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Learn how to assess risks and determine SIL by understanding operator actions as initiating events, independent…

Learn how to assess risks and determine SIL by understanding operator actions as initiating events, independent protection layers, or a part of the safety instrumented function loop.

From humanoid robot strategies to next-generation touch sensors, CES 2026 highlighted major advances in automation and robotics.

From humanoid robot strategies to next-generation touch sensors, CES 2026 highlighted major advances in automation and robotics.

The intelligent bin picking solution features a camera mounted on the robot arm, offering real-time 3D vision and speedy…

The intelligent bin picking solution features a camera mounted on the robot arm, offering real-time 3D vision and speedy picks under a second.

At CES 2026, Neura Robotics showed off its latest commercial and industrial solutions, including a rugged, four-legged…

At CES 2026, Neura Robotics showed off its latest commercial and industrial solutions, including a rugged, four-legged robot, a compact humanoid, and a unified human-robotic ecosystem.

Even highly automated control loops struggle with fault handling. Safe, effective response requires understanding each…

Even highly automated control loops struggle with fault handling. Safe, effective response requires understanding each alarm’s cause and severity and clearly communicating actionable information to operators.

When setting up a new program in a Rockwell PLC, task scheduling is an important and often overlooked issue where errors…

When setting up a new program in a Rockwell PLC, task scheduling is an important and often overlooked issue where errors appear as inconsistencies, often incorrectly attributed to random faults.

By integrating edge networking and OT threat detection, Phoenix Contact and Forescout aim to de-risk converged IT/OT systems.

By integrating edge networking and OT threat detection, Phoenix Contact and Forescout aim to de-risk converged IT/OT systems.

New software, pro-series precision gearboxes, and integrated linear motion solutions highlight Neugart’s push toward…

New software, pro-series precision gearboxes, and integrated linear motion solutions highlight Neugart’s push toward more dynamic, efficient drive systems.

Tackling some of the world's most hostile environments with real-time data. That’s the mission of Septilink, supported…

Tackling some of the world's most hostile environments with real-time data. That’s the mission of Septilink, supported by WAGO, in this prime example of predicting failures to avert disaster.

The VG2 series vision sensors feature integrated lighting, auto-tuning, and a global shutter, enabling precise inspection…

The VG2 series vision sensors feature integrated lighting, auto-tuning, and a global shutter, enabling precise inspection across a wide range of space-constrained applications.

The TX2-60L MedX Ready medical robot combines precise, six-axis motion with a hygienic design for use in critical medical…

The TX2-60L MedX Ready medical robot combines precise, six-axis motion with a hygienic design for use in critical medical and surgical applications.

Welcome to the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026! We’re excited to see where the industrial automation world takes…

Welcome to the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026! We’re excited to see where the industrial automation world takes us in this new year.

Aaeon has launched four new edge PCs and a fanless embedded Box PC, targeting IoT gateways, legacy system upgrades, and…

Aaeon has launched four new edge PCs and a fanless embedded Box PC, targeting IoT gateways, legacy system upgrades, and AI-powered industrial automation.

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.

Cam profiles are a great way of strictly controlling two servo axes to follow a predefined path. Follow along as we dive…

Cam profiles are a great way of strictly controlling two servo axes to follow a predefined path. Follow along as we dive into setting up and programming an electronic cam profile.

The new AchieVe FBM series rectangular photoelectric sensors combine affordability and versatility for object detection…

The new AchieVe FBM series rectangular photoelectric sensors combine affordability and versatility for object detection up to 10 meters.

A practical, experience-driven guide to designing and wiring electrical cabinets for machine-tending robotic cells.

A practical, experience-driven guide to designing and wiring electrical cabinets for machine-tending robotic cells.

Banner Engineering’s S15Y Slimline M12 splitters simplify sensor wiring with compact overmolds, extended leads, and…

Banner Engineering’s S15Y Slimline M12 splitters simplify sensor wiring with compact overmolds, extended leads, and flexible M8 or M12 branches.

The common narrative is that data-driven predictive maintenance can greatly reduce downtime costs. Learn about one…

The common narrative is that data-driven predictive maintenance can greatly reduce downtime costs. Learn about one critical feature of data collection that can enable manufacturing effectiveness.