Ralf Böker new Global Key Account Manager (2008-10-27)

Ralf Böker (43) has joined the sales team of Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, as the company’s new Global Key Account Manager.

Unmanaged Gigabit-Ethernet-Switches (2008-09-22)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new, unmanaged SPIDER II Giga 5T and SPIDER II Giga 5T/2S switches at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES in Nuremberg (Hall 10, Booth 230).

Hirschmann to introduce Scalable Mobile Control System (2008-09-09)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, will introduce several new products at bauma China 2008 (Hall E2, Booth 2320).

High Degree of Safety and Flexibility (2008-09-04)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has added the Fast-Ethernet Workgroup Switches of the MACH-100 family to its product portfolio.

Hirschmann supplies safety technology to Baltkran (2008-09-01)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, is equipping 10 gantry cranes from Baltkran, Kaliningrad/Russia, with overload protection systems.

Modern Production Sites for Further Growth (2008-05-14)

The new building of Xuzhou Hirschmann Electronics Co. Ltd. was officially opened on April 15, 2008. The participants in this Joint Venture, which was founded in 2006 and has its headquarters in the city of Xuzhou in the North of the East Chinese Province of Jiangsu, are Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co.

Force sensor technology with CANopen interface (2008-05-07)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added force sensors of the fSENS series with CANopen interface to its product portfolio.

Power Supply of Remote Terminals on the Field Level via Data Cable (2008-04-21)

Hirschmann Automation & Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added three new IP67 switches of the OCTOPUS series to its product portfolio.

Ethernet Switch as a "Power Station" (2008-04-21)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has integrated the Power over Ethernet technology (PoE) into the managed Fast/Gigabit Ethernet switches of the MACH 1000 series.

Belden EMEA Business Unit (2008-04-21)

Belden Inc., St. Louis/USA, has grouped its subsidiaries Belden Europe, Venlo/Netherlands, HEW-Kabel, Wipperfürth, Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, and Lumberg Automation, Schalksmühle, in the new Belden EMEA business unit.

Solutions for Data Transmission in Automation (2008-04-10)

Belden Inc., headquartered in St. Louis (Missouri, U.S.A.), has consolidated its affiliated Belden Europe (Venlo, The Netherlands), HEW-Kabel (Wipperfürth, Germany), Hirschmann Automation and Control (Neckartenzlingen, Germany) and Lumberg Automation (Schalksmühle, Germany) companies into the newly formed business unit of Belden EMEA.

Ethernet up to Ex-Zone 1 (2008-02-22)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting a new optical media module at the Hanover Fair 2008 (Hall 9, Booth F 28).

Rotary encoder with CANopen interface (2008-02-04)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, has added the rotary encoder gSENS DWG 20 to its product portfolio.

Matthias Schlosser New Global Market Manager Transportation (2008-01-21)

With effect from 1 January 2008, Matthias Schlosser (35) has taken over the new position as a Global Market Manager Transportation at Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Control systems for railway cranes (2008-01-09)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has equipped the new KRC 100 range of railway cranes produced by Kirow Leipzig AG, Leipzig, with mobile control systems.

Dr. Wolfgang Babel is new Chief Executive Officer (2007-12-11)

With effect from January 1, 2008 Dr. Wolfgang Babel (50) will be taking over as Chief Executive Officer of Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, and Lumberg Automation - Belden Deutschland GmbH, Schalksmühle.

EMI-resistant switches for DIN rails (2007-11-27)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, presents the new manageable switches of the RSR family.

Recovery time of less than 10 milliseconds (2007-11-27)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, presents a new version of the HIPER Ring protocol.

Flexibility with SFP transceivers (2007-11-27)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added a new media module for the switches in the MICE series to its product portfolio.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2007-11-27)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen (near Stuttgart), which since 2007 belongs to the U.S.

IP67 Access Point with approval for Ex-Zone 2 (2007-09-19)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new BAT54-F WLAN system at SPS/IPC/DRIVES in Nuremberg (Hall 9, Booth 217).

Overload Protection Systems for Container Bridges (2007-08-14)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, is supplying overload protection systems to Doosan Heavy Industries, Gyeongsangnam-do/Korea.

Hirschmann-Switches Receive PROFINET and EtherNet/IP Certificates (2007-08-07)

The switches of the Rail and MICE series from Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, have been certified by the Profibus User Organization (PNO) and the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA).

Reasonably priced low-managed Switch (2007-07-23)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, has added the new Fast-Ethernet-Switch RS 20 BASIC to its OpenRail product range.

Power Supply via Network Cable (2007-06-22)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen, has added a Power-over-Ethernet module for the switches in the MICE series to its product portfolio.

Norbert Piefer new Head of the Industrial Connectors Unit (2007-05-07)

Norbert Piefer (50) has taken over as head of the Industrial Connectors Strategic Business Unit of Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Control systems for mobile applications (2007-04-23)

Hirschmann Automation and Control has added new control systems of the Compact and Superior Class to the proven iFLEX family.

Convenient visualization and control (2007-04-23)

Hirschmann Automation and Control is presenting the new iSCOUT expert compact and iSCOUT scalable mobile consoles.

Compact and versatile (2007-04-23)

Hirschmann Automation and Control has added the new gSENS WGB angle encoder to its angle sensor product portfolio.

High-voltage-proof and vibration-resistant (2007-04-16)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has added the manageable Fast/Gigabit-Ethernet-Switch MACH 1000 to its product portfolio.

FO-Repeater in plug format (2007-04-16)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is presenting the first fiber-optic Repeater in plug format with the new OZD ProfiPlug.

New hemispherical and directional radio antennae (2007-04-16)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is presenting two new antennae for the WLAN system BAT54-Rail with the BAT-ANT-N-6ABG and the BAT-ANT-N-14G.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2007-04-16)

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Neckartenzlingen (near Stuttgart), which since 2007 belongs to the U.S.

Profibus interface and data logger (2007-03-19)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has equipped the programmable switching amplifier from the product range PSV 3/1 with a number of new functions.

Gigabit on the DIN rail (2007-02-21)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new Gigabit-Ethernet-Switch RS 40 at the Hanover Fair (Hall 9, Booth F28).

Integration of network management in SCADA systems (2007-02-12)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is pleased to announce a new version of its "Industrial HiVision" network management software - Operator Edition 3.0.

System solutions all to do with load torque limiting (2007-01-30)

At the bauma 2007 in Munich (Hall A5, Booth 207), the Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, will be presenting its competence in the field of electronic control and safety systems for mobile applications.

Graphic representation of the application data (2007-01-30)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new load torque limiting system "Hirschmann mentor QVGA" at the bauma 2007 in Munich (Hall A5, Booth 207).

New cable sockets and cable plugs (2007-01-26)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added new cable sockets and cable plugs to the "SunCon" connector system.

Robust Gigabit Ethernet-Backbone-Switches (2006-11-28)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has expanded its product range to include new modular Gigabit Ethernet-Backbone-Switches from the MACH 4000 family.

Robust and manageable (2006-11-28)

The Hirschmann Automation & Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added three new IP67 switches from the OCTOPUS family to its product portfolio.

Designed for tough ambient conditions (2006-11-28)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has extended its product range to include the new IP40-WLAN-System BAT54-Rail.

High availability through integration in the process control system (2006-11-28)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, presents the new fiber-optic Profibus-Repeater-Family OZD Profi G12 PRO.

Hirschmann supports the European harmonization of service standards (2006-11-28)

As a member of the ZVEI initiative "Services in Automation", Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has been involved in the development and implementation of the first standard classification for automation services since 2005.

Compact and robust (2006-11-14)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, presents a new generation of molded valve connectors.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2006-11-14)

The Hirschmann Group has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Hirschmann Group (2006-11-14)

The Hirschmann Group stands for competence and innovative capability in automation technology and automobile electronics.

Robust and powerful (2006-10-19)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added the iFLEX2 mobile controller to its product portfolio.

Power over Ethernet (2006-09-14)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting a new media module for the Backbone Switch MACH 4000 at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2006 in Nuremberg (Hall 9, Booth 221).

Large-volume production of connectors (2006-09-04)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, and the Ningbo Zettler Electronics Co., Ltd., Yuyao/China, have founded a Joint Venture.

Versatile and cost-effective (2006-08-31)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has made some new additions to its SPIDER product family.

Additional market opportunities thanks to shared structures and processes (2006-08-08)

Hirschmann Industries GmbH, based in Neckartenzlingen near Stuttgart, merged its subsidiary PAT GmbH, Ettlingen, into Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, where the former PAT represents the "Electronic Control Systems" division.

Concentration on international dealer network (2006-06-01)

PAT GmbH (Ettlingen), a subsidiary of the Hirschmann Group, has restructured its retrofit business: In future this business and associated services will be run exclusively through the international dealer network.

Integration in PROFINET, EtherNET/IP and Modbus TCP (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, will be offering the managed switches of the Rail, MICE, PowerMICE and MACH 4000 product families from August 2006 with special software packages, so-called Industrial Profiles.

Automatic topology discovery via LLDP (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added functions for automatic discovery of the network topology via LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol) to the Industrial HiVision network management software (Operator Edition 2.0).

Highly available Profibus networks in Ex-Zone 1 (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new Profibus FO repeater OZD Profi G12 ATEX 1 at the Hanover Fair.

Secure data transmission in RS 485 field bus systems (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added the FO repeaters OZD 485 G12 BAS and OZD 485 G12 PRO to its product portfolio.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Group has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Hirschmann Group (2006-04-24)

The Hirschmann Group stands for competence and innovative capability in automation technology and automobile electronics.

Hirschmann and Innominate form Industrial Security Alliance (2006-04-24)

The Berlin-based security specialist Innominate Security Technologies AG and Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, located in Neckartenzlingen, Germany, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership.

WLAN System for Outdoor Applications (2006-02-17)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new WLAN System BAT 54 at the Hanover Fair 2006 (Hall 9, Stand F28).

High performance for the backbone (2006-01-10)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added the MACH 4000 backbone switch to its product range.

Tailor-made switches at a mouse click (2005-11-22)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has put the OpenRail Webshop Configurator online on the Internet under “www.hirschmann.com”.

Comfortable linking of the field level to the corporate network (2005-11-22)

The Hirschmann Automation & Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added the Fast Ethernet-Switch OCTOPUS 8M to its product portfolio.

High flexibility due to a modular concept (2005-11-22)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has extended its product range to include the modular Workgroup-Switch SmartLION.

Reliable connection of terminating equipment on the machine level via fibre optic cables (2005-11-22)

The Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen, has added the microFX family to its product portfolio.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2005-11-22)

The Hirschmann Group has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Secure protection of automation networks, production cells or individual machines (2005-09-19)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is introducing a new version of the EAGLE industrial security system at SPS/IPC/DRIVES in Nuremberg (Hall 9, Stand 221).

Industrial Ethernet aiding road safety (2005-08-08)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, based in Neckartenzlingen, Germany, has to date fitted out more than 30 road tunnels in various European countries with Industrial Ethernet technology.

High bandwidth in the control room (2005-06-20)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, based in Neckartenzlingen, Germany, has extended its product range to include the GigaLION-24TP Gigabit Ethernet workgroup switch.

Rapid and secure wiring of solar systems (2005-05-13)

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, based in Neckartenzlingen, will be presenting their new plug connector system called SunCon at InterSolar in Freiburg (hall A, stand 197).

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH (2005-04-11)

The Hirschmann Group has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, Neckartenzlingen.

Hirschmann Group (2005-04-11)

The Hirschmann Group stands for competence and innovative capability in automation technology, automobile electronics and multimedia communications.

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH hived off (2005-04-01)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, has hived off the “Automation and Network Solutions” division: With effect from 1st April 2005, it will operate as an independent company on the market.

Secure Data Transfer via FibreOptic (2005-03-29)

The companies Souriau SAS, Versailles, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH, Neckartenzlingen and HARTING Electric GmbH, Espelkamp, present at Hanover Trade Fair 2005 the microFX solution: a M12-based connector technology which allows to transmit optical und electrical signals under severe industrial conditions.

Radio remote control acquisition of sensor data from cranes (2005-03-15)

Hirschmann Electronics Inc., based in Germantown/Maryland, has extended its product range to include the PRS 80 EZ display console.

Load indication and load moment limitation with control and safety systems from PAT (2005-03-15)

The Neckartenzlingen-based Hirschmann Electronics Group has an Electronic Control Systems (ECS) division that stands for innovative electronic control and safety systems for the mobile plant and materials handling sectors and related uses.

Low-cost ports (2005-02-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH, based in Neckartenzlingen, is presenting its new SPIDER 8TX and SPIDER 4TX/1FX Fast-Ethernet switches at the 2005 Hanover International Trade Fair (Hall 9, Stand F28).

Cost-effective modernisation of cranes (2005-02-16)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group has extended its product range with maestro, the new load moment indicator (LMI).

Designed for control room use (2004-11-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has enlarged its product range with the LION-24TP Gigabit Ethernet work¬group switch.

Early warning system for industrial Ethernet data networks (2004-11-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, presents the new network diagnosis software Industrial HiVision - Operator Edition 1.1.

Secure communication based on redundant link (2004-11-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is presenting its fiber-optic repeater OZD 485 G12 at SPS/IPC/DRIVES.

Layer-3 switch in "blue-collar" (2004-09-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, has expanded its MICE series to include the "Power MICE" Gigabit Ethernet switch.

Firewall for Automation Networks (2004-09-03)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, has expanded its product range with the industrial security system EAGLE.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences Winterthur and Hirschmann Electronics Agree Co-operation (2004-05-18)

The Zurich University of Applied Sciences Winterthur (ZHW) and Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG have agreed a co-operation.

Redundancy Also Under Extreme Conditions (2004-04-19)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has expanded its product range with the new Rail Switch Family RS2-4R.

Designed for Networks with High Port Density (2004-04-19)

At the Hannover Messe Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, is presenting the unmanaged switches from the Rail Family RS2-16.

M12 “D” for Hirschmann “Octopus” (2004-04-19)

With the “Octopus”, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, is offering a complete IP 67 Industrial Ethernet solution in which all components use M12 “D” connector technology as a common interface.

Components with Firewall/VPN Appliance (2004-04-19)

Ethernet makes possible homogeneous communication from the desk in the office to the machine in the production building.

Future-Proof Solutions for Industrial Data Communication (2004-04-19)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the "Automation and Network Solutions" division.

Precise and pocket sized (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group is presenting at bauma 2004, Munich, the new WGC angle pick-up from its PAT product range.

Easy and quick adjustment with PAT's WinMK4 (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group is presenting from its PAT/Krüger product range the Windows®-based WinMK4 program which allows the load moment indicator (LMI) to be readily adapted to all relevant crane specifications.

Practical solutions for work cages and elevating platforms (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group is displaying its new load moment limitation device from the PAT product range, the DS 60/SK 3.

The LSS Lift Safety System detects danger well in advance (2004-03-29)

At bauma 2004, the Hirschmann Electronics Group is displaying PAT's LSS Lift Safety System for load moment limitation, approved according to EN 280 for use with elevating work platforms.

Quick calibration with new measuring method (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Groups is extending its PAT product range with the Phoenix II software. Designed for integration in load moment limitation systems, this software has a newly developed measuring method allowing a much faster calibration than until now of all the standard telescopic cranes.

Accurate information in the driver's cab (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group is extending its PAT product range with a new payload control device (Truck PCD) which is compatible with various types of truck suspension: leaf spring, pneumatic, or a combination of the two.

Load indication and load moment limitation with control and safety systems from PAT (2004-03-29)

The Neckartenzlingen-based Hirschmann Electronics Group has an Electronic Control Systems (ECS) division that stands for innovative electronic control and safety systems for the mobile plant and materials handling sectors and related uses.

Hirschmann Electronics Group (2004-03-29)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group, headquartered in Neckartenzlingen near Stuttgart, stands for competence and innovative capability in automobile electronics, multimedia communications, automation and network technology, as well as mobile plant electronics.

Interfacing mobile users to the data network (2004-02-26)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting at the Hannover Messe 2004 (Hall 9, Stand F28) the new "BAT 11b" WLAN system.

MICE and RS2 Switches Also with Standardised Redundancy (2003-11-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen has equipped the manageable MICE and RS2 switches from the Industrial Line family with new system software.

RS2-16M – Low-Cost Solutions Thanks to 16 Ports (2003-11-25)

With the new Rail Switches RS2-16M, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is offering a low-cost, straightforward solution for setting up medium-sized to large deterministic Ethernet/Fast-Ethernet networks in which a high port density is required due to the growing number of terminal devices that support Ethernet.

Complete Industrial Ethernet IP67 Solution from Hirschmann (2003-11-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting at SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2003 in Nuremberg (Hall 7A, Stand 430) a complete IP67 industrial Ethernet solution.

Hirschmann and Innominate Agree Strategic Partnership for "State-of-the-Art" Security in Industrial Communication (2003-11-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & CO. KG, Neckartenzlingen, and Innominate Security Technologies AG, Berlin, have recently agreed a strategic partnership.

Future-Proof Solutions for Industrial Data Communication (2003-11-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, has combined its competence in the area of automation technology in the "Automation and Network Solutions" product division.

Hirschmann Electronics Group (2003-11-25)

The Hirschmann Electronics Group, headquartered in Neckartenzlingen near Stuttgart, stands for competence and innovative capability in automobile electronics, multimedia communications, automation and network technology, as well as mobile plant electronics.

Data Communication via Ethernet also in the Manufacture of the New VW Golf (2003-11-25)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, has implemented a homogeneous Ethernet network in the Wolfsburg factory for the manufacture of the new VW Golf.

Low-Cost Fast-Ethernet Switch (2003-09-26)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the Fast-Ethernet Switch SPIDER 5TX at SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2003 in Nuremberg (Hall 7A, Stand 430).

PAT to concentrate on Electronic Control Systems: Traffic Telematics unit sold to IRD (2003-08-11)

PAT GmbH, Ettlingen, Germany, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Hirschmann Electronics Group, Neckartenzlingen, has sold its Traffic Telematics unit to International Road Dynamics Inc.

PAT to concentrate on Electronic Control Systems: (2003-08-11)

PAT GmbH, Ettlingen, Germany, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Hirschmann Electronics Group, Neckartenzlingen, has sold its Traffic Telematics unit to International Road Dynamics Inc.

Hirschmann and Preh for the first time on a joint IAA stand (2003-08-04)

At this year's International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Hirschmann Electronics, Neckartenzlingen; Hirschmann Austria, Rankweil; and Preh-Werke, Bad Neustadt, are together presenting for the first time on a joint stand (C 09, hall 6.1) a selection of their automobile electronics innovations.

PAT assimilated into Hirschmann Group / Krüger Systemtechnik merged into PAT GmbH (2003-08-01)

With a view to stepping up synergies within Rheinmetall's Electronics sector, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co.

PAT assimilated into Hirschmann Group / (2003-08-01)

With a view to stepping up synergies within Rheinmetall's Electronics sector, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co.

Offshore wind power plant goes online via Ethernet (2003-07-16)

Onshore wind power plants have been successfully interconnected using Ethernet for some years. Now that technology is also being deployed for data transfer at sea: the world's first power plant of its kind, with a total of 80 wind turbines, was commissioned into operation in mid December 2002 some 40 kilometers off the Danish North Sea coastal town of Esbjerg.

Designed for use in extreme heat and cold (2003-04-07)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has added EEC-switches (Extended Environmental Conditions, EEC) to its industrial line product range.

Data highway between SNMP and OPC (2003-02-19)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is to present the new gateway HiOPC at the Hanover Trade Fair 2003 (Hall 9, Stand F 13).

Slot-in replaces screw-in (2003-01-09)

With the new Fixcon connector system, on the market since December 2002, M12 distributors, built-in flanges and sensors can be connected faster and more securely than with conventional systems.

The optimum real-time Ethernet standard for automation and drives (2002-11-22)

B&R, Hirschmann and Lenze, manufacturers of automation products, and Kuka as a user of such products, have announced their intention to work together to develop a real-time standard for Ethernet.

E-series from Hirschmann Electronics in new design (2002-11-12)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has redesigned its E-series of M12 molded-on sensor connectors.

Fiber-to-the-desk applications (2002-11-12)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, is expanding its product range with the GES-24 FX Gigabit Ethernet Workgroup Switch.

Modular 24-Port Switch for Usage in the Switch Cabinet (2002-07-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, has expanded the MICE product family (Modular Industrial Communication Equipment) with a 24-port switch.

New Certification System for Industrial Ethernet (2002-07-02)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany now offers a Global Certification Scheme focussed on Industrial Ethernet.

Designed for Low-Cost Expansion of Ethernet Networks (2002-04-15)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG (Neckartenzlingen/ Germany) is adding the Ethernet/Fast-Ethernet rail switches RS2-4TX/1FX and RS2-3TX/2FX to its Industrial Line product range.

New Interbus Coupler (2002-04-15)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG (Neckartenzlingen/ Germany) is adding the Interbus coupler module ASM BC IBS to its modular IP67 I/O system EASi/oN.

Convenient Management of Industrial Data Networks (2002-04-15)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG (Neckartenzlingen/ Germany) presents the new network diagnostic software HiVision 6.1.

Quick Set-Up of Ethernet Switches (2002-04-15)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG (Neckartenzlingen/ Germany) presents the new auto-configuration adapter ACA 11.

Network Systems Services (2002-03-13)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has combined its network systems services in a newly created “Competence Center”.

Intelligent Automation and Networking (2002-03-13)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has brought together its competence in the area of automation technology to create the Automation and Network Solutions division.

The Hirschmann Group (2002-03-13)

The range of products of Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/Germany, extends from transmitting and receiving systems, as well as connectors for automotive applications, through analog and digital radio transmission technology for indoor networks, to network components, field bus systems, and electrical connectors for industrial communication and automation technology.

Transmission of VGA Signals over Long Distances (2002-03-11)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG (Neckartenzlingen) has recently added the optical receiver OEVR 150M Sync to its range of products for video transmission via fibre-optic cable.

Reliable Signal Transmission (2002-02-20)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, has recently added the fibre-optic modem OZD Modbus Plus G12 to its range of Industrial Line products.

Hirschmann Electronics Reduces Prices by 25 Percent (2001-12-19)

With effect 1 January 2002, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is reducing the prices for the entry-level switches in the Industrial-Line Rail Family by 25 percent.

Modular Switch of Industrial Design (2001-11-27)

With the MICE product family (Modular Industrial Communi-cation Equipment), Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co.

Video and Audio Transmission in the Industrial Sector (2001-11-27)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is expanding its VIP system for the transmission of video and audio via digital data networks with the Video Server R-VIP T.

Intelligent Automation and Networking (2001-11-27)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, has brought together its competence in the area of automation technology to create the Automation and Network Solutions division.

Industrial-Line ETHERNET products now also with maritime approval (2001-09-24)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is now also offering the Industrial-Line ETHERNET products with approval by Germanisch Lloyd.

High availability Ethernet Components for covering very large distances (2001-09-24)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is expanding the Industrial-Line product family with the Rail Switches RS2-FX-SM/FX-LH and RS2-FX-LH/FX-LH.

Gigabit Ethernet Connections over 70 km (2001-09-24)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents two new Gigabit Ethernet media modules for the Backbone Switch series MACH 3000.

The Connector Range with the "CLICK" (2001-09-24)

At Interkama 2001 in Düsseldorf, Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG is presenting a new range of banana plugs and couplings.

Dr. Georg Schneider becomes new manager of automation division (2001-07-09)

As of 1st July 2001, Dr.-Ing. Georg Schneider (50) will be the new manager of the Automation and Network Solutions division at Hirsch-mann Electronics GmbH & Co.

Sale of Hirschmann-Sendertechnik to Harris now finalized. Management changes (2001-06-29)

Announced in April 2001, the sale of Rankweil-based Hirschmann Austria GmbH's Multimedia Communications Networks to the Harris Corporation, Melbourne, USA, has now taken legal effect with the approval by the Austrian antitrust agency.

High Availability Ethernet Components in a "Boiler Suit" (2001-04-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is expanding the Industrial-Line product family with the Ethernet/Fast-Ethernet Rail Switches RS2-5TX and RS2-5TX/FX, as well as the redundant Ethernet/Fast-Ethernet Rail Transceiver RT2-TX-R.

First Ethernet Bus Coupler for Modular IP67 I/O System (2001-04-23)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents the first Ethernet bus coupler in the world for a modular IP67 I/O system.

Hirschmann sells its Multimedia Communications Networks to Harris Further-reaching cooperation agreed (2001-04-19)

Hirschmann Austria GmbH, Rankweil, has sold its Multimedia Communications Networks to Harris Corporation, Melborne, USA.

Intelligent Automation and Networking (2001-03-22)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, has brought together its competence in the area of automation technology to create the Automation and Network Solutions division.

Video images live via TCP/IP (2001-03-22)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents the new VIP system. This system allows live video images and audio signals to be transmitted via any TCP/IP connection, both in local Ethernet networks and on the Internet.

Higher availability through HIPER ring concept (2001-03-22)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents the new software version 2.20 for the MACH 3000 Modular Gigabit Ethernet Backbone Switch.

Designed for use in company-wide data networks (2001-03-22)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, is presenting the new HiVision 5.1 network management software.

Personnel changes at Hirschmann Electronics and PAT (2000-12-06)

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Small Size – Big Performance (2000-11-01)

The new miniature coupling modules from Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, have been specially designed for the direct connection of field devices to DeviceNet ribbon cable.

Powerful Optical Fibre Solutions (2000-11-01)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents two new optical media modules for the high performance Backbone Switch MACH 3000.

One Hub Combines Three Network Technologies (2000-11-01)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents the new Ethernet Rail Hub RH1-CX+ specially developed for the expansion and setting up of small industrial networks using 10Base-2, 10Base-FL and 10Base-T technology.

Fast Connecting Technology Now Also for Profibus DP (2000-11-01)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, now offers the proven BusQuick fast connecting technology also for Profibus DP with a transmission speed of up to 1.5 Mbit/s.

Connect a Terminal Device to the Fieldbus System without Problems (2000-11-01)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, Neckartenzlingen, presents the first screened M12 connector in the world with fast connecting technology.

Intelligent automation and networking (2000-10-06)

Hirschmann Electronics GmbH & Co. KG, of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, has brought together its competence in the area of automation technology to create the "Automation and Network Solutions" division.

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Transmitting video signals via optical fibre (2000-03-20)

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Hirschmann AS-i Mini-modules (2000-03-20)

The two new actor-sensor-interface mini-modules AS-i-MM and AS-i-2FTR from Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co of Neckarten-zlingen, Germany are impressive in the extremely small amount of space they require.

Multi-talent for installation without tools (2000-03-20)

For the first time, the EASi/oN system of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, makes it possible to serve all relevant field busses.

Distances of several hundred kilometres at 12Mbit/s (2000-03-20)

At a data transmission rate of 12 Mbit/s, Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. of Neckartenzlingen, Germany presents the new OZD Profi 12.

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Office and factory network grow together with Ethernet (2000-02-24)

With the Fast Ethernet rail switches, rail hubs and rail transceivers of the Industrial Line family of products developed especially for the automation market, Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., of Neckartenzlingen, Germany brings the advantages of Fast Ethernet to a new market.

Connection density increases in Gigabit LAN switch (2000-02-24)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, presents two new Fast Ethernet plug-in modules with optical fibre or twisted pair connections for the GLS modular Gigabit LAN Switch.

By optical fibre from the backbone to the workstation (2000-02-24)

With the optical fibre to the workstation solution, Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. of Neckartenzlingen, Germany presents a total solution from the backbone all the way to the terminal device.

Efficient network management (2000-02-24)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. of Neckartenzlingen, Germany, presents its new network management software HiVision 5.0.

Maximum Performance and Flexibility (2000-02-24)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. presents the modular high performance switch MACH 3000, specially designed for highly demanding backbone usage.

Only Hirschmann Connects the Office- and Industry-World (2000-02-24)

The Automation and Network Soluti ons business division of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co of Neckartenzlingen, Germany is currently the only single provider to offer a complete range of products that ensure a thorough, complete solution of data communications.

The Hirschmann Group (2000-02-24)

The range of products of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen, Germany extends from mobile transmitting and receiving systems through analog and digital radio transmission technology to network components and field bus systems.

40-Kilometer Ethernet Fiber Optics and Copper (1999-10-18)

Hirschmann GmbH & Co. presents the newly developed Fast Ethernet Rail Transceiver RT2-TX/FX. It is designed for 100 Mbit/s fast and cost-effective transmissions between devices separated by great distances in a Fast Ethernet network, and in particular for an unprotected industrial environment.

Fast and Deterministic Sturdy and Reliable (1999-10-18)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. presents the newly developed Fast Ethernet Rail Switch RS2. It is designed for real-time capa-ble medium-large and large fast Ethernet networks in unpro-tected production environment.

Sturdy Networks with Fast Ethernet (1999-10-18)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. is presenting for the first time, at Interkama, the newly developed Fast Ethernet Rail Hub RH2-TX.

Industrial Automation and Office Networks from a Single Supply Source (1999-10-05)

The Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen, Germany, an enterprise of the Rheinmetall Elektronik, combines the technical know-how of the Network Systems Division and the Interconnection Technology Division.

Assembling without tools: Hirschmann’s MiniQuick? (1999-10-01)

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Hirschmann’s VarioQuick® (1999-10-01)

Thanks to the new VarioQuick® fast connection system for sensor and actuators with M12 connectors, time can be saved when assembling cables and they can be connected in a simple way.

Quick connection system for field buses, in compliance with IEC 61158-2 (1999-10-01)

With its BusQuick-System, Hirschmann is presenting a new quick electrical connection system for field buses, in compliance with IEC 61158-2.

New AS-Interface® junction box for automation technology (1999-10-01)

Day one working with the new Hirschmann AS-Interface® flat modules (protection type IP67) and you can be sure that wiring errors have become a thing of the past.

CORPORATE FACT SHEET (1999-07-03)

Rheinmetall Elektronik AG (1999-07-03)

Fast Ethernet switch with fiber uplinks (1999-05-10)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. presents its workgroup-optimized Fast Ethernet switch FES-24TP Plus. The speed of this switch (10/100 Mbit/s) and its two fiber uplinks provides the data network with a high degree of flexibility.

Data transmission to a PC via fiber (1999-05-10)

The new fiber desktop switch ETS12-MM/ M from Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. will in future allow network users to transmit data to terminal equipment via fiber.

Transparent Communication With Ethernet (1999-04-19)

The Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. sees Ethernet as the technology, which will transform industrial networks all over the world.

Hirschmann Network Systems (1999-04-19)

The Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. of Neckar-tenzlingen, Germany, belongs as a subsidiary organization of Rheinmetall Elektronik AG, Düsseldorf to the Rheinmetall Technology Group.

Future-proof design gives the technical edge (1999-04-19)

Hirschmann is presenting a new generation of test leads at this year’s Hannover Trade Fair. They are distinguished by their high degree of functionality and a completely new design.

The CR Series with new features (1999-04-19)

The newly-developed power supply plugs in Hirschmann’s CR series, with their well-known quick contacting device for rapid assembly, now also come in a new installation and fitting version with a flange connection.

Send signals reliably (1999-04-19)

With their OZD FIP and OZD Genius , Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen, have now produced two fibreoptic interfaces specially for reliable FIP or WorldFIP and Genius-Bus networks.

Time-saving assembly with Hirschmann VarioQuick® (1999-04-19)

Hirschmann is presenting a new fast connection system for sensors and actuators with M 12 connectors for the first time at this year’s Hannover Trade Fair.

Hirschmann sets new trends (1999-04-19)

Innovative technology is the trademark of the new and follow-up developments from the Industrial Interconnection Techonology Division of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co.

Continuous expansion (1999-04-19)

The Division Industrial Interconnection Technology of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen, is continuing to score success.

The Hirschmann Group (1999-03-18)

Hirschmann was founded in 1924 in Esslingen, near Stuttgart. The company's success story began with a simple but ingenious invention: the ”One-Two plug” (”banana plug”) from the founder of the company, Richard Hirschmann.

International Recognition for the Hirschmann Rail Hub (1999-03-14)

On March 14, 1999 in Chicago, IL., the largest journal worldwide dedicated to automation, Control Engi-neering, awarded a Control Engineering 1998 Edi-tors’ Choice Award to the DIN Rail Hub of R.

Second Gigabit Routing Switch from Hirschmann (1998-12-31)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. presents its second Gigabit Routing Switch, the modular GRS 702. The routing switch, with its data throughput of 14.88 million packets per second, is suitable for the expansion of Local Area Networks (LAN) and particularly for addressing the increased requirements placed on the backbone.

Two New Modules for Hirschmann Gigabit Routing Switches (1998-12-31)

Richard Hirschmann GmbH and Co. presents two new modules for the two modular Gigabit Routing Switches, GRS 1403 and GRS 702.

Dual-Speed Hub from Hirschmann Combines Ethernet and Fast Ethernet in One Network (1998-12-31)

Hirschmann Network Systems presents its dual-speed Fast Ethernet Hub FEH-24TP with manage-ment option.

Ethernet Rail Switch for Harsh Environments (1998-12-31)

Hirschmann Network Systems presents its new RS1 Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Rail Switch developed for the industrial automation and control market.

Global agreement offers wider range of interconnect systems to catalogue users (1998-11-13)

Farnell has been appointed by Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co. as its global catalogue distributor for its range of industrial interconnection systems.

HiPer - the robust sensor/actuator cabl (1998-11-10)

Hirschmann has just launched a special cable for extreme applications. The Hirschmann Permanent Cable „HiPer„ is exceedingly stable and durable under extreme torsional loads, reverse bending stresses and lubricant exposure.

Time-saving connector technology (1998-11-10)

Hirschmann has launched an industrial mains voltage connector with specially patented faston contacts.

Assembly time halved with MiniQuick technology from Hirschmann (1998-11-10)

The industrial interconnection division of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen/ Germany, introduces the latest generation of “MiniQuick“ connectors to the world of electronics.

OVK - the fast optical waveguide connector system (1998-11-10)

At the Electronica Fair the Industrial Connector Division of Richard Hirschmann GmbH launched a fast connector system for plastic optical waveguide applications.

OSVC camera mounting module (1998-11-10)

Hirschmann's economical OSVC camera mounting module, which enables standard video signals to be converted directly into fiberoptic signals, is now available in a single-mode version for particularly large transmission distances.

Hirschmann Hybrids (1998-11-10)

Hirschmann produces hybrid modules for a large variety of applications for customers who want to know how to incorporate optical waveguide technology directly in their system boards.

Hirschmann OZD Profi (1998-11-10)

At the Electronica Fair in Munich Hirschmann has launched the successor to the tried-and-tested OZD Profi with a transmission speed increased from 1.5 to 12 Mbits/s.

Guaranteed fail-safe networks (1998-11-10)

The OZD Genius G3 interface has been produced by Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckartenzlingen, specially for Genius-Bus networks.

New infrared module IZD Profi (1998-09-08)

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Hirschmann agrees to cooperate with OMRON Europe (1998-04-27)

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Paper by Mr. Klaus Eberhardt, Executive Board Chairman, Rheinmetall Elektronik AG, for the press meeting held on the occasion of the Inauguration Reception of Hirschmann Electronics (Asia Pacific) Pte.

Major German Industrial Electronics Group Confirms Confidence in Singapore (1998-04-02)

Singapore, April 2nd 1998 - The German electronics group Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co., Neckar-tenzlingen, has established their new subsidiary company in Singapore.

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Dipl.-Math. Klaus Eberhardt (50), is as chairman of the Executive Management Board of Rheinmetall Elektronik AG, Düsseldorf, Germany, a member of the Board of Directors of the Management Holding Rheinmetall AG, Düsseldorf, and also chairman of the Executive Management of Richard Hirschmann GmbH & Co.

The Hirschmann Group (1998-04-01)

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