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Introduction to Allen-Bradley PowerFlex Drives With Ethernet/IP

Introduction to Allen-Bradley PowerFlex Drives With Ethernet/IP

An overview of the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex variable frequency drive with Ethernet/IP protocol: features, wiring diagrams, and parameterization methods.


Understanding the Devices Used in Remote Industrial Networking

Understanding the Devices Used in Remote Industrial Networking

Industrial gateways provide secure, reliable connections to OT infrastructure from the outside world, but the options can be overwhelming. Follow along as we dive into the world of gateways.


Antaira Boosts Industrial PoE Networks With Power and Protection

Antaira Boosts Industrial PoE Networks With Power and Protection

Industrial networks get more power and protection with Antaira’s 100 W PoE++ injector and 10GbE surge protectors for demanding installations.


News Aug 23, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson Scales Edge Application Deployment With PACEdge 3.0

Emerson Scales Edge Application Deployment With PACEdge 3.0

PACEdge 3.0 adds group management and an application marketplace to help manufacturers develop, deploy, and manage industrial edge applications at scale.


News Aug 22, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Remote Industrial Equipment Connections: Benefits and Risks

Remote Industrial Equipment Connections: Benefits and Risks

Connecting to equipment remotely can save time and travel expenses. It is a powerful tool, but with great power comes great responsibility.


The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

Get ready for a control-themed roller coaster ride, pitting two PLCs against one Modbus I/O rack, and you might be shocked at the results: Who will win… And who will lose?


Networking Tutorial: Connect and Configure a Mitsubishi iQ-F PLC

Networking Tutorial: Connect and Configure a Mitsubishi iQ-F PLC

Learn how to configure the connection for a Mitsubishi FX5UC controller over Ethernet using GX Works 3.


Belden Debuts ProLinx Edge Gateway for Smarter OT Connectivity

Belden Debuts ProLinx Edge Gateway for Smarter OT Connectivity

Explore Belden's ProLinx Edge Gateway, which unifies EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP conversion with Docker-based edge applications in one rugged platform.


News Jul 23, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Danfoss Releases Water-Dedicated Variable Frequency Drive Portfolio

Danfoss Releases Water-Dedicated Variable Frequency Drive Portfolio

The iC7-Aqua is a VFD engineered for water management systems. It includes built-in protection features for pumping equipment and has been built to reduce energy consumption.


News Jul 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Control Automation Day 2026: Eliminate Friction with Wireless Power and Data

Control Automation Day 2026: Eliminate Friction with Wireless Power and Data

Avoid connector wear and downtime with wireless power and data transmission. Learn how near-field communication enables low-latency Ethernet to boost reliability and automation flexibility.


News Jul 15, 2026 by David Peterson
Control Automation Day 2026: Optimizing Device Performance and Communication

Control Automation Day 2026: Optimizing Device Performance and Communication

Join us for a deep dive into how modern connector technology transforms automated systems. Learn how it boosts efficiency and cuts TCO while driving the future of AI and sustainability.


News Jul 15, 2026 by David Peterson
Control Automation Day 2026: Solving Integration Challenges with Industrial Networks

Control Automation Day 2026: Solving Integration Challenges with Industrial Networks

Join the Control.com engineering team as we solve a few common challenges facing integration teams working with modern PLC and network equipment.


News Jul 15, 2026 by David Peterson
Automate 2026: Opto 22 and the Full IT/OT Automation Adventure

Automate 2026: Opto 22 and the Full IT/OT Automation Adventure

Control isn’t a standalone hardware challenge these days. Check out the full journey on display at Automate in Chicago: from the ground floor up to the clouds!


News Jun 28, 2026 by David Peterson
What’s the Difference Between DeviceNet and ControlNet?

What’s the Difference Between DeviceNet and ControlNet?

Two industrial protocols still have a solid foothold in industry: DeviceNet and ControlNet. But what's the difference, and what are the key applications of each type of network?


Carlo Gavazzi Announces Wireless Multiprotocol Energy Analyzer Series

Carlo Gavazzi Announces Wireless Multiprotocol Energy Analyzer Series

The new EM600 W series energy meters feature two versions, both offering Wi-Fi connectivity and multiprotocol support for single-, two-, and three-phase systems.


News Jun 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson Releases Wireless Monitoring Solutions and AI Platform

Emerson Releases Wireless Monitoring Solutions and AI Platform

The new asset and condition monitoring product line is geared toward wireless IIoT while the new AI platform promises a no-nonsense approach to AI process decision-making.


News Jun 03, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Tutorial: Driving Mecademic Robots with Siemens PLCs

Tutorial: Driving Mecademic Robots with Siemens PLCs

Learn how to create programs that directly drive a Meca500 robot arm using a Siemens S7 PLC, including adding the hardware and using pre-built function blocks for STEP7 TIA Portal.


Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

The new NTW series wireless I/O modules include secure, dual-band Wi-Fi, making it easier to monitor and control systems remotely when running cables is not an option.


News May 08, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Mitsubishi PLC to VFD Control: RS-485 Communication

Mitsubishi PLC to VFD Control: RS-485 Communication

This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the FX3U-485-BD. You can control speed and monitor the system using ladder logic.


Turck Pulls Automation Out of the Control Cabinet at MODEX

Turck Pulls Automation Out of the Control Cabinet at MODEX

Turck placed a spotlight on decentralized control concepts, highlighting several product lines at MODEX: MDR controls, multiprotocol fieldbus, and RFID inventory tracking solutions.


News Apr 14, 2026 by David Peterson