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Industrial Automation DataCenter (IADC) is Siemens’ hyperconverged IT/OT platform delivering AI at the edge, stronger…

Industrial Automation DataCenter (IADC) is Siemens’ hyperconverged IT/OT platform delivering AI at the edge, stronger security, and resilient operations.

DXMR50 Logic Blocks handle timers, counters, scaling, and I/O directly on equipment, enabling cabinet-free automation for…

DXMR50 Logic Blocks handle timers, counters, scaling, and I/O directly on equipment, enabling cabinet-free automation for smaller systems.

New SmartLight Rigid from Balluff offers glare-free illumination, slim design, and flexible signalling in tight spaces.

New SmartLight Rigid from Balluff offers glare-free illumination, slim design, and flexible signalling in tight spaces.

Manufacturers are cutting costs and speeding automation by replacing separate inspection and code-reading systems with…

Manufacturers are cutting costs and speeding automation by replacing separate inspection and code-reading systems with one smart vision device. Watch our webinar to see how the In-Sight 2800 uses easy, AI-powered tools to handle inspections, code reading, and OCR with minimal setup and proven real-world ROI.

A practical look at how 2NO/2NC contactors and auxiliary contacts can clean up command, feedback, and fault logic in…

A practical look at how 2NO/2NC contactors and auxiliary contacts can clean up command, feedback, and fault logic in motor circuits.

Binder updated its M12 and M16 connectors with triangular molding to improve strain relief, reduce twisting, and extend…

Binder updated its M12 and M16 connectors with triangular molding to improve strain relief, reduce twisting, and extend cable life.

The VOC industrial camera records images and videos 15 minutes before and after a fault event, while the CleverReader…

The VOC industrial camera records images and videos 15 minutes before and after a fault event, while the CleverReader stationary code reader captures 1D and 2D codes at throughput speeds up to 3.5 m/s.

The AFS58 encoder delivers SIL2 and Performance Level d compliance, high-resolution Sin/Cos feedback, and a rugged,…

The AFS58 encoder delivers SIL2 and Performance Level d compliance, high-resolution Sin/Cos feedback, and a rugged, plug-and-play design for smart and precise axis monitoring in demanding environments.

The new CY3S Series from SMC doubles previous speeds, improves stability, and fits compact automation systems.

The new CY3S Series from SMC doubles previous speeds, improves stability, and fits compact automation systems.

“Keeping Industry in Motion” has been Motion’s slogan since 1983. At MODEX, the company showcased motion…

“Keeping Industry in Motion” has been Motion’s slogan since 1983. At MODEX, the company showcased motion components, assemblies, and solutions for the global supply chain.

Maintaining focal distance on a laser marker can require expensive servos or movable fixtures; the AREX400 AF features an…

Maintaining focal distance on a laser marker can require expensive servos or movable fixtures; the AREX400 AF features an internal focal adjustment that accommodates up to 120 mm of focal distance change.

New TS 7plus transfer system combines heavy-load transport, fast speeds, and cleaner operation for battery and aerospace…

New TS 7plus transfer system combines heavy-load transport, fast speeds, and cleaner operation for battery and aerospace production lines.

The SIL2 / PLd-certified versions of the GSH series draw wire sensors offer linear and angular position monitoring for…

The SIL2 / PLd-certified versions of the GSH series draw wire sensors offer linear and angular position monitoring for safety-critical mobile machine applications.

This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the…

This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the FX3U-485-BD. You can control speed and monitor the system using ladder logic.

FANUC will invest $90 million in a new Michigan facility to expand U.S. robotics production and support growing North…

FANUC will invest $90 million in a new Michigan facility to expand U.S. robotics production and support growing North American demand.

Why do "forever" LEDs fail? A technical guide on L70 standards, multi-voltage IC drivers, and a comparison of…

Why do "forever" LEDs fail? A technical guide on L70 standards, multi-voltage IC drivers, and a comparison of industry-leading LED manufacturers.

New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.

New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.

Tool-free Snap In connections and up to 95% efficiency define Weidmuller’s new PROeco II power supplies.

Tool-free Snap In connections and up to 95% efficiency define Weidmuller’s new PROeco II power supplies.

Mobility, inventory tracking, and efficient operations were the central themes of the recent trade show, focusing on…

Mobility, inventory tracking, and efficient operations were the central themes of the recent trade show, focusing on supply chain automation at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.