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Robots Lend an Ear to Search and Rescue Operations

Robots Lend an Ear to Search and Rescue Operations

3DAR-equipped robots use directional sound detection to locate survivors in disaster zones, offering safer and more accurate search and rescue operations.


News Jun 17, 2025 by Seth Price
Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture, industry, and food sectors.


News Jun 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Robotiq’s Palletizing Fit Tool Simplifies End-of-Line Automation

Robotiq’s Palletizing Fit Tool Simplifies End-of-Line Automation

A fast, free planning tool helps manufacturers customize cobot palletizing solutions and understand ROI before investing in a complex system.


News Jun 16, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations precise and efficient by reducing energy use and maintenance costs caused by shaft misalignment.


News Jun 15, 2025 by Seth Price
Beckhoff Expands Cabinet-Free Automation With MX-System Baseplates and Modules

Beckhoff Expands Cabinet-Free Automation With MX-System Baseplates and Modules

Beckhoff has expanded its modular MX-System with the addition of 3-row baseplates and bigger function modules. Now, larger machines with more complicated requirements can benefit from cabinet-free automation.


News Jun 14, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller USA’s industrial relay module series is designed to switch small industrial loads in a variety of applications across industries. The modules feature push-in and screw connection options for simple and versatile setup.


News Jun 13, 2025 by Seth Price
Mitsubishi Debuts MX Series PLC With Built-In AI Tools

Mitsubishi Debuts MX Series PLC With Built-In AI Tools

The new MX PLC from Mitsubishi enables rapid, precise motion control with multi-core CPUs, digital twin support, and cybersecurity built in.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Addverb adopts Infineon’s Bluetooth low energy technology for safer warehouse robotics, AMETEK acquires FARO to expand its presence of 3D imaging and measurement, and Fictiv joins Misumi to scale AI-driven manufacturing.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Oriental Motor Combines Robot Controller and Drivers Into Single Unit

Oriental Motor Combines Robot Controller and Drivers Into Single Unit

Oriental Motor has updated its MRCU series to be able to control up to eight axes from one compact unit that combines the MRC01 robot controller and AZ series drivers.


News Jun 11, 2025 by Seth Price
Tutorial: Single-Axis Motion Control with CMZ Drive, Part 2

Tutorial: Single-Axis Motion Control with CMZ Drive, Part 2

In this article, we continue our tutorial by designing a simple structured text motion program and downloading it to the onboard PLC.


Tutorial: Single-Axis Motion Control with CMZ Drive, Part 1

Tutorial: Single-Axis Motion Control with CMZ Drive, Part 1

In this article, we’ll explore the SBD drive series from CMZ, including setting up the motor, scaling and testing the axis, before creating a simple motion program in the onboard PLC.


Gefran Tackles Factory Complexity with the G-Mation P6 PLC Platform

Gefran Tackles Factory Complexity with the G-Mation P6 PLC Platform

Gefran’s new G-Mation P6 platform simplifies industrial automation with app-based flexibility, cloud integration, and real-time control.


News Jun 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
B&R Launches Fast, Open Codian SCARA Robots for Industry Automation

B&R Launches Fast, Open Codian SCARA Robots for Industry Automation

B&R’s new SCARA robots simplify deployment with open mechanics, mapp Robotics software, and platform-agnostic integration for rapid industrial automation.


News Jun 10, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Safe and Connected | An Intro to IO-Link Safety

Safe and Connected | An Intro to IO-Link Safety

IO-Link technology keeps improving, and with the recent introduction of Safe IO-Link, the automation world is going to get a whole lot more modular.


Weathering the Challenge of Long-Range Data Communications

Weathering the Challenge of Long-Range Data Communications

Join our webinar featuring OMRON and KS Technologies as they explore climate concerns, IoT communications, and weather tracking solutions. Discover their collaboration on addressing these issues with weather sensing stations using LoRa communication, enhancing climate data capture, and streamlined information sharing.


Rockwell Cuts Wiring Time With In-Cabinet Ethernet/IP Solution

Rockwell Cuts Wiring Time With In-Cabinet Ethernet/IP Solution

Rockwell’s new Ethernet/IP in-cabinet system cuts wiring time by up to 80%, reduces panel size, and enhances connectivity and sustainability.


News Jun 09, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 software integrates generative AI and sustainability tools to enhance industrial operations and accelerate decarbonization efforts.


News Jun 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Robotic Hand Features Human-Like Grasp Without Complex Programming

Robotic Hand Features Human-Like Grasp Without Complex Programming

Researchers have developed a robotic hand that features human-like dexterity without the need for complex programming, thanks to the use of compliant materials.


News Jun 07, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple integration and precise, reliable measurement in a variety of motion control applications.


News Jun 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Taps Red Hat to Future-Proof Automation Systems

ABB Taps Red Hat to Future-Proof Automation Systems

ABB and Red Hat have collaborated to modernize industrial automation by combining secure control systems with open-source platforms like OpenShift and Device Edge.


News Jun 06, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell