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The new BD series laser sensors from Autonics offer more reliable measurement capabilities for uneven, reflective, or…

The new BD series laser sensors from Autonics offer more reliable measurement capabilities for uneven, reflective, or transparent materials to serve in diverse applications.

Baumer has designed an ultrasonic sensor that can withstand extreme outdoor conditions, making it suitable for use on…

Baumer has designed an ultrasonic sensor that can withstand extreme outdoor conditions, making it suitable for use on mobile machinery in the agricultural and construction industries.

Recent updates in driverless trucking technology pursue a simple yet lofty goal: hauling materials safely and efficiently…

Recent updates in driverless trucking technology pursue a simple yet lofty goal: hauling materials safely and efficiently while reducing the strain on our dwindling surplus of qualified CDL holders.

Although DC motor technology has a strong legacy, control strategies vary from simple to complex. Designs must consider…

Although DC motor technology has a strong legacy, control strategies vary from simple to complex. Designs must consider not just the motor, but also the electrical supply and the environment.

FANUC has launched a new rendition of a tried-and-true device: a collaborative painting robot, incorporating safe…

FANUC has launched a new rendition of a tried-and-true device: a collaborative painting robot, incorporating safe operation into a device that can withstand the demands of painting and coating.

Thermo Fisher’s Thermo Scientific LInspector Edge In-line Mass Profilometer analyzes electrode coatings in real time to…

Thermo Fisher’s Thermo Scientific LInspector Edge In-line Mass Profilometer analyzes electrode coatings in real time to improve battery performance and safety.

The world of additive manufacturing continues to advance, with UltiMaker launching its latest industrial-grade 3D printer…

The world of additive manufacturing continues to advance, with UltiMaker launching its latest industrial-grade 3D printer and GE Additive developing a 3D-printed titanium cast for an injured gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo.

In a world where real-time data processing and data-driven insights are paramount for establishing an efficient automated…

In a world where real-time data processing and data-driven insights are paramount for establishing an efficient automated industrial environment, DFI brings forward its latest embedded system solutions.

Baumer has recently announced the release of the Baumer Sensor Suite (BSS) that facilitates faster engineering timeframes…

Baumer has recently announced the release of the Baumer Sensor Suite (BSS) that facilitates faster engineering timeframes for Baumer encoders equipped with IO-Link and CANopen protocols.

Applied Motion Products has released a compact, low-voltage integrated servo system that can run on standard control…

Applied Motion Products has released a compact, low-voltage integrated servo system that can run on standard control voltage. The system combines a servo drive, motor, and encoder into a single unit.

LUTZE has introduced twelve new units in the new LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series that come with either 1, 2, or 4…

LUTZE has introduced twelve new units in the new LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series that come with either 1, 2, or 4 changeover contact sets, all while maintaining a compact design.

Rapid switching of load devices requires solid-state components, like the new SSR from Carlo Gavazzi, designed for 3 A…

Rapid switching of load devices requires solid-state components, like the new SSR from Carlo Gavazzi, designed for 3 A loads up to 60 V, targeted for key applications in vehicle electrification.

We know what a circuit breaker is meant to do: stop the flow of electricity in case of a fault or failure. But just like…

We know what a circuit breaker is meant to do: stop the flow of electricity in case of a fault or failure. But just like fuses, breakers and overloads respond differently depending on the load.

Servo motors are common in all kinds of motion control applications for various industries, but what are these devices,…

Servo motors are common in all kinds of motion control applications for various industries, but what are these devices, and what makes them different from standard AC or DC motors?

Red Lion has added a new series of strain gauge modules to their FlexEdge intelligent edge automation platform, along…

Red Lion has added a new series of strain gauge modules to their FlexEdge intelligent edge automation platform, along with two ‘sleds’ allowing connection to CAN and J1939 automotive networks.

Antaira Technologies has recently released a new 8-port industrial Ethernet switch, designed to bring reliable…

Antaira Technologies has recently released a new 8-port industrial Ethernet switch, designed to bring reliable connectivity to applications in harsh control system environments.

ELESA has announced a new line of vacuum suction cups in a range of sizes and configurations, along with supports and…

ELESA has announced a new line of vacuum suction cups in a range of sizes and configurations, along with supports and quick-disconnect fixtures for industrial material handling applications.

Electrical and mechanical measurements are often labeled with "RMS" and "True RMS." Aside from the simple math…

Electrical and mechanical measurements are often labeled with "RMS" and "True RMS." Aside from the simple math definitions we learned in electronics class, why is this distinction actually important?

The Fraunhofer Institute and a group of collaborative industrial players are developing sustainable reuse and recycling…

The Fraunhofer Institute and a group of collaborative industrial players are developing sustainable reuse and recycling strategies for electric motors, as well as developing new electric motor designs.