Press Room

B&R presents its new Compact-S family of controllers within the X20 system. The new controllers combine 2 previously conflicting characteristics: They are both powerful and compact.

At this year's SPS IPC Drives, B&R is introducing a new generation of swing arm HMI that raises the bar when it comes to flexibility and modularity. The fully enclosed Automation Panel 5000 systems provide IP65 protection.

B&R continues its long track record of growth. For the current year, the automation specialist once again anticipates a double-digit increase in revenue. This was announced by general manager Peter Gucher at B&R's press conference in Salzburg.

The new remote maintenance solution from B&R makes diagnosing and maintaining machinery and equipment easier than ever. The solution utilizes the latest IT and security standards and allows for significant savings with low investment costs.

At the ITMA trade show in Milan (Hall 8, Booth 9), B&R will present a new generation of modular IP65-rated swing arm panels. They ensure easy and reliable operation – even in dusty environments.

B&R customers around the world benefit from its global network of local sales and support teams. To extend the capabilities of B&R Slovakia, with existing headquarters in Nové Mesto nad Váhom, B&R has opened a new office in Košice.

At the EWEA trade show in Paris, B&R will present integrated safety technology that wind turbine operators to save 30 to 50% in costs for safety systems.

B&R has added an audit trail component to its mapp technology portfolio. For applications subject to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements, this means faster development and less investment risk.

B&R is introducing 2 analog X20 modules for strain gauges. Up to 4 strain gauge channels can be housed in a module as thin as a single-channel unit, which saves cabinet space and reduces costs.

Automation technology from B&R makes it easy to achieve precise synchronization of conveyor belts and robots. Readily configurable PLCopen function blocks make it possible.