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ABB’s Optical Sensor will Monitor Methane Levels from Space

ABB’s Optical Sensor will Monitor Methane Levels from Space

ABB, in conjunction with SpaceX, sent a new tool into space for monitoring greenhouse gases.


News Mar 03, 2021 by Seth Price
Aetina’s New SuperEdge Product Series Designed for Machine Learning and Inference Applications

Aetina’s New SuperEdge Product Series Designed for Machine Learning and Inference Applications

Aetina launches a new edge AI inference platform that is NVIDIA NGC-ready and scalable.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

To support data processing over the cloud with edge computing, Stratus launched a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) program to host operational technology through OEM integration training.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Leah Scully
Beckhoff’s TwinCAT 3 NC I Designed for Precision in Polishing and Grinding Robotics

Beckhoff’s TwinCAT 3 NC I Designed for Precision in Polishing and Grinding Robotics

Beckhoff expands its efforts with the TwinCAT 3 NC I software, to improve the precision and efficiency of its automated polishing and grinding machines.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

An Introduction to Gas Leakage Detection Systems

Learn about the requirements and importance of a gas leakage detection system.


SMC Corp Releases New Automation and Control Solutions in 2021

SMC Corp Releases New Automation and Control Solutions in 2021

SMC Corporation introduces a new CG1 Series Air Cylinder, EX600-W Wireless Compact Remote Unit, and updated MSQ series rotary tables.


News Mar 01, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Teledyne Provides Image Sensors for Instrumentation Onboard the Mars Rover Perseverance

Teledyne Provides Image Sensors for Instrumentation Onboard the Mars Rover Perseverance

Teledyne collaborates with NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover by contributing several instrumentation sensors and optical sensors.


News Mar 01, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
How Does a DC Motor Work?

How Does a DC Motor Work?

Modern circuitry and technology have allowed innovations in DC motor applications, leading to distinct differences between brushed and brushless DC motors.


Understanding Peristaltic Pumps

Understanding Peristaltic Pumps

Peristaltic pumps are used in applications where contamination of the fluid passing through the pump is unacceptable. In this article, learn how these pumps work and see the different applications where they're used.


Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

Comparing Industrial PCs to PLCs and PACs

A brief overview of controllers through history and an analysis of factors to consider when deciding which one to use.


Comparing Industrial PCs against PLCs and PACs

Comparing Industrial PCs against PLCs and PACs

This article offers a brief review of types of controllers through history and an analysis of factors to consider when deciding what to use.


 Universal Robots Wraps Up Cobot Expo Series, Providing Training for Machine Tending Applications

Universal Robots Wraps Up Cobot Expo Series, Providing Training for Machine Tending Applications

Universal Robots hosts the Cobots Expo Series, with five virtual events that focus on using collaborative robots in various machine tending applications.


News Feb 26, 2021 by Seth Price
Liquatite Flexible Food-Grade Conduits from Electri-Flex are Now Antimicrobial

Liquatite Flexible Food-Grade Conduits from Electri-Flex are Now Antimicrobial

Electri-Flex announced the release of their latest food-grade conduit for use in the food and pharmaceuticals industry.


News Feb 26, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Leakage Detection Systems: Considerations for Corrosive and Non-Corrosive Materials

Leakage Detection Systems: Considerations for Corrosive and Non-Corrosive Materials

Learn about the essential aspects of liquid leakage detection systems and considerations for detection systems used with corrosive and non-corrosive materials.


Banner Engineering Releases a Radar Sensor and a Lighted Cordset to Advance Industry 4.0 Efforts

Banner Engineering Releases a Radar Sensor and a Lighted Cordset to Advance Industry 4.0 Efforts

Banner Engineering recently announced two new products: the Banner T30R radar sensor for use in challenging sensor environments and lighted cordsets to accelerate troubleshooting and commissioning of equipment and sensors.


News Feb 25, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
 Antaira Introduces New PoE Network Switches for Industrial Applications

Antaira Introduces New PoE Network Switches for Industrial Applications

Antaira has released two new Power Over Ethernet (PoE) switches for rugged, industrial environments.


News Feb 25, 2021 by Seth Price
Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.


Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Networks announced an expansion of its partnership with GE Digital.


ABB Expands Manufacturing Portfolio with Magnetic Levitation Shuttle System

ABB Expands Manufacturing Portfolio with Magnetic Levitation Shuttle System

ABB is adding API’s six degrees of freedom magnetically levitating shuttle system to support flexible manufacturing solutions available to a wider market.


News Feb 24, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak recently designed and released the LA36 Long Life, a new linear actuator built for various environments.


News Feb 23, 2021 by Seth Price