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Gripping News: Robotiq Adds the Sense of Touch

Gripping News: Robotiq Adds the Sense of Touch

Robotiq introduces the TSF-85 tactile finger kit, adding pressure and vibration sensing to improve robotic grip consistency and pick reliability.


News Mar 02, 2026 by David Peterson
Emerson Expands Aspen Mtell APM with AI Reliability Tools

Emerson Expands Aspen Mtell APM with AI Reliability Tools

The new Aspen Mtell release offers faster scalability, improved alert resolution, and better integration to support enterprise reliability and predictive maintenance.


News Feb 27, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Autonics Unveils Closed-Loop Stepper System for Precise Position Control

Autonics Unveils Closed-Loop Stepper System for Precise Position Control

The AiC-MT series combines the precise positioning of a servo system with the high-holding torque of a stepper motor. The system can control up to 254 axes with Modbus TCP.


News Feb 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
CES 2026 Highlights AI Robots, Sensors, and Key Collaborations

CES 2026 Highlights AI Robots, Sensors, and Key Collaborations

From humanoid robot strategies to next-generation touch sensors, CES 2026 highlighted major advances in automation and robotics.


News Jan 10, 2026 by Seth Price
Neugart Broadens Drive Portfolio With Software and Motion Systems

Neugart Broadens Drive Portfolio With Software and Motion Systems

New software, pro-series precision gearboxes, and integrated linear motion solutions highlight Neugart’s push toward more dynamic, efficient drive systems.


News Jan 06, 2026 by Austin Futrell
New OPC UA Spatial Standard Pushes Automation Toward Physical AI

New OPC UA Spatial Standard Pushes Automation Toward Physical AI

By standardizing location and identification data, OPC UA is giving industrial automation systems a shared spatial framework.


News Dec 18, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner’s HF RFID System Enhances Industrial Tracking and Control

Banner’s HF RFID System Enhances Industrial Tracking and Control

Discover how Banner’s HF RFID solutions enhance matching, tracking, and data accuracy in automation environments where barcodes and manual checks fall short.


News Nov 25, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Techman’s AI mobile robot automates book retrieval in Taiwan’s libraries, boosting accuracy, reducing repetitive tasks, and enhancing customer service.


News Nov 18, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Safe2Link System Enhances Mobile Robot Safety and Control

Safe2Link System Enhances Mobile Robot Safety and Control

The Anybus Safe2Link from HMS Networks centralizes safety control for mobile robots, offering TÜV-certified SIL 3 and PLe/Cat. 4 protection.


News Nov 04, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

A new 3D scanning robot from Elite Robots streamlines industrial inspections, improving accuracy and reducing manual labor in manufacturing.


News Oct 29, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

A new brand structure brings ABB and Baldor-Reliance together, simplifying product lines while honoring both companies’ manufacturing heritage.


News Oct 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Who Shrunk the Servo Drive? B&R’s ACOPOS P3 Cuts Size, not Power

Who Shrunk the Servo Drive? B&R’s ACOPOS P3 Cuts Size, not Power

B&R expands its ACOPOS P3 servo drive line with higher power density, faster control loops, and up to 50% less cabinet space.


News Oct 06, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson’s Guardian Virtual Advisor Brings AI to Lifecycle Management

Emerson’s Guardian Virtual Advisor Brings AI to Lifecycle Management

Built on Emerson’s Guardian Digital Platform, the AI Virtual Advisor gives direct answers, system health scoring, and predictive maintenance guidance.


News Oct 01, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Recirculate Disassembly System Gives New Life to Old EV Batteries

Recirculate Disassembly System Gives New Life to Old EV Batteries

With the help of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and a KUKA KR10 industrial robot, the EU-funded project Recirculate has developed a system to disassemble EV batteries for recycling.


News Sep 14, 2025 by Seth Price
Balluff BIS V Enhances RFID With MQTT and REST API Support

Balluff BIS V Enhances RFID With MQTT and REST API Support

BIS V by Balluff improves RFID reliability with multi-frequency ports, loop filters, and MQTT/REST API integration for smart factories.


News Aug 18, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Yaskawa, FANUC Invest in U.S. Facilities for Robot Production

Yaskawa, FANUC Invest in U.S. Facilities for Robot Production

New U.S. facilities from FANUC and Yaskawa aim to expand robot production, create jobs, and enhance supply chain resilience.


News Aug 14, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Robots Ahoy! Hyundai and NEURA Automate Shipbuilding

Robots Ahoy! Hyundai and NEURA Automate Shipbuilding

A new collaboration between NEURA and Hyundai brings AI-powered humanoid and four-legged robots to challenging shipbuilding environments.


News Jul 24, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Intro to Boolean Logic with FBD PLC Programming

Intro to Boolean Logic with FBD PLC Programming

Learn about some of the basic Boolean logic gates using the graphical PLC language of function blocks, recreating ladder logic and other IEC languages with a digital flair.


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
New KEB Dashboard Offers Smart Drive Monitoring Tools

New KEB Dashboard Offers Smart Drive Monitoring Tools

KEB upgrades its COMBIVIS platform with a drive dashboard that offers live status, error snapshots, and seamless integration with mobile devices.


News Jul 08, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo