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Catch up on all the news from your favorite companies. We cover all the latest innovations in motors, sensors, robots,…

Catch up on all the news from your favorite companies. We cover all the latest innovations in motors, sensors, robots, networking, and even some exciting company development news!

Patlite has released a series of explosion-proof light towers consisting of a three-unit LED stack and a smaller…

Patlite has released a series of explosion-proof light towers consisting of a three-unit LED stack and a smaller explosion-proof unit with a flashing function featuring red and yellow indicators.

Join Control Automation for a visit to Beckhoff USA in Minneapolis, MN, as we learn about cabinet-free controls,…

Join Control Automation for a visit to Beckhoff USA in Minneapolis, MN, as we learn about cabinet-free controls, high-speed motion, and magnetic conveyance working to drive the future of the industry.

New robot controllers from FANUC released as the IMTS 2024 promise cybersecurity enhancements, Python integration,…

New robot controllers from FANUC released as the IMTS 2024 promise cybersecurity enhancements, Python integration, improved remote capabilities, energy savings, and vision improvements.

A team of researchers from Washington State University used artificial intelligence to manipulate 3D printing processes…

A team of researchers from Washington State University used artificial intelligence to manipulate 3D printing processes to make optimally designed models of kidneys and prostates.

Learn all about the power supply: modular and built-in devices that deliver electricity to the PLC backplane and modules,…

Learn all about the power supply: modular and built-in devices that deliver electricity to the PLC backplane and modules, and learn the difference between control and field device power delivery.

FANUC has introduced the 500i-A CNC Control series with 5-axis integrated technology and the α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500,…

FANUC has introduced the 500i-A CNC Control series with 5-axis integrated technology and the α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500, including a larger table, increased tool capacity, and improved speed.

Mission-critical defense technology requires stringent standards to ensure precision, reliability, and robustness. One…

Mission-critical defense technology requires stringent standards to ensure precision, reliability, and robustness. One such standard is MIL-STD-1553B, which has been revolutionizing the way military aircraft, vehicles, and systems communicate since its inception. Learn the best practices for selecting and using MIL-STD-1553B connectors in modern defense applications.

Unveiled for the first time at IMTS, Rethink Robotics debuts three new model series consisting of cobots, AMRs, and…

Unveiled for the first time at IMTS, Rethink Robotics debuts three new model series consisting of cobots, AMRs, and mobile manipulators named the Reacher, Ryder, and Riser.

Aerotech has released a new version of its popular motion control platform, Automation1, which includes new features for…

Aerotech has released a new version of its popular motion control platform, Automation1, which includes new features for data acquisition, HMI visualization, and CNC machine features. 

The new Stride SE3 series of networking hardware from AutomationDirect brings flexibility, affordability, and PoE…

The new Stride SE3 series of networking hardware from AutomationDirect brings flexibility, affordability, and PoE capabilities to industrial communication.

The supply chain is a vast network, from raw materials to components and finished goods. Learn what types of AI…

The supply chain is a vast network, from raw materials to components and finished goods. Learn what types of AI algorithms are employed to predict disruptions and enhance optimization.

Kawasaki Robotics' new educational robot has been designed to provide students and educators with affordable, hands-on…

Kawasaki Robotics' new educational robot has been designed to provide students and educators with affordable, hands-on learning to prepare for real-world industrial robotics applications.

The International Manufacturing Technology Show is set to impress with thousands of displays spanning fabrication,…

The International Manufacturing Technology Show is set to impress with thousands of displays spanning fabrication, machine technology, automation, and more next week at Chicago’s McCormick Place.

Learn best practices for storing both pre-processed and raw high-frequency vibration sensor data to maximize efficiency…

Learn best practices for storing both pre-processed and raw high-frequency vibration sensor data to maximize efficiency and accuracy for applications like predictive maintenance.

Red Lion has expanded its Sixnet Series of VersaTRAK MIPM industrial remote terminal units (RTUs) with two new devices…

Red Lion has expanded its Sixnet Series of VersaTRAK MIPM industrial remote terminal units (RTUs) with two new devices suitable for rugged environments in process applications.

This article surveys the latest control technology in aerial military systems and dives into the latest technologies…

This article surveys the latest control technology in aerial military systems and dives into the latest technologies surrounding underwater mine countermeasure operations.

One of the smallest PLCs on the market, the Millenium Slim by Crouzet, can handle advanced functions with a wireless…

One of the smallest PLCs on the market, the Millenium Slim by Crouzet, can handle advanced functions with a wireless interface and function block (FBD) style IEC 61131 programming.

The new 10Base-T1L SPE Switch from Weidmüller can provide power and data over Ethernet over distances up to 1 kilometer…

The new 10Base-T1L SPE Switch from Weidmüller can provide power and data over Ethernet over distances up to 1 kilometer (.6 miles), reducing wires and increasing reliability.