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Advantech Unlocks Edge AI Power With Compact DIN-Rail Industrial PC

Advantech Unlocks Edge AI Power With Compact DIN-Rail Industrial PC

The latest edge-computing controller from Advantech leverages artificial intelligence to speed up control decisions. The controller can be integrated with a carrier stack for even greater edge AI capability.


News Sep 21, 2024 by Seth Price
All About PLCs: Networking and Communications

All About PLCs: Networking and Communications

Learn about the modules and systems that provide a network connection to the outside world, transforming traditional PLCs into true, modern process automation controllers (PAC).


Kawasaki Reveals New CL Cobot Series, Tech Demos at IMTS

Kawasaki Reveals New CL Cobot Series, Tech Demos at IMTS

Kawasaki Robotics and other key industry players collaborated to bring interactive demonstrations focusing on advanced robotics to attendees at the International Manufacturing Technology Show.


News Sep 20, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Understanding I/O Terminal Types And When To Use Them

Understanding I/O Terminal Types And When To Use Them

Embedded, modular, panel mount, distributed, machine mount, and remote, oh my! What does it all mean, and how are you supposed to know which one to choose for your application?


Motion Meets Safety With New CIP Plug-In Module for ABB Drives

Motion Meets Safety With New CIP Plug-In Module for ABB Drives

ABB has expanded and upgraded the safety capability of flagship VFDs with an Ethernet/IP CIP plug-in module capable of sending safe torque off (STO) and safe stop signals without additional wiring.


News Sep 19, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Turck Expands Sensing and Automation Solutions With Latest Hardware

Turck Expands Sensing and Automation Solutions With Latest Hardware

Turck continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in automation technology with its latest hardware, including radar distance sensors, signal amplifiers, HMI/PLCs, and enhanced EtherNet/IP Encoders.


News Sep 19, 2024 by Seth Price
Introduction to Codes and Standards for Instrumentation and Controls Engineers

Introduction to Codes and Standards for Instrumentation and Controls Engineers

Regardless of industry, codes and standards developed by organizations including ISO, ANSI, and IEEE are an integral part of the environment in which we work and have a major influence on engineering and design.


Leuze’s Latest Inductive Sensors Feature Contactless Detection at Longer Ranges

Leuze’s Latest Inductive Sensors Feature Contactless Detection at Longer Ranges

The newest sensor series from Leuze provides users with the low-cost and compact design of inductive sensors while featuring up to a 40 mm switching distance for larger-range applications.


News Sep 18, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Amazon, Covariant, Siemens, and ALPHR Technology Streamline Operations

Amazon, Covariant, Siemens, and ALPHR Technology Streamline Operations

Companies seek to digitize manufacturing and warehouse operations, streamlining the integration of automated machinery and facilitating the development of more efficient robotic technologies.


News Sep 18, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
All About PLCs: Input/Output Modules

All About PLCs: Input/Output Modules

If your facility or workplace uses a PLC, it’s almost certainly because it must interface with physical input and output devices. What kinds of I/O modules exist, and how can you tell the difference?


Copia DeviceLink Now Supports Siemens’ Step 7 5.x Software

Copia DeviceLink Now Supports Siemens’ Step 7 5.x Software

Copia Automation has expanded its list of supported automation software for its popular DeviceLink platform, which monitors factory automation software in real time for code changes and backups.


News Sep 17, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Reveals New Electromagnetic Flowmeters: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster

ABB Reveals New Electromagnetic Flowmeters: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster

The latest release from ABB features two new electromagnetic flowmeters that hope to provide users with a futureproof solution for creating modular flowmeter systems in the industrial environment.


News Sep 17, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
AI Applications in Warehouse and Inventory Management

AI Applications in Warehouse and Inventory Management

Inside the walls of a manufacturing or storage facility, AI is used heavily to prevent shortages and bottlenecks. Learn about the algorithms used within various warehouse applications.


Calling All Engineers: The 2024 Control Engineering Survey

Calling All Engineers: The 2024 Control Engineering Survey

The quality of our educational content comes from truly understanding our audience. We need your help to give us the best snapshot of today’s industry, plus a chance to win Amazon gift card prizes!


News Sep 16, 2024 by David Peterson
Aerotech’s Hexgen HEX150-125HL Hexapod Delivers Accurate Positioning

Aerotech’s Hexgen HEX150-125HL Hexapod Delivers Accurate Positioning

Hexgen HEX150-125HL hexapod positioner from Aerotech makes precision linear and angular positioning possible for the semiconductor, aerospace, and optics industries.


News Sep 16, 2024 by Seth Price
Zebra Technologies Employs Deep Learning To Boost Machine Vision

Zebra Technologies Employs Deep Learning To Boost Machine Vision

Zebra Technologies has announced its newly upgraded Aurora machine vision software, which integrates new deep learning tools for enhanced visual inspection applications.


News Sep 15, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
HMS Networks Releases the Anybus Defender Industrial Security Lineup

HMS Networks Releases the Anybus Defender Industrial Security Lineup

HMS Networks has released the Anybus Defender family of industrial security appliances, consisting of four scalable models specifically engineered to protect crucial network infrastructures.


News Sep 14, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Improve Process Reliability With Heidenhain’s Newest Machine Tool Inspection Solutions

Improve Process Reliability With Heidenhain’s Newest Machine Tool Inspection Solutions

Heidenhain has released an intelligent tool evaluation system and a tool breakage detector designed to enhance machining reliability, boost operational efficiency, and maximize uptime.


News Sep 13, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Enhanced Robotics and Data Connectivity Aim to Advance Agriculture

Enhanced Robotics and Data Connectivity Aim to Advance Agriculture

Companies aim to improve agricultural operations with the introduction of an autonomous berry-picking robot and the automated data transfer from CNH machinery to CropX's agronomic farm management system.


News Sep 13, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Fundamentals of Grounding and Safety: Protecting People and Equipment

Fundamentals of Grounding and Safety: Protecting People and Equipment

Electrical grounding is used to accomplish several different tasks, but none more important than for the safety of users and equipment while maintaining strict adherence to regulations.