ARC Europe

Since 1999, ARC has established its European headquarters in Dusseldorf, Germany. ARC has several offices across Europe, located throughout Germany, Belgium, and France. ARC European analysts cover a wide range of topics including Industrie 4.0, smart machinery, sensors, automation, plant and enterprise software.

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ARC Europe Viewpoints

Aug
07
2026

Chantal Polsonetti — Industry Best Practice

New LoRa Alliance Standards Target Faster Deployments, Simplicity, and Scalability

The LoRa Alliance has introduced new specifications and technical guidance designed to automate LoRaWAN device onboarding, reduce deployment complexity, and extend connectivity into hard-to-reach locations.

Aug
06
2026

Chantal Polsonetti — Company and Product News

Belden Q2 Results Highlight Demand for AI-Ready Network Infrastructure and IT/OT Convergence

Belden’s record second-quarter results reflect growing demand for AI-ready network infrastructure, industrial automation, and integrated IT/OT networking following its acquisition of RUCKUS Networks.

Aug
06
2026

Chantal Polsonetti — Company and Product News

Siemens Unveils SCALANCE XFM-200 Compact, Flat Managed Switches for Cabinet-Critical Installations

Siemens’ SCALANCE XFM-200 managed switches combine a compact form factor, Gigabit Ethernet options, and advanced redundancy features for space-constrained industrial installations.

Aug
06
2026

Chantal Polsonetti — Company and Product News

Belden Expands Industrial Wi-Fi 6 Portfolio with DAP849 Industrial Access Point

Belden’s DAP849 industrial Wi-Fi 6 access point combines rugged wireless connectivity, managed switching, fiber uplinks, and direct AC power for outdoor and trackside applications.

Aug
05
2026

Colin Masson — Technology Trends

The Open Architecture Contract: How MCP and i3X Act as the Drainage Pumps of the Autonomous Plant

MCP and CESMII i3X provide the open grammar, shared vocabulary, and governance controls needed to connect autonomous AI agents securely across industrial systems.

Aug
04
2026

Craig Resnick — Company and Product News

PTC Q3 Results Highlight Demand for Product Lifecycle Modernization and AI-Ready Engineering Platforms

PTC’s Q3 fiscal 2026 results reflect continued demand for product lifecycle and engineering software as manufacturers build connected, AI-ready product data foundations.

Aug
04
2026

Janice Abel — Company and Product News

Sahajanand Medical Technologies Deploys Siemens Teamcenter to Connect Product and Quality Processes

Sahajanand Medical Technologies has deployed Siemens Teamcenter to create a centralized product lifecycle management environment connecting engineering, quality, regulatory, and program management processes.

Aug
04
2026

Chantal Polsonetti — Industry Trends

July US Manufacturing PMI at 55.6 Percent, Production at Highest Level in Almost Five Years

US manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest rate in more than four years in July 2026, as production reached its highest level since November 2021 and employment returned to growth.

Aug
04
2026

Marianne D’Aquila — Acquisition or Partnership

Dassault Systèmes to Acquire ArisGlobal for Life Sciences AI and Compliance Capabilities

Dassault Systèmes has agreed to acquire ArisGlobal for up to $2 billion, expanding its life sciences portfolio with AI-enabled regulatory, safety, quality, medical affairs, and real-world evidence capabilities.

Aug
04
2026

Craig Resnick — Company and Product News

Schneider Electric Study Examines Arc Flash Risk in 800 VDC AI Data Centers

Schneider Electric has published an analysis of arc flash risk in two emerging 800 VDC data center architectures, examining how system design, capacitor placement, fault behavior, and protection strategies affect incident energy.