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Schaffner Introduces EMC Filter Series for Data Centers and Robotics

Schaffner introduces its newest electromagnetic compatibility filters for data centers and robotic-automation sectors, allowing for different connection options and saving on space with a 1U rack-mount design.

June 17, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Arduino Pro - Industrial Grade Simplicity

The Arduino you know and love, now for industry, engineers, business and manufacturing. New hardware, new services, new cloud; the same simplicity, power and tools that Arduino is famous for.

In partnership with Arduino Pro

Understanding PLC Program Commands: One-Shots

Many PLC commands are well-known to programmers, including contacts, coils, timers, and counters. But a less-common instruction is the one-shot, capable of harnessing the incredible processing speeds in a CPU.

June 16, 2022 by Jon Peterson

What is Copia Automation?

Tailor-built for controls and automation engineers, Copia Automation, brings modern DevOps tools to PLC programming.

In partnership with Copia

Introduction of Cobots in classrooms accelerates with new state and industry endorsements of Universal Robots

Two major recognitions of Universal Robots’ education programs from the U.S. federal Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute (ARM) and the State of Ohio’s Department of Education pave the way for schools and industry to further leverage cobots, offering employability in robotics careers while upskilling existing workforce.

In partnership with Universal Robots

Doosan Releases Innovative Line of Closer-to-consumer Collaborative Robots

Doosan Robotics, a leader in industrial and collaborative robotics, recently expanded to the Americas, showcasing new robots at Automate 2022 and demonstrating innovative interactions between humans and industrial machines.

June 16, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich

Clarifying Misconceptions About Theoretical vs Physical Circuits

Control engineering is integrally woven together with electricity and electrical circuits. Even so, sometimes the most basic scenarios become misunderstood through lack of training or experience.

June 15, 2022 by Seth Price

Universal Robots Demos New Cobot Solutions at Automate 2022

UR, one of the leaders in cobot technology, displayed a variety of machine tending and tool-holding applications at the recent trade show, as well as one unique, eye-catching concept cobot.

June 15, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Obsolescence in Control Systems - Disaster or Opportunity?

One of the most considerable risks in aging control environments is that eventually, spare parts become obsolete and unavailable, and the lack of an upgrade plan can turn a simple failure into a catastrophe.

June 14, 2022 by Antonio Armenta

Yaskawa Showcases Latest Technologies at Automate 2022

Yaskawa Motoman unveils its HC Series collaborative welding bots, Smart Pattern extension, and Smart Pendant software version 2.1 at the Automate 2022 show.

June 14, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida

Allen-Bradley PLCs - A Hardware History

Credited with coining the name ‘PLC’, Allen-Bradley and parent company Rockwell Automation are major players in the world of control systems. Learn how the hardware platforms have evolved into the familiar modern configurations.

June 13, 2022 by Antonio Armenta

S7 PLCs – Level 1

New S7 Level 1 Complete Course featuring the S7-1200, S7-1500, and TIA Portal / Step 7, is now available in Early Access!

In partnership with The Automation School

PAC Basics Extended Edition

Learn to setup, use, and program the Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PAC (Programmable Automation Controller)

In partnership with The Automation School

Mastering Logix Applications with PLCLogix 5000

Learn to create ControlLogix control programs for several simulated "IO Worlds" based on real world applications using PLC Logix 5000

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What’s New in TIA Portal v17

I sit down with John DeTellem and Luis Narvaez with Siemens to learn what's new in TIA Portal v17 in Episode 71 of The Automation Podcast.

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PLCnext: The Next Generation of PLCs

My guest this week is Ira Sharp of Phoenix Contact who brings us up to speed on PLCNext (TAP 68)

In partnership with The Automation School

The Next Generation of Automation Systems from Schneider Electric

Louis Arone introduces us to the Next Generation of Automation Systems from Schneider Electric (links below) in episode 96 of The Automation Podcast.

In partnership with The Automation School

Innovative Robotic Gripper Advancements Showcased at Automate 2022

The future of robotics and gripping solutions is built around creative designs, including these innovative products introduced by SCHUNK and Soft Robotics.

June 13, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

First Look at Copia Automation

This video introduces you to Copia Automation, a modern developer solution for industrial automation.

In partnership with Copia

Source Control, Git, and Industrial Automation

Learn how smart version control for PLCs can accelerate productivity and maximize uptime.

In partnership with Copia