PROCESS: Issue 8/25, Publishing Date 18.11.2025 with Special Decentralized Automation (PLC)

PROCESS 008/2025
PD: 18.11.25
AC: 24.10.25
PPC: 30.10.25

Circulation: 24,100 copies

Special: Decentralized Automation

Decentralized automation opens up exciting opportunities for operators in the process industry to increase flexibility and efficiency in production. At the same time, however, it also presents some challenges. How do you master the integration into existing infrastructures and deal with security aspects? In the special, discover practical solutions and innovative approaches that optimize your processes and strengthen your competitiveness.

Plant construction/engineering: engineering software, CAD systems, CAE systems, simulation, large-scale plant construction
Automation/MSR technology: drive technology, frequency converters, gears, couplings, digitization, Industry 4.0, AI, MSR technology, sensors, process analytics, weighing technology, process control technology, operational control technology, communication, interface technology, connection technology, HMI, operating & monitoring
Explosion protection/safety technology: fire protection, explosion protection, pressure relief Hazardous goods handling, safety & security, gas warning systems, occupational safety, protective equipment, protective clothing
Food/beverage technology: systems, equipment and components in hygienic design, industrial hygiene, IT, software, automation, robotics, food process engineering, material handling
Special: Decentralized automation: Modularization of systems, Modular automation, MTP, Flexible production, Intelligent components, Decentralized control technology, Fieldbus systems, IO-Link
Fluid technology: pumps, valves, fittings, actuators, positioners, sealing technology, vacuum technology
Process engineering: filter technology, separation technology, crushing, atomizing, storing, filling, emptying, mixing, stirring, kneading, agglomerating, bulk material handling, conveyor technology, dosing technology