Tell us about your key product displays at IMTEX 2019
Schmersal is presenting innovative components and systems for machine safety, such as RFID-based safety sensors and solenoid interlocks. We will also showcase complete safety solutions, e.g. safety fences and doors of our global sales partner Satech Safety Technology combined with Schmersal's solenoid interlocks or safety light grids. Safety fences are ideal tools not only to safeguard large machines but also robot workstations. And it is very beneficial for our customers that we are able to offer such integrated solutions from a single source. Industry 4.0 is another focus point at our booth. Industry 4.0 requires an efficient exchange of data within the value chain, clear digital identification of products and use of real-time data to control production. That's why we are advancing the communication capabilities of our safety components. For example, our safety installation systems with an SD interface enable a cost-effective wiring of safety switches in series, with the "serial diagnostics" interface used for the transfer of non-safety related data. Safety sensors and interlocks fitted with an SD interface can transfer extensive diagnostics data which enable predictive maintenance and the avoidance of errors and machine downtime.
What are your expectations from this edition of IMTEX?
IMTEX is a flagship event for the Indian machine tool industry and one of the largest exhibitions in South-East Asia. For Schmersal, as a leading international systems and solutions provider for machine safety, Asia - and especially India - is a very important region. We regard IMTEX as a good opportunity to present our advanced safety solutions that help our customers to keep pace with the rising trend of automation and the digital transformation process in the industry.
What are your expectations from 2019?
The Indian market offers massive potential for the years to come and we will continue to see an increased demand for the high-quality safety technology from Schmersal. Hence, we see a promising future for Schmersal India and we are expecting further growth in production and employment.
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