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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.
CYBER SECURITY has become one of the most audited and regulated areas of enterprise technology. However, simply passing an audit or achieving certification is not the same as proving that systems, people and processes can withstand a genuine outage or cyber incident.
CHRIS JOHNSON, explains why bearings can become critical points of failure and why embedding proactive maintenance strategies is essential for operational resilience.