NORD now offers digital twins for system development. Based on a myNORD configuration, it is now possible to request individually created drive systems as simulation models. This allows engineers to verify early in the planning phase whether the drive concept is suitable for the system. Virtual commissioning significantly reduces the project time - even for complex systems.

Inovance provided visitors at SPS 2025 with the first European preview of its versatile new INO AIR real-time servo control solution with wireless technology. The Inovance stand also featured demonstrations of the company's Total Automation Solution in action, covering the full range of connected industrial automation technologies.

1925 marked the year entrepreneur Carl Norgren revolutionised engineering by beginning work on what would become the world's first inline lubricator, shortly after founding the company.

This year, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS accomplished the comprehensive relaunch of the central myNORD customer portal. The digital self-service solution focuses on an efficient and transparent procurement process. On the way to an innovative and interactive e-commerce platform, the drive experts added further features to the online tool.

Gravity-loaded axes in robotics applications must be safe. At SPS 2025, mayr power transmission showed the new generation of ROBA topstop safety brakes make this possible in smart environments.

Interlock manufacturer Fortress Safety has obtained IO-Link Safety conformance certification, as well as functional safety certification, from TUV SUD on one of its devices. This milestone marks the successful integration of IO-Link Safety into the tGard product range, offering a new level of flexibility in safety data communication and industrial connectivity.

Kollmorgen has released a new servo drive and motor, designed to simplify motion system development and speed-up time to market. The new Kollmorgen Essentials servo system, distributed in the UK by motion specialist INMOCO, includes a matched drive and motor combination with integrated absolute multi-turn feedback and single-cable integration.

Delta will showcase its latest industrial automation solutions and collaborative robotics (cobots) at SPS - Smart Production Solutions 2025. A major highlight is the new set of SIL3-certified safety modules with FSoE support to the AX5 platform for distributed safety control for human-machine collaboration in warehouse and logistics, woodworking, packaging, and food and beverage applications.

Aerotech is expanding its Automation1 platform with the Automation1-HXA4 and Automation1-iHXA4 hexapod models. These compact devices enable the complete integration of six-axis motion systems into existing control environments.

Rollon announces the launch of the HGT-MG telescopic rail, an extension of its HGT product range. The new version integrates a redesigned ball cage and synchronisation magnets, delivering enhanced load management, smoother extension, and improved durability.