Videos and articles on industry, production and technology
Technological developments are rapidly shaping industrial production. Contributions from the industrial sector show how machines, systems, and processes are being further developed – from manufacturing to automated control.
Developments in manufacturing, automation and industrial digitalization
Urraco Evo for flexible material flows in recycling
Today’s recycling plants must handle a wide variety of material streams. Wood, end-of-life tyres, mixed scrap, aluminium, cables, plastic canisters and oil tanks each place their o... Quick-change system for tyres, scrap metal and other materials
Autonomous robotics for industrial plants and outdoor areas
In industry, autonomous robotics is often still associated with clearly demarcated indoor environments. Many systems work reliably on marked indoor routes, but reach their limits a... Robots also for use in complex outdoor areas
Wima improves classification of moist materials
At first glance, screening technology often seems unspectacular. In many systems, its task appears to be simply to separate material according to size. In practice, however, the qu... Separating moist or sticky material by size
DiscSpreader automove improves sorting in recycling
In recycling plants, the quality of sorting is not only determined at the actual separator. Even before that, the material must be prepared in such a way that downstream systems ca... Increase sorting quality through preparatory process stage
Shredding of end-of-life tyres using rotary shears in plants
The shredding of end-of-life tyres is one of the unassuming yet central processes of modern circular economy. Tyres are durable products, but at the same time difficult to dispose ... Processes in modern tyre recycling
AI infrastructure in data centres: cooling and power supply
AI infrastructure is growing rapidly, yet it remains invisible to many users. Whilst applications are becoming increasingly prevalent in everyday life, the actual processing power ... Rittal: Understanding infrastructure as an integrated system
Configurable cantilever handling as a system for applications
In industrial automation, the focus is increasingly shifting from rigid individual components to flexibly configurable system solutions. Configurable cantilever handling is an exam... Flexible system solutions in industrial automation
Refractory products for the glass industry and battery cells
Refractory materials are rarely the centre of attention when talking about glass production, battery cells or industrial high-temperature processes. Yet the stability, process reli... Refractory materials for extreme temperatures
Exoskeleton S700 with data cable in industrial use
Exoskeletons are one of the most visible developments in the industrial working environment. They intervene directly in the physical strain of skilled workers and push the boundari... Reducing physical strain in industrial working environments
Agile ONE humanoid robot for industrial systems
Industrial robotics is in a phase of fundamental expansion. While traditional industrial robots specialise in clearly defined, repetitive tasks, the focus is increasingly shifting ... Industrial robotics in the expansion phase
Quality control for plates in crockery production
Surface defects, dark spots, flaking or small flaws in the material can impair usability and at the same time reduce the visual quality. This is precisely where the system presente... Reliably detect defects in the material
Circuit-breaker 3QD2 for DC systems
The development of modern energy infrastructures is currently visibly shifting towards direct current. What was long considered a special application is increasingly becoming the f... Development of modern energy infrastructures
Multifunctional tester for electrical tests with AI
In the industrial testing of electrical components, quality is not only determined by the design, but also by the reliability of the measurement processes. Industrial testing of electrical components
Cell culture automation reduces costs in biotechnology
The production of cells for medical applications is considered one of the most promising approaches in modern medicine. At the same time, it is one of the most cost-intensive proce... Production of cells for medical applications
Precision in ceramic and carbide powder pressing
Anyone who manufactures components from ceramics, carbide or other powdered materials is working at a delicate interface between material behaviour, tool technology and process rel... Manufacturing components from powdered materials
Exhaust gas measurement for efficiency and control during operation
Wherever combustion takes place, exhaust gases are produced. This applies to heating systems in buildings as well as industrial processes with high thermal loads. What can be measu... Energy efficiency through modern measurement technology
Automation solutions for industrial processes
Industrial companies are increasingly turning to automation to increase efficiency, safety, and precision in production. At trade fairs, companies showcase solutions for process control, machine networking, and quality assurance. Modular systems, integrated robot solutions, and smart sensor technology for industrial use are presented.
- Robotics for material handling and assembly
- Sensor-based systems for process monitoring
- Automated testing and inspection systems
- Software solutions for production planning and control
- Edge computing and IoT platforms for real-time analysis
Materials and manufacturing technologies in industrial change
Whether lightweight construction, 3D printing, or special materials – industry is investing in new materials and innovative processes to make products more sustainable, lighter, or more durable. Messe.TV features articles on developments in additive manufacturing as well as materials with functional properties.
- Metal and plastics processing with new processes
- Additive manufacturing for prototyping and series production
- Coating technologies for protection and durability
- High-performance materials with temperature- or pressure-resistant properties
Energy efficiency and resource-saving industrial plants
Industrial companies are faced with the challenge of making production processes not only economical but also sustainable. Energy management, heat recovery, and intelligent control technology play a central role in this.
- Industrial heat pump systems
- Recovery systems for process waste heat
- Real-time energy consumption monitoring
- Technologies for reducing CO₂ emissions
Safety technology and industrial protection systems
Industrial environments have high requirements for protection and safety. Whether for machine operation, building infrastructure, or IT, the solutions presented show how modern technology minimizes risks and secures work processes.
- Safety fences and access controls
- Personnel recognition and emergency stop systems
- Protective enclosures for hazardous work areas
- IT security in networked production environments
Maintenance, retrofitting, and industrial service concepts
Maintenance and repair are among the central tasks in industry—not only to prevent breakdowns, but also to extend the service life of systems. Numerous suppliers present modular concepts, sensor solutions, and digital tools for predictive maintenance.
- Sensors for condition monitoring
- Cloud-based maintenance systems
- Retrofit solutions for older machines
- Remote maintenance via secure remote access
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