SPS 2026: The System – do it.
How Eplan and Rittal make data useful, usable and available across all processes
Why is it when companies invest heavily in digitalisation and automation that data processing still takes so much time? The question is not so much which specific technology will bring about the next improvement. The key question is: How can data be made useful, usable, and available across all processes?
Visit Eplan, Rittal and Rittal Automation Systems and explore how individual and distinct solutions come together and combine to form a seamless, end-to-end system.
Find out first-hand how you can
- Reduce time and effort required for planning and design
- Create connections across the industrial ecosystem,
- Enable collaboration through a common platform,
- Ease the workload pressure on your staff – especially skilled staff
- Harness and leverage the potential of AI
SPS 2026 in Nuremberg, 24 to 26 November, Hall 3C, Stand 321
Our Eplan trade fair highlights:
Eplan Platform 2027: Develop ideas without limits
The benchmark for engineering software enters the next phase with version 2027. Look forward to these and other highlights:
- More structure, more performance and benefits: Enhanced functionality as standard
- Eplan Copilot – the intelligent assistant for the engineering of the future: Real-time knowledge and support
- More powerful pre-planning for all requirements
- Automated wiring and wire-end processing
- Revised item management for consistent data across projects and teams
- Enhanced graphical editor for a clearer overview and faster decision-making in the Insert Centre
- Consolidated data management in the cloud for optimal collaboration with Eplan’s own infrastructure
Automated Project Generation – now in 3D!
The automated creation of circuit diagrams has long been possible with Eplan tools – and at SPS 2026, automated project generation is now also available in 3D! With the Automated Project Generation cloud service (formerly eBuild), you can use your bills of materials to automatically place your components on the mounting plate of a 3D control cabinet in Eplan Pro Panel according to predefined layouts with just a few clicks. This approach offers you an easy introduction to automated engineering.
Our tip: Are you generally interested in the topic of automated engineering? Then do come and speak to our experts from Eplan Consulting directly at our stand – we’d be happy to advise you.
Eplan Smart Sourcing: New suppliers available
With Eplan Smart Sourcing, users can find out right from the engineering stage which components are available from participating manufacturers or distributors. The good news is that more and more suppliers are sharing the availability of their components via Eplan Smart Sourcing. At SPS, we’ll be introducing DigiKey and Zajadacz as the latest additions to our network. What’s more, other top-tier companies are already in the starting blocks! Are you a component manufacturer or distributor yourself and would like to find out about the benefits of Eplan Smart Sourcing? At our stand, there will be plenty of opportunities to get in touch with our team, with no obligation. We look forward to seeing you!
Product Change Notification (PCN): Data quality guaranteed!
Eplan and Phoenix Contact are joining forces to demonstrate how the Product Change Notification concept can be implemented in practice: At SPS 2026, Phoenix Contact’s product data, including all updates, will be automatically transferred to the Eplan Data Portal using AAS technology, where it will be available to Eplan customers. Information on product changes is available in real time, and Eplan users receive targeted notifications regarding the Phoenix Contact components they use.
Eplan Copilot: Be inspired!
Have you heard of Eplan Copilot, the AI solution for electrical design? It has been specially developed to meet your engineering requirements and helps software users realise the full potential of the Eplan platform. Copilot is based on validated knowledge within a certified, secure environment. We’d be delighted to share ideas with you on what you can achieve with this AI solution and which prompts will help you reach your goals quickly – let our consultants inspire you!
Bavarian brunch for partners and component manufacturers
On Wednesday, 25 November 2026, from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm, we will once again be offering you interesting insights into the latest trends, best practices, software solutions and device data over sausages and pretzels at the SPS trade fair in Nuremberg.
