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Baumer Releases Heavy Duty Digital Cam Switch for Hoists and Winches

Baumer Releases Heavy Duty Digital Cam Switch for Hoists and Winches

The PMG93 CAM is Baumer’s newest digital cam switch designed to simplify heavy duty hoist and winch applications. Users simply need a laptop with an Ethernet interface and a web browser.


News Jul 27, 2025 by Seth Price
From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

Fraunhofer unveils DressMAN360° and OPTIMA PRO to monitor and improve worker conditions using sensors, surveys, and real-time environmental data.


News Jul 25, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Engineering’s K50R radar sensor, designed as an alternative to long-range ultrasonic sensors, is now available with IO‑Link for simplified setup and remote configuration.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

The upgraded IRB 1200 robot from ABB delivers 5% faster cycle times, 0.011 mm repeatability, and AI-assisted setup for small-part handling and accuracy tasks.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

The newest motor platform from ABB combines a high-efficiency motor with a variable speed drive (VSD) for simplified installation.


News Jul 18, 2025 by Seth Price
Banner Adds IO-Link and Modbus to K50 Programmable Indicators and Buttons

Banner Adds IO-Link and Modbus to K50 Programmable Indicators and Buttons

Banner Engineering’s K50 programmable indicators and buttons now support IO-Link and Modbus, enabling faster communication, enhanced customization, and simplified setup across industrial applications.


News Jul 17, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Thomson Adds Built-In Sync to Electrak HD Actuators

Thomson Adds Built-In Sync to Electrak HD Actuators

Electrak HD’s built-in sync eliminates external controllers, enabling coordinated motion across multiple actuators with simplified setup and higher safety.


News Jul 17, 2025 by Austin Futrell
SensoPart Updates VISOR Sensor Software With Enhanced Functionality

SensoPart Updates VISOR Sensor Software With Enhanced Functionality

SensoPart’s VISOR software-release 2.12 is designed to be smarter and faster than ever before. Key enhancements include a new shape find detector, caliper circle tool, and SensoConfig web-based configuration.


News Jul 14, 2025 by Seth Price
Dunkermotoren’s Quasi Absolute Encoder for Absolute Positioning

Dunkermotoren’s Quasi Absolute Encoder for Absolute Positioning

Dunkermotoren’s new Quasi Absolute Encoder (QAE) software feature enables accurate positioning even during a power failure, all without the need for batteries.


News Jul 13, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller USA is staying competitive by introducing an unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) switch focused on improving data transmission in industrial networks.


News Jul 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Bosch Rexroth Unveils Compact Dual Belt Linear Axis for Heavy Loads

Bosch Rexroth Unveils Compact Dual Belt Linear Axis for Heavy Loads

Bosch Rexroth has added a dual belt linear axis to its portfolio of compact modules. The new axis can move two 385 kg loads with high speed, torque, and precision in compact industrial setups.


News Jul 10, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
New Fanuc Roboguide V10 Brings VR to Robot Simulation and Planning

New Fanuc Roboguide V10 Brings VR to Robot Simulation and Planning

Fanuc launches Roboguide V10, introducing VR, enhanced CAD support, and a modern interface to redefine 3D robot simulation and offline programming.


News Jul 07, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.


News Jul 02, 2025 by Seth Price
Guide to Robotic Grippers: From Delicate to Heavy-Duty Handling

Guide to Robotic Grippers: From Delicate to Heavy-Duty Handling

Selecting the right robotic gripper is key to performance. Discover gripping solutions for delicate parts, soft foods, and industrial payloads.


New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

Omron’s VHV5 barcode reader offers fast setup, powerful code reading, and rugged performance for high-speed, high-demand factory environments.


News Jun 25, 2025 by Austin Futrell
3D Visual SLAM Enhances ABB’s Flexley Mover AMR Navigation

3D Visual SLAM Enhances ABB’s Flexley Mover AMR Navigation

ABB’s Flexley Mover AMRs now feature 3D Visual SLAM and intuitive AMR Studio software for dynamic, safe, and efficient operations.


News Jun 24, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the development and scaling of AI-powered machine vision applications.


News Jun 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden has expanded its data acquisition and transmission and data orchestration and management catalogs to include new hardware and software for critical applications.


News Jun 20, 2025 by Seth Price
Bosch Rexroth Rolls Out Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Cylinders

Bosch Rexroth Rolls Out Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Cylinders

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its existing line of electromechanical devices with the EMC-HP, an electric cylinder capable of a maximum force of 250 kN and a top speed of 0.83 m/s.


News Jun 19, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Universal Robots Introduces Direct Torque Control Interface

Universal Robots Introduces Direct Torque Control Interface

Universal Robots has introduced a low-level torque control interface for its entire cobot lineup. This new interface provides developers with direct torque control for cobot joints, making it easier to build advanced AI-driven applications.


News Jun 18, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell