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Strengthening Network Security with Defense in Depth

Learn how layered security protects industrial networks and supports CRA-readiness through Defense in Depth.

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IEC 62443 – The Key to CRA Compliance

CRA is coming – IEC 62443 helps you stay compliant. Discover how Phoenix Contact ensures cybersecurity with certified products and…

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Virtual PLCnext Control: Honored at CIIF 2025

Virtual PLCnext Control wins Industrial Automation Award at CIIF 2025 for scalable, flexible, and sustainable automation innovation.

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Virtual PLCnext Control: A Paradigm Shift in Control Technology

Launch of the first Virtual PLCnext Control- redefining industrial automation by turning the PLC into a software-based, containerized solution ready…

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From Control Cabinet to Edge Intelligence: Meet the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE

Bridge OT and IT with the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE — real-time control, edge analytics and containerized automation in one…

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Gather Data and analyse Anomalies locally on the “Edge”

Discover how edge computing and AI enable real-time anomaly detection and smarter industrial applications.

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Automation of Hydrogen Energy Storage for Off-Grid Sites with PLCnext Control

Endua’s hydrogen energy storage automation solution, powered by PLCnext Control, delivers scalable, safe, and cloud-connected energy for off-grid applications.

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Boosting Efficiency in Production: The Synergy of Edge and Cloud Computing

Boost production efficiency with Edge & Cloud Computing: real-time data, cost savings, and innovative industrial solutions.

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Edge Computing: Enhancing Speed, Efficiency and Security in Industry

Discover how Edge Computing enhances the integration of IT and OT systems, revolutionizing industrial operations.

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Strengthening Network Security with Defense in Depth

Learn how layered security protects industrial networks and supports CRA-readiness through Defense in Depth.

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IEC 62443 – The Key to CRA Compliance

CRA is coming – IEC 62443 helps you stay compliant. Discover how Phoenix Contact ensures cybersecurity with certified products and…

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Virtual PLCnext Control: Honored at CIIF 2025

Virtual PLCnext Control wins Industrial Automation Award at CIIF 2025 for scalable, flexible, and sustainable automation innovation.

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Virtual PLCnext Control: A Paradigm Shift in Control Technology

Launch of the first Virtual PLCnext Control- redefining industrial automation by turning the PLC into a software-based, containerized solution ready…

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From Control Cabinet to Edge Intelligence: Meet the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE

Bridge OT and IT with the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE — real-time control, edge analytics and containerized automation in one…

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Gather Data and analyse Anomalies locally on the “Edge”

Discover how edge computing and AI enable real-time anomaly detection and smarter industrial applications.

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Automation of Hydrogen Energy Storage for Off-Grid Sites with PLCnext Control

Endua’s hydrogen energy storage automation solution, powered by PLCnext Control, delivers scalable, safe, and cloud-connected energy for off-grid applications.

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Boosting Efficiency in Production: The Synergy of Edge and Cloud Computing

Boost production efficiency with Edge & Cloud Computing: real-time data, cost savings, and innovative industrial solutions.

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Edge Computing: Enhancing Speed, Efficiency and Security in Industry

Discover how Edge Computing enhances the integration of IT and OT systems, revolutionizing industrial operations.

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PLCnext Community Summit: Where connection turns into movement

Discover how the PLCnext Community Summit sparked innovation, collaboration, and new ideas in open automation. Read the full recap now.

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Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready!

Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready! Discover secure automation solutions and how to meet EU cybersecurity requirements with confidence.

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FOURward thinking: Best in Class – again

Best in Class – again! PLCnext Technology leads the PAC RADAR 2025 with openness, resilience, and real edge power.

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PLCnext Community Summit: Where connection turns into movement

Discover how the PLCnext Community Summit sparked innovation, collaboration, and new ideas in open automation. Read the full recap now.

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Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready!

Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready! Discover secure automation solutions and how to meet EU cybersecurity requirements with confidence.

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FOURward thinking: Best in Class – again

Best in Class – again! PLCnext Technology leads the PAC RADAR 2025 with openness, resilience, and real edge power.

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Virtual PLCnext Control: Product of the Year 2025

We have great news to share! Our Virtual PLCnext Control has been awarded Product of the Year 2025 in the “Control” category by the renowned magazine “Computer & Automation.” This… Read more

April 2, 2025

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Our Commitment to Cybersecurity: IEC 62443 Certification Expansion and Recertification

In an increasingly connected world, cybersecurity isn’t optional — it’s a necessity. That’s clear to all of us, isn’t it? But instead of just talking about it, we’re actually implementing… Read more

December 12, 2024

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Our Recap of 2024 – Let’s celebrate the top highlights of the past year

As the year comes to an end, we would like to take a moment to look back on the projects and challenges we have achieved and overcome together as… Read more

November 14, 2024

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New Partnership: Alibaba Cloud & Phoenix Contact – Innovative Cloud and Edge Infrastructure

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, will integrate the Virtual PLCnext Control software solution from Phoenix Contact as part of its solution for manufacturing… Read more

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Next Level of Security: PLCnext Control

Sustainability concept for the Swiss Federal Railways

The PLCnext Factory

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Strengthening Network Security with Defense in Depth

IEC 62443 – The Key to CRA Compliance

Virtual PLCnext Control: Honored at CIIF 2025

Virtual PLCnext Control: A Paradigm Shift in Control Technology

From Control Cabinet to Edge Intelligence: Meet the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE

Gather Data and analyse Anomalies locally on the “Edge”

Automation of Hydrogen Energy Storage for Off-Grid Sites with PLCnext Control

Boosting Efficiency in Production: The Synergy of Edge and Cloud Computing

Edge Computing: Enhancing Speed, Efficiency and Security in Industry

Strengthening Network Security with Defense in Depth

IEC 62443 – The Key to CRA Compliance

Virtual PLCnext Control: Honored at CIIF 2025

Virtual PLCnext Control: A Paradigm Shift in Control Technology

From Control Cabinet to Edge Intelligence: Meet the VL3 UPC 2440 EDGE

Gather Data and analyse Anomalies locally on the “Edge”

Automation of Hydrogen Energy Storage for Off-Grid Sites with PLCnext Control

Boosting Efficiency in Production: The Synergy of Edge and Cloud Computing

Edge Computing: Enhancing Speed, Efficiency and Security in Industry

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PLCnext Community Summit: Where connection turns into movement

Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready!

FOURward thinking: Best in Class – again

PLCnext Community Summit: Where connection turns into movement

Cyber Resilience Act? We are ready!

FOURward thinking: Best in Class – again

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Virtual PLCnext Control: Product of the Year 2025

Our Commitment to Cybersecurity: IEC 62443 Certification Expansion and Recertification

Our Recap of 2024 – Let’s celebrate the top highlights of the past year

New Partnership: Alibaba Cloud & Phoenix Contact – Innovative Cloud and Edge Infrastructure

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