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Beijer Electronics has released a new series of industrial-grade unmanaged switches that will replace the company's…

Beijer Electronics has released a new series of industrial-grade unmanaged switches that will replace the company's existing JetNet 3008 series. The new series includes models that support fiber optic connections.

Turck has added new unmanaged switches to its TNIC series. These Ethernet switches are compact, rugged, and feature a…

Turck has added new unmanaged switches to its TNIC series. These Ethernet switches are compact, rugged, and feature a wide operating temperature and voltage range, making them suitable for various industrial applications.

Softing Industrial’s usbLink CN is a USB to ControlNet interface that replaces the Allen-Bradley 1784-U2CN, supporting…

Softing Industrial’s usbLink CN is a USB to ControlNet interface that replaces the Allen-Bradley 1784-U2CN, supporting easy setup and connections using RSLinx and RSNetWorx.

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including…

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including ring redundancy, PoE+ capability, Gigabit speeds, and fiber connection technology.

HMS Networks releases new gateways to facilitate secure and fast communication for control systems in industrial environments.

HMS Networks releases new gateways to facilitate secure and fast communication for control systems in industrial environments.

Balluff's new IO-Link masters in Entry, Standard, and Advanced classes offer high performance, robust construction, and…

Balluff's new IO-Link masters in Entry, Standard, and Advanced classes offer high performance, robust construction, and advanced features.

Rockwell has added a new update for the edge compute module, enhancing ControlLogix with support for multiple protocols.

Rockwell has added a new update for the edge compute module, enhancing ControlLogix with support for multiple protocols.

Cloud applications and edge computing require access to field-level I/O, but not all remote I/O terminals have OPC UA or…

Cloud applications and edge computing require access to field-level I/O, but not all remote I/O terminals have OPC UA or MQTT capability. Acromag has expanded its series of remote I/O modules to support these protocols.

Weidmuller is expanding its line of ethernet switches with the BasicLine Series B unmanaged switch with QoS configuration…

Weidmuller is expanding its line of ethernet switches with the BasicLine Series B unmanaged switch with QoS configuration and standard Broadcast Storm protection.

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Corp. build upon their collaborative journey with their latest partnership initiative,…

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Corp. build upon their collaborative journey with their latest partnership initiative, bringing Azure IoT Operations and FactoryTalk Optix together to evolve the industrial landscape.

Power and control interruptions are, at best, problematic. In some applications, it’s catastrophic. Learn about…

Power and control interruptions are, at best, problematic. In some applications, it’s catastrophic. Learn about redundancy for the system, power supplies, control devices, and network topologies.

Siemens has released the latest version of its TIA Portal automation software. Version 20 features enhanced performance,…

Siemens has released the latest version of its TIA Portal automation software. Version 20 features enhanced performance, including support for the company's newest PLCs and a more user-friendly interface.

Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies…

Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies that solve problems in the packaging and handling industries.

The Honeywell-Google Cloud partnership combines the companies’ respective technologies to increase industry-wide…

The Honeywell-Google Cloud partnership combines the companies’ respective technologies to increase industry-wide automation and upskill the workforce via a new AI-powered solution.

Machine-to-machine (M2M) communication is a critical component of the modern connected facility. OPC UA stands out as an…

Machine-to-machine (M2M) communication is a critical component of the modern connected facility. OPC UA stands out as an open protocol for making the link between shop floor and cloud systems.

Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the…

Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the hardware and software challenges surrounding the world of packaged goods.

Truly understanding how to implement IIoT technology requires tangible examples of machines, platforms, and data insights…

Truly understanding how to implement IIoT technology requires tangible examples of machines, platforms, and data insights that give relevance to high-level concepts.

IDEC has released a new 4.3-inch PCAP display HMI that is compact enough for limited-space applications yet ready for the…

IDEC has released a new 4.3-inch PCAP display HMI that is compact enough for limited-space applications yet ready for the IIoT world with industry-leading protocol support and remote connection capability. 

Turck has added IP67 power supplies with upgraded features and benefits to its portfolio. Now available in “smart”…

Turck has added IP67 power supplies with upgraded features and benefits to its portfolio. Now available in “smart” and standard variations, these power supplies are designed to increase convenience and efficiency.