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March 2, 2026
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Virtual PLC meets AI: Why software-defined control is the foundation for intelligent automation
Imagine this:Your automation system is no longer tied to hardware cycles, control cabinet space, or fixed CPU limits. Control logic becomes elastic, scalable, and deployable wherever it makes the most… Read more
February 25, 2026
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The new PLCnext Community Forum is live – NOW !
Connect. Learn. Grow together. We’re excited to announce the launch of the brand-new PLCnext Community Forum! With the forum, you have a central place to exchange ideas with other users,… Read more
February 24, 2026
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Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast Episode with PLCnext Technology
🎤 How PLCnext Technology is changing industrial Automation forever Open automation, real-time performance, and seamless IT/OT convergence are no longer future promises. In the latest episode of Unplugged: An IIoT… Read more
February 23, 2026
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Industrial Anomaly Detection Made Simple: How MLnext Creation Transforms Predictive Maintenance
Unplanned downtime is one of the biggest challenges in modern production. Every minute a machine stands still costs money, resources, and sometimes even customer trust. Industrial anomaly detection offers a… Read more
February 9, 2026
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How PLCnext Technology and MicroDoc Transform IT/OT Integration in Industry 4.0
Insights from the Auf Draht podcast with Phoenix Contact and MicroDoc. Industrial automation is changing rapidly. As factories become more connected, industrial companies face the challenge of bringing operational technology… Read more
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 25, 2025
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Gather Data and analyse Anomalies locally on the “Edge”
In many industrial environments, companies are exploring Predictive Maintenance Edge AI to make better use of the data they continuously collect—data that is often left unused or only evaluated retrospectively. With the… 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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