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The fire is left without air
The fire protection specialists of the Wagner Group have been honored with the "GIT Safety Award 2026" for their "OxyReduct F-Line." The system expands the OxyReduct process with H2- based fuel cell technology, which simultaneously ensures emission-free energy supply.
Temperature-controlled at the motorway junction
Movianto, a logistics service provider specializing in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, is setting up a new cold storage facility in Wiesloch-Walldorf this month. A photovoltaic system there produces approximately 3,100 MWh per year, more electricity than the site consumes.
Fusion reactor in creep mode
Despite all the political turmoil currently shaking the world, work on the ITER fusion reactor, in which countless nations are involved, continues – much like on the ISS. Recently, another of the 15-meter-high segments for the future plasma chamber was delivered by heavy-duty transport.
Nonstop strapping
Mosca offers a comprehensive portfolio of integrated end-of-line systems for transport packaging, strapping machines, stretch wrappers, and associated consumables. Strapping made from materials such as PP and PET is produced with increasing recycled content.
Dynamic open-plan area
Relocations often involve considerable effort. Furniture needs to be transported, boxes packed, and unwanted items disposed of. The company " Optimal Umzug " from Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, offers services tailored to the greater Zurich area.
Optio L-Series updated
Developed with the user in mind, the completely redesigned generation of low-level order pickers in the Optio L series from TMHE sets new standards. Increased platform lifting heights, low entry, and versatile model variants for loads up to 2.5 t make these devices highly sought-after helpers.
Cold chain in transition: Ambitious goals
Temperature-controlled logistics is facing an energy revolution: battery-electric trucks, long-range hydrogen vehicles, and cryogenic cooling with nitrogen are transforming the industry. Enough "material" for the SVTL to discuss future processes and alternatives at Galliker in Altishofen.
DLR expands drone defense
While Russian drones have long been surveying German bases and critical infrastructures as potential targets for their “ asymmetric warfare ” a project called CUSTODIAN (Counter-UAS Technologies for Detection, Interception and Neutralization) is now slowly gaining momentum at the DLR.
ASTAG and GS1 to go green together
The Swiss Commercial Vehicle Association and GS1 Switzerland are merging their "Lean & Green" and "We go green!" initiatives. Both ASTAG and GS1 are embracing sustainability as a triad of economy, society, and the environment.
Interoperability proven
At an " Automation Day " hosted by Agilox, insights into the current status and future direction of the robotics provider were provided, rounded off by workflows that – modeled on real practical processes – demonstrated interoperability with the AMRs together with a Fanuc robot arm and a Palomat.
Now also the fingers in the game
Now also the fingers in the game
Photo: Schmalz/A1
With its vacuum technology, handling specialist Schmalz already covers a broad portfolio. Now, it's adding finger grippers from the US company Soft Robotics (SRI), which the Glatten-based company has acquired along with patents and the associated expertise for automated food handling.
On August 5, the family-run business from Glatten acquired the mGrip product family from the US company Soft Robotics (SRI) in order to further expand its market position in the food handling sector.
“The food industry is a growth market,” says Managing Partner Kurt Schmalz.
Thanks to their modular design, the gripping systems are particularly flexible and can be easily and quickly adapted to customer requirements. "They are the most robust and versatile option for the precise handling of delicate objects that are difficult to grip due to their changing shape."
Typical applications include the direct handling of baked goods, fruit and vegetables, as well as meat and fish. Due to its high quality, the mGrip product family fits perfectly into Schmalz's portfolio.
With the acquisition of the mGrip product family, Schmalz also intends to continue operating its existing location in Boston, Massachusetts. "By maintaining the existing infrastructure in Boston, we will gain rapid access to the market and continue to ensure reliable delivery to our customers," explains Volker Schmitz, Schmalz's US Managing Director, who will also manage the Boston location.
