A key player on Beijer’s Nexto PLC bench, the BCS-NX3008 CPU was recently awarded UL and DNV certifications paving the way for the future of Industry 4.0…
A key player on Beijer’s Nexto PLC bench, the BCS-NX3008 CPU was recently awarded UL and DNV certifications paving the way for the future of Industry 4.0 automation and control.
Kollmorgen’s latest servo drive offers more power for intermittent motion control applications.
Kollmorgen’s latest servo drive offers more power for intermittent motion control applications.
LUTZE offers two new, more efficient/functional devices for its user-friendly line of power supplies.
LUTZE offers two new, more efficient/functional devices for its user-friendly line of power supplies.
OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready…
OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready device offers an easily accessible programming interface and predictive maintenance functionality in a compact package.
Function block diagram (FBD) programming is a common language for PLCs following the IEC 61131 standard. What is FBD, and…
Function block diagram (FBD) programming is a common language for PLCs following the IEC 61131 standard. What is FBD, and how does it differ from the familiar ladder logic programs?
Dold now offers a solid state relay (SSR) capable of burst firing mode for controlling electric heaters and infrared lamps.
Dold now offers a solid state relay (SSR) capable of burst firing mode for controlling electric heaters and infrared lamps.
Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion…
Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion capabilities in a simple, compact device.
Checking all the boxes needed for harsh industrial applications, Balluff’s IO-Link hubs are fit for duty without frills…
Checking all the boxes needed for harsh industrial applications, Balluff’s IO-Link hubs are fit for duty without frills or extra expense.
Control.com’s Director of Engineering got to explore IO-Link sensors and what he found might surprise you! Although…
Control.com’s Director of Engineering got to explore IO-Link sensors and what he found might surprise you! Although still considered an “emerging” technology, it’s clear IO-Link technology boasts several bonafide benefits over traditional sensors.
Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation took their popular servo drive line and right-sized it for easy installation on…
Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation took their popular servo drive line and right-sized it for easy installation on machines in the field or directly mounting to servo motors.
Phoenix Contact adds to its product family of panel PCs and IPCs with the Valueline 3, available in a standalone box or…
Phoenix Contact adds to its product family of panel PCs and IPCs with the Valueline 3, available in a standalone box or ready to integrate into a robust touch panel for industrial environments.
Some workplaces are more dangerous than others, not because of the practices, but rather the products. Where do…
Some workplaces are more dangerous than others, not because of the practices, but rather the products. Where do explosions occur, and what practices exist to reduce such risk for equipment and workforce?
Driving motors is one of the most fundamental automation tasks, but understanding and selecting the proper motor soft…
Driving motors is one of the most fundamental automation tasks, but understanding and selecting the proper motor soft starter for your application may require more investigation than you thought.
Direct current (DC) motors have existed since the late 19th century. What sets these motors apart from AC models, how do…
Direct current (DC) motors have existed since the late 19th century. What sets these motors apart from AC models, how do you control them, and how can you tell when it’s time to repair or replace them?
Phoenix Contact has announced the release of the new Thermomark E-Series printers to increase the speed of wiring…
Phoenix Contact has announced the release of the new Thermomark E-Series printers to increase the speed of wiring projects and provide a more well-documented future for control cabinet manufacturing.
It’s the first two days of Automate 2023, and the Control Automation team hit the streets to learn about the latest and…
It’s the first two days of Automate 2023, and the Control Automation team hit the streets to learn about the latest and greatest technology rocking the world of robotics and industrial automation!
Phoenix Contact has unveiled its latest products and solutions in industrial communication, connection, and automation…
Phoenix Contact has unveiled its latest products and solutions in industrial communication, connection, and automation for greater efficiency and ease of use among users.
Variable control allows external conditions, like temperature, to be monitored so the controller can activate devices to…
Variable control allows external conditions, like temperature, to be monitored so the controller can activate devices to heat or cool the system as needed. Simulate a temp controller with low-cost components!
Designing, installing, and maintaining control systems involves a lot of wires. Each wire has a purpose, often indicated…
Designing, installing, and maintaining control systems involves a lot of wires. Each wire has a purpose, often indicated by the color of the insulation. But what are the common colors, and what do they mean?
Omron Industrial Automation has released two new styles of industrial relays to its existing lineup. The slim-style…
Omron Industrial Automation has released two new styles of industrial relays to its existing lineup. The slim-style relays are available as mechanical or solid-state and offer a reduced footprint being only 6.2 mm wide.
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