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Beckhoff Automation Celebrates 30th Anniversary of TwinCAT Software Platform

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Published May 12, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 6:05 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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德國倍福自動化慶祝其 TwinCAT 軟體平台誕生 30 週年，該平台自 1996 年推出以來，引領了工業控制從 DOS 轉向 Windows 及 PC 控制技術的全球標準。

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Published: May 12, 2026

Beckhoff Automation is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its TwinCAT automation software platform. Launched in 1996, TwinCAT revolutionized the industry by transitioning control technology from DOS to Windows-based systems. Over three decades, it has evolved into a comprehensive environment integrating over 100 specialized functions, including PLC, motion control, robotics, and AI. With its hardware-independent approach and support for high-speed EtherCAT communication, TwinCAT continues to bridge IT and OT, providing machine builders with a flexible, future-proof platform for digital transformation.

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德國倍福自動化慶祝其 TwinCAT 軟體平台誕生 30 週年，該平台自 1996 年推出以來，引領了工業控制從 DOS 轉向 Windows 及 PC 控制技術的全球標準。

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