Bachmann electronic is expanding its automation offering with a suite of new technologies, including the M100 CPU platform, the PPC1200 Panel PC, and AI-assisted engineering support for its SolutionCenter software.
The Austrian automation specialist will debut its new developments at the SPS trade fair in Nuremberg next month.
The centrepiece of Bachmann’s presentation is the M100 control platform, which now forms a complete automation system suitable for both compact machinery and large-scale industrial installations. The new CPS100 CPU family comprises eight models built on Intel x86 processors, ranging from a dual-core 1.2 GHz unit to a quad-core 1.9 GHz module.
A key innovation is the shift to a Linux-based real-time operating system using the PREEMPT_RT configuration. This marks a strategic move towards combining the openness and stability of Linux with deterministic real-time performance. Cybersecurity has been integrated at every level: all CPUs feature TPM 2.0 chips, Secure Boot capability down to the kernel, and compliance with IEC 62443 and ISO 27001 standards. Even fieldbus couplers have been secured with boot authentication to protect against supply chain interference.
Bachmann is also launching the PPC1200 Panel PC, which succeeds its predecessor with up to eight times the computing power. Available in Eco and Premium variants, the PPC1200 offers flexible interface options for industrial applications and has been designed to withstand harsh operating environments.
In the field of condition monitoring, the company is introducing a scalable smart maintenance solution aimed at gradual adoption across mechanical engineering, process, and manufacturing sectors. The modular approach allows firms to modernise maintenance regimes progressively, aligning investment with operational needs.
For motion control, Bachmann is showcasing a complete system for its M200 platform, comprising M-SMC, M-SHAFT, and M-CNC modules. These enable applications ranging from simple single-axis control to complex multi-axis synchronisation. A universal drive middleware supports integration across manufacturers.
Engineering is set for transformation through the integration of AI agents within the SolutionCenter development environment. The enhancement turns the software into an intelligent co-pilot, offering context-aware assistance in writing and customising control code in line with company standards.
The company’s product line-up is rounded out by the GMP232/x2 grid measurement and protection module, designed for use in power plants, hybrid industrial power grids, and complex electrical load monitoring.
