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A New Way to Robot: A Teach Pendant Feel With Structured Text Language

A New Way to Robot: A Teach Pendant Feel With Structured Text Language

Meet the Meca500 6-axis arm, a robot known for its ultra-high precision and compact footprint. Learn how to use the web server for programming and 6-axis jogging with a structured text interface.


Kyntronics, Delta, and MTE Shine at Rockwell Automation Fair

Kyntronics, Delta, and MTE Shine at Rockwell Automation Fair

What are Kyntronics, Delta Motion, and MTE Corporation bringing to the table at the Rockwell Automation Fair 2025? Explore with us and unlock the latest innovations.


News Nov 12, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Workbench Simplifies Micro Control

Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Workbench Simplifies Micro Control

The new FactoryTalk Workbench from Rockwell streamlines programming, configuration, and diagnostics for Micro800 control systems.


News Nov 12, 2025 by Austin Futrell
All About The Legendary Stack Light

All About The Legendary Stack Light

The stack light has a simple but powerful purpose: to report the status of the equipment. Follow along as we take a deep dive into the venerable illuminated signal tower.


SMC Updates EXW1 Wireless System with New Mounting and Diagnostic Features

SMC Updates EXW1 Wireless System with New Mounting and Diagnostic Features

SMC’s EXW1 and EX600-W wireless units add DIN-rail mounting, maintenance logs, and stronger noise protection for everyday factory use.


News Nov 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Demo Day: Vention Launches New Products During Annual Event

Demo Day: Vention Launches New Products During Annual Event

Vention’s annual event featured a new look at the Zero-Shot Automation strategy, along with the unveiling of platform enhancements to improve development, simulation, and collaboration.


News Nov 06, 2025 by David Peterson
Methods of Precision Alignment: Mechanical, Laser, and Vibration Analysis

Methods of Precision Alignment: Mechanical, Laser, and Vibration Analysis

Alignment procedures for pulleys and shafts are a key to preventing costly breakdowns. An effective strategy pairs alignment with vibration analysis to both prevent and predict these downtime events.


Rockwell Expands Micro820 With Faster, Connected L20E PLC

Rockwell Expands Micro820 With Faster, Connected L20E PLC

Compact but capable, Rockwell’s Micro820 L20E PLC combines fast performance, Ethernet connectivity, and USB-C setup for small automation projects.


News Nov 03, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Compact Balluff Laser Sensor Reaches 1.5 Meters With TOF

Compact Balluff Laser Sensor Reaches 1.5 Meters With TOF

Balluff’s latest BOD 6K laser distance sensor delivers accurate Time-of-Flight measurement and flexible IO-Link setup in a durable, compact form.


News Oct 31, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Researchers Develop “Brainless” Rubber Band-Powered Robots

Researchers Develop “Brainless” Rubber Band-Powered Robots

Not all robots need fancy sensors or fast computing. Harvard researchers have developed a robot that operates without a brain; instead, the robot utilizes a motor and some rubber bands.


News Oct 31, 2025 by Seth Price
Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

After working with solenoid valves for many years, there are still a few questions: is AD or DC voltage better? Do we really need lubrication? I turned to an expert for some answers.


Grease to Green: Siemens’ Relays Get a Sustainable Spin

Grease to Green: Siemens’ Relays Get a Sustainable Spin

Envalior’s used cooking oil-based plastic gives Siemens’ 3RQ4 relays a greener edge, reducing carbon footprint and supporting circular design.


News Oct 27, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Wenglor Releases Cloud-Based AI Platform for Image Processing

Wenglor Releases Cloud-Based AI Platform for Image Processing

The new AI Lab enables cloud-based AI model training for industrial image processing. The platform is integrated with Wenglor’s weHub and uniVision 3 software to form a complete AI modeling workflow.


News Oct 25, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Family With Three New Sensor Series

AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Family With Three New Sensor Series

The new series include magnetic proximity sensors, small bore submersible level sensors, and fixed-range temperature transmitters, all designed to tackle a wide range of industrial applications.


News Oct 17, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Compact Yet Capable: The UR18 Robot Steps Up Industrial Tasks

Compact Yet Capable: The UR18 Robot Steps Up Industrial Tasks

The UR18 robot delivers 18 kg payloads with a compact design, smart motion control, and enhanced safety for high-speed industrial automation.


News Oct 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB Boosts India’s Energy Efficiency with New IE5 Motors

ABB Boosts India’s Energy Efficiency with New IE5 Motors

With a $17 million investment, ABB has expanded LV motor production to India, launching the country's first locally made IE5 ultra-premium efficiency motors.


News Oct 15, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

The five-port IP67 unmanaged Ethernet switch includes M12 X-coded and A-coded connectors with PoE+ options, enabling networking in harsh industrial environments where resistance to shock and vibration is a necessity.


News Oct 14, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Newton Project Advances Open Robotics Simulation

Newton Project Advances Open Robotics Simulation

Newton joins the Linux Foundation to accelerate physics-based simulation through open-source development and GPU-powered computing.


News Oct 13, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

The IO-Link safety master PDP67 is part of Pilz’s larger IO-Link safety system. The master functions as a decentralized interface to the safety control system, enabling simple and scalable automation.


News Oct 12, 2025 by Seth Price
Wenglor Introduces Contrast Sensor for Reliable Print Mark Detection

Wenglor Introduces Contrast Sensor for Reliable Print Mark Detection

The P1MW contrast sensor series is designed to detect print marks in packaging systems. The series features a compact design and reliable contrast recognition for high-volume environments limited in space.


News Oct 11, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell