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The new ultrasonic sensors feature a long sensing distance, a customizable detection width, and a durable IP-rated…

The new ultrasonic sensors feature a long sensing distance, a customizable detection width, and a durable IP-rated design, making them suitable for detection applications across industries.

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including…

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including ring redundancy, PoE+ capability, Gigabit speeds, and fiber connection technology.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: like you’ve (probably) never heard it before.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: like you’ve (probably) never heard it before.

Since their creation, DC motors have become a part of our everyday lives. In this article, we’ll examine the…

Since their creation, DC motors have become a part of our everyday lives. In this article, we’ll examine the differences between various types of field-wound and permanent magnet DC motors.

As an engineer, why would you settle for simply plugging and unplugging your Christmas lights when you could, instead,…

As an engineer, why would you settle for simply plugging and unplugging your Christmas lights when you could, instead, spend many hours automating this very important December job? Let me show you.

Festo has released a new suite of pneumatic solutions, including CIP safety modules and valve terminals. The latest…

Festo has released a new suite of pneumatic solutions, including CIP safety modules and valve terminals. The latest additions aim to make pneumatic system operation simpler and safer.

IDEM has introduced the MLZ-M RFID guard locking switch, designed to enhance safety in automated systems by incorporating…

IDEM has introduced the MLZ-M RFID guard locking switch, designed to enhance safety in automated systems by incorporating advanced RFID technology.

Cloud applications and edge computing require access to field-level I/O, but not all remote I/O terminals have OPC UA or…

Cloud applications and edge computing require access to field-level I/O, but not all remote I/O terminals have OPC UA or MQTT capability. Acromag has expanded its series of remote I/O modules to support these protocols.

Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn,…

Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn, can drive current on their own. That’s not always a good thing.

wenglor has added time-of-flight (ToF) sensors and fiber optic amplifiers to its product offerings. The newest additions…

wenglor has added time-of-flight (ToF) sensors and fiber optic amplifiers to its product offerings. The newest additions are designed to tackle sensing challenges across applications.

Water cooling has been used for years to reduce heat in electronics and it’s being seen in more industrial…

Water cooling has been used for years to reduce heat in electronics and it’s being seen in more industrial applications, like the new AM8300 servomotors from Beckhoff.

Banner has introduced the TL70 Pro Tower Light series, which allows for a fully customizable visual or auditory indicator…

Banner has introduced the TL70 Pro Tower Light series, which allows for a fully customizable visual or auditory indicator system to communicate the status of automated systems or facility issues.

Two new automation products are now available: one geared towards sensing and one towards safety.

Two new automation products are now available: one geared towards sensing and one towards safety.

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Corp. build upon their collaborative journey with their latest partnership initiative,…

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Corp. build upon their collaborative journey with their latest partnership initiative, bringing Azure IoT Operations and FactoryTalk Optix together to evolve the industrial landscape.

SensoPart’s new VISOR XE will feature 4x faster processing speeds, AI capabilities up to 8x faster, and seamless…

SensoPart’s new VISOR XE will feature 4x faster processing speeds, AI capabilities up to 8x faster, and seamless integration with existing VISOR software and accessories.

Many new products are released around tradeshows and the automation industry is no exception. Following recent shows,…

Many new products are released around tradeshows and the automation industry is no exception. Following recent shows, check out some of the exciting new developments from your favorite manufacturers.

The release of Flexiv’s new Elements Series 3 control system with an intuitive motion bar and simulation-enabled design…

The release of Flexiv’s new Elements Series 3 control system with an intuitive motion bar and simulation-enabled design and testing is set to enhance robotic applications across industries.

A new heavyweight champion emerges: the M-950iA. FANUC’s newest industrial robot can lift up to 500 kg and rotate…

A new heavyweight champion emerges: the M-950iA. FANUC’s newest industrial robot can lift up to 500 kg and rotate backward, combining might with grace.

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched a new mobile collaborative robot, the MC600, bringing mobility to…

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched a new mobile collaborative robot, the MC600, bringing mobility to heavy-payload tasks in applications such as palletizing and machine tending.