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The mainstay of B&R's software development is AUTOMATION Studio. With the help of this integrated development environment, all B&R hardware is coded. The methods for building installation packages, compiling software, and deploying it can all be used outside of Automation Studio, i.e., via the command line. Additionally, the Automation Studio project's source files are kept in plain text. This facilitates simple integration with DevOps techniques.Here we answer the most common quest …

With ACOPOS 6D, B&R heralds a new era of manufacturing. Magnetic levitation allows shuttles to move individual products freely through the machine. Gone are the days when conventional transport systems imposed rigidly defined timing on the production process. ACOPOS 6D is ideal for small-batch production with frequent changeover between products of different designs and dimensions.ACOPOS 6D is based on the principle of magnetic levitation: Shuttles with integrated permanent magnets float ove …

HighlightsSingle source for robotics and machine controlMaximum precision through microsecond synchronizationEasy implementation of robotics applicationsB&R's Machine-Centric Robotics eliminates separate controllers for robots and machines and integrates the robot controller into the machine control system for seamless, synchronized operation. This allows for greater ease of use and versatility in accommodating the manufacturing of a variety of products and batch sizes. Find a demonstration …

In recent years, we have received many inquiries regarding the compatibility of the B&R SafeIO portfolio with safety sensors or special products such as safety mats. With the ABB Jokab sensor portfolio, we now have an optimal sensor supplement from the ABB Group that can be combined with our proven SafeIO products. In order to relieve our customers from unnecessary testing and tuning measures, we have checked and tested the interaction of our SafeIO products with the ABB Jokab sensor …

Automation Distribution announces its new partnership with B&R Industrial Automation to distribute automation products and solutions in Eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Southern New Jersey. Acquisition creates a uniquely comprehensive automation portfolio for customers globallyClear commitment to B&R's growth strategy, mid-term sales ambition of >$1 billionB&R becomes new global business unit “Machine & Factory Automation”Commitment to growing B&R’s business is de …