SINDEX Bern – Focus on automation and industry

SINDEX in Bern is a trade fair for automation and industry aimed at a technical audience from the fields of production, development and plant engineering. Manufacturers of automation technology, system integrators, machine builders and users meet in the Swiss capital to to discuss solutions for networked production environments. The event is considered one of the central platforms for industrial automation in Switzerland. Bern is located in the heart of the country and is easily accessible for companies from various regions. Switzerland has a highly diversified industry, ranging from precision mechanics and medical technology to food production. SINDEX picks up on this diversity and brings together technologies that make production processes more efficient more efficient, flexible and transparent.

Automation as a key technology

Automation is no longer limited to individual manufacturing cells. It permeates entire production chains. SINDEX presents components and systems ranging from sensor technology and control systems to complex complete solutions. Typical exhibition areas include:

• Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Industrial robots and collaborative systems
• Drive technology and motion control
• Sensors and industrial image processing
• Control cabinet and connection technology

Integrating these elements requires in-depth expertise. Modern industrial plants are highly networked. Data streams from machines, sensors and quality assurance systems are continuously recorded and evaluated. Automation not only serves productivity, but also process reliability.

Industry 4.0 and digital networking

Industrial digitalisation is a central theme at SINDEX. Industry 4.0 stands for the networking of machines, products and people. Solutions that collect and evaluate machine data in real time will be presented in Bern. The topics discussed will include:

• Machine data collection and monitoring
• Cloud and edge computing
• Cybersecurity in production networks
• Predictive maintenance

The evaluation of production data makes it possible to optimise maintenance intervals and reduce unplanned downtime. At the same time, data security requirements are increasing. Protecting sensitive production data is of central importance, especially in a highly export-oriented industry. SINDEX provides a framework for linking technical innovation with strategic issues. Companies discuss how digital technologies can be implemented step by step without destabilising existing processes.

SMEs and specialised industry

Swiss industry is strongly characterised by SMEs . Many companies are global leaders in niche markets. For them, automation is a tool for maintaining high levels of quality and efficiency. SINDEX is therefore aimed not only at large corporations, but also explicitly at small and medium-sized enterprises. In Bern, modular automation solutions are presented that can be adapted to different production sizes. Flexible production cells, scalable control systems and standardised interfaces facilitate implementation. This practical focus distinguishes the event from large international trade fairs.

Skills shortage and qualifications

Automation is changing the requirements for workers. While repetitive tasks are increasingly being automated, there is a growing need for specialists in programming, maintenance and system integration. SINDEX addresses this aspect and integrates topics related to training and further education. Universities and technical colleges present programmes that combine technical expertise with digital skills. Exchange between industry and educational institutions is crucial to securing long-term innovation. Automation and industry are not only technical disciplines, but also organisational challenges.

Bern as an industrial meeting place

Bern has a modern trade fair infrastructure and a central location within Switzerland. Good transport links make it easy for companies from different cantons and neighbouring countries to attend. SINDEX benefits from this position and attracts trade visitors from various branches of industry. SINDEX plays a clear role in the national context. While leading international trade fairs present global trends, this trade fair focuses on the specific needs of Swiss industry. This focus enables in-depth discussions and concrete project initiations. Automation and industry are facing profound changes. Digital networking, robotics and data-based control are shaping the production landscape. In Bern, these developments are bundled in a compact format. SINDEX thus offers a structured overview of technologies and strategies that are helping to shape Switzerland's industrial future.

Further information can be found on the organiser's website: www.sindex.ch