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Omron’s Edge Device Simplifies Data Collection, Connects Legacy Devices

Omron’s Edge Device Simplifies Data Collection, Connects Legacy Devices

Omron has built its DX100 Data Flow Edge device to bridge OT data collection and IT communications. The device connects to existing equipment and features a low-code environment for fast deployment.


News Jan 23, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Autotool To Host Automation Tech Day as Part of KUKA Networking Initiative

Autotool To Host Automation Tech Day as Part of KUKA Networking Initiative

KUKA System Partner Autotool will host Automation Tech Day from February 25-26, 2026. The two-day event will serve as an educational networking opportunity with hands-on demonstrations.


News Jan 23, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Using Factory I/O With a Virtual Siemens S7-1200 PLC

Using Factory I/O With a Virtual Siemens S7-1200 PLC

Learn how to control the Factory I/O PLC system simulator using a virtual Siemens S7-1200 PLC, a great tool for testing, training, and automation development without hardware.


Yokogawa Debuts OpreX Intelligent Edge Controller A8 With Data Stream

Yokogawa Debuts OpreX Intelligent Edge Controller A8 With Data Stream

The Linux-based controller features a new data-centric development architecture, enabling application reusability, and an inter-controller time synchronization functionality, coordinating up to 16 units.


News Jan 22, 2026 by Seth Price
AutomationDirect Expands Terminal Block Solutions for Control Panels

AutomationDirect Expands Terminal Block Solutions for Control Panels

The Konnect-It line of terminal blocks from AutomationDirectadds flexible terminal block options for crowded control panels and industrial enclosures.


News Jan 21, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Teknic Introduces Integrated Brushless Servo Motor With Ethernet/IP

Teknic Introduces Integrated Brushless Servo Motor With Ethernet/IP

Teknic’s ClearPath-IP brushless servo motor integrates an EtherNet/IP vector servo drive and high-resolution encoder into a single unit. Units are available from 1/8 to 7.7 hp.


News Jan 21, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Creating and Running a Robot Program for a Meca500

Creating and Running a Robot Program for a Meca500

This tutorial explains how the Meca500 executes stored motion programs triggered by a PLC.


Siemens Unveils Digital Twin Composer for the Industrial Metaverse

Siemens Unveils Digital Twin Composer for the Industrial Metaverse

Introduced at CES 2026, Siemens’ Digital Twin Composer connects digital twins, operations data, and industrial AI.


News Jan 20, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Tutorial: Setting up an Inovance HMI With A Mitsubishi PLC

Tutorial: Setting up an Inovance HMI With A Mitsubishi PLC

This guide shows you how to create a simple Inovance HMI project and connect it to a Mitsubishi PLC using serial and Ethernet methods, including practical setup steps and common mistakes to avoid.


Altech Expands GEOS Electrical Enclosures for Harsh Environments

Altech Expands GEOS Electrical Enclosures for Harsh Environments

Designed for outdoor use, the GEOS electrical enclosure combines IP67 protection with flexible mounting and ventilation options.


News Jan 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
SMC Expands Guided Cylinder and Clamp-On Flow Sensor Series

SMC Expands Guided Cylinder and Clamp-On Flow Sensor Series

SMC has added new bore sizes and features to its MGPK series compact guided cylinders and updated its PFUW series clamp‑on flow sensors with non‑intrusive flow sensing from 0 to 200 L/min.


News Jan 18, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Antaria Launches “Ultra-Flat” Five-Port Unmanaged PoE+ Gigabit Switch

Antaria Launches “Ultra-Flat” Five-Port Unmanaged PoE+ Gigabit Switch

The FNP-0500G-T is an ultra-thin PoE switch capable of gigabit speeds and high bandwidth for use in network security cameras, transportation monitoring, and industrial PoE applications.


News Jan 17, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
SMC Updates JSY Series of Five-Port Directional Control Valves

SMC Updates JSY Series of Five-Port Directional Control Valves

The additions, including IP67-rated plug-in connectors, flame-retardant one-touch fittings, and space-saving, 64-station manifolds, target robotic applications ranging from material handling to welding.


News Jan 16, 2026 by Seth Price
Intesis 700 Air Gateways Add Mitsubishi Controller Support

Intesis 700 Air Gateways Add Mitsubishi Controller Support

New compatibility lets Intesis 700 Series gateways expose Mitsubishi HVAC data to BMS platforms without middleware.


News Jan 16, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Synchronized Motion for Servos | Coordinated Axes

Synchronized Motion for Servos | Coordinated Axes

Coordinating motion in three or more axes is a difficult manual process. For more advanced gantry or articulated robots, this motion type solves the complex calculation of a set of related joints.


Emerson Enhances Mobile Access for DeltaV SaaS SCADA

Emerson Enhances Mobile Access for DeltaV SaaS SCADA

With new mobile features, Emerson makes cloud-native SCADA systems easier to monitor and manage from anywhere.


News Jan 15, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
The Role of Sensors and Control Systems in Smarter Conveyor Design

The Role of Sensors and Control Systems in Smarter Conveyor Design

Conveyor technology is rapidly advancing thanks to the close integration of mechanical machines and electrical controls, but it’s important to understand how feedback improves that relationship.


Patlite Expands LR5-LAN Signal Tower Series, Adds EtherNet/IP Models

Patlite Expands LR5-LAN Signal Tower Series, Adds EtherNet/IP Models

The LR5-LAN signal tower lineup now includes EtherNet/IP models, simplifying PLC integration and direct network control for smart factory and industrial IoT applications.


News Jan 14, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Lanner Electronics Releases Industrial PC Designed for Edge AI Applications

Lanner Electronics Releases Industrial PC Designed for Edge AI Applications

The EAI-I351 embedded AI platform is powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor, offering real-time processing and control for industrial robots, AMRs, and smart factories.


News Jan 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
High Frame Rate Cameras Reveal Hidden Machine Vibrations

High Frame Rate Cameras Reveal Hidden Machine Vibrations

A camera-based vibration monitoring method could reduce reliance on accelerometers in noisy industrial environments.


News Jan 13, 2026 by Seth Price