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In the context of Automatica 2025, where the latest innovations in automation and robotics converge, one of the less visible yet more powerful keys to the new industrial paradigm is the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Among the numerous providers present, ADAMOS stands out as an independent manufacturer IoT platform that embodies the collaborative spirit of Industry 4.0.
ADAMOS: Strategic Alliance for the Industrial Future
Founded in 2017 by engineering giants such as DMG Mori, Dürr, Zeiss, ASM PT, and Software AG, the ADAMOS (Adaptive Manufacturing Open Solutions) initiative was born in response to the need for a common IoT platform for the industrial machinery sector. Today, the alliance includes 15 companies that utilize a technology infrastructure based on Cumulocity IoT from Software AG, offering modular solutions for digitizing processes without being tied to a single provider.
Smart Painting and Total Traceability: The Example of Dürr
One of the most notable use cases at the fair is the data analysis system developed by Dürr for its robotic painting systems. This software captures the entire painting process in real-time, generating a digital footprint for each vehicle body: from the movements of the robot and paint consumption to the exact position of the body. In the event of a defect, the system allows for immediate identification of the source of the failure, improving quality control and reducing waste.
Through streaming analytics, algorithms detect anomalies during the process and alert the operator within seconds, before further errors occur. These types of solutions, designed with ADAMOS’s PaaS architecture, are clear examples of how robotics, sensors, and artificial intelligence converge in tangible industrial applications.
Open and Collaborative IoT: The SaaS Model Prevails
Thanks to the Platform as a Service (PaaS) capabilities of Cumulocity, ADAMOS members can develop and offer specialized software as Software as a Service (SaaS). Companies like Siemens and Bosch already leverage this structure to provide predictive maintenance services and intelligence in managing industrial devices.
This approach enables each manufacturer to focus on their specialization while using a common platform that reduces costs, improves interoperability, and accelerates the adoption of digital technologies even in demanding environments such as steel mills.
Overview of IoT Platforms at Automatica 2025
ADAMOS is not the only relevant player. The fair also showcased the competitive dynamics among giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, SAP, PTC, and GE, each with diverse approaches to IoT infrastructure (IaaS), PaaS platforms, or out-of-the-box solutions (SaaS). However, for many industrial SMEs, the generic solutions from cloud giants can be too rigid or lacking in sector-specific functionality.
This is exemplified by Velco, a manufacturer of remote maintenance systems, which opted for a solution from Turck, specialized in extreme industrial environments. This trend reinforces the rise of hybrid and open IoT platforms that combine the robustness of edge computing with the scalability of the cloud.
Industrial IoT: Expanding Rapidly
According to data from IDC, the IoT platform market is expected to grow by 29% annually over the next five years. In Germany, 42% of companies have already initiated IoT projects or are in pilot phases, and one in three is using specialized platforms. This makes the choice of an IoT solution a strategic decision that can determine the success or failure of a plant’s digital transformation.
Conclusion
The ADAMOS model represents a middle ground between global technology giants and the specific needs of the European industrial fabric. By opting for an open, scalable, and industry-focused platform, ADAMOS partners are ensuring that digitalization is not just a promise, but an integrated reality in every production line.
With this collaborative vision, Automatica 2025 confirms that the future of industrial IoT will be as open as it is interoperable, and as human as it is intelligent.
Source: Automatica