Features are carefully selected from across the website and magazine, these articles are contributed by a wide range of authors from across the sectors covered by Controls Drives & Automation, as well as the editorial team. Addressing the latest topics in terms of technological developments, legislation and industry issues
SOFTWARE-DEFINED automation is transforming industrial operations. Open container architectures decouple software from infrastructure, simplify deployment, strengthen cybersecurity, and create the foundation for scalable, interoperable, and AI-ready production environments, as Lukas Punzenberger explores
Wire harness assembly for the automotive industry has traditionally been manual. Now, Cellios is automating the process with a modular robotic system featuring MVTec MERLIC machine vision software
WHEN THE international automation industry gathers in Nuremberg from 24-26 November 2026, SPS – Smart Production Solutions will once again serve as the central meeting point for technological progress, practical experience, and professional dialogue.
ADOPTING AUTOMATION in a warehouse or manufacturing plant relies on uninterrupted communication and power delivery. Without these assurances, operators can’t expect their systems to work productively or efficiently.
