In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, connectivity is no longer just a convenience—it’s the backbone of efficient, intelligent operations. From factory floors to remote infrastructure, robust industrial networks and communications ensure seamless data flow, real-time monitoring, and secure control of critical systems. At TE Automation, we specialise in delivering German-engineered solutions known for their precision, […]
Industrial Automation is rapidly evolving, and secure data exchange between control systems has never been more important. In this project, we demonstrate how the MQTT.box from German manufacturer Wiesemann & Theis (W&T) enables secure communication between an AutomationDirect PLC and an AutomationDirect HMI, even when they operate on two completely separate network segments. The […]
Bringing Legacy USB Devices into the Network Age: transfer.box LAN-USB (53763) In today’s increasingly connected industrial environments, one common challenge remains: how to integrate legacy equipment that relies solely on USB for data transfer into modern network infrastructures. The transfer.box LAN-USB (Part No. 53763) offers a simple yet powerful solution—bridging the gap between standalone USB […]
In today’s fast-evolving industrial landscape, reliable connectivity and smart automation are no longer optional—they’re essential. W&T (Wiesemann & Theis) continues to lead the way with innovative networking solutions designed to simplify industrial communication, enhance system reliability, and future-proof operations. At TE Automation, we’re excited to highlight one of the standout developments from W&T that is […]
– BlitzFunk at LOSYCO in Automotive Production – Background LOSYCO GmbH is a specialist in industrial conveyor technology and material flow solutions. For the production line of a major German automotive manufacturer, a total of 23 rail-guided vehicles (RGVs) were deployed, each centrally controlled and responsible for transporting a vehicle through various processing stations. The […]
In modern factories and industrial environments, every millisecond counts. Reliable, low-latency wireless networks are the backbone of safe, flexible, and efficient operations. Real-time WLAN enables ultra-low latency, high-reliability communication for critical control and safety systems – from machine coordination to emergency stops. It brings mobility, flexibility, and safety to operations – all without the limitations […]
BlitzFunk is an industrial grade real-time WLAN system for highly reliable switched Ethernet communication with consistent low latency in the millisecond range. A BlitzFunk network consists of access points and clients. It serves as a drop-in replacement for existing wired installations and enables high-mobility applications like automated guided vehicles, mobile robots, overhead cranes, and other dynamic […]
– BlitzFunk at Demag Cranes & Components Germany – Background Demag Cranes & Components is part of Konecranes, a global leader in industrial bridge cranes, crane components, and material handling services. To enhance crane efficiency, safety, and ergonomics, Demag is advancing the development and research of innovative crane assistance features, such as automated operator following […]
SPE: The new Ethernet standard for building technology and Industry 4.0 Single Pair Ethernet – or “SPE” for short – is the new, much sought-after Ethernet standard for digitalized industry and the Internet of Things. And SPE also offers exciting prospects for building technology: Because SPE promises unhindered communication between two areas which have so […]
“Legacy OT (Operational Technology) equipment such as controllers, monitoring devices, analysers, that gather data from site assets and communicate to the monitoring servers such as SCADA systems, were based on serial communications. They employed serial ports as means of comms channel/connection to the systems. With the advancement in OT networking, serial communication has now become […]
