field Connectivity division will work even more closely within the CIIT partner network in the future. This is in line with Weidmüller's strategy and follows the company's announcement in December 2017 regarding its plans to increase its activities in Lemgo and promote the development of the Innovation Campus Lemgo. "The aim of the Competence Center is to drive forward research and development relating to smart industrial electrical connectivity, the change of industrial infrastructure and the digital description of products", explains Jörg Scheer, Head of the Device and Field Connectivity division at Weidmüller.

This sees Weidmüller expand, in particular, upon its over ten years of cooperation with the CIIT Science-to-Business centre. The Competence Center will also be able to benefit from optimal support thanks to the proximity to the SmartFactoryOWL, the resident institute Fraunhofer Application Center IOSB-INA and the Institute of Industrial Information Technology (inIT) at the OWL University of Applied Sciences, as well as its participation in the "it's OWL" network. Future development will focus on the issue of industrial infrastructure for power, signals and data, as the process of digitalisation is leading to continual changes in business models, products and working processes as well as in the collaboration between employees and with customers. This leads to the creation of new solutions, products, services and business models, which allow for networking along the value chain. "The trend towards digitalisation in industry requires new solutions, even for components that have previously been purely electromechanical in nature. Plug-in connectors are becoming smart and behave intelligently and will take on innovative additional functions in the future, and they have to operate in infrastructure networks that use DC voltage instead of AC voltage for power distribution", says Scheer. "With the Smart Connectivity Competence Center, we are responding to this development and are intensifying the development of smart plug-in connector solutions and infrastructure solutions".

Weidmüller has already been represented at CIIT in Lemgo for many years in the area of technology development, and the employees from the division mentioned above will serve to further boost the company's presence at the centre. In the future, these employees will work together in close collaboration with the on-site research institutes with the aim of developing the technologies to create market-ready solutions in collaboration with customers.


Weidmüller setting up Smart Connectivity Competence Center at CIIT in Lemgo
Standing in the Smart Connectivity Competence Center at the CENTRUM INDUSTRIAL IT (CIIT), Dr Sascha Nolte, Head of the Smart Connectivity Competence Center, shows what the employees will be working on in Lemgo in the future.

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Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

Dr. Timo Berger is Weidmüller's new Chief Sales Officer

Industry Expo Online

Industry Expo Online

The Weidmüller stand at the Industry Expo Online virtual exhibition is now live and ready to receive visitors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Just like a stand at a conventional exhibition, Weidmüller’s virtual stand has attractive displays of interconnection and automation solutions, together with news and information about all of the company’s latest products and innovations. Unlike a stand at a conventional exhibition, however, it has the outstanding benefit that ‘visitors’ can peruse it and all it has to offer any time they like, without leaving their desks!

Visiting Weidmüller at Industry Expo Online is easy: simply follow the link to https://industryexpo.online/show/weidmuller. On arrival, you’ll see a 3D representation of the exhibition stand and, with a few mouse clicks, you’ll be able to take a close look at any of the products and technologies on display, many of which are supported with video presentations and demonstrations. Another mouse click or two will bring more detailed information straight to your computer. And, of course, you can leave the exhibition whenever you want and return for further visits when it’s convenient.

Among the areas currently showcased on Weidmüller’s virtual exhibition stand are Klippon Connect terminals and the terminal configurator, Multimark marking and labelling systems, sensor actuator interface (SAI) distributors and cables, power supplies, u-mation products for Industry 4.0 compliant digital infrastructure, decentralised system automation solutions, UR20 remote I/O products and Varitector surge and lightning protection systems.

For each area, the virtual stand provides instant access to comprehensive information, together with links to the corresponding pages on the main Weidmüller website, where further product information, including data sheets and application notes, can be found.

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