Edmund Optics expands its range with Ocean Optics spectrometers
Edmund Optics has entered into a new partnership with Ocean Optics and now offers a selection of premium spectrometers via its online store.
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Merger strengthens Bruker Alicona as the headquarters of Bruker Austria
Bruker Alicona has merged with Bruker Austria, making Raaba/Graz the headquarters.
Softbank acquires ABB's robotics business
The Softbank Group has reached a definitive agreement to acquire ABB's robotics business.
Topping-out ceremony for extension in Aurich
Nord Drivesystems celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the extension at the Aurich site on August 22, 2025.
Process automation: slight growth in incoming orders in 2025
Incoming orders for measurement technology and process automation grew in the low single-digit percentage range worldwide between January and September 2025.
Successful all about automation in Chemnitz
With 239 exhibitors and 2,714 trade visitors, the trade fair recorded strong growth compared to the previous year.
Fujitsu and AIST collaborate on quantum technologies
The aim is to strengthen Japan's international competitiveness in quantum technology
New educational partnership between Bodensee-Schule and ifm
The Bodensee-Schule St. Martin in Friedrichshafen has entered into an educational partnership with ifm, which is intended to provide students with guidance when starting their careers.
Embedded World NA: Keynote Speakers announced
The keynote stage will feature two visionary leaders who are shaping the future of embedded technology and driving innovation in the industry.
Global boom in service robots
Global sales of professional service robots rose by 9% to just under 200,000 units, driven by the shortage of skilled workers and demographic change.
Partnership between Laser 2000 and LaserAtWork
Laser 2000 has entered into a strategic partnership with the Austrian company LaserAtWork.
Neura Robotics takes over EK Robotics
The takeover is the result of the debtor-in-possession restructuring proceedings. In future, EK Robotics will operate under the name Neura Mobile Robotics GmbH.
Siemens and machine manufacturers launch data alliance for AI in manufacturing
Siemens has formed alliances to promote data exchange for AI applications in industrial manufacturing.
New Managing Director of the VDI Materials Engineering Society introduced
Daniel Schröder has headed VDI-GME since September 1, 2025, succeeding Dr. Hans-Jürgen Schäfer.
Worldwide doubling of factory robots in ten years
In 2024, 542,000 new robots were installed, with Asia accounting for the largest share at 74%.
Agile Robots takes over Idealworks completely
The company has acquired the remaining shares in the BMW Group spin-off and now holds 100 percent of the company.
IPF strengthens its sales team in southern Germany
Dr. Thomas Reitberger is the new application specialist in IPF's sales department for southern Bavaria and parts of Baden-Württemberg.
Zimmer Group expands to Sweden
The Zimmer Group has established a subsidiary in Ängelholm, Sweden
Hans Beckhoff receives the German Mechanical Engineering Award 2025
The founder of Beckhoff Automation is successful with PC-based control systems.
ANSI and A3 publish revised R15.06 industrial robot safety standard
The standards have been considerably extended to take account of technological progress.
Cooperation for high-speed drive solutions
Sieb & Meyer enters into a strategic partnership with SKF Magnetic Mechatronics in France.
PhotonicsViews September 2025 available now!
The new issue of the PhotonicsViews is available. Read the September 2025 issue for free as PDF or E-Paper.
United Robotics Group restructures
The company focuses on the healthcare industry and innovation.
Debra Phillips gives keynote
The NEMA President and CEO will Headline SPS Atlanta 2025 with High-Impact Keynote: “Powering the Electric Future”
Single Pair Ethernet Pavilion to Debut at SPS Atlanta 2025
Connectivity technologies for Industry 4.0 will be presented at the inaugural U.S. edition of SPS, featuring top industry leaders and live demonstrations.
A New Era of Smart Manufacturing Begins
The inaugural SPS – Smart Production Solutions Atlanta starts soon, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the SPS brand.
Qioptiq Photonics becomes Excelitas Germany
The renaming is part of the global consolidation of the Excelitas Group.
Active Silicon appoints new General Manager
The company has appointed Brian O'Connell as its new general manager.
TKH SpectroNet Collaboration Conference in the Netherlands
On September 17 and 18, the TKH SpectroNet Collaboration Conference will take place in Zoetermeer, Netherlands.
Baumer acquires force sensor specialist
The company is strengthening its position in force and strain measurement by acquiring Swiss company X-Sensors AG, a specialist in high-precision sensors.
20 years of Bernstein Safe Solutions in China
The company celebrates its branch in Taicang as a model of success.
Realman opens data training center for humanoid robotics
The company has opened a data training center for humanoid robotics in Beijing to accelerate the transition of robots from laboratories to everyday life and industry.
Mitutoyo and Nemera are working more closely together
The partnership with Mitutoyo enables Nemera to standardize measurement technology software and hardware at all locations worldwide.
Jumo focuses on sustainability and energy efficiency
Jumo has received EMAS certification, an important EU environmental management certificate that goes beyond ISO 14001.
