Relay Terminal Wiring Infographic

Relay Terminal Wiring Infographic

Use this helpful reference to understand the pinouts used by nearly all common ice cube and octal base industrial relays and their matching sockets.


Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

The B-Series micro linear actuator offers up to 300 N of static force and interchangeable tips for push-action tasks such as blister puncturing and valve actuation.


News 19 hours ago by Shawn Dietrich
What is a Signal Conditioner, and Why Do I Need One?

What is a Signal Conditioner, and Why Do I Need One?

There aren’t actually all that many industrial I/O signal types, and most sensors are designed to output just the right type of signal. But… How do we deal with those pesky potentiometers?


ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

The latest ABB Remote Condition Monitoring uses Genix Copilot AI to interpret analyzer health reports, suggest possible causes, and guide maintenance next steps.


News Oct 21, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
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Node-RED: Accessing the Edge With a PLC Module

Node-RED: Accessing the Edge With a PLC Module

Machine designers and OEMs have several practical, economical options to achieve edge connectivity using Node-RED, one of which reduces complexity by using traditional modular PLC control.


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Festo CECC-AX Combines PLC Control and Python for Lab Automation

Designed for life sciences, Festo’s compact CECC-AX controllers automate liquid dispensing, sample transfer, and preparation while supporting Python and PLC control.


News Oct 20, 2026 by Seth Price
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Companion Guide to Ladder Logic / ST Conversion

This guide examines common ladder logic structures and presents the equivalent structured text representation, mainly intended as a learning guide for those getting started with ST.