SPS 2026: VAHLE combines energy, data and control into a single system
From reliable energy supply to the retrofitting of existing systems: VAHLE will be showcasing new solutions for future-proof industrial automation at SPS 2026. Visitors can find the systems provider in Hall 4, Stand 336.
Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KG will be presenting its expanded range of solutions for mobile industrial applications at the Smart Production Solutions (SPS) trade fair in Nuremberg from 24 to 26 November 2026. Under the guiding principle ‘Keep Industry in Motion’, the system provider from Kamen combines power transmission, data communication, positioning and control into a coordinated overall system. At stand 336 in Hall 4, VAHLE will demonstrate how this reduces complexity and helps make systems future-proof. The exhibition presence is complemented by solutions and services for retrofitting, monitoring and the long-term support of existing systems.
“The demands placed on mobile industrial applications go far beyond mere power transmission. Competitive advantages do not arise from individual components, but from the intelligent interplay of the right technologies. This is precisely what we are demonstrating at SPS with our 360-degree service portfolio,” says Andre Adolph, Director of the Automotive Business Unit at the VAHLE Group.
VAHLE is presenting its tried-and-tested solutions for mobile industrial applications, which are used in areas such as automotive manufacturing and intralogistics – for example, in electric overhead conveyor systems (EHB), push-skid systems, automated storage systems and crane systems. The focus is not on the individual product, but on how systems can adapt to changing requirements and be operated reliably for years to come.
On this basis, VAHLE has made “Generate The Perfect Fit” the central theme of its trade fair presentation: power transmission, data communication, positioning and control come together here to form a coherent overall system. “This means our customers receive solutions from a single source rather than individual components,” says Adolph. This reduces the complexity of systems, simplifies the integration of new technologies and makes system architectures more consistent, with less effort required at the interfaces.
New solutions for positioning, communication and power
Several new products demonstrate exactly what this approach entails: with APOS Optic 2.0, VAHLE is presenting the new generation of its optical positioning system. “This combines higher performance, a more compact design and easier integration into the VAHLE system portfolio comprising power supply, positioning and control,” explains Adolph.
The system provider for mobile industrial applications has also consistently further developed its communication technology: SMG 2.0, the new generation of the slotted waveguide, stands for future-proofing, investment protection, scalability and security, as well as support for modern communication standards. “Particularly with regard to IT security, it is crucial that technology is not secured retrospectively, but is developed with security in mind from the ground up,” emphasises Adolph.
PowerNET ultimately demonstrates just how closely energy and communication are converging: the solution adds a communication function to the crane conductor rail, thereby easily transforming it into an automation system that combines power transmission and data communication in a single application.
Availability throughout the entire life cycle
As the level of automation increases, so does the importance of system availability: downtime becomes more costly, modernisation cycles become shorter and the requirements for maintenance and service become more complex. At SPS, VAHLE will demonstrate how service offerings are evolving from pure maintenance to an active contribution to system performance. The focus here is on the entire lifecycle of a system – and thus on a wide range of opportunities for optimisation. These range from retrofitting and condition monitoring, through monitoring and predictive maintenance, to comprehensive lifecycle services and digital service offerings. “Anyone investing in retrofitting today not only extends the service life of a system but also gains time to plan the next modernisation step at their leisure,” sums up the Head of the Business Unit.
One example of this is the new IC-PCM module. It utilises pulse-code modulation (PCM), a process for converting analogue signals into digital data. This enables the modernisation of existing control systems to be carried out cost-effectively. The combination of stationary and mobile control systems supports customers on their journey towards digitalisation whilst also contributing to higher system availability.
Visit VAHLE from 24 to 26 November 2026 at SPS in Hall 4, Stand 336, and find out more about how energy, data and control are converging into a single system.
Would you like to find out more about VAHLE’s solutions in person or discuss specific questions with our experts? Book your personal appointment at SPS now. We look forward to your visit and are pleased to offer you a free trade fair ticket.
