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Knowing what kind of control system to use: that’s a question that must be answered before setting up the factory…

Knowing what kind of control system to use: that’s a question that must be answered before setting up the factory floor. Why would someone choose pneumatic over electrical controls?

SMC has released a new series of vacuum filters to keep vacuum equipment running optimally. The company has also added…

SMC has released a new series of vacuum filters to keep vacuum equipment running optimally. The company has also added IO-Link to its existing compact EXW1 wireless system.

Mapvision has developed an image-based software solution for weld seam inspection to save companies time and money. The…

Mapvision has developed an image-based software solution for weld seam inspection to save companies time and money. The solution utilizes cameras existing in Mapvision's dimensional inspection solution.

Within motors, two very different types of resistance are evident. The resistance of the windings is measured with a…

Within motors, two very different types of resistance are evident. The resistance of the windings is measured with a normal multimeter. But what is insulation resistance, and how is it measured?

Keyence has expanded its catalog of displacement sensors to include explosion-proof, vacuum-proof, and long-range models.…

Keyence has expanded its catalog of displacement sensors to include explosion-proof, vacuum-proof, and long-range models. The new additions aim to deliver high-accuracy measurements in a greater variety of environments.

In order to trace control system problems to the core, the ability to read and interpret various resources, from…

In order to trace control system problems to the core, the ability to read and interpret various resources, from facility-level diagrams to machine-level wiring layouts, is critical.

Datalogic has released a new series of industrial handheld scanners designed to improve supply chain traceability via its…

Datalogic has released a new series of industrial handheld scanners designed to improve supply chain traceability via its ability to read difficult or damaged barcodes marked directly on a part’s surface.

The latest magnetic field position measuring system from Balluff features smart factory capabilities with a high degree…

The latest magnetic field position measuring system from Balluff features smart factory capabilities with a high degree of customization to fit individual manufacturing needs.

Autonics has announced the latest addition to its product lineup, the ADIO series remote I/O boxes. The ADIO series is…

Autonics has announced the latest addition to its product lineup, the ADIO series remote I/O boxes. The ADIO series is designed for enhanced industrial communication with seamless connectivity.

Mitsubishi Electric and TXOne Networks are addressing growing cyber threats in industrial operations by combining their…

Mitsubishi Electric and TXOne Networks are addressing growing cyber threats in industrial operations by combining their expertise to strengthen their respective operational technology security businesses.

This article looks at vacuum ejectors and vacuum pumps, specifically outlining the difference between single and…

This article looks at vacuum ejectors and vacuum pumps, specifically outlining the difference between single and multi-stage versions of each type, and common applications.

In a step toward ecological resilience, Bosch Rexroth has announced a partnership with TotalEnergies to develop a…

In a step toward ecological resilience, Bosch Rexroth has announced a partnership with TotalEnergies to develop a water-based, biodegradable hydraulic fluid with similar properties to traditional oil.

Doosan Group will be unveiling its latest innovations at CES 2024. The company will showcase its green-centric,…

Doosan Group will be unveiling its latest innovations at CES 2024. The company will showcase its green-centric, future-thinking technology from Doosan Robotics, Bobcat, Enerbility, and HyAxiom.

SMC has released two new components: a digital temperature and humidity switch to monitor moisture in pneumatic systems…

SMC has released two new components: a digital temperature and humidity switch to monitor moisture in pneumatic systems and a flow controller for water to be used in cooling systems.

AutomationDirect now offers DEHN BLITZDUCTORconnect yellow/line compact data and signal surge protectors for universal…

AutomationDirect now offers DEHN BLITZDUCTORconnect yellow/line compact data and signal surge protectors for universal system protection. The surge protectors feature a modular, compact design for ease of use.

FANUC has added a new robot to its M-710 Series—a new model that promises more adaptability, featuring a curved J2 arm…

FANUC has added a new robot to its M-710 Series—a new model that promises more adaptability, featuring a curved J2 arm with increased rigidity for greater precision.

In this article, we will explore real-world considerations for strain gauge performance and typical applications. We’ll…

In this article, we will explore real-world considerations for strain gauge performance and typical applications. We’ll be talking about foil and wire strain gauges, but ignoring semiconductors.

Schmalz has released mini compact terminals designed to tackle critical space needs and reduce cycle times while keeping…

Schmalz has released mini compact terminals designed to tackle critical space needs and reduce cycle times while keeping installation simple.

For being no more than a thin piece of metal, the strain gauge is a versatile measurement tool, from small switches to…

For being no more than a thin piece of metal, the strain gauge is a versatile measurement tool, from small switches to multi-ton machines. In this article, learn the operating principles and properties.