How AGV systems keep track
INTRALOGISTICS – When a wireless network is developed especially for this purpose, the supply of replenishments by AGV can be managed down to the last metre. Using the latest version, this is even possible for heterogeneous AGV/AMR fleets.
Source: GO>>ing (03/2026)
All-seeing wireless-based material replenishment – Sensor system for Vetter injection pen assembly
A compact product line, automated assembly processes with manual material feeds, disposal of empty containers and packaging: how to manage both staff capacity and material flow in such a way that assembly cells are always sufficiently – yet not excessively – supplied? Pharmaceutical service provider Vetter has found an answer.
Source: IT&Production (2/2026)
Making material flow transparent – Sensors in wireless networks
Combining sensors and a wireless network to create an automated material requisition system (AMS) makes in-house material flow transparent, even for non-inventory-managed articles.
Source: konstruktionspraxis (3/2026)
Remote foot controls – New additions to wireless switchgear range
They can be positioned wherever users like, and there is no risk of a person tripping over a cable on the shop floor. These are, in brief, the two key benefits of foot switches actuated via remote control rather than cable. The steute business division Controltec has now developed new wireless foot switch solutions for this growing niche market of human-machine interfaces: a universal series and a robust "specialist" designed specifically for the needs of a customer in the metalworking sector.
Source: MY FACTORY (02/2026)
RT-SDC in the OR of the future
For increased efficiency, flexibility and safety: Real-Time SDC (Service-oriented Device Connectivity, RT-SDC) expands the IEEE-11073-SDC family of standards to include real-time capability. Communication between medical devices and their controls becomes deterministic, reliable and interoperable.
Source: Elektronik medical (01/2026)
Information flow on the shop floor: closing the gap with wireless technology
Material flow made transparent – also for non-inventory-managed items. A wireless-based automated material requisition system (AMS) provides the solution and can also be used for other intralogistics tasks.
Source: etz (S4/2025)
Wireless sensor detects positions of clusters
Wireless connection to a robot gripper – the industrial engineers at Doncasters in Bochum have single-handedly realised this type of signal transmission. The wireless sensor signals the operational status of the gripper.
Source: konstruktionspraxis (11/2025)
Sensors now smart and wireless – New generation of wireless sensors with optimised power consumption and installation flexibility
Cabled sensors reach their limits in many applications involving robotics, toolmaking, mould design or handling technology. Wireless sensors can provide a flexible alternative – especially when they are self-calibrating with minimum energy input. A new sensor generation shows how this technology has developed, and which application fields it is opening up.
Source: A&D (11/2025)
Non-contact is better – Machine safety in dust Ex zones
Safety switches used in explosive environments have to meet two different complex sets of requirements: those for explosion protection, and those for machine safety. Engineers have the choice between different designs and different active principles. At the Powtech, the steute business division Controltec will be demonstrating the various available technologies – one of which plays a particularly prominent role.
Source: CITplus (09/2025)
Bin surveillance
MATERIALS REQUISITION – An automated wireless material requisition system (AMS) maintains an accurate overview of all stock in e.g. materials supermarkets and stations used in automotive manufacturing, as well as other intralogistics applications. Within this system, a range of wireless sensors developed specifically for such use cases detects pallets, load carriers and fill levels.
Source: GO>>ing (eMagazine Nr. 4/2025)
Keep on running… – Heavy-duty switchgear at the POWTECH TECHNOPHARM
Belt misalignment, belt rips or danger to persons: bulk goods conveyor systems harbour multiple potential risks that users should be aware of. At the POWTECH, steute will be showing highly efficient solutions and beneficial innovations.
Source: SCHÜTTGUT & PROZESS (04/2025)
Industrial Wireless for retrofit projects – Switches and sensors made easy
The greatest effort required when installing e.g. position switches or sensors on (already) existing machines is usually the laying of power and signalling cables. Read on to find out how wireless switching devices can make this task a great deal simpler.
Source: MY FACTORY (04/2025)