It is not yet possible to predict exactly what Industry 4.0 will look like in automated production. What is certain is that with increasing networking and communication of system components, ever larger amounts of data must be transmitted reliably, even under the most difficult conditions. For example, cables and lines, particularly in sectors such as mechanical engineering, robotics or rail technology, are often exposed to enormous torsional loads or extremely high temperatures and come into contact with various chemicals, oils or cleaning agents. The issue of durability is also of essential importance in relation to Industry 4.0 in the manufacturing sector.

In response to the megatrends of digitization and Industry 4.0, the cable specialist SAB, 70 years after its founding, is presenting itself as highly innovative and is introducing a series of new Industrial Ethernet cables in categories 6, 6A, 7 and 7A, which are not only extremely robust but also ensure fast and efficient data transmission. The focus is on two Industrial Gigabit Ethernet cables that were specially developed for the increasing data transmission rates in automation. In addition to the world first CATLine CAT 7A RT, a CAT 7A cable suitable for robots, SAB Bröckskes is presenting a cable suitable for drag chains with UL/CSA approval – CATLine CAT 7A S.

SAB does not just limit itself to the manufacture of cables and lines, but also offers its customers in automation technology development support, e.g. in the area of new communication systems in drive technology. Customer requirements are implemented in new products using SAB’s experience as a manufacturer of highly flexible cables. According to the manufacturer, the short-term and flexible production of sample lengths is possible.