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December 11, 2025
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Secure and Scalable Remote Control for Energy Systems

In the world of industrial automation and energy supply, communication is becoming increasingly complex and more important than ever. Systems must not only be controlled locally but also monitored and… Read more
November 4, 2025
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New standards for data centers: Virtual PLCnext Control, PLCnext Engineer, and the Remote relay system

Modern data centers are under increasing pressure: more performance, higher availability, maximum security – at lower costs. Classic PLC infrastructures are reaching their limits. The solution: Virtual PLCnext Control and… Read more
November 3, 2025
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PLCnext Community Get-Together 2025 – What a Night!

A Night of Connection, Conversation and Community For the third year in a row, the PLCnext Community came together in Nürnberg. Not on the trade fair floor, but just a… Read more
October 17, 2025
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Strengthening Network Security with Defense in Depth

Understanding Risks and Protective Mechanisms in Industrial Networks Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and in times of increasing digitalization, securing industrial networks has never been more important. During Cybersecurity Awareness… Read more
October 6, 2025
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IEC 62443 – The Key to CRA Compliance

With the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), cybersecurity becomes a legal obligation. Only products with CE marking may be placed on the market and starting in 2027, this requires verifiable security… Read more
October 2, 2025
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Virtual PLCnext Control: Honored at CIIF 2025

This year’s China International Industry Fair (CIIF) in Shanghai once again served as a global showcase for industrial innovation and smart manufacturing. A special highlight for us: Virtual PLCnext Control… Read more
October 1, 2025
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PLCnext Community Summit: Where connection turns into movement

Some events leave a lasting impression – not just in our minds, but in the way we connect and collaborate. The PLCnext Community Summit, held on September 30 and October… Read more
October 1, 2025
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Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready!

How Phoenix Contact supports your journey to Cyber Resilience October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month – and this year, it comes with a clear message:“CRA? We are ready – and we’ll… Read more
July 24, 2025
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FOURward thinking: Best in Class – again

What happens when you’re named “Best in Class” four years in a row? You could sit back. Or you could take it as a challenge – and think FOURward. That’s… Read more