November 7, 2025

Interview with the CEO of Murrelektronik: “The automation pyramid becomes a volcano

The automation world is increasingly realizing that open automation is not just a buzzword for Murrelektronik, but rather a principle of efficiency. The trade magazine openautomation, which highlights markets, trends, and innovations in the world of open automation, therefore conducted an in-depth interview with Murrelektronik CEO Dr. Ulrich Viethen for its current issue 6/2025—and also invited him to talk on its podcast series “WeLiveOpenAutomation.”

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