Conveyor Technology

Der italienische Backwarenhersteller Bauli hat seine Palettierung im Werk Castel d’Azzano in Norditalien mit einer neuen Automatisierungsanlage zentralisiert. Der Systemintegrator Uteco Contec realisierte die Gesamtanlage, während Interroll die modulare Fördertechnik lieferte. Das System ist für eine Kapazität von bis zu 2.000 Kartons pro Stunde ausgelegt und soll insbesondere die saisonalen Produktionsspitzen vor Weihnachten und Ostern bewältigen. Nach Angaben von Interroll wurde die Anlage im Sommer 2026 in Betrieb genommen und befindet sich derzeit in der abschließenden Testphase.

The conveyor technology specialist IPM Industrieprodukte Meißner GmbH from Donnersdorf in the Schweinfurt district is implementing two new conveyor systems for the roller bearing manufacturer SKF to link several machining processes. The systems will be used in a Schweinfurt plant of the manufacturer and are intended to optimize the material flow in the production of bearing rings. According to IPM, the project is shortly before commissioning. The plant manufacturer is responsible for implementation from planning and design through manufacturing to assembly and commissioning.

Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG from Kamen has introduced a new generation of its optical positioning system for automated intralogistics and conveyor technology applications with "Apos Optic 2.0". Thanks to revised camera technology with an enlarged field of view, the system now requires only one camera instead of two for position detection. As a result, the readhead is narrower. Additionally, the new generation is backward compatible with existing "Apos Optic" systems, allowing for their gradual modernization.

Weber-Hydraulik GmbH has arranged the succession in its management. Yannick Weber takes over as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect, assuming overall operational responsibility for the Weber Systems Group. Managing partner Christine Grotz is set to leave the management in spring 2027 and subsequently join the advisory board. As a shareholder, she will remain connected to the family business.

The frequency converter can take over drive-related control tasks and operate on individual machines without a higher-level control system. Users can choose between four industrial Ethernet protocols.

RK Rose+Krieger adapts tube connectors through machining to meet the requirements of a trolley construction. The solution is designed for loads weighing up to 30 kilograms.

Drum operation or cable trolleys pose different requirements on moving cables. TKD Kabel offers two fiber optic product families with different bending radii for this purpose.

Whether shore power supply for ships or charging infrastructure for heavy vehicles and machinery: Robust systems are in demand that reliably transmit high power and are simultaneously flexible in use. To be able to offer customers even more targeted individual system solutions for demanding applications in shore power supply, charging infrastructure, and other specialized industrial sectors in the future, Igus will take over Krott Electronic GmbH on October 1, 2026. The company from Stolberg specializes in customized connection technology for industrial niche applications.

Torwegge is expanding its range of components for material flow with the "Leo" roller. According to the company, the tread made of glass fiber-reinforced polyurethane is low-noise and gentle on floors. The roller is designed for loads of up to 130 kilograms. Sealed ball bearings and components made of galvanized metal or stainless steel are also intended to increase corrosion resistance and enable outdoor use.

The Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG welcomed 14 new trainees to its Kamen site on August 26, 2026. The young professionals will first undergo a four-day introductory program before beginning their training in nine different occupations. These include the areas of Technical Product Design, Electronics for Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing and Machining Mechanics, as well as IT for Application Development. The new cohort also includes aspiring industrial clerks, a warehouse specialist, and an industrial electrician for devices and systems. One young talent is beginning a dual study program in IT for System Integration. During the introduction days, the new employees will get to know the company, the training process, their rights and responsibilities, as well as their future colleagues.

In modern production and logistics, companies continually face the challenge of optimizing their internal material flow to maximize productivity, cost savings, and efficiency. Overhead conveyor systems play an important role in this context. They are ideally suited for the manual or semi-automated transport of a variety of components and parts. Due to their flexible and efficient use, they present a compelling alternative to small load carriers (SLC).