Focus on open automation and digital solutions that reduce complexity and enhance system performance.

Nuremberg, Germany, November 12, 2024 – Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management, and automation, will offer a sneak peek into its upcoming innovations for 2025 at the highly-anticipated SPS Fair. This event will serve as a platform to introduce groundbreaking advancements in automation technology that are set to redefine industry standards.

The focus of Schneider Electric's showcase at SPS, (Hall 1 Booth 540) will revolve around automation and digital solutions that are specifically designed to reduce complexity, enhance system performance, and create open interfaces for seamless integration of pioneering software solutions.

Reinforcing its commitment to software-defined, open automation, Schneider Electric is continuing to support its customers' digital transformation and ability to innovate through a single, scalable industrial automation environment. This evolution will enable industrial companies to embrace cutting-edge technologies like EcoStruxure Automation Expert, increasing scope for IT/OT integration whilst protecting their existing investments.

This single, multi-user environment unifies applications for continuous, hybrid and discrete processes, linking event-based and cyclic execution models while supporting digital continuity across the asset lifecycle to achieve new levels of agility, efficiency and reliability.  

Key innovations for 2025 include:

·The Modicon M660 is an advanced Industrial PC (IPC) Motion controller that combines precision motion control, safety features, and edge computing functionalities within a single device. This integrated approach enables seamless integration of control, data processing, and communication in any applications where real-time control, low latency, and immediate decision-making are crucial.

·Modicon Edge I/O NTS: is a future ready unified I/O solution tailored for data aggregation. With its distributed IP20 design, it provides a diverse range of options to accommodate various applications within a single I/O family, ensuring adaptability and future readiness. Modicon Edge I/O NTS seamlessly integrates with our platforms, setting us apart as I/O specialists by providing a unified, comprehensive solution that ensures unparalleled interoperability and efficiency.

·Altivar Process ATV6100: Schneider Electric has expanded its Altivar Medium Voltage Drives with the introduction of Altivar Process ATV6100. This new addition, designed for Mining, Minerals & Metals (MMM), Energy & Chemicals (E&C), and Water/Wastewater (WWW) industries, features a more compact footprint and optimised design.

·The Lexium 38i is a compact solution for decentralized motion control systems, integrating drive and motor with servo and stepper technology into a single unit. Engineered for energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Lexium 38i integrated drive offers higher power density than market references within a small footprint, also featuring integrated safety, and flexibility for low voltage devices with an output power of up to 1.2 kW.

·The Lexium Scara is a high-speed industrial robot designed for diverse industries like battery manufacturing, electronics, warehousing, and consumer packaging. The robot offers fast and precise movements, making it ideal for tasks such as machine loading and unloading, pick-and-place, assembly and material handling applications.

·EcoStruxure Edge compute ecosystem: is a complete edge compute apps ecosystem with an Edge Manager for centralized deployment and monitoring across multiple hardware devices. It operates with Linux-based Edge Runtime, delivering fast and efficient deployment through zero-touch automatic on-boarding.

·CONNECT: The continued evolution of CONNECT enables new levels of innovation. AVEVA further expands the CONNECT platform with a broad range of new use cases such as data sharing, digital twin visualisation and AI and Analytics, in support of its extensive partner ecosystem. When it comes to design, teams can now move from sequential workflows to real-time collaboration and community data sharing via CONNECT, reducing discrepancies and accelerating innovation.

·SEE Electrical 3D Panel, an ETAP Software, revolutionises the way of designing and manufacturing electrical cabinets, switchboards and panels. It allows you to design and manufacture electrical cabinets by using a professional and intuitive interface using data from electrical projects made in SEE Electrical software or from any other electrical CAD systems.

Speaking at the upcoming showcase, Ali Haj Fraj, SVP Digital Factory at Schneider Electric, expressed enthusiasm about the company's commitment to driving technological advancements. "We are excited to provide a glimpse into our future-ready innovations at the SPS Fair. Our 2025 offerings embody our dedication to empowering businesses with automation solutions that are not only cutting-edge but also help them to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape."

The SPS Fair will serve as an exclusive opportunity for industry professionals to witness Schneider Electric's vision for the future of automation and engage with the company's experts to gain valuable insights into the next generation in automation technology.  

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