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Emerson’s New Pressure Control Valves Redefine Pneumatic Precision

Emerson’s New Pressure Control Valves Redefine Pneumatic Precision

Emerson has launched a new series of AVENTICS high-precision pressure control valves for enhanced efficiency, flexibility, and accuracy in manufacturing systems dependent on pneumatic power.


News May 21, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
FANUC America Announces CRX-10<em>i</em>A/L Collaborative Paint Robot

FANUC America Announces CRX-10iA/L Collaborative Paint Robot

FANUC has launched a new rendition of a tried-and-true device: a collaborative painting robot, incorporating safe operation into a device that can withstand the demands of painting and coating.


News May 20, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
New Products From Banner Engineering: Light Curtain and Edge Sensor

New Products From Banner Engineering: Light Curtain and Edge Sensor

Banner Engineering is improving safety and detection for industrial automation with the launch of two new products: the S4B series light curtain and the EG24 series precision edge sensor.


News May 20, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Metrology Platform Allows Real-Time Battery Electrode Inspection

Metrology Platform Allows Real-Time Battery Electrode Inspection

Thermo Fisher’s Thermo Scientific LInspector Edge In-line Mass Profilometer analyzes electrode coatings in real time to improve battery performance and safety.


News May 19, 2024 by Mike Falter
ABB Expands Industrial Robot Portfolio With Addition of IRB 7710 and IRB 7720

ABB Expands Industrial Robot Portfolio With Addition of IRB 7710 and IRB 7720

The latest additions to ABB Robotics’ 6-axis articulated robot portfolio provide customers with a wider selection of industrial robots to fit their application needs across industries.


News May 18, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Comau Showcases the “Power of Automation” at Automate 2024

Comau Showcases the “Power of Automation” at Automate 2024

At Automate 2024, Comau unveiled its latest innovations in hardware and software that promote sustainability, productivity, and enhanced worker safety in industrial environments.


News May 17, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Mitsubishi HMI Programming Tutorial: Controlling On/Off Bits

Mitsubishi HMI Programming Tutorial: Controlling On/Off Bits

Learn how to use GT Designer 3 to create an interactive control system on Mitsubishi HMIs. With practical examples of simple on/off bits, gain some understanding of HMI designing and programming.


SensoPart Releases Software Update, Redefining Vision Sensor Standards

SensoPart Releases Software Update, Redefining Vision Sensor Standards

SensoPart has recently released a new software update for their VISOR Series that promises to give customers access to features commonly only found on more expensive equipment.


News May 16, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Python Tutorial Part 1 | What is Python and Where do I Start?

Python Tutorial Part 1 | What is Python and Where do I Start?

An introduction to the popular Python language and how to take the first step in learning programming. In this article, learn how to obtain the proper IDE and executable for your OS.


Introducing the edgeConnector Allen-Bradley PLC for Data Integration

Introducing the edgeConnector Allen-Bradley PLC for Data Integration

Softing Industrial has expanded its edgeConnector product family of docker containers to support the widely used Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix controllers.


News May 15, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Festo Creates a Buzz with Swarming Bees and Busy Bacteria

Festo Creates a Buzz with Swarming Bees and Busy Bacteria

Taking cues from biology and putting bacteria to work are allowing Festo to develop new automation processes. These technologies were on display at Hannover Messe 2024.


News May 14, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
3 Lessons From Automate: Looking Toward the Trends of the Future

3 Lessons From Automate: Looking Toward the Trends of the Future

The Automate Show is a great place to get a pulse on the tech that will be driving industrial automation. From the demos and displays, what kind of trends can we expect throughout 2024 and beyond?


News May 14, 2024 by David Peterson
NVIDIA and Intrinsic Collaborate To Advance Robotic Gripping

NVIDIA and Intrinsic Collaborate To Advance Robotic Gripping

NVIDIA and Alphabet's Intrinsic have joined forces to accelerate robotic grasping capabilities by combining their platform expertise and leveraging generative AI and simulation.


News May 13, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Weidmuller Introduces New Modular Compact Terminal Blocks

Weidmuller Introduces New Modular Compact Terminal Blocks

Weidmuller recently launched several new product ranges of multi-purpose terminal blocks, designed to save valuable cabinet space for signal routing and marshaling in distributed control systems.


News May 13, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Bosch Rexroth Welcomes SMC to the ctrlX World as First Pneumatic Supplier

Bosch Rexroth Welcomes SMC to the ctrlX World as First Pneumatic Supplier

The ctrlX World partner network has just gotten larger with the addition of its first pneumatic supplier, SMC Deutschland. Users can now add SMC’s sensors and actuators to their ctrlX automation systems.


News May 12, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Automate 2024: More Exciting Control and Robotics Technology

Automate 2024: More Exciting Control and Robotics Technology

The 4-day Automate trade show held many innovations from over 800 exhibitors. Check out more announcements, featured items, and snapshots of the technology on display to the world!


News May 11, 2024 by David Peterson
Pudu Robotics’ New T300 Robot Puts a Friendly Face to Industrial Transport

Pudu Robotics’ New T300 Robot Puts a Friendly Face to Industrial Transport

The new PUDU T300 industrial delivery robot from Pudu Robotics provides companies with a means to automatically move goods through a factory efficiently and safely.


News May 10, 2024 by Seth Price
Automate 2024 in Chicago: The Exciting First Days of the Show

Automate 2024 in Chicago: The Exciting First Days of the Show

Chicago has been the hub of high-tech automation technology for the past several days. Check out some of the amazing new and innovative tech to discover the trends we can expect for 2024 and beyond.


News May 09, 2024 by David Peterson
Doosan Robotics Showcases Latest Series of Cobots at Automate 2024

Doosan Robotics Showcases Latest Series of Cobots at Automate 2024

Doosan Robotics introduced its latest lineup of collaborative robots, the P-Series, at Automate 2024 this week. The P-Series features the highest payload and longest reach of any Doosan Robotics cobot.


News May 09, 2024 by Austin Futrell
OnRobot Unveils Electric Grippers for Heavy-duty Cobot Applications

OnRobot Unveils Electric Grippers for Heavy-duty Cobot Applications

OnRobot has launched two new electric grippers capable of handling high-payload applications and partnered with Ellison Technologies to power a CNC machine-tending solution.


News May 08, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo