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Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of…

Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of Mitsubishi Electric Automation, and see where the magic happens.

LR5-LAN Φ50 signal tower adds direct HTTP, Modbus/TCP, and EtherNet/IP control, eliminating I/O boards in connected…

LR5-LAN Φ50 signal tower adds direct HTTP, Modbus/TCP, and EtherNet/IP control, eliminating I/O boards in connected factory systems.

Banner Engineering’s S25GI galvanic isolator protects RS485 and Modbus RTU networks from EMI, ground loops, and power surges.

Banner Engineering’s S25GI galvanic isolator protects RS485 and Modbus RTU networks from EMI, ground loops, and power surges.

Despite being one of the oldest protocols in automation, Modbus is still more complex than digital I/O. When you have a…

Despite being one of the oldest protocols in automation, Modbus is still more complex than digital I/O. When you have a Modbus TCP device, what do you do? How do you actually use it?

These days, a virtual PLC is not only for simulations; it can also be used to read real-world inputs, turn on outputs, or…

These days, a virtual PLC is not only for simulations; it can also be used to read real-world inputs, turn on outputs, or initiate motion. Follow along as we dive deep into the world of virtual PLCs.

Working with data is no simple task. It requires a solid understanding of how to acquire the data, process it, and then…

Working with data is no simple task. It requires a solid understanding of how to acquire the data, process it, and then use it to deliver tangible benefits to the operation and the company.

The New Millenium PLC from Crouzet adds Ethernet, Modbus RS-485, scalable I/O, and easier software upgrades from Millenium 3.

The New Millenium PLC from Crouzet adds Ethernet, Modbus RS-485, scalable I/O, and easier software upgrades from Millenium 3.

The RSio Remote Safe I/O features a machine-mountable, IP67-rated housing and supports up to 192 devices per block. For a…

The RSio Remote Safe I/O features a machine-mountable, IP67-rated housing and supports up to 192 devices per block. For a “no learning curve” setup, the block is configured in Rockwell’s Studio 5000.

Learn about electrical signalling systems for process control. What advantages may be provided by choosing analog systems…

Learn about electrical signalling systems for process control. What advantages may be provided by choosing analog systems vs. advanced modern fieldbus protocols?

DeltaV 16.LTS advances Emerson’s automation platform with modular control, improved connectivity, and secure…

DeltaV 16.LTS advances Emerson’s automation platform with modular control, improved connectivity, and secure enterprise-level data access.

The new modular remote relay system handles up to 56 I/O channels and supports EtherNet/IP, PROFINET Class C, and…

The new modular remote relay system handles up to 56 I/O channels and supports EtherNet/IP, PROFINET Class C, and Modbus/TCP, as well as S2 redundancy for simple decentralized applications.

New RGC2 and RGC3 relays bring two- and three-pole switching to Carlo Gavazzi’s NRG platform, with built-in networking…

New RGC2 and RGC3 relays bring two- and three-pole switching to Carlo Gavazzi’s NRG platform, with built-in networking and real-time monitoring.

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.

MQTT and OPC UA are very different, but they accomplish essentially the same thing: push data from one device to another.…

MQTT and OPC UA are very different, but they accomplish essentially the same thing: push data from one device to another. Which method to use relies on understanding how each process is accomplished.

Learn five essential features to consider when selecting a controller, from I/O and software licensing to networks and web access.

Learn five essential features to consider when selecting a controller, from I/O and software licensing to networks and web access.

Get a first look at Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX CORE, an industrial PC that unifies PLC, motion, and HMI through an app-based…

Get a first look at Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX CORE, an industrial PC that unifies PLC, motion, and HMI through an app-based automation platform.

Performance+ enhances Honeywell Guided Work solutions with real-time insights and workforce optimization tools.

Performance+ enhances Honeywell Guided Work solutions with real-time insights and workforce optimization tools.

The RE 6900 gives operators wireless emergency stop and enabling control for robotic cells and large machines.

The RE 6900 gives operators wireless emergency stop and enabling control for robotic cells and large machines.

Omron has built its DX100 Data Flow Edge device to bridge OT data collection and IT communications. The device connects…

Omron has built its DX100 Data Flow Edge device to bridge OT data collection and IT communications. The device connects to existing equipment and features a low-code environment for fast deployment.