Leuze bets on supercapacitors to boost scanner efficiency and cut battery waste

German sensor manufacturer Leuze is betting on supercapacitor technology to improve the efficiency of industrial hand-held scanners, as logistics operators look for faster charging, lighter devices, and reduced environmental impact. The company said its IT 1960 series now incorporates so-called…

Unlock the state of Industrial IoT 2025

How leading OEMs are solving device lifecycle management challenges Industrial IoT is accelerating, but nearly 50% of product launches are delayed due to software, security, and compliance hurdles. For IoT product managers, the stakes are high: faster time-to-market, secure connected…

Celona launches Cloud-controlled private 5G platform

Celona announced the launch and immediate availability of AerFlex; the industry’s first Cloud-controlled, access point (AP)-only private 5G solution. It is built to simplify and accelerate enterprise adoption, as well as eliminate the need for on-site servers and complex integrations.…

NODE Robotics builds software that makes mobile robots easier

The global mobile robotics market was valued at $25 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at 20.7% CAGR by 2030, according to Grand View Research. However, in order for this market to be allowed to continue to grow,…

Aras and BellaDati partner on product lifecycle management

Aras and BellaDati, a provider of IoT and analytics platforms, have announced a partnership to allow manufacturers to strengthen the digital thread, drive operational efficiency, and improve service outcomes. This collaboration brings real-time IoT and analytics into the digital thread,…

Q&A: Stéphane Daeuble from Nokia discusses digital transformation

A focus on digital transformation for enterprise customers in the last 13 years has given Nokia a clear understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing companies operating in the industrial sector, said Stéphane Daeuble, Head of Marketing – Enterprise Solutions…

Yearly analysis shows dominance of industrial Ethernet

HMS Networks has released its yearly analysis of the industrial network market, revealing key trends and developments. After an exceptional surge in 2023, the market experienced a slight slowdown in 2024, with a decrease of approximately 10–11% in newly installed…

Addverb and Infineon incorporate BLE communication into robots

Addverb has announced its partnership with Infineon Technologies, incorporating Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-based communication systems into Addverb’s robotic fleet to address critical safety concerns. It reflects Addverb’s commitment to enhancing safety protocols and developing scalable robotics capabilities, fostering an adaptable…

The critical role of uptime in Industrial IoT

By Iain Davidson, Senior Product Manager, Wireless Logic The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is not just transforming manufacturing, supply chain management and industrial processes – it’s rewriting the rules of efficiency and competitiveness. Factories that once relied on isolated,…

Transforming industrial automation with advanced unmanaged switches

By Wesley Chen, IIoT Product Sales Manager – Industrial Connectivity and Wireless, Advantech As Ethernet becomes more prevalent in industrial settings, industrial Ethernet switches have become essential for connecting equipment and enabling efficient automation. Offering scalability and improved performance, these…