Wednesday, 20 May 2026

IIoT Platform.

Wireless asset monitoring solution helps digitise inspection points, reduce manual rounds and improve operational decision-making.

The Emerson Synchros™ Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform has been released. This is a new suite of technologies that expands asset health visibility and improves maintenance decisions through a flexible wireless architecture designed for rapid deployment across existing facilities.

Across many operations, maintaining and tracking assets still depend on periodic manual rounds due to cost and logistical issues. This often leaves gaps where developing issues can go undetected. The Emerson Synchros platform addresses this challenge by providing a more practical and scalable approach to continuous monitoring. Maintenance and operations teams can now digitise inspection points and extend visibility using a flexible wireless architecture built on WirelessHART® technology.

Built for critical process industries – including chemical, oil and gas, power, life sciences and water/wastewater – the Emerson Synchros platform enables organisations to start with high-value monitoring applications and then expand over time using a common platform that works with existing infrastructure.

“Teams have long faced a trade-off between visibility and the cost of instrumenting assets,” said Andrew Kravitz, vice president, cross-portfolio technology and innovation at Emerson. “Synchros devices address these issues by providing end users with a fit-for-purpose method to digitise inspection programmes, expand visibility at scale, and move from periodic checks to continuous insight to drive more efficient and reliable operations.”

The initial release includes the Rosemount™ Synchros Temperature Monitor and the Rosemount Synchros Wireless Repeater, which together provide scalable wireless monitoring capability. The temperature monitor digitises previously manual measurements, while the repeater extends network coverage to enable broader deployment without additional infrastructure.

As the platform evolves, Emerson will introduce additional devices and connectivity options, empowering end users to expand monitoring programmes and advance digital transformation initiatives. New devices will provide measurement for more process parameters, such as pressure and others. Additional connectivity options will accommodate a wider range of applications, such as those with assets distributed across a wide geographical area, like water/wastewater systems and the power grid.

The Rosemount Synchros Temperature Monitor is designed to gather surface and ambient temperature data that can reveal abnormal conditions across assets such as pumps, heat exchangers, rotating equipment, steam systems and heat tracing systems, helping teams investigate issues sooner and make more informed maintenance decisions.

Designed for real-world industrial environments, the Emerson Synchros platform supports deployment in hazardous locations and demanding conditions. Its rugged design and simplified installation features allow organisations to deploy and scale with confidence, while reducing training costs and maintenance complexity.


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Addressing Edge Ai applications.

A new LAN portfolio combines compact form factors, wide-temperature support, and high-speed Ethernet performance for embedded and space-constrained Ai systems.

Innodisk has launched its High-Speed 10GbE LAN Series, a portfolio of LAN modules built to address the growing networking demands of edge Ai applications. As edge Ai applications increasingly rely on real-time data exchange between sensors, edge servers, and endpoints, network connectivity has become a critical foundation for system performance. The series comes in both M.2 and PCIe form factors, delivering high-throughput, low-latency connectivity with DPDK, PTP, and SR-IOV, enabling efficient processing for data-intensive workloads in space-constrained environments.

Unleash full-speed networking.
As edge Ai adoption accelerates, traditional 1GbE connectivity is increasingly unable to support real-time data processing, high-resolution video streaming, and multi-sensor integration. Innodisk’s 10GbE LAN Series tackles these challenges with low-latency connectivity powered by Intel E610/X710 Ethernet controllers, and supports DPDK 25.07/DPDK 16.11, PTP, and SR-IOV to accelerate packet processing, ensuring time synchronization, and improving resource utilization in virtualized environments. This enables consistent, high-performance networking across edge Ai applications, including inference, AGV and AMR coordination, smart factory vision, and NVR surveillance.

Versatile design, rapid deployment.
The series is available in M.2 2242, M.2 2280, and PCIe low-profile form factors, making it easy to integrate into a wide range of embedded systems without major redesign. Its daughterboard architecture, paired with high-speed shielding cables, enables flexible installation and upgrades in space-constrained environments while reducing integration complexity and accelerating time-to-market.

Selected models also support wide-temperature operation from -40°C to 85°C, ensuring stable performance in demanding conditions, such as outdoor deployments and factory automation.

Innodisk expands the boundaries of M.2 networking with multiple industry-first designs. Its EGPL-T203, dual-port 10GbE LAN module with wide-temperature support, is the first of its kind in an M.2 form factor rated for -40°C to 85°C Ta, enabling reliable deployment in harsh environments. The series also introduces EGPL-T2F1, the first M.2-based SFP+ LAN module, recognized with the Embedded World 2026 Best in Show Award, supporting both optical and direct-attached copper SFP+ modules for high-speed fiber connectivity.

Alongside these innovations, additional models, including EGPL-T103, ELPL-T101, and ELPL-T201, complete the lineup, offering flexible configurations to address deployment needs. As edge Ai continues to evolve, the need for faster, adaptable networking is becoming essential. Innodisk’s High-Speed 10GbE LAN Series brings together performance, compact form factors, and deployment flexibility, making it easier to build efficient, high-speed systems at the edge.


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DIN Rail industrial power supplies.

Tailored for high-power automation, the premium DIN Pro Series from Delta, offers a comprehensive power range from 120W to 960W. It also delivers superior thermal performance, with operating temperatures up to 80°C while maintaining full-load output at 60°C. With these robust features, the DIN Pro Series is ideal for Cooling Distribution Units (CDU) in AI thermal management, semiconductor equipment, collaborative robots (cobots), and EV charging stations. Meanwhile, the DIN Eco Series offers a cost-effective, high-performance solution with340–575 Vac three-phase input for modern smart factories and green energy facilities. Notably, its 3ENA models support input voltages up to 600 Vac, ensuring stable operation in industrial environments with frequent power fluctuations, as well as in remote sites with unstable grid conditions.

Mr. Tim Chen, General Manager of Delta Standard Power Supply Business Unit, commented, “By leveraging our core expertise in the standard power supply sector, Delta has developed a comprehensive, well- structured product portfolio that addresses the diverse needs of today’s evolving industrial market. The launch of these two new DIN rail power supply series represents a ‘dual-track’ strategy, fulfilling market demand for both power stability and compact design. Moving forward, we remain committed to driving industry standards with our advancements in high power density, miniaturization, and digital control technology, reinforcing Delta’s leadership in the global standard power supply market.”

Leveraging its expertise in core power electronics technologies, Delta continues to drive innovation and digital transformation in smart manufacturing and emerging industries, delivering comprehensive power solutions in response to the demanding challenges of industrial environments and diverse infrastructure applications.


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Motor control and power connection capabilities in cabinet.

Integrates motor control components, improves diagnostics and simplifies control panel design.

New capabilities of Rockwell's EtherNet/IP™ In-cabinet Solution, expanding support for additional motor control and protection devices has been announced. The update enables manufacturers to connect more components inside the control panel, simplify wiring and gain deeper diagnostic insight, without redesigning their existing architecture.

As manufacturers work to increase productivity and reduce downtime, they often face challenges related to limited data access and complex panel installations. The EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution addresses these issues by streamlining communication between devices inside the panel, improving real-time data availability and making it easier to install, scale and maintain motor control systems over time.

The expanded release adds a supplemental power tap and extends EtherNet/IP connectivity to additional motor control components, including 140ME Motor Protective Switching Devices and E100 Electronic Overload Relays through a 100-E Contactor communication module. These enhancements help manufacturers build smarter, more connected control panels while improving diagnostics and overall system visibility.

"The EtherNet/IP In‑cabin­et Solution continues to transform how customers design and deploy control panels," said Kelly Passineau, product manager at Rockwell Automation. "With the addition of a supplemental power tap­ and connections for additional panel components, we're giving them even more ways to reduce installation time, improve diagnostics and build intelligent, data- driven systems with less complexity." 

Key benefits of this new release include:

  • Supplemental power tap: Helps maintain stable performance as device counts increase, reducing the need for oversized power supplies or additional interposing relays and enabling scalable motor control architectures.
  • Expanded smart motor control capabilities: Extends EtherNet/IP communication to 140ME Motor Protective Switching Devices and E100 Electronic Overload Relays using a 100-E Contactor communication module.
  • Faster installation: In certain case studies, EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution has been shown to reduce wiring time by up to 80% compared to traditional hard-wired installations when implemented according to recommended standards.
  • Optimized space: Compact components allow more devices to fit within the same footprint, helping reduce overall panel size.
  • Improved data access: Real-time communication between devices boosts productivity and supports smarter decision making. With expanded connectivity across more components, users gain access to more data and meaningful insights.
  • Scalability: Easily adapts to future networking needs without major redesigns or infrastructure changes.

"The EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution isn't just a product—it's a growing portfolio designed to evolve alongside your system," said Jimmy Alvarez, director of Portfolio and Business Management at Rockwell Automation. "This release is the next step on our roadmap that includes expanding support for additional panel components, deeper data access and richer diagnostic capabilities that enhance visibility and performance over time. As your operational needs change, the solution is built to scale with you, offering a flexible, long-term path toward smarter, connected in-cabinet architectures."

This release adds a supplemental power tap and expands connectivity to additional motor control and protection devices, including 140ME Motor Protective Switching Devices and E100 Electronic Overload Relays.

This portfolio is designed for panel builders, manufacturers and OEMs looking to streamline industrial networking, simplify in-panel wiring and gain better diagnostics from their control panels with more connected devices.

The EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution reduces wiring time and complexity, improves access to real‑time data and allows manufacturers to scale systems without major redesign.


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Embedded vision and imaging for mobility.

Solectrix and EVONOMY Group, a leader in Technical and Commercial services for Electrification, Autonomous Technologies, Connectivity, and Software — have announced a strategic partnership to feature Solectrix’s solutions within EVONOMY’s Ecosystem. At the center of this collaboration is the SXVPU (Smart eXtensible Vision Processing Unit), a rugged, high-performance platform designed to handle the most demanding multi-camera and AI-driven imaging applications. By joining the EVONOMY Ecosystem, Solectrix will provide global OEMs and system integrators with scalable, low-latency vision solutions tailored for the harsh environments of industrial and off-highway machinery.

“By partnering with EVONOMY, we gain a strong local partner who opens doors and provides valuable industry access while presenting our SXVPU platform to OEMs and integrators,” says Andreas Rottmair, CSO at Solectrix GmbH.

Solectrix distinguishes itself as a premier one-stop partner, offering vertically integrated support across the entire product lifecycle — from initial Proof of Concept and R&D to hardware/software design and industrial-grade manufacturing. By integrating the SXVPU into the EVONOMY Ecosystem, Solectrix brings a powerful Edge AI and vision processing platform to software-defined off-highway vehicles. Optimized for real-time processing of multi-camera and sensor data, the SXVPU enables advanced perception, object detection, and viewing applications with low latency, high efficiency, and reliable 24/7 operation in harsh environments.

Additionally, the SXVPU provides OEMs with the ability to implement customized AI-driven vehicle functions while maintaining robust cybersecurity and secure OTA update capabilities. This combination enables future-ready automation and intelligent vehicle architectures without compromising reliability or system integration efficiency.

"Solectrix sees North America as a key growth market for embedded vision in industrial and mobile machinery," said Andreas Rottmair. "By partnering with EVONOMY, we gain a strong local partner who opens doors and provides valuable industry access while presenting our SXVPU platform to OEMs and integrators who need rugged, low-latency multi-camera processing for demanding real-world applications." 

"The addition of Solectrix to our Ecosystem significantly strengthens our ability to support OEMs in the transition toward autonomous and software-defined platforms," said Anthony R. Giesey, SVP and Head of Engineering at EVONOMY Group. "Solectrix’s end-to-end expertise in high-end imaging and their SXVPU platform provide the sensory and processing capabilities necessary for the complex perception tasks our customers face in the off-highway and mobility sectors."


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Connectors in high-vibration.

The expansion of Samtec's SMPM cable-to-board Precision RF connector family to include small-form-factor threaded cable-to-board mated sets has been announced. Featuring a threaded SMPM MIL-STD-348 interface with retractable threaded coupling nut, these new connector assemblies are available immediately in volume and are well suited for use in high-vibration environments such as aerospace and harsh communication applications.

High-vibration environments can exceed the retention capabilities of traditional push-on RF interconnects. Designed with enhanced mechanical strength that provides a secure, robust connection, Samtec’s threaded SMPM cable-to-board mated connector sets include the RF047-A and RF086 millimeter-wave, low-loss cable assembly families handling up to 67 GHz as well as SMPMT threaded, SMPM millimeter-wave board-mount plugs available up to 60 GHz.

Key Features:
  • Full detent or smooth bore for varying retention forces
  • Excellent electrical performance (SMPMT connector VSWR 1.35:1 typical from 26.5 to 40 GHz)
  • Low-loss flexible millimeter wave cable: .047” or .086” cable types
  • Mixed technology board termination provides resistance to mechanical stress and supports high frequency
End 2 options: Samtec offers a wide variety of end options for blending application-specific customization with the simplicity and lead-time efficiencies of standard off-the-shelf solutions. SMPM cable-to-board Precision RF connectors are in stock directly from Samtec. Their Sudden Service® initiative makes designing-in a product easy by offering free 3D model downloads and product samples while also ensuring prints, product specifications, and test reports are readily available on their site. RF047-A cable assembly and SMPMT threaded plugs are part of the Samtec Reserve™ program with 1-day shipment.


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Tuesday, 19 May 2026

First step toward digitalisation for life science.

Körber have announced its additional MES (Manufacturing Execution System) solution PAS-X Neo which is specifically designed to enable small and mid sized pharmaceutical companies and sites to digitalise shop floor operations quickly, effectively, and with a clear path for future growth. With this additional MES product, the first version of which will be available in November 2026, the company extends its existing PAS-X portfolio with for example PAS-X MES, PAS-X Savvy or AI solutions and enables an easy entry into PAS-X and the Körber Ecosystem to life science manufacturers that want to start small and scale as their business grows.

Many pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers still rely on paper based or fragmented shop floor processes. This leads to manual errors, inefficiencies, and increased compliance risk. At the same time, limited internal IT, validation, and MES capacities make digitalisation projects difficult to start and hard to sustain.

The PAS-X Neo is a purpose built MES for small and mid sized companies and sites designed to address these challenges. It builds on a lean, standardised, cloud native architecture with essential GMP functionality, enabling cost-efficient operations, low IT complexity, and regulatory compliance. The solution is designed for fast implementation and provides a right sized entry point into PAS-X and the Körber Ecosystem.

“We will deliver a world-leading MES platform that makes enterprise-grade innovation accessible to small and mid-sized pharmaceutical manufacturers and sites, empowering them to operate digital, connected and regulatory-compliant from day one. By bringing together cloud-native architecture, AI-powered tooling, and deep domain expertise across MES and line-level operations, we are shaping the next era of pharmaceutical manufacturing and expanding our leadership in the fast-growing Tier-2 and Tier-3 market,” says Oliver Weber, EVP Software, Körber Business Area Pharma.

“Digitalization in pharma must not be an all or nothing decision,” adds Pierrick Lebigre, Vice President Product, Software, Körber Business Area Pharma. “With our new PAS-X Neo, we bring the proven quality, compliance, and reliability of our flagship product PAS X MES into a right sized, cloud native solution. This gives manufacturers a simple, secure and future-proof first step into MES based operations.”

Customers benefit from fast time to value. The goal is to implement the software within less than two months using standardised templates, minimal configuration effort, and AI support. Pharma grade compliance is built in from day one, including ALCOA+, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, audit trails, and electronic signatures. The SaaS delivery model reduces effort and total cost of ownership. No local infrastructure is required, and pre-validated building blocks reduce the validation effort. The solution complements Körber’s flagship PAS-X MES and in future will provide benefits in terms of interoperability between MES systems across different sites, as well as a clearly defined upgrade path.


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