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STW ROUNDS OFF THE PRESSURE SENSOR PORTFOLIO FOR LOW-PRESSURE RANGES

STW's modular sensor system is optimized for the needs of mobile hydraulics, and the sensors enjoy wide acceptance and strong demand. To meet increasing demand, the long-standing automation company from Kaufbeuren (Germany) has optimized the design and availability of its low-pressure sensors.

USER-FRIENDLY PROGRAMMING FOR MOBILE MACHINES WITH openSYDE AND logi.CAD3

openSYDE supports machine manufacturers with various tasks around the control system throughout the machine lifecycle, through design, production, and service. openSYDE also supports application programming. Integrated logi.CAD 3 realizes this in a particularly user-friendly way.

VIDEO TUTORIAL: openSYDE EXPLAINED IN A USER-FRIENDLY WAY

STW's openSYDE software enables the development of user-friendly, functionally safe applications for mobile machinery. To make it easier for prospective developers to get started with the lifecycle tool, STW has published freely accessible tutorial videos.

HAWE AND STW SUPPORT LEARNING AND RESEARCH AT THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH

Training the engineers of tomorrow is a much discussed and complex undertaking. Future machine developers need hardware, software, and programming knowledge. At the Institute of Automation and Information Systems at TU Munich hydraulic test benches are now helping teaching staff provide the required expertise.

THE BRAIN OF THE MACHINE

The logistics industry is booming. With demand growing rapidly, there is an urgent need for innovative transport solutions, especially within the warehouses. BHS Intralogistics has developed an autonomous transport shuttle that is both compact and powerful. The brain of the shuttle is the ESX.4cs-gw control unit from the German automation specialist STW.

MACHINE PROGRAMMING MADE SIMPLE - THANKS TO SMARTER COOPERATION

TW and HAWE have been working together in a cooperative partnership since 2018. The aim of the cooperation is to combine their respective competencies and leverage the results for the benefit machine manufacturers. The integration of the HAWE Layer programming interface into the development environment of STW’s ESX.3cs control unit demonstrates a practical outcome of the collaboration.

STW ESX.3CS AND LOGI.CAD 3 – A POWERFUL COMBINATION

Even the best control hardware can be a burden for machine manufacturers if the programming software is not intuitive or if it unnecessarily distracts programmers from development of the control algorithms. To help avoid these problems, users of STW's ESX.3cs can choose to program with logi.CAD 3.

PERFECT WINTER SPORT CONDITIONS – THANKS TO PISTENBULLY AND STW

From the 23rd of February until the 7th of March the Nordic World Ski Championships 2021 will take place in Oberstdorf. First class ski sport demands first class snow preparation: A job for the diesel electric PistenBully 600E+. With automation and drive technology from STW, the PistenBully performs its job perfectly.

CREATING SAFE, USER FRIENDLY CONTROL APPLICATIONS

STW, based in Kaufbeuren, Germany, has issued a new safety release for their ESX.3xm and ESX.3xl electronic control units. This new software package enables customers to create functional safety applications on these control units using CODESYS V3.5 with the IEC61131 PLC programming languages. Additionally, these ESX-3 control units have now been integrated in the openSYDE Lifecycle suite.

NEW TCG-4 SOFTWARE RELEASE MAKES UPDATES EASIER AND SAFER

STW has released a new software update for its TCG-4 telematics module. The release, which is called "Firefly", enables customers to carry out updates even more easily and securely in the future – including via a cloud connection. In addition, the TCG-4 will be integrated into the STW lifecycle tool openSYDE.

STW HANDS OVER RESPONSIBILITY FOR CLOUD SERVICES TO MDT

In order to further optimize the activities surrounding its own cloud services for the benefit of the customers, STW is handing over responsibility for this business area to Modern Drive Technology GmbH (MDT), a company which is part of the Wiedemann Group.

COMPANY VACATIONS 2020/2021

Unfortunately, the Covid-19 pandemic still has us firmly under control. As a measure to contain it and protect our employees, after careful consideration we have decided to follow the recommendations of the federal and state governments and extend our shutdown over the holidays until January 10.

NEW INCLINATION SENSOR SMX.IGS-E

The inclination sensor SMX.igs-e is the first product of a completely newly developed generation of inclination and gyro sensors by STW, which is based on the use of MEMS sensor technology. This family is part of a new, future-oriented software and hardware platform. In addition, the STW software Toolchain openSYDE is supported, which allows easy integration of the SMX.igs-e into an existing application and which is used during the initial operation of sensors.

GUARANTEEING FUNCTIONAL SAFETY IN A USER-FRIENDLY WAY


The ESX.3cs control unit by STW is now also available in a safety version for safety-oriented applications. With the new safety release of the ESX.3cs, it is now possible to implement applications with Performance Level PL d or Safety Integrity Level 2. Thus, the control unit meets the highest requirements for functional safety of mobile machines.

STW DEVELOPS PRESSURE SENSOR WITH AIR INTERFACE AND ATEX CERTIFICATION FOR LINDE GMBH GASES DIVISION

The Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) successfully realized a specific request of the Linde GmbH, Gases Division, for a pressure sensor with air interface, which can also be used in explosive environments.

GOODBYE DIESEL, HELLO ELECTRIC!

Part 4 | Potentials of electrification

Electrified vehicles are increasingly entering the market, be it due to stricter emission regulations, improved efficiency and controllability or a new green awareness among buyers. For OEMs or vehicle / machine operators, the obvious question is: What are the specific benefits of electrification of their vehicles? In our Electrical Systems series, we shed light on the subject and explain the new terminology.

STW AND MRS DECIDE TO COOPERATE

The Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and the Rottweil-based company MRS Electronic GmbH & Co. KG are pooling their expertise. The aim is to serve customers in the mobile machines and automotive markets in an even more comprehensive way.

STRAIN SENSOR DMS AVAILABLE IN A NEW VERSION

The Kaufbeuren-based technology company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) presents a revised version of the strain sensor DMS.

GOODBYE DIESEL, HELLO ELECTRIC!

Part 3 | What exactly does high voltage mean?

In the third part of the STW series "Electrical Systems" we explain the term "high voltage" in the field of automotive engineering.

WHAT THE FOG?

Part 4 | The MVP and the fast ROI

In today's business world, digital systems provide valuable services in almost all companies and it is hard to imagine life without them. In the fourth STW series "Digital Solutions", MVP and fast ROI are explained in an easy-to-understand way using everyday situations as examples.

GOODBYE DIESEL, HELLO ELECTRIC!

Part 2 | What exactly is an electric drive?

The energy flow in a vehicle with an internal combustion engine is well known. But what exactly is an electric drive and how does it work? In the second part of our Electrical Systems series, we shed light on the subject.

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN STW AND SIKO

STW and SIKO have agreed on a strategic partnership with the aim of further opening up the market for mobile machinery with joint solutions that are based on individual strengths. Customers benefit from the cooperation by having access to complete systems ranging from measurement technology through to automation and cloud-based concepts.

GOODBYE DIESEL, HELLO ELECTRIC!

Part 1 | What exactly does ‘retrofit’ mean?

Electrified vehicles are increasingly entering the market, be it due to stricter emission regulations, improved efficiency and controllability or a new green awareness among buyers. As a result, new terms and designations such as ‘retrofit’ are emerging and not everyone is familiar with them. In our new Electrical Systems series, we shed light on the subject and explain the new terminology.

WHAT THE FOG?

Part 3 | The "API", the unknown entity

In today's business world, digital systems provide valuable services in almost all companies and it is hard to imagine life without them. In the third STW series "Digital Solutions", digitalization in connection with the "API" is explained in an easy-to-understand way.

WHAT THE FOG?

Part 2 | Prototyping does not equal prototype

The Coronavirus pandemic is forcing companies to go digital. Anyone who does not have a clue when digital gibberish such as for example "prototyping" are used, will in future be given regular, easy-to-understand explanations of digitalization terminology in our series "Digital Solutions".

CHANGES TO THE EXECUTIVE BOARD

Kaufbeuren, 4 May 2020 – On 29 April 2020 the Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) parted with its Managing Director Dr. Michael Schmitt.

STW SUPPORTS SENT INTERFACE FOR PRESSURE SENSORS

The Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) extends its pressure sensor portfolio with the digital interface SENT.

WHAT THE FOG?

Part 1 | What exactly is digitalization?

The Coronavirus pandemic is forcing companies to go digital. But what is this digitalization anyway? What does it mean exactly? Anyone who does not have a clue when digital gibberish such as for example "fog computing" are used, will in future be given regular, easy-to-understand explanations of digitalization terminology in our series "Digital Solutions".

STW SUPPORTS ADDITIONAL INTERFACES FOR SAFETY PRESSURE SENSORS

STW supports additional interfaces for “safety” pressure sensors. For the STW pressure sensors of the F02 Safety series from the modular sensor system for mobile hydraulics, the “Deutsch DT04” connector is now available as an additional electrical connection option in addition to a 5-pole M12 connector.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY UNTIL APRIL 30, 2020

We are also effected from the – almost complete – shutdown of our economy in order to fight the Corona Pandemia. As a result we are forced to shut down large parts of our company.

STRATEGIC OBSOLESCENCE MANAGEMENT PAYS OFF

The rapid spread of the Corona virus (Covid-19) puts a massive strain on both the German and international economies. Long before the current crisis, STW has developed a service that reduces the default risks to a minimum and guarantees long-term availability of STW components through component and obsolescence management. This means STW remains able to deliver its products.

MEASURES AGAINST THE CORONAVIRUS

The effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) have reached us as a society - also in a global context. In this situation, which is unfamiliar to all of us, we as STW take every effort possible to fulfil our obligations as a reliable partner - as part of a value chain - and our duty of care towards our employees.

DISTRIBUTING ELECTRICITY INTELLIGENTLY

Kaufbeuren, 5 February 2020 – Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is represented on the trade fair stand of the Berlin-based charging service provider Parkstrom at the leading energy trade fair E-world 2020 in Essen (11 to 13 February) with groundbreaking innovations.

STW AND MTCON TO BUNDLE PRESS-FIT TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE

STW enters into another cooperation: At the end of 2019, the company procured shares in the power element experts MTCONNECTIVITY power2pcb (MTCON). By combining their core competencies, the two companies intend to develop, produce and market high-performance PCB components and assemblies even faster, more efficiently and more inexpensively.

CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE TRANSPORT SECTOR: STW TO COOPERATE WITH PARKSTROM

Cooperation creates valuable synergies for the mobility revolution. Product innovations for the logistics sector have been announced.

STW ESTABLISHES A FURTHER BUSINESS LOCATION IN CHEMNITZ

New driving and machine functions in the field of mobile machines demand the recording of an increasingly comprehensive number of physical parameters. For this reason, STW is to extend its range of sensor technology modules for mobile hydraulics with a new generation of inertial sensors which is being developed by a top-class team of experts at the Technologie Campus in Chemnitz.

PRESENTING THE STW LOAD MANAGEMENT AT THE INNOVATION TOUR 2019

STW was represented again this year at the Innovation Tour of its partner Software AG in Munich with a stand at the exhibition. There, STW displayed its load/charging management for electric vehicles based on the TC3G hardware in connection with machines.cloud.

“MACHINE AUTOMATION LAB” – STW AND FRAUNHOFER IVI SET SEAL ON COOPERATION

A fundamental basis for autonomously working machines is already being created today with innovative technologies. STW has won an important research partner with the Fraunhofer Institute for Transportation and Infrastructure Systems IVI in Dresden for the collaborative R&D project “Machine Automation Lab“. On 11 July 2019, an event was held to celebrate the cooperation, at which the research group’s logo was presented to the public in a symbolic unveiling ceremony.

A RUSH OF VISITORS TO THE POWER2DRIVE

For the first time, STW took part in the Power2Drive, the international specialist trade fair for charging infrastructure and e-mobility, and was able to record a high number of visitors. The focus was placed on the “ELIAS” electric truck as well as the “powerMELA duo280” drive unit.

STW TO PRESENT ELECTRIC DRIVE CONCEPT POWERMELA DUO280 FOR THE RETROFIT BUSINESS AREA

At this year’s Power2Drive trade fair in Munich, STW is to present its new drive package for utility vehicles with an output of 160 to 280 kW. This package comprises two electric motors with 80 or 140 kW output respectively. The motors drive the summation gearbox, which in turn transmits the force onto the standard gearbox of the utility vehicle. This permits the concept of “Diesel out, electric in” to be realized with little mechanical conversion required and without increasing the original total weight (incl. battery).

THE STW SUCCESS STORY CONTINUES

The family owned company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is ready to face the future with a new group structure and a successful handover to the next generation.

STW EXPANDS PRODUCT AND SOLUTION PORTFOLIO

The Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) is to take over the business unit “Body Control Systems” of INTUS Elektronik GmbH, a company based in Göppingen. The sale took place within the scope of the INTUS Elektronik GmbH focusing strategy. For STW, body control systems represent an important piece of the puzzle regarding the automation of mobile machines.

STW AND KMW FPR THE FIRST TIME AT SMM

At SMM 2018, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and Kaufbeurer Mikrosysteme Wiedemann GmbH (KMW), a long-standing partner and supplier of thin-film technology for sensors for STW, will exhibit their products and services at the leading maritime trade fair for the first time.

PERFECT PARTNERS FOR INTEGRATED CONTROL SOLUTIONS

HAWE Hydraulik and STW Sensor-Technik Wiedemann present their partnership for integrated mechatronic control solutions for mobile machines at the Hannover Messe 2018. Together, the two partners implement complete systems from hydraulics to automation and cloud-based concepts.

SPS IPC DRIVES IN NUREMBERG

From November 28 to 30, 2017, the SPS IPC Drives will welcome its visitors. The STW team looks forward to meet new and existing customers at the new stand. Focus are the solution worlds for the digitalization, automation and electrification of mobile working machines.

ENGIRO AND STW BUNDLE COMPETENCES

ENGIRO GMBH, manufacturer of range extenders and motors, and STW GmbH, manufacturer of products from the fields of digitalization, automation and electrification, have decided to collaborate in the area concerning the electrification of mobile machines.

AGRITECHNICA: WELL WORTH A VISIT

STW will be showing new and exciting developments at this year's Agritechnica in Hall 15 at Stand F49 from 12th to 18th of November. Experience the digitalization, automation and electrification of agricultural machines in our "SymonE" test vehicle.

THE F02 - A RELIABLE PRESSURE SENSOR FOR AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

During the development, maintenance and efficient operation of a mobile machine, many different interested parties become involved with the product along its life cycle.

GENERIC DIGITALIZATION SOLUTIONS

During the development, maintenance and efficient operation of a mobile machine, many different interested parties become involved with the product along its life cycle. Due to the increasing level of automation and electrification of machines, digitalization is the key to the fulfilment of the various requirements expressed by these interested parties.

MODULAR BUILT-IN PRESSURE SEMSORS IN BRAKING SYSTEMS

The technological leader for tractors - AGCO GmbH with their premium brand Fendt – now also uses pressure sensors from the M01 module kit by Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) in the pneumatic and hydraulic brake systems of their large tractors.

BCX - INTELLIGENT SWITCHING, MONITORING AND CONTROL OF POWER

With the BCX family, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is presenting a new generation of on-board control units for mobile machines which combine the distribution of energy in the cabin with monitoring and control functions. The BCX family unites the advantages of the tried and tested ESX control units and flexible power distribution in one device. Through the separation of active and passive electronics, customer-specific versions can also be implemented inexpensively and rapidly.

ENCOUNTER OF THE FOURTH KIND

At the Agritechnica 2017 in Hanover, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will be presenting the first representatives of its fourth generation of controls for mobile applications. The ESX-4CS-GW stands out as a freely-programmable communications gateway due to its new processor architecture, and is supported through the innovative STW development environment openSYDE. At the same time, STW is introducing a new housing concept.

DIGITALIZATION, AUTOMATION AND ELECTRIFICATION FROM A SINGLE SOURCE

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) is to present its comprehensive competence as a supplier for electrical and electronic (E/E) components, modules and system modules with the “SymonE” system demonstrator. “SymonE”, thus making the interaction of data, signals and electricity the focus of this year’s trade fair stand by STW at the Agritechnica in Hanover.

AN EXTENSION TO THE ESX-FAMILY

An extension to the ESX family of mobile central control units: The new small control unit ESX-3CS

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is to present a new member of its ESX family of mobile central control units at the Agritechnica 2017 in Hanover. Freely programmable, compatible with regard to input and output types to other members of the ESX family, and supported through the comprehensive STW toolchain, the ESX-3CS rounds off the third generation of successful ESX control units at entry level. With the introduction of the ESX-3CS, STW is also showing a new housing concept.

SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR

The Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) GmbH has this autumn for the second time received the “Supplier of the Year” award after winning it in 2015 from Maschinenfabrik Krone GmbH, one of the leading manufacturers worldwide in the agricultural technology sector. The award positions STW as the best supplier in the category Electronics.

STW AUF DER INTERAIRPORT EUROPA

For the first time, STW will exhibit at the inter airport Europe in Munich.

KATHARINA WIEDEMANN HONORED WITH THE BAVARIAN ORDER OF MERIT

Ms Katharina Wiedemann, Managing Director of Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and Vice President of the Chamber of Industry and Commerce of Swabia, was honored on 12 July 2017 with the Bayerischen Verdienstorden (Bavarian Order of Merit).

STW TO EXHIBIT AT SENSORS EXPO 2017

STW is exhibiting at Sensors Expo 2017 (Booth 1236) in San Jose, CA, to showcase innovative pressure sensors, inclinometers and other measurement solutions.

MEETING LONDON'S BUS EMISSION GOALS

One of the key tools for hitting London’s target is real-time monitoring of soot particles and nitrogen oxide emissions from a fleet of over 5,000 buses that ply the city’s streets.

STW WITH NEW PARTNER DASA CONTROL SYSTEMS AT TRADE FAIR IN SWEDEN

Elmia Wood is the world's largest trade fair for forestry.

SUCCESSFUL SENSOR + TEST 2017

After three days the Sensor+Test in Nuremberg closed its gates.

STW AT SENSOR + TEST 2017

From May 30 to June 01 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will show its competences in Nuremberg in hall 5, stand 314.

FOCUS ON KOOREA

From May 24 to May 27 STW will exhibit at the construction International Construction Equipment Conex in Seoul, South Korea.

STW AT HMI: CONTINUOUS FUNCTIONAL SAFETY

From April 24 to 29 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will display latest products and competency around sensor and thin film technology at the AMA center in hall 11, stand F35.

SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2017 - QUALITY

At this year’s AGCO supplier day in March, the German based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) was awarded the „Supplier of the Year“ prize in the category of Quality.

STW AT CONFERENCES ON CONNECTIVITY AND MOTOR MANAGEMENT

With focus on solutions for connectivity and data management STW will exhibit at the 2nd Connected Off-Highway Conference in Duesseldorf, organized by the VDI.

EXTENDABLE STW DISPLAYS FOR MOBLIE MACHINES

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is presenting the first extension boards for their VSX display family at this year’s Agritechnica in Hannover. The VSX displays in sizes 8”, 10” and 12” are available today in the Basic, Advanced and Professional equipment versions. The Professional version allows the realization of additional functions through the extension boards.

TECHNICAL TRENDS AND LATEST DEVELOPMENTS FOR MOBILE MACHINES

More than 100 interested experts met for the 16th MobilTron seminar in Mannheim on February 1st and 2nd to explore in depth the „Intelligent working machine“.

STW PRESSURE SENSOR F02 NOW WITH PLD AND SIL2 APPROVAL

With the F02, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) presents a pressure transmitter which has been developed according to the requirements laid down in the standards EN 13849-1 and IEC 61508, and which has been certified by TÜV Saar.

SYTEMS AND SOLUTION BY STW AT THE SPS/IPC/DRIVES

From November 22 to 24 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) presents systems and solutions for the mobile working machine during the SPS/IPC/Drives in Nuremberg.

STW AT THE BAUMA IN CHINA

Already for the sixth time Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW), the specialist for the automation, connectivity and electrification of mobile working machines, will be at the bauma China in Shanghai from November 22 to 25. Fort he Chinese construction machinery market focus will be on the proven ESX control units, new displays and telemetry modules.

STW´S FIRST EXHIBITION IN SOUTH KOREAS

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW), specialist for the automation, connectivity and electrification of mobile working machines, will exhibit at the Kiemsta 2016 in Cheonan, South Korea, from 11/02 to 11/05. Together with its partner Hada STW will present solutions for the agricultural industry.

BATTERY MANAGEMENT SOLUTION AT ELECTRONICA 2016

The innovative mBMS solution for large lithium-ion batteries is exhibited at the both of Linear Technology.

NEW TRAINING YEAR BEGINS AT STW

On September 1, 2016, 15 young people started their careers at Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and Kaufbeurer Mikrosysteme Wiedemann GmbH (KMW).

INNOVATION PRIZE AWARDED TO STW BY BOMAG

At the end of June, the Kaufbeuren-based company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) was awarded for its force of innovation by BOMAG, the international market leaders in the compaction technology sector, at the Ehrenburg near Brodenbach.

STW ACADEMY NOW ONLINE

The training program of STW’s academy is online now. Under the category “Services” you will find “STW Academy”. Clicking this selection you can find our training catalogue with a detailed description of all courses.

E-MOBILITY FOR MOBILE MACHINES

Not only the advancing electrification of work, convenience and drive functions and new electrical components of vehicle technology push the demand for solutions. The stage is set politically, too.

MARINE PROPULSION SCHOW IN AMSTERDAM

The electrical and hybrid propulsion technology is focus of the „Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo“ in Amsterdam. At booth 3080 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) will show its well-tried powerMELA solutions and present its second generation battery management system mBMS2. Beyond electrification we will inform our customers about automation and connectivity solutions.

ON THE SAFE SIDE LONG-TERM WITH THE IEC 61508

Manufacturers of mobile machines are faced with the task of upholding the legal specifications of the Machinery Directive and the Product Liability Act.

STW AT IFAT 2016

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) will show its product portfolio for municipal vehicles in hall 5 at booth 116 at the IFAT, the world leading trade show for environmental technologies and municipal services, in Munich from May 30 to June 03.

STW WITH MEASUREMENT AND CLOUD SOLUTIONS AT SENSOR + TEST

In Nuremberg Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) will demonstrate its measurement and cloud solutions at booth 164 in hall 5 from May 10 to 12.

MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS AND BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AT HMI IN HANNOVER

From April 25 to 29 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will present its new battery management system (BMS) for all popular Lithium-Ion technologies at booth C16 of “Bayern Innovativ” in hall 13 at the “Hannover Messe Industrie”.

ELECTRIFYING AND CLOUD CAPABLE: THE SHOESHINE TRACTOR

At stand 125 in hall A5 you can experience Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) solutions for automation, electrification and connectivity of construction machines. You can also give your shoes a unique shine!

STW OFFERS MEASURING IN THE CLOUD

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) enables its customers to utilize latest cloud technology for storing, presenting and integrating data.

STW AT THE BAUMA IN MUNICH

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will be at the bauma in München in Hall A5, stand 125 from 11th to 17th of April 2016. Solutions for the automation, electrification and connectivity will be demonstrated at our glass tractor and two interactive display towers.

STW AT NUMEROUS TRADE FAIRS

During the first half year of 2016 Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will present its system solutions for automation, connectivity and electrification at several trade fairs. The STW cloud solution will be amongst the most important topics.

SENSOR-TECHNIK WIEDEMANN, MEMBER OF THE EPSG

With the porting of the real-time open-source protocol POWERLINK onto the central control units ESX-3XL and ESX-3XM, and with the data management and telemetry module CONNEX-TC3G, STW will be showing the first access to the world of industrial Ethernet at SPS/IPC/DRIVES.

STW WITH MANY INNOVATIONS AT THE SPS / IPC / DRIVES

From 24 to 26 November, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will be presenting numerous product and system innovations at the SPS / IPC / Drives in Nuremberg. The solutions for the automation branch include power electrification, automation, data management and connectivity with focus on mobile applications and the realisation of “Industrie 4.0” systems.

STW PRESENTS A HOST OF EXCITING NEW INNOVATIONS AT AGRITECHNICA 2015

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will be exhibiting at the AGRITECHNICA in Hannover from 08 – 14 November 2015 and will present a multitude of innovations. STW will show agricultural solutions in power electrification, mobile automation, HMI displays, data management and networking, , and measuring and sensing technology.

KRONE AWARDS STW “SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR”

In autumn of this year, the Kaufbeuren company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) received the “Supplier of the Year Award” as best supplier in the Electronics category from Bernhard Krone GmbH a leading manufacturer of agricultural machinery.

NEW TRAINING YEAR BEGINS AT STW

On September 1, 2015, 7 young people started their careers at Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and Kaufbeurer Mikrosysteme Wiedemann GmbH (KMW). In the next two to three years, they will be trained as industrial clerks, electronic technicians for devices and systems, mechatronics engineers and micro technologists.

FIRST TIME: STW AT BAUMA AFRICA

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) is going to exhibit at the Bauma Conexpo Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa, from Sep. 15th to 18th. During the fair with focus on construction and mining machines STW will present solutions around control and measurement systems, connectivity and power electrification.

FORMULA STUDENT ELECTRIC – STW IN THE RACE

Every year, students from more than 500 universities around the globe design and manufacture formula-style race cars for use on race tracks within the framework of the international design competition “Formula Student”.

INVESTING IN THE FUTURE AT SENSOR-TECHNIK WIEDEMANN (STW)

On the 3rd of August, work on the installation of a new SMT production line began. This new state of the art SMT line will be suitable for production of all electronic products.

IMPROVED MANEUVERABILITY USING ELECTRICITY INSTEAD OF DIESEL

The diesel drive provides the energy, whilst the electric drive line provides optimum load distribution and speed. The combination of these principles has for decades represented the most flexible configuration for a ship’s drive. Now Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) has taken the next step. For the first time, a hybrid drive for a passenger ship with two completely independent energy storage systems and engines has been created: with one diesel main drive and a battery-powered electric auxiliary drive as a maneuvering aid and emergency drive.

30 YEARS OF STW; 30 YEARS OF INNOVATIVE FORCE FROM THE ALLGÄU REGION

This year, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) in Kaufbeuren, a manufacturer of high-tech products in the fields of microelectronics and power electronics, is celebrating its 30th company anniversary.

STW TO BE REPRESENTED AT THE TRADE FAIR INTERSCHUTZ 2015

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will be presenting their products from 8th-13th June 2015 at the INTERSCHUTZ in Hannover. The focus will be placed on the (safety) products from the fields of measuring technology, sensors and control technology.

AMA ASSOCIATION: WE BID WOLFGANG WIEDEMANN FAREWELL FROM HIS FUNCTION AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Wolfgang Wiedemann, Managing Director of Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH, will not be standing again as candidate for his current function as Chairman of the Board of the AMA Association, and we officially took leave of him at a celebratory event within the scope of the SENSOR+TEST trade fair.

STW EXHIBITED AT THE SENSOR+TEST 2015

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) exhibited at the SENSOR+TEST in Nürnberg from 19th – 21st May. The focus this year has been on the safety products from the sensing technology product ranges.

STW – THE FIRST PROVIDER OF A CERTIFIED CODESYS SAFETY SIL2 CONTROL PLATFORM

As an internationally active company, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) has supported its customers, the world-wide leading manufacturers of mobile machines, utility machines and special machines and their users for more than 30 years with the utilization of the latest technical possibilities through networking, e-Mobility and automation.

DRIVE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY APPLICATION AT THE MOBILITEC 2015

No drive without a transmission – the demands on vehicles and machines are too diverse to do without an individual adaptation of speeds and torques or the bundling of power.

SENSOR-TECHNIK WIEDEMANN BUNDLES COMPETENCIES

"What belongs together, grows together " – not so much politically, perhaps, but all the more effectively do the three subject fields which have long characterized the electronics industry complement each other: Measurement technology, microsystem technology and sensors. Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW), part of the bedrock of this branch in Germany, has been processing these topics for thirty years, and is now merging them into one business field.

STW IS THE PROJECT PARTNER OF "E-DELIVERIES IN THE ALLGÄU"

The "e-Deliveries in the Allgäu" project is one of the many projects under the "e-Mobility Allgäu” label. This collects concepts, ideas and activities and brings together companies and institutions that actively promote and advance electromobility in the Allgäu region. Project goals, amongst others, are to gain expertise in e-mobility and the development of the regional networks and partnerships.

STW PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS FOR SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2014

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) will exhibit at the SPS/IPC/Drives in Nuremberg from 25th – 27th November with a new larger stand area. The focus this year will be on the safety products from the sensing and control technology product ranges.

A NEW GENERATION OF SHUNTING LOCOMOTIVE IS LAUNCHED

In the Hatschek cement factory in Gmunden, Austria, a DER 120 shunting robot from specialists Vollert will ensure safe, economical and environmentally-friendly loading operations.

NEW TRAINING YEAR BEGINS AT STW

In September, 15 young people are starting their careers at Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) and Kaufbeurer Mikrosysteme Wiedemann GmbH (KMW).

FORMULA STUDENT ELECTRIC – STW PART OF THE RACE

As part of the international engineering competition “Formula Student”, students from more than 500 universities across the globe design and build Formula racing cars every year for use on the race track.

SENSOR-TECHNIK WIEDEMANN RECEIVES BAYERNS BEST 50 AWARD

On 29 July 2014, Katharina and Wolfgang Wiedemann, Managing Directors of Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW), accepted the BAYERNS BEST 50 Award from Bavaria’s Minister of Economic Affairs Ilse Aigner.

SEMINAR MOBILTRON 2014

“The intelligent mobile working machine”

15-16 October 2014 in Mannheim, Germany

THE STW SAFETY HATTRICK, TIMES 2: 6 SIL 2/PLD APPROVALS IN 6 MONTHS

Within just 6 months Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) has achieved 6 safety approvals for the current generation of 32 bit mobile control units in accordance with the machine safety standards EN 61506, SIL2, EN62061 SIL C2 and EN ISO 13849 PLd.

STW AT HMI / MOBILITEC FROM APRIL 7 UNTIL APRIL 11, 2014

Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) will display the measurement and sensor product range with various new highlights at Hannover Messe.

ELECTRIFICATION OF AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY – THE WORK OF THE AEF

The electrification of vehicles is pushing forward into every industry. Especially in the agricultural sector, electrification offers the possibility to address the challenges of the future. Ultimately increased yield from ever reduced areas is being driven by demographic developments. Keywords such as “precision farming” are indicators of the climbing requirements.

ELECTRIC TAXI EVA DRIVES WITH THE BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FROM STW

EVA, the unique electric taxi for tropical mega-cities celebrated its premier at the Tokyo Motor Show.

NSA ESPIONAGE NOW IN THE TRACTOR?

STW demonstrates with an exhibition model, state of the art data networking in industrial vehicles.

NEW MEMBERS ON THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT AT STW

The senior management of Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) has gained two new members. On August 1st, Sonja Wiedemann and Dr. Michael Schmitt were appointed as managing directors, joining the existing management Katharina und Wolfgang Wiedemann.

STW ON THE FAST TRACK IN THE FORMULA STUDENT ELECTRIC ON THE HOCKENHEIMRING

40 International teams participated in the third Formula Student Electric (FSE) .The young engineers on each team had a year to design a race car using their skills in disciplines such as acceleration, endurance, energy, design and financial planning.

STW PRESENTS A GROUND-BREAKING DRIVE SOLUTION AT MOBILITEC 2013

As part of the "MobiliTec" show, Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH (STW) is presenting a pioneering electric drive for commercial vehicles, buses and mobile machinery.

STW RECENTLY HONORED

The Kaufbeuren company Sensor-Technik Wiedemann (STW) was recently honored with the ‘Supplier of the Year’ award from one of the world’s leading tractor manufacturers, AGCO/Fendt of Marktoberdorf.