Connectors to FPGA and SoC FPAG standard.

A new product portfolio designed for the SGeT oHFM.c standard has been announced by Samtec. These connectors are based on the company's proven AcceleRate® HD and AcceleRate® HP high-density, high-performance product families.

oHFM™, or Open Harmonized FPGA Module, is the world’s first open modular FPGA standard. It addresses the common challenges of unique pinouts, custom form factors, and proprietary thermal concepts of FPGA and SOM development by providing a unified, scalable architecture. Ready-to-use building blocks and clear design rules reduce engineering time for faster time-to-market.

Connector-based SOMs defined by the oHFM.c standard are optimized for compact high-speed interfaces, mid- to high-end FPGAs, and in-field upgrades using 5 mm or 10 mm stack height Samtec connectors. Samtec’s oHFM.c connectors feature high-density channels on a 0.635 mm pitch with performance targets of 64 Gbps PAM4 or 112 Gbps PAM4. Inside each connector, the narrow edges of the Edge Rate® contact system are aligned with the connector body to reduce broadside coupling and crosstalk, optimizing signal integrity. The Edge Rate contact system also features a smooth, broad milled mating surface which reduces wear and increases durability for high-cycle applications. Samtec’s IPC Class 3-compliant solder column board termination technique is used to secure connectors to the printed circuit board. Solder column termination provides superior solder joint reliability and excellent insertion loss and return loss performance.

Designed to meet the evolving demands of FPGA-based compute platforms, Samtec’s interconnect solutions enable scalable, flexible, and reliable system architectures for next-generation embedded and edge applications.

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Ultra-high-resolution imaging.

Teledyne DALSA has released the new Linea™ ML 32K line scan camera. Designed for ultra-high-resolution imaging in semiconductor wafer and electronics inspection, the Linea ML 32K camera joins the existing Linea ML family, delivering exceptional image quality with 2.5 µm pixels and a maximum line rate of 150 kHz.

The Linea ML family features a multiline CMOS sensor, available in 8k, 16k, and now 32k resolutions, with optimized quantum efficiency to meet the rigorous demands of current and future machine vision applications. Its multiline sensor architecture enables configuration for single-line, dual-line, trilinear color, or quadlinear multispectral imaging, depending on application requirements. Unique features such as sequential exposure provide versatility and flexibility to meet a variety of demanding requirements.

The small 2.5 µm pixel size makes the Linea ML 32K particularly well suited for inspecting entire 300 mm wafers using a single camera. Features such as HDR and sequential exposure significantly improve the detectability of small defects. The camera also includes Camera Link HS® CX4 connectors for Active Optical Cables, providing complete EMI immunity.

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New registered dual in-line memory module (RDIMM).

Supports demanding Ai and enterprise-server workloads.

The launch of Innodisk's new industrial-grade DDR5 8000 RDIMM has been announced. This expands its DDR5 portfolio for compute-intensive applications such as edge AI and enterprise servers. Delivering industry-leading data transfer speeds of 8000 MT/s, 11.1% higher than the previous generation, the module addresses growing memory bandwidth requirements while enhancing signal integrity and transmission reliability, enabling system developers to achieve higher performance and stability in next-generation designs.

Pairing high bandwidth with reliability for faster Ai computing.
As Ai models grow in scale and complexity, the efficient movement of massive datasets becomes increasingly critical to system performance. The DDR5 8000 RDIMM raises data transfer speeds to 8000 MT/s and offers capacities ranging from 16GB to 64GB, supporting applications such as large language models (LLMs), generative AI, digital twins, and telehealth. Additionally, it improves data throughput for demanding workloads, while its registered ECC architecture enhances signal quality and error correction for more reliable Ai processing.

Built for Harsh Industrial Environments and System Resilience Innodisk’s DDR5 8000 RDIMM is engineered with rigorous validation and built-in protection features to support continuous operation. Integrated Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diodes and eFuse protection help mitigate the risk of system failure caused by voltage fluctuations and abnormal power conditions. Designed for prolonged industrial use, the modules also feature 30μ” gold fingers and anti-sulfuration protection, enhancing contact durability and corrosion resistance for extended service life.

Advancing memory performance for the Ai era.
“The rapid expansion of Ai workloads is reshaping system performance requirements, with the ability to efficiently handle vast data volumes becoming just as important as compute power,” said Samson Chang, GM of Embedded DRAM Division at Innodisk. “The DDR5 8000 series helps customers overcome memory bandwidth bottlenecks while offering a more flexible path to system upgrades through enhanced memory performance, serving as a keystone for edge AI applications.”

Innodisk will roll out additional DDR5 8000 modules in Q1 2027, including CUDIMM, CSODIMM, ECC CUDIMM, and ECC CSODIMM, offering broader options across diverse system designs.

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Optimising quality control lab testing.

New QC lab scheduling capability synchronises lab testing with real-time production conditions to improve efficiency and flexibility.

DeltaV™ Real-Time Scheduling (RTS) software has been enhanced by Emerson so that extends integrated, real-time manufacturing scheduling capabilities to quality control (QC) labs. The new capability automates complex scheduling rules and logic to optimise lab operations and keep QC activities continuously synchronised with changing production conditions, helping life sciences manufacturers improve throughput, reduce delays and accelerate decision-making.

QC labs face numerous challenges that limit efficiency and scalability. Labs receive many samples from multiple points throughout the manufacturing processes across a plant and must conduct a wide range of tests on those samples. As labs navigate equipment availability, multi-sample test capabilities, technician capacity, incoming samples and shifting priorities, scheduling quickly becomes too complex for the whiteboards, spreadsheets and lab information management systems commonly used today.

“Well-run QC labs are a keystone of ensuring quality and meeting delivery commitments. By driving efficiency, QC teams ensure samples are tested with results returned promptly, enabling manufacturing to proceed without delays and quality teams to promptly determine product disposition so therapies can reach patients on time,” said Kristel Biehler, vice president of life sciences for Emerson’s process systems and solutions business. “QC scheduling in DeltaV RTS software is a simple and effective tool providing automated, real-time scheduling to integrate the lab with the shop floor to make the most effective use of resources and eliminate bottlenecks.”

The enhancement provides fit-for-purpose QC lab scheduling directly into Emerson’s proven DeltaV RTS software, harmonising schedules with manufacturing operations. Users can ensure that testing is executed correctly at the right time on the right equipment, including both production-dependent and final product testing. Integration with real-time lab information management systems automates lab schedule alignment, ensuring accurate updates to changing priorities and sample availability. The software empowers teams to implement and automate complex rules to optimise the lab, such as analytical test run sample batching and other advanced scheduling strategies.

This expanded DeltaV RTS functionality enables the scheduling rules to be configured in a flexible manner, which empowers lab schedulers to quickly adapt to the dynamic needs of the testing lab, even when supporting new product introductions. Ultimately, this functionality can reduce the manual QC lab scheduling effort and improve on-time delivery of test results to enable faster, more reliable release of batches.

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New head for power solutions provider in India.

Danfoss Power Solutions has named Anup Deshmukh Managing Director of its India business, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Deshmukh will report directly to Henrik V. Jørgensen, President, Controls Division. Deshmukh is based in Pune, India.

Anup Deshmukh

In his new role, Deshmukh will be responsible for driving business growth and ensuring effective execution of Danfoss Power Solutions' strategies across India. He will build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders, and he will create and execute strategies to attract, develop, and retain talent across multiple functions. Deshmukh will lead the Danfoss Power Solutions India Leadership Team, and he will represent the Power Solutions segment on the Danfoss India country governance board.

"India is one of the most important growth markets for Danfoss Power Solutions, and I am honoured to lead the team here at this stage of our journey,” Deshmukh said. “My focus will be on strengthening our customer partnerships, building local capabilities, and positioning our India business for long-term, sustainable growth."

"Anup brings deep operational and commercial experience from across India and the broader Asia-Pacific region," Jørgensen said. "His track record of building high-performing teams and driving growth will be a strong asset as we continue to invest in India as a strategic market."

Deshmukh brings nearly 28 years of experience spanning sales, business development, general management, manufacturing operations, and strategic growth to his new role. He joins Danfoss from Parker Hannifin, where he held senior leadership roles across India, China, and Southeast Asia, most recently serving as Country Sales Director within the company's Filtration, Engineering Material, Instrumentation, Fluid Control, and Motion Control groups in India. Prior to Parker Hannifin, Deshmukh served as Sales Manager for General Electric in India.

He holds a degree in chemical engineering from Shivaji University, along with diplomas in marketing and business management from NMIMS and ICFAI, respectively.

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High-performance edge computing multiscreened platform with Ai performance.

Displays maps, video streams and operational data across three 14-inch screens while bringing powerful Ai processing directly into the field.

Bressner Technology is expanding its range of rugged mobile computing systems with the Durabook Z14I-DX3, an exceptional mobile workstation that combines three Full HD touchscreens with the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra technology and optional NVIDIA® graphics acceleration. It has been developed for applications in which large volumes of information need to be assessed simultaneously and a conventional laptop would quickly reach its limits.

The Z14I-DX3 is available from Bressner with immediate effect. The company sees potential applications particularly in government agencies and emergency services, energy and utilities, field engineering, maritime environments and industrial operations.

Three displays, one integrated workspace.
In addition to its central 14-inch display, the Z14I-DX3 features two fold-out side screens. Within moments, the system can be transformed into a mobile workstation with three full-size displays. For transport, the additional screens fold inwards and remain securely attached to the device. No separate monitors, cables or mounting hardware are required.

The additional screen space is particularly useful when several sources of information need to remain visible at the same time. An operational map can be shown on the main screen, for example, while a live video stream runs on the second display and telemetry or sensor data is presented on the third. This arrangement also simplifies the control of unmanned systems, technical diagnostics and the monitoring of geographically distributed equipment.

All three touchscreens provide Full HD resolution, a brightness of 1,200 nits and DynaVue® technology for improved readability in direct sunlight. They can be operated using a finger, gloves or a stylus and continue to support reliable input in wet conditions. Display brightness can be adjusted simultaneously across all three screens or individually for each display.

Processing power for demanding edge applications.
The Z14I-DX3 is powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with an integrated Intel® AI Boost NPU. This enables AI-assisted workloads to be processed directly on the device, reducing dependence on a reliable connection to data centers or cloud services. This is a significant advantage in remote locations and time-critical operations.

For more demanding applications, Durabook offers a choice of dedicated NVIDIA® GPUs. Available options include the RTX™ A500 AI accelerator, RTX™ 3500 Ada and RTX™ 5000 Ada. The most powerful configuration delivers up to 682 TOPS and is suitable for tasks such as real-time image recognition, sensor fusion and local video analysis. Combined with the platform’s CPU and NPU, the system’s total Ai performance exceeds this figure.

“The Z14I-DX3 rugged mobile laptop with its triple-screen design is a prime example of how Durabook is moving beyond the expected evolution of rugged computing,” said Fred Kao, CEO of Twinhead. “The Z14I-DX3 combines the capabilities customers expect from a rugged Durabook computer with an expansive multi-screen workspace and Ai performance in a powerful edge computing platform.” 

Modern and legacy connectivity.
Mobile operations often require both new and existing equipment to be connected. The Z14I-DX3 therefore offers a broad selection of interfaces, including Thunderbolt™ 4, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, two serial RS-232 ports, ExpressCard 54 and USB ports spanning several generations.

Wireless connectivity is provided through Intel® Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth® 5.4. Depending on the selected configuration, the workstation can also be equipped with dedicated GPS as well as 4G LTE or 5G mobile connectivity. Nano-SIM and eSIM are supported.

Two removable NVMe PCIe SSDs can be exchanged without tools in a matter of seconds. This makes it easier to switch between different operational profiles and supports the secure handling of sensitive data. Security options include a smart card reader, a Windows Hello-compatible webcam, an RFID/NFC reader and a fingerprint sensor.

Designed for use beyond protected office environments.
The Z14I-DX3 is certified to MIL-STD-810H and MIL-STD-461G. Its design therefore addresses both mechanical stresses and operation in electromagnetically demanding environments. The rugged construction makes the workstation a mobile alternative for tasks that have traditionally required a fixed command station or several separate devices.

Bressner supports users in selecting the appropriate processor, graphics solution, storage capacity and communication options. The company can also assist with integrating the workstation into existing IT and operational environments.

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Swiss innovation in sensors.

Sensirion ranks third among the top 100 most innovative companies in Switzerland in 2027. Innovation has been part of the company's DNA ever since its founding. The company’s commitment to innovation has now been confirmed by the ranking of “Top 100 Innovative Companies Switzerland 2027.” With its third-place ranking, Sensirion has been recognised as one of the most innovative companies in the country. The award from Bilanz, PME and Statista* is based on a comprehensive analysis of innovation achievement, patent strength and innovation culture. The top-three ranking underscores Sensirion’s leading role as an innovation partner for sensor solutions worldwide.

Being named the third most innovative company in Switzerland confirms Sensirion’s consistent focus on innovation and the continuous development of trailblazing sensor solutions. Sensirion invests in research and development to support customers around the world with precise and reliable technologies for applications in industry, medical technology, consumer electronics and automotive industry.

The Top Innovative Companies Switzerland 2027 ranking was conducted by Bilanz, PME and Statista and is based on a multi-stage assessment process. The analysis incorporated the assessments of employees, evaluations by external innovation experts and the strength of a company’s patent portfolio. In total, more than 5,000 people were surveyed and around 20,000 company evaluations were carried out. The patent data was provided by LexisNexis Intellectual Property Solutions and rated using the Patent Asset Index, which considers both the technological relevance and the economic significance of the patents.

The evaluation was based on three equally weighted innovation dimensions: product innovation, process innovation and innovation culture. It took into account the development of new products and technologies, the continuous improvement of processes and digital solutions, and a working environment that fosters creativity, entrepreneurship and the implementation of new ideas.

With its third place in the ranking, Sensirion is one of the companies that not only drive innovation through technological excellence, but make this ethos an integral and enduring part of their processes and corporate culture. This result underscores the company’s ambition to create long-term added value for customers, partners and society through continuous innovation.

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* More information on the top 100 most innovative companies in Switzerland.

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Reducing the impact of chemical contamination of sensors.

Dust, humidity, corrosive media and chemical contamination can impair the measurement performance of industrial sensors. Depending on the application, these stresses affect different sensor areas and can cause measurement drift or increase maintenance requirements. E+E Elektronik addresses these challenges with application-specific protection concepts for sensor elements, connections and other sensitive areas. With ChemShield, E+E Elektronik is now adding a protective barrier specifically developed for chemically demanding applications.

E+E Shield Technologies

The protection concepts from E+E Elektronik act where environmental conditions can affect sensor performance. Each technology fulfils a different function.

SensShield is a protective coating for the sensor element as well as its connections and solder joints. It reduces the impact of dust, dirt, oily contamination, salts, humidity and corrosive exposure. At the same time, the coating helps prevent stray impedances caused by deposits on the sensor surface or connection leads.

LeadsShield protects particularly sensitive sensor connections and solder joints through targeted encapsulation. Only the sensor element itself comes into contact with the medium being measured. This protects critical connection areas from corrosion and contamination without unnecessarily affecting the sensor's response characteristics.

ChemShield adds a barrier against chemical contamination to these protection concepts. The coating is applied to defined areas such as the sensor element and solder joints. It reduces the impact of harmful chemical substances and supports long-term stable measurement performance in chemically demanding environments.

Contaminated Sensor

For chemically demanding processes.
Chemical exposure places particularly high demands on the sensor element in humidity measurement. Process media can change, oils age or oxidise, and residues from production and cleaning processes can affect sensitive sensor areas. This can lead to measurement drift and reduced long-term stability.

ChemShield forms an additional barrier against these influences. This extends the application range of selected E+E Elektronik humidity and moisture in oil sensors to environments with increased chemical exposure.

Long-term stable moisture measurement in oil.
One key area of application is moisture measurement in oil. Ageing, oxidation and contamination can change the chemical properties of an oil and place additional stress on the sensor element. ChemShield reduces the impact of these changes and supports long-term stable moisture measurement.

The technology is used, among other products, in the EE360 and EE364 moisture in oil sensors. Depending on the application and product configuration, this also makes them suitable for demanding lubricating, hydraulic and insulating oils as well as selected natural ester oils. ChemShield also provides additional protection against chemical exposure in contaminated turbine, compressor and hydraulic oils.

Enhanced protection for industrial humidity applications.
In industrial humidity measurement, chemical contaminants can also affect sensor performance. Typical applications include test and climate chambers, fume cupboards, pharmaceutical environments with intensive cleaning, biofilters, fertiliser environments, and specialised drying and fermentation processes.

For selected applications, E+E Elektronik combines ChemShield with SensShield. In the EE310 humidity and temperature sensor, this combination supports long-term stable measurement performance even under increased chemical exposure. The specific configuration is matched to the respective process conditions.

Protection matched to the measurement task.
E+E Elektronik does not take a one-size-fits-all approach to sensor protection. What matters is which components are exposed to which stresses in the respective application. SensShield, LeadsShield and ChemShield can therefore be used selectively and combined as required.

This allows the level of protection, measurement performance, response characteristics and serviceability to be matched to the specific application. The goal is reliable, long-term stable measurements even under demanding industrial conditions.

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Pump portal.

The launch of MyNETZSCH, a new digital customer portal has been launched by Netcsch Pumps & Systems, demonstrating its continued commitment to customer satisfaction.

With MyNETZSCH, the company is expanding its digital service offering with a central customer portal designed for operators, service managers, and purchasing professionals. The platform brings together key information and processes related to NETZSCH Pumps & Systems in one place, providing fast access to machine data, technical documentation, and spare parts ordering.

Through digital self-service features, MyNETZSCH helps companies streamline information and procurement processes while simplifying day-to-day service operations. Users benefit from location-independent, 24/7 access and a platform tailored to their individual requirements.

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Comprehensive automation resource update.

"Giving professionals a lasting foundation they can build on throughout their careers."

This newly updated Fourth Edition of A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge is the only officially authorised book covering ISA’s body of knowledge core competencies. This revised guide provides an overview of important automation concepts and processes, while also describing the technical skills required to implement them in today’s industrial environment. The book enables readers to effectively study for the ISA Certified Automation Professional® (CAP®), ISA Certified Control Systems Technician® (CCST®) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) Control Systems Engineer (CSE) exams.

In addition to this important guide, ISA’s roster of new book titles published through Wiley in 2026 include:
•Successful Instrumentation and Control Systems Design, Third Edition by Michael D. Whitt
• Loop Checking: A Technician’s Guide, Second Edition by Harley M. Jeffery and Paul M. Franklin
• Calibration: A Technician’s Guide, Second Edition by Michael P. Cable and Alan W. Bryant
• Data-to-Information Handbook: Building Effective Display Systems for Refining Processes by Ike Brackin, Mark J. Nixon and Dave Strobhar

Edited and written by nearly 30 leading experts from all aspects of automation, A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge, Fourth Edition includes information on:

• Process and analytical instrumentation, discrete control, continuous and batch control, control valves and final control elements
• Basic discrete, sequencing and manufacturing control, advanced control, process modeling and digital twins, digital and analog communications and data management and system software
• Networking and cybersecurity, safety and reliability, system checkout, testing, start-up, troubleshooting and project management
• Manufacturing operations management, automation justification and performance analysis, motors and drives, electrical systems, asset management and maintenance, motion control and vision systems and control systems including PLCs, DCSs and SCADA

"What makes this guide so valuable is its focus on the fundamentals — the core concepts and skills that every automation professional needs to master, regardless of how quickly technology trends shift,” said Rick Zabel, managing director of ISA publications. “This edition ensures that grounding remains strong, giving professionals a lasting foundation they can build on throughout their careers."

A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge is widely known as an indispensable text for automation engineers, managers, technicians, control systems integrators, students and educators. The Fourth Edition is now available for purchase through ISA’s publishing partner, Wiley, as an e-book as well as a print version.

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Rethinking valve platform architecture?

Addresses growing demand for higher airflow in automation.

Across factory automation, packaging, water treatment, and automotive manufacturing, machine builders are facing a familiar challenge: higher airflow demands in increasingly compact machine designs. Moving to a larger valve platform can solve the airflow problem but introduces new complexity — different interfaces, different configurations, and disruption to established machine architectures. Emerson has developed the AVENTICS™ XV05 High Flow Valve System to address this gap directly.

Their XV05 High Flow variant delivers up to 1,200 L/min — enabling OEMs and machine builders to achieve greater airflow capacity without moving to a larger valve system.

Now available globally, the XV05 High Flow is an extension of the established AVENTICS XV platform — the same architecture, the same electrical connection options, the same communication protocols, and the same modularity that machine builders already rely on. The difference is flow capacity: up to 1,200 L/min, compared to 1,000 L/min for the standard XV05. Larger ports and dedicated high-flow fittings deliver the increased airflow where applications demand it, while compatibility with the standard XV05 means High Flow and standard modules can be combined within a single valve system.

The XV05 High Flow is available in front-, top-, and bottom-ported configurations, giving design engineers the flexibility to integrate higher airflow capacity into new and existing machine layouts without redesigning the broader pneumatic architecture. Applications well suited to the new variant include pilot valve systems for process valves in water treatment, package molding equipment, slicing and cutting units requiring high actuator force, cleaning systems, pneumatically driven winches in oil and gas operations, and automotive manufacturing equipment with high airflow requirements.

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• See also Next Generation Pneumatic Valves.(24/2/2025) 

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CAD model review on the phone.

Engineers, reviewers, and suppliers explore CAD models, PMI, and metadata on a phone or tablet.

Tech Soft 3D, the provider of engineering software development toolkits and industrial applications, has released SpinFire Insight for Mobile, a free companion app to its SpinFire Insight desktop viewer, now available on iOS and Android. 

Design review without a desk.
Engineering teams reviewing 3D models are typically tied to a workstation. Suppliers, quality staff, and project managers who need to check a design, confirm manufacturing information, or answer a question about a part often have to wait until someone with desktop access is available. This slows down reviews and adds friction to communication across distributed teams.

The new SpinFire Insight for Mobile gives teams the benefits of 3D CAD visualization wherever they may be. The app opens standard 3D formats, including STEP, IGES, and PRC, along with publishing formats 3D PDF and U3D, and reads ACT3D files created in the desktop version of SpinFire Insight. Users can navigate models with touch controls, apply standard views, switch between rendering modes, inspect part metadata, and access CAD views and PMI (Product Manufacturing Information) directly from a phone or tablet.

"Engineering data has always lived on a computer, but the questions about it don't wait for someone to sit down at a workstation," said Lionel Vieilly, Senior Product Manager - Industrial Applications. "SpinFire Insight for Mobile puts that data in people's pockets, so a supplier, a reviewer, or a project manager can pull up a model, check a dimension, or confirm a manufacturing note the moment it comes up, not hours later. It’s a small shift with a big impact on team efficiency and speed "

Fitting into existing engineering workflows.
The app is designed for quick, on-the-go review rather than replacing desktop workflows. For advanced design review, measurement, markups, or major CAD formats such as CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, NX, Creo, and Inventor, SpinFire Insight for Desktop remains the primary tool. SpinFire Insight for Mobile is intended to sit alongside it, giving teams a way to check model data, respond to a question, or review PMI when they are away from their workstation, without requiring a full CAD license or desktop session.

By making CAD data accessible from a phone or tablet, SpinFire Insight for Mobile reduces the delay between a question being raised and a model being reviewed. Technical, suppliers, and non-technical stakeholders alike can inspect geometry, manufacturing information, and metadata wherever the work takes them, supporting faster communication and fewer bottlenecks in distributed engineering and manufacturing organisations.

The app is available now as a free download on the App Store for iOS and Google Play for Android.

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Asset condition assessment streamlined.

Thermal imaging cameras to bring AI-driven asset condition assessment directly onto the camera.

Flir has announced the worldwide availability of the MentorLens® app by MentorAPM on its professional-grade iXX-Series thermal imaging cameras, bringing AI-driven asset condition assessment directly onto the camera. Developed by MentorAPM, a provider of asset performance management software for critical infrastructure, the app allows maintenance and reliability teams to capture nameplate, condition and thermal imagery on a single device and send it straight to the asset record, without the file transfers and manual data entry that have long slowed condition monitoring programs.*

In industrial operations, the value of a thermal inspection is determined less by the image itself than by what happens to it afterward. Files are moved from an SD card to a laptop, thermal metadata is altered or lost along the way, and findings end up in a folder rather than in the system where maintenance work is actually planned. Running natively on the iXX-Series, the MentorLens app removes that handoff. Images upload from the camera directly to the asset record with their thermal data intact, and technicians can create new assets or update existing ones without leaving the camera. All Flir imaging and hardware controls remain available, including MSX, palette selection, lamp and laser, so the same device that captures the thermogram also captures the nameplate photo and the condition photo.

Once the images are synced, MentorLens processes them automatically. Nameplate and tag data is transcribed into standard asset attributes, visual imagery is scored for condition, and thermal imagery is measured against operating baselines taken from the asset's own nameplate data or from manufacturer manuals. Reports return observed anomalies, temperature readings and recommended actions, and because previous assessments for the same asset are carried into the analysis, degradation is tracked across inspections rather than judged one image at a time.

“Customers don't need more inspection data. They need actionable information that helps them prevent downtime and make better maintenance decisions," said John Gould, Sr. Director of Strategic Business Development, FLIR. "With MentorAPM integrated into the iXX-Series workflow, thermal findings become part of a broader asset health picture. Data is automatically evaluated against previous conditions and delivered to the teams responsible for maintenance planning, enabling earlier intervention and more effective predictive maintenance programs.”

For the wider organisation, the benefits go beyond the inspection itself. Condition and thermal results feed the MentorLens platform, where rules can automatically trigger preventive work orders and where condition history, work history and SCADA events are held against the same asset record. Reports are exported as standardised PDFs, and the underlying data can be pushed by API into an existing CMMS or EAM system, so operators are not obliged to change their system of record in order to benefit. Every AI-assisted workflow keeps a human in the loop, with a person confirming what is committed against the asset.

“For most operators the hardest part of asset management is still the most basic one, which is knowing what you own and what condition it is in,” added Tacoma Zach, CEO of MentorAPM. “Putting our app on the iXX-Series means high-quality thermal data now enters that picture at the point of capture, from the same technician and the same device. In plants where downtime is measured in millions of dollars an hour, the payback on that is very quick.”

First proven in water and wastewater utilities, the combined solution is now being adopted in manufacturing, metals, and oil and gas, where thermographic inspection has typically been outsourced to specialist contractors at considerable expense. MentorAPM reports that customers using MentorLens achieve up to 10x faster field data collection and cost savings of more than 75 percent against conventional condition assessment methods. The MentorLens app is available worldwide now for Flir iXX-Series users with a MentorAPM subscription.

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* Both companies will present the integration at the SMRP 34th Annual Conference, held 28 September to 1 October 2026 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh (NC USA). Tacoma Zach, CEO of MentorAPM, leads an Innovation Lab session titled "From Camera to Asset Intelligence: AI Workflows for Reliability Teams" on Tuesday 29 September, 1:15 to 2:15 PM ET, in Innovation Lab #3. The session walks through practical workflows using MentorLens with Flir thermal cameras to capture equipment information, analyse visual and thermal conditions and generate structured asset intelligence automatically. John Gould of Teledyne FLIR joins the session to discuss the iXX-Series.

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Flow calibration in Middle East.

The announcement signals company's expanding automation and industrial technology footprint across the Middle East and Africa.

Emerson has announced plans to build the Emerson Middle East & Africa Service Center, a new automation solutions service and operations centre, in the Umm Alhoul Free Zone. The facility will expand Emerson’s local capabilities for customers in Qatar and across the Middle East and Africa. It will include the region’s first certified in-country flow calibration lab, along with other critical automation technologies designed to help customers optimise operations, reduce turnaround time, minimise costs and accelerate project timelines.

Emerson's Judson Duncan (left), group president, global sales, signs the agreement with Qatar Free Zones Authority's Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Faisal Al-Thani.

“This new investment reflects Emerson’s strategic commitment to accelerating innovation in Qatar and supporting the Middle East’s most critical operations,” said Judson Duncan, group president of Global Sales at Emerson. “Our additional capabilities will enable customers to operate with greater agility, reliability and cost efficiency.”

Strategic investment aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
The new 3,500-square-metre facility reinforces Emerson’s expanding industrial technology presence in the region and advances Qatar National Vision 2030 objectives around economic growth and diversification. The new site will add to the existing footprint of manufacturing, service and distribution locations in the Middle East across Saudi Arabia and UAE along with a broad service network of Emerson accredited service partners in the region.

New capabilities for Qatar.
In addition to being equipped to calibrate large-size flow meters for high-pressure and high-volume operations, the Qatar facility will feature:

• Measurement instrumentation solutions and skid training systems
• Off-the-shelf inventory and spare parts distribution
• A training and experience centre for customer operations teams
• Staging and integration services for distributed control systems

The facility is planned to open in phases: control systems staging and measurement solutions services, spares inventory and the training centre will open in December 2026 with the certified flow calibration lab opening in early 2027.

The announcement was formalised at a signing ceremony on the sidelines of Qatar Economic Forum (QEF) in New York City with Qatar Free Zone dignitaries, including Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Faisal Al-Thani, chief executive officer, Qatar Free Zones Authority, and Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani, minister of commerce and industry and chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority.

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@EmersonExchange @Qatar_Customs @Emerson_News @EMR_Automation  @HHC_Lewis #PAuto #Qatar #Calibration

A new cybersecurity member.

DeNexus has officially joined the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA), demonstrating its commitment to advancing operational (OT) cybersecurity through the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards.

Created by the International Sociey of Automation (ISA), the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance is a collaborative forum focused on strengthening OT cybersecurity through education, knowledge sharing and industry collaboration. Leveraging the widely used ISA/IEC 62443 standards, ISAGCA works to expand cybersecurity expertise, openly share knowledge and resources and protect the OT cybersecurity worldwide community.

DeNexus delivers an evidence-based solution for OT industrial stakeholders to gain visibility into each facility’s cyber exposure, calculate the probability and financial impact of potential cyber incidents and prioritize risk mitigation based on ROI or other KPIs. By joining ISAGCA, the company underscores its commitment to supporting standards-driven security practices across the OT lifecycle from system design and integration to operations and maintenance.

DeNexus founder and CEO Jose M. Seara spoke at the ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit in Prague (CZ) in June 2026, leading a session titled “OT Cyber Insurance and Risk Transfer: Right-Sizing Coverage Using Evidence, Not Guesswork.” Based on interest, he also conducted an encore presentation on the topic via webinar in September. Through ISAGCA membership, DeNexus will collaborate with global industry leaders to accelerate awareness, adoption and implementation of the ISA/IEC 62443 standards framework.

“This is a significant moment for the ISAGCA community,” said Michelle Ritterskamp, ISAGCA program coordinator. “DeNexus brings a deep OT technical experience and a desire to incorporate ISA/IEC 62443 into their business. ISAGCA staff would like to thank DeNexus for the excellent collaboration on programs already, and we look forward to further sharing DeNexus’ expertise in future initiatives.” 

"Industrial cyber risk has been invisible to the people who carry it — boards, CFOs and the markets that could underwrite it,” Seara said. “That's the problem I started DeNexus to solve, and it's the same problem ISA/IEC 62443 addresses from the standards side. A common standard for how OT security is designed and assessed is what makes risk assessable in the first place. And once risk can be assessed, it can be quantified, mitigated and transferred. That's the chain: ISA/IEC 62443 gives the industry a shared language for control, and our platform turns that control state into a financial number a board can govern by and an underwriter can price against. Joining ISAGCA puts us alongside the organizations building that foundation. Our mission is to make industrial cyber risk quantifiable for boards, investors and the risk transfer market — and standards are what make that possible at scale."

Automation Summit - Prague (June 2026)

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Artificial intelligence assisted automation.

It has just been announced that the TrustInSoft Analyzer (TISA) 26.10 is being released at the end of next month (October 2026). The new version introduces expanded Ai-assisted automation to significantly reduce the engineering effort required to set up formal analysis, together with enhanced MC/DC (Modified Condition/Decision Coverage) capabilities designed to help safety-critical software teams reach full coverage in fewer steps.

“With TISA 26.10, we combine the power of AI automation with the rigor of formal verification to make exhaustive software verification faster and easier to deploy at scale,” said Caroline Guillaume, CEO of TrustInSoft. “AI automates the engineering work required to set up the analysis, while TrustInSoft Analyzer delivers the mathematical guarantees—enabling teams to verify more C, C++ and Rust code with significantly less manual effort.”

AI-assisted analysis: from code to exhaustive verification faster.
TISA 26.10 expands Ai-assisted automation directly within the TrustInSoft Analyzer interface. Engineering teams can use an Ai coding agent to automate key steps required to prepare and configure an analysis campaign, while following its progress and reviewing results directly in TISA.

The Ai assists with the engineering work surrounding the analysis.
TrustInSoft Analyzer performs the verification itself. Its sound formal analysis explores the possible behaviors within the defined analysis scope and assumptions, providing mathematical guarantees about the absence of targeted classes of runtime errors and undefined behaviors.

This separation combines the productivity of Ai with the rigor and auditability of formal methods. By reducing repetitive setup and configuration work, teams can get verification results faster and apply exhaustive analysis to larger portions of their software.

MC/DC coverage: reach full coverage in fewer steps.
TISA 26.10 also comes with a higher degree of automation in MC/DC coverage, helping teams identify and close coverage gaps more efficiently, and generating certification-oriented reports and traceability.

Rather than building coverage one test at a time, TrustInSoft Analyzer can use formal analysis to reason over ranges of possible inputs in a single analysis. The resulting truth-table-based view shows which combinations contributing to MC/DC have been covered and which remain to be reached. Each reported reachable combination corresponds to a feasible program execution. When gaps remain, engineers can focus additional analyses specifically on the missing conditions rather than iteratively building coverage one test at a time. The result is a more systematic path to full MC/DC coverage, with detailed reporting and traceability to support verification activities. This is particularly relevant for teams developing safety-critical software under standards such as ISO 26262 ASIL D.

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Shutter sensors for machine vision.

Nexora™ is a new family of CMOS image sensors from Teledyne e2v, that delivers high sensitivity, high-speed imaging and low power consumption for demanding machine vision applications.

Rafael Romay, President of Teledyne Vision Solutions, said: “With Nexora, we focused on giving camera manufacturers a new platform that balances image quality, speed and integration simplicity. The result is a sensor family that can support a wide range of current and emerging machine vision applications.”

Available in 12 MP (4,096 by 3,072) and 16 MP (4,096 by 4,096) resolutions, in both monochrome and color versions, Nexora is designed for applications that require sharp images at very high speeds. These include high-resolution machine vision, intelligent traffic systems, and outdoor surveillance.

At the heart of Nexora is Teledyne e2v’s proprietary backside-illuminated (BSI) pixel technology. By positioning the photodiode closer to the incoming light and maximizing the light-sensitive area of each pixel, the sensor achieves higher light-collection efficiency than conventional front-side illuminated (FSI) architectures. This results in quantum efficiency (QE) of up to 73% at 550 nm and 15% at 940 nm, improving performance in challenging lighting conditions and near-infrared applications.

The Nexora family also features Teledyne e2v’s 3D-stacked sensor architecture, which integrates multiple functions within a compact, multilayer structure. This approach increases design flexibility while helping camera manufacturers develop smaller, higher-performance imaging systems.

It incorporates a versatile LVDS interface that is compatible with a wide range of FPGAs and image signal processors. It is housed in a compact 23 by 21.5 mm package that is compatible with 29 by 29 mm² cameras and standard C-mount optics.

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Cracking glass transport racks transportation.

Digital rack management provides transparency into inventories, availability and circulation cycles for the glass and window industry.

Transport racks are an essential part of production and delivery at Adamer Glas. Once the racks were located at customer sites or other locations, however, the company lacked a reliable overview of their current locations. With the BOX ID system, the glass manufacturer has digitalised its rack management and achieved measurable improvements. More than 400 transport racks are now managed transparently, racks return 15% faster, and the reduced need for new racks saves around €30,000 per year.

Excel spreadsheets made rack management more difficult.
Christian Adamer GmbH processes fire-resistant glass, safety glass, curved glass and profiled glass, among other products. Special racks are required for safe transportation and circulate between the company’s premises, customers and other locations. They were previously managed using Excel spreadsheets, making current locations, inventory levels and responsibilities difficult to track without significant manual effort. Time spent searching, delayed returns and missing racks complicated logistics and shipping planning.

Adamer Glas therefore needed a solution that digitally records existing transport racks and combines booking information with geographic location data. Its priorities were higher availability, lower shrinkage and automated processes. The full success story on digital rack management at Adamer Glas provides an overview of the project results.

Existing transport racks retrofitted for digital tracking.
Adamer Glas retrofitted more than 400 racks with cost-effective IoT trackers. The devices enable Europe-wide location tracking via cellular networks and can be installed quickly on the existing fleet.

All location data is consolidated in the cloud-based BOX ID platform. Adamer Glas can manage its rack fleet from anywhere and compare booking data with the recorded geographic positions. This provides logistics and production with a shared database for locating racks faster, coordinating returns and assessing the status of the fleet.

15% faster returns increase availability. Digital transparency has significantly accelerated rack circulation. Racks now return around 15% faster, making them available sooner for production and delivery. This helps prevent bottlenecks while reducing the need for additional racks.

The reduced need for new racks results in annual savings of around €30,000. Digital tracking also reduces administrative effort and deters theft and unauthorised use. Employees spend less time searching, coordinating and maintaining data manually, allowing them to focus more closely on their core tasks.

“The cooperation with BOX ID was solution-oriented and on eye level from the very beginning. Thanks to the tracking solution, we were able to massively minimise costs in this area within a year, while at the same time becoming noticeably more productive in shipping,” says Peter Wolf, CEO of Adamer Glas.

Transparent rack circulation becomes an economic lever.
The project demonstrates how existing rack fleets can be digitalised easily and with minimal effort. The combination of IoT tracking and a centralised data platform provides a reliable basis for decisions regarding returns, availability and new purchases. For companies in glass and window construction, digital rack management becomes a concrete lever for lower costs, reduced capital tied up and more efficient processes. Together with BOX ID, Adamer Glas has successfully moved the management of its rack fleet from Excel into a transparent, data-driven process. The measurable results show that better location data has a direct impact on return times, availability and profitability.

Additional economic potential.
The successful project at Adamer Glas demonstrates the economic potential of digital rack management. With GESAid, BOX ID and Gestellpool Europe extend the possibilities of digital rack management through a comprehensive industry-wide solution. It combines the BOX ID platform with cost-efficient trackers, stationary and mobile data capture points, established rack management processes, long-standing industry experience and a strong network. As the acquisition cost of this technology is currently only around one-third of comparable systems, digitalising large rack fleets becomes even more cost-effective. Further information is available in the English overview of the GESAid solution for digital rack management.

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Ensuring eVTOL safety and maintainability.

The single greatest hurdle for any new aircraft, especially a revolutionary one like an eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing), is achieving FAA Type Certification. Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK)’s aerospace customer was faced with this challenge during development of a completely new, FAA-compliant scheduled maintenance program for its novel eVTOL aircraft, adapting traditional aviation safety standards (MSG-3) to a revolutionary and unproven aircraft architecture.*

By leveraging HBK’s ReliaSoft MPC Plus software, the aerospace customer’s engineers where able to systematically perform MSG-3 analysis, manage complex system hierarchies and efficiently generate the evidence-based maintenance tasks, required for certification.

This streamlined the creation of an optimised and data-driven maintenance program, significantly accelerating the path to FAA type certification, ensuring passenger safety, and establishing a scalable, cost-effective operational framework.

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*Pioneering Urban Air Mobility: Ensuring eVTOL Safety and Maintainability with ReliaSoft MPC Plus (PDF Case Study)

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Advanced magnetic flow meters.

Delivers diagnostic insights to detect issues earlier and maintain accurate flow measurement.

The new Rosemount™ 9000 Series™ Magnetic Flow Meter portfolio has been launched with the Rosemount 9732 Magnetic Flow Transmitter and the Rosemount 9205 Magnetic Flow Sensor. Its new features help users improve flow measurement, simplify troubleshooting and keep critical processes running reliably in industries including chemical, oil and gas, metals and mining, food and beverage, pulp and paper, power, water and wastewater, refining, electronics and semiconductors, and life sciences.

“Customers are looking for technologies that help them do more with fewer resources while maintaining confidence in their operations. The Rosemount 9000 Series Magnetic Flow Meter delivers intelligent diagnostics, simplified operation and trusted measurement performance that help users improve reliability, reduce maintenance effort and make better decisions,” said Bob Halgren, vice president products with Emerson’s measurement instrumentation business.

New features include: •Advanced diagnostics •Built-in Smart Meter Verification •Enhanced sensor design •A universal power supply and configurable outputs

Advanced diagnostics drive smarter decisions and reduce downtime by enabling proactive maintenance and faster troubleshooting. Diagnostics include coated electrode detection, tunable empty pipe detection, smart fluid diagnostic and five standard logs (totaliser, audit trail, alert, security and Smart Meter Verification™, Emerson’s proprietary diagnostic software). Together, these and other diagnostics help users identify coating build-up, electrical noise, empty pipe conditions and other issues to reduce false readings and improve process reliability.

Built-in Smart Meter Verification enhances user confidence by verifying meter health and measurement performance, all without removing the sensor from service or halting operations. Standard built-in verification provides pass/fail diagnostics, including sensor health checks, while the advanced verification option adds detailed electrode and coil health data with historical logging. These features enable faster troubleshooting, support regulatory compliance and reduce calibration costs to help ensure reliable flow data in critical processes.

Enhanced sensor design improves accuracy and long-term stability to deliver consistent, high-quality measurements in demanding applications. Design improvements include advanced magnetics design, optimised sensor construction, redesigned housing, intrinsically safe wiring, and 50% reduction in power requirements. The result is stronger, more stable signals for up to four times better out-of-the-box performance.

A universal power supply simplifies installation and eliminates configuration errors to reduce set-up time and the risk of incorrect wiring. The meter can accept either AC or DC power for flexible deployment across global sites and retrofit scenarios, all without requiring reordering or reconfiguration.

Configurable outputs enable flexible integration and simplify commissioning by adapting to a wide range of control system requirements. With support for analogue, digital and pulse outputs, plus user-defined scaling, alert mapping and fail-safe behaviour, the meter helps reduce commissioning time, minimise wiring errors and maintain compatibility with both legacy and modern systems.

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Outstanding performance in electronic components.

Anglia Components, one of Europe’s longest-established, independent, authorised distributors of electronic components, has won the Eaton Electronics Division’s UK Distribution Partner Award 2025, in recognition of outstanding performance for the Eaton Electronics Division component product range.

Presenting the award, Stefan Busse, Eaton’s EMEA Distribution Manager said: “This achievement truly highlights the dedication and expertise demonstrated by the Anglia Components team in the UK. Your commitment to excellence, partnership, and consistently delivering exceptional results has set a remarkable standard. This milestone is a testament to the hard work and collaboration of the entire team. Thank you for your continued efforts and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.”

Replying, John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director added: “It’s an honour to receive this prestigious award. At Anglia we work very hard to build and grow real, effective partnerships with our supplier partners, and this award is a vindication of this philosophy.”

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Source-to-rack direct current portfolio for Ai data centres.

Helps maximise energy efficiency and reduce physical footprint, alongside DC power distribution and protection technologies to enhance overall system performance.

Infinitus is a portfolio of direct current (DC) solutions designed to manage the increasing power demands of Ai data centres from ABB. The portfolio accelerates the adoption of DC architectures in data centers improving energy efficiency and reducing power infrastructure footprint, while increasing available computing capacity. ABB expects other energy-intensive industries to make the same transition.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects global data center electricity demand to more than double by 2030 and ABB estimates that approximately 25-40% of new capacity installed in 2030 could be using DC distribution. Next-generation Ai chips are expected to draw 1 MW per rack and beyond, an increase from today’s almost 200 kW, requiring a shift to DC architecture that can support performance while driving energy efficiency. With 800 VDC distribution, the footprint is more compact while eliminating redundant conversion steps and cutting heat losses of conventional alternating current (AC) systems. A recent BCG / ABB report calculated that DC distribution delivers energy efficiency gains of more than 5% and increases available space for compute racks. For a 500MW data center, a 5% efficiency gain can mean 25 MW more power for revenue-generating IT loads and more than US $300 million (€232m) in potential additional revenue per year. With 5% efficiency gains for a 500 MW data center campus, the energy savings over one year would be equivalent to powering Washington D.C. for almost a full week.

Giampiero Frisio, President of ABB’s Electrification business area, said: “ABB has pioneered DC technology for more than 25 years across several segments. We are working closely with chipmakers, hyperscale customers, supply partners and industry bodies to set the standards and the pace for the roll-out of high-efficiency DC architectures. Infinitus is the first portfolio providing the building blocks for any data center architecture - either DC native or hybrid AC/ DC - to power next-generation Ai chips efficiently. This technology will bring similar energy efficiency gains to other energy-intensive industries such as large scale manufacturing, renewables and marine operations.”

Infinitus is the industry's first integrated source-to-rack DC portfolio. At its core is ABB’s breakthrough Infinitus solid-state transformer technology, enabling sites to operate with a smaller footprint and greater energy efficiency. As the only major electrification supplier with both the world's first fully IEC-certified solid-state circuit breaker and an industry-first static medium-voltage UPS in production, ABB delivers a breadth of technology unmatched in the market. 

ABB’s Infinitus DC portfolio includes five key building blocks:

• Medium Voltage Powertrains deliver stable resilient power from the grid or on-site generation;
• DC Sources and Power Quality converts AC to DC removing conversion from white space;
• DC Power Distribution delivers power safely and reliably, enabling higher power density in a smaller footprint;
• DC Power Protection provides protection for operators, iI servers and hardware from DC overcurrents;
• Cooling Optimisation reduces energy consumption across grey and white space with DC connected variable speed drives and motors.

ABB works with customers to design solutions tailored to their specific power demands, facility layout, and energy mix. This partnership approach ensures each deployment is optimised for maximum efficiency and reliability. The Infinitus portfolio complements traditional AC systems with DC flexibility that supports customers across all power architectures while also enabling unprecedented efficiency, reliability, and scalability for AI-era data centers.

For next-generation data centers, this integrated architecture enables the high-density, high-efficiency power delivery that future Ai chips demand. With a number of main components produced in the next twelve months, the first DC-native facilities using the complete Infinitus portfolio are expected to be installed and operational within two to three years.

The portfolio launch extends support for ABB's continued collaboration with NVIDIA, first announced in October 2025, to develop 800 VDC power architectures for gigawatt-scale Ai facilities. ABB brings more than 25 years of DC experience and over 700 patents spanning renewables, power generation, energy storage, motors and drives.

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Expanded Beam Optical (EBO) connector.

Advances ultra-dense, eye-safe optical interconnects for next-generation Ai data Centres.

The VersaBeam Mini, an ultra-compact, 16-fiber Expanded Beam Optical (EBO) connector that solves critical space, thermal and maintenance challenges in high-density Ai and hyperscale networks has been introduced by Molex. Building on the award-winning Molex VersaBeam EBO interconnect family, VersaBeam Mini combines expanded beam performance with a Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) to deliver the density required for next-generation Ai data centres and networking without compromising serviceability, safety or network uptime.

“As optical densities per rack grow exponentially, network architects are hitting hard physical walls in both scale-up GPU clusters and scale-out network fabrics,” said Trevor Smith, general manager, Optical Connectivity, Molex. “With VersaBeam Mini, we are providing a ‘less is more’ solution that pairs a VSFF footprint with zero-touch EBO technology, delivering less contamination risk, reduced downtime and a smaller blast radius without needing specialised technical expertise.”

Architectural agility and operational flexibility.
Designed for space-constrained co-packaged optics (CPO), optical backbones and front-panel switch applications, VersaBeam Mini packs 16 fibers into an ultra-compact 3.5 x 9 mm footprint. This precise form factor delivers a 3x density improvement over VersaBeam 16 connectivity, letting network architects scale up to 3,456 fibers in a standard 1RU panel. By maximising front-panel real estate while simplifying internal routing, VersaBeam Mini effectively addresses the ultimate bottlenecks in Ai data centre hardware—physical space on the panel and inside the chassis. In addition, support for 16-fiber granularity results in a 9x reduction in blast radius. This empowers technicians to isolate, re-route or hot-swap specific 16-channel lanes.

Additionally, an optional mass-insertion capability allows technicians to engage up to 9 VersaBeam Mini connectors (144 fibers total) with a single push. This unique feature accelerates turn-up speed during initial rack deployment, while preserving granular 16-channel serviceability later on. Molex maintains full 1RU packing density, enabling a modular approach to scaling and servicing ports without operational trade-offs.

VersaBeam Mini streamlines optical assembly for switch OEMs while removing operational hazards for field technicians. Leveraging the groove-based design of the 3M™ EBO Ferrule, VersaBeam Mini eliminates the need for guide pins and holes. This facilitates the use of high-speed robotic pick-and-place equipment to boost factory throughput during cable assembly. The need for fewer parts also translates into streamlined supply chain management and an overall reduction in bill of materials (BOM) costs.

Since its launch in 2025, the Molex VersaBeam EBO portfolio has been recognised for zero-touch EBO reliability, which expands the beam between connectors to reduce sensitivity to dust and debris. This dramatically lowers requirements for frequent cleaning and inspection, slashing deployment and maintenance overhead by up to 85% while enabling general technicians to service links without specialised optical equipment. Inherent laser eye safety helps protect field personnel from hazards during routine maintenance and system upgrades.

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European resource for automation and robotics.

New customer experience and innovation hub for Stuttgart (D).

A new Automation & Robotics Centre has been opened by Delta in Stuttgart (D), reinforcing its commitment to advancing intelligent robotics and supporting the digital transformation of manufacturing across Europe.

The new centre serves as a dedicated customer experience, demonstration and collaboration hub, providing customers, partners and system integrators with the opportunity to explore Delta's latest robotics technologies and intelligent automation solutions. Through live demonstrations and application showcases, visitors can experience how Delta's integrated robotics ecosystem helps manufacturers increase productivity, improve flexibility and accelerate their smart manufacturing journey.

"The opening of our Automation & Robotics centre marks another important milestone in Delta's long-term commitment to innovation and customer collaboration in Europe," said Michael Mayer-Rosa, Head of Intelligent Robot Systems at Delta Electronics EMEA. "By bringing our robotics technologies closer to customers, we can demonstrate how intelligent automation, advanced robotics and integrated manufacturing solutions enable companies to address today's production challenges while preparing for the factories of tomorrow."

The opening ceremony brought together customers, partners, industry representatives and Delta experts to celebrate the inauguration of the new facility. Guests participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, keynote presentations and guided tours of the centre, where they experienced live demonstrations of Delta's robotics portfolio, including its D-Bot collaborative robot solutions, as well as integrated automation technologies designed for a wide range of industrial applications. Among the showcased applications were a collaborative palletising solution, a material flow demonstration featuring the D-Bot DC20 and DC30 working together, and a robotic dry welding application, highlighting the flexibility and versatility of Delta's collaborative robotics platform.

The event also featured a keynote presentation by Peter Fröschle, Managing Director of ARENA2036, who shared insights into the future of intelligent manufacturing and highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry, research and technology partners in driving innovation. This is a Stuttgart-based research campus and innovation platform that brings together industry and academia to shape the future of mobility and production. Delta Electronics joined the ARENA2036 network in 2025, further strengthening its collaboration with the regional innovation ecosystem.

Located in one of Europe's leading industrial regions, the Delta Automation & Robotics centre spans approximately 600 m² and is supported by a local engineering team of around 7 specialists. The facility serves as a platform for technology demonstrations, proof-of-concept development, customer workshops, technical training and application engineering, enabling closer collaboration with customers and partners throughout every stage of their automation journey.

The new centre further strengthens Delta's position as a trusted partner for industrial automation by combining local engineering expertise with the company's global innovation capabilities. It also reflects Delta's continued investment in Germany as a strategic location for developing and demonstrating next-generation automation technologies that help manufacturers build more efficient, flexible and sustainable factories.

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