Pepperl+Fuchs and Körber partner on digital production for pharma

Pepperl+Fuchs and Körber have entered into an official partnership to deliver integrated digital production management solutions for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries.

Under the agreement, Pepperl+Fuchs has been certified by Körber as a “PAS-X HMI Device” partner at the Ready level. The certification confirms the compatibility of Pepperl+Fuchs’ GMP-compliant VisuNet human-machine interface (HMI) devices with Körber’s PAS-X manufacturing execution system (MES), a leading digital platform used in pharmaceutical, biotech, and cell and gene therapy production.

Through the collaboration, plant operators can securely access PAS-X MES directly from VisuNet HMIs, whether using fixed workstations, mobile platforms, or handheld devices. Existing field installations have already demonstrated reliable performance of the combined solutions.

The VisuNet HMI product line offers globally available Ex-certifications up to Zone 1/21 and Division 1, a critical factor for regulated pharmaceutical environments. Its modular design allows the display, computing, and power supply units to be replaced in the field, reducing downtime and simplifying maintenance.

According to both companies, the partnership is intended to streamline daily operations, improve access to critical production data, and reduce the risk of errors in pharmaceutical manufacturing. By integrating Körber’s PAS-X MES with Pepperl+Fuchs’ VisuNet HMIs, life sciences manufacturers gain a certified and flexible platform to support efficient, compliant, and future-ready production processes.

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