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Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Techman’s AI mobile robot automates book retrieval in Taiwan’s libraries, boosting accuracy, reducing repetitive tasks, and enhancing customer service.


News Nov 18, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Tutorial: Driving a Mecademic Industrial Robot with a Rockwell PLC

Tutorial: Driving a Mecademic Industrial Robot with a Rockwell PLC

Learn how to drive a compact Meca500 industrial 6-axis robot with a CompactLogix PLC over an Ethernet connection, transferring direct TCP set points in joint and world coordinate systems.


Bosch Rexroth Expands ctrlX Automation Ecosystem at 2025 Media Day

Bosch Rexroth Expands ctrlX Automation Ecosystem at 2025 Media Day

Discover Bosch Rexroth’s 2025 ctrlX Automation updates, including expanded ctrlX OS, new hardware, and deeper ctrlX World partner collaboration.


News Nov 17, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Rosemount Transmitters Feature Real-Time Control and WirelessHART

Rosemount Transmitters Feature Real-Time Control and WirelessHART

Emerson has added built-in control and wireless connectivity to its new Rosemount pressure, level, and flow transmitters in an effort to reduce costs and simplify operations.


News Nov 16, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Danfoss Unveils Cool Ctrl Panels for Simplified Industrial Refrigeration

Danfoss Unveils Cool Ctrl Panels for Simplified Industrial Refrigeration

The Cool Ctrl evaporator control panels are preconfigured with control logic and available in standard and advanced models to meet the needs of new and existing refrigeration system installations.


News Nov 15, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
New HMI V7 Firmware Enhances Industrial Monitoring With IP Cameras

New HMI V7 Firmware Enhances Industrial Monitoring With IP Cameras

R. STAHL’s Remote HMI V7 firmware adds ONVIF IP camera support, boosting process visibility, safety, and system health for modern industrial environments.


News Nov 14, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Pneumatically Actuated Exoskeleton Aims To Reduce Workplace Injuries

Pneumatically Actuated Exoskeleton Aims To Reduce Workplace Injuries

Researchers from the University of Texas at Arlington have created the Pneumatically Actuated Soft Elbow Exoskeleton (PASE), reducing muscle usage by 22% during lifting activities.


News Nov 14, 2025 by Seth Price
A New Way to Robot: A Teach Pendant Feel With Structured Text Language

A New Way to Robot: A Teach Pendant Feel With Structured Text Language

Meet the Meca500 6-axis arm, a robot known for its ultra-high precision and compact footprint. Learn how to use the web server for programming and 6-axis jogging with a structured text interface.


Keeping Cool. WEG’s New Water-Cooled Motors Take the Heat Off

Keeping Cool. WEG’s New Water-Cooled Motors Take the Heat Off

The new W22 water-cooled motor line uses liquid cooling to deliver high power density, low noise, and reliable operation in space-constrained and harsh environments.


News Nov 13, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Kyntronics, Delta, and MTE Shine at Rockwell Automation Fair

Kyntronics, Delta, and MTE Shine at Rockwell Automation Fair

What are Kyntronics, Delta Motion, and MTE Corporation bringing to the table at the Rockwell Automation Fair 2025? Explore with us and unlock the latest innovations.


News Nov 12, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Workbench Simplifies Micro Control

Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Workbench Simplifies Micro Control

The new FactoryTalk Workbench from Rockwell streamlines programming, configuration, and diagnostics for Micro800 control systems.


News Nov 12, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Cut and strip cables with a screwdriver. Weidmuller’s new Swifty CS is an all-in-one tool that speeds up and simplifies electrical installations.


News Nov 11, 2025 by Seth Price
All About The Legendary Stack Light

All About The Legendary Stack Light

The stack light has a simple but powerful purpose: to report the status of the equipment. Follow along as we take a deep dive into the venerable illuminated signal tower.


SMC Updates EXW1 Wireless System with New Mounting and Diagnostic Features

SMC Updates EXW1 Wireless System with New Mounting and Diagnostic Features

SMC’s EXW1 and EX600-W wireless units add DIN-rail mounting, maintenance logs, and stronger noise protection for everyday factory use.


News Nov 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
A Look at Festo’s “Gantry Palletizer in a Box” for Cost-Effective Automation

A Look at Festo’s “Gantry Palletizer in a Box” for Cost-Effective Automation

The FPaKit is an all-in-one gantry system designed to simplify palletizing. The kits feature predesigned and configured Festo hardware and software and are available in standard and customizable setups.


News Nov 09, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Introduces R50 Zero Pressure Accumulation Control Modules

Banner Introduces R50 Zero Pressure Accumulation Control Modules

The R50 control modules for conveyor zone control feature two modes of operation. The zero pressure accumulation mode enables uniform product spacing, while the slug release mode enables a continuous product stream.


News Nov 08, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

The new fiber optics units, fiber optic amplifiers, and fiber optic amplifier communication converters offer system flexibility for a wide range of industrial applications.


News Nov 07, 2025 by Seth Price
Oriental Motor Adds Flat Type Stepper Motors to PKP Series

Oriental Motor Adds Flat Type Stepper Motors to PKP Series

The new flat type stepper motors feature a slim, lightweight design and a built-in magnetic encoder for accurate positioning and speed control in tight spaces.


News Nov 07, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Demo Day: Vention Launches New Products During Annual Event

Demo Day: Vention Launches New Products During Annual Event

Vention’s annual event featured a new look at the Zero-Shot Automation strategy, along with the unveiling of platform enhancements to improve development, simulation, and collaboration.


News Nov 06, 2025 by David Peterson
A Little Power Goes A Long Way: New Lutze LEPOS Power Supplies

A Little Power Goes A Long Way: New Lutze LEPOS Power Supplies

New LEPOS power supplies from Lutze offer dependable DC power with up to 94% efficiency, built-in protection, and easy installation for industrial use.


News Nov 06, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell