ABB’s New Severe-Duty Motors Deliver NEMA Premium 4 Efficiency

ABB’s New Severe-Duty Motors Deliver NEMA Premium 4 Efficiency

ABB has updated its SD200 severe-duty motor platform with a high-efficiency version to comply with the U.S. Department of Energy's upcoming 2027 motor efficiency requirements.


News 15 hours ago by Shawn Dietrich
Remote Industrial Equipment Connections: Benefits and Risks

Remote Industrial Equipment Connections: Benefits and Risks

Connecting to equipment remotely can save time and travel expenses. It is a powerful tool, but with great power comes great responsibility.


Banner Adds Current Monitoring to Its Snap Signal Sensor Lineup

Banner Adds Current Monitoring to Its Snap Signal Sensor Lineup

Monitor single- and three-phase AC loads with Banner’s S15C sensors, featuring split-core installation, RMS readings, thresholds, IO-Link, and Modbus.


News Aug 16, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Reversing Motor Contactors: Interlocking Methods That Prevent Short-Circuits

Reversing Motor Contactors: Interlocking Methods That Prevent Short-Circuits

Installing a reversing contactor is only half the project; ensuring safety and reliable performance under load is a top priority for motor control designs.


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The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

Get ready for a control-themed roller coaster ride, pitting two PLCs against one Modbus I/O rack, and you might be shocked at the results: Who will win… And who will lose?


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Emerson Adds AI Agents to Ovation for Faster Troubleshooting

AI agents in Emerson's Ovation 4.0 help operators diagnose alarms, identify root causes, monitor control loops, and prioritize predictive maintenance.


News Aug 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
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Siemens Brings AI and Software Workflows to Industrial Engineering

AI-powered visualization and simulation tools from Siemens help engineers accelerate automation development, collaborate more effectively, and test designs faster.


News Aug 08, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo