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We, the Micro Technologies department of VDMA EMINT, would like to create a research guide for our members with relevant research institutes from the world of microtechnology. The aim is to give our members an overview of the research landscape and thus an easy tool for finding potential project partners.

Growth and cutting-edge technological solutions characterize the world's leading trade fair for machine vision / Record number of exhibitors and strong increase in visitors in 2024

Conversions of machines and systems - complex and profitable projects for mechanical engineering and an opportunity or necessity for the operator?

Digitalization and Industry 4.0 make many things seem easier and better, including improving processes in production. But this only becomes successful when viewed through the classic lens of lean management.

When people talk about the future of production, they can't do so without using the term "smart factory." But what is it? How does a smart factory work? And what does it have to do with OPC UA?

With the availability of frequencies in the 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz bands, the industry holds the key to exploiting the full potential of 5G.

The trade association started the development of Companion Specifications in the field of textile machinery in 2019. As the first project, the Compainon Specfication "OPC UA for Fibre & Yarn Testing Devices" has now been published as a Release Candidate.

The demands on industrial production continue to increase. Manufacturing Execution Systems can cover the entire processes here.

An unparalleled concentration of expertise - that's what the world's largest presentation forum for machine vision stands for. At the Industrial VISION Day you will find out about the latestes cutting-edge developments in the machine vision industry.

Flat glass can be processed into a variety of products. Therefore, the description of the production of flat glass containing products is manifold. The recipe specification for flat glass processing is intended to simplify this.

List of planned experience exchange events ("ERFA") from the North, VDMA Landesverband Nord and the AG Marine Equipment and Systems (MES).

Although expectations of artificial intelligence (AI) are high in industrial companies, it is still little used in production - especially in medium-sized companies. There is a lack of clarity, for example, when it comes to estimating the economic benefits, the applicability in the company's own production environment, and the collection and use of data.

How do you get started with this topic? Often, first projects are set up too large and complex and do not lead to a successful conclusion. Therefore, some questions should be answered before starting a project.

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology of the future, it has already arrived in the everyday life of many mechanical engineers. Machine learning solutions in particular are being implemented in various fields of application.

The use of AI is considered an important driver of innovation. Many companies are interested in it, but are still at the beginning with their experience. Prof. Claus Oetter, VDMA Software and Digitalization, explains what it takes to establish AI in a company.

More and more companies in mechanical and plant engineering are turning to artificial intelligence. Cooperation partners such as universities, IT service providers or start-ups are playing an increasingly important role.

Artificial intelligence is on everyone's lips - also in production. In addition to networking, the decisive success factor in such projects is also the structured processing of data. However, innovative technologies such as AI also require modern methods in development and implementation.

The goal is the continuous support of production processes in order to assist workers with detailed instructions and to increase quality and productivity.

Although the Corona pandemic has led to a lot of chaos and losses in companies in recent months, it also has a positive side effect: it gives digitalization a huge boost.

OPC UA for Machinery as a basic specification for mechanical engineering

VDMA Working Group Additive Manufacturing launches OPC UA activity

OPC UA is an important building block in defining the world language of production. Find out what the benefits and challenges are in the video of the panel discussion with experts from industry and the OPC Foundation.

The application of artificial intelligence in mechanical engineering is the topic of the Industry Podcast. Talking partners are: Dr. Jens Ottnad from TRUMPF Maschinenbau and Johannes Behrends from MVTec Software.