Some controllers and network devices have one port, while others have two. Why is there a difference, and what advantages does having two network ports actually provide?
Some controllers and network devices have one port, while others have two. Why is there a difference, and what advantages does having two network ports actually provide?
This top-mount accessory for the Raspberry Pi offers various capabilities at a low cost, perfect for analyzing and…
This top-mount accessory for the Raspberry Pi offers various capabilities at a low cost, perfect for analyzing and solving problems related to vibration, temperature, humidity, and others.
Analog voltage and current are the dominating standards for industrial technology. Is one format better than the other?…
Analog voltage and current are the dominating standards for industrial technology. Is one format better than the other? And if so, why do both signal types still exist in modern systems?
Banner Engineering augments the Snap Signal series with a new converter that transmits analog I/O signals and converts…
Banner Engineering augments the Snap Signal series with a new converter that transmits analog I/O signals and converts them to Modbus or IO-Link.
SMC has engineered a new lineup of stainless steel 2-port solenoid valves for use in potable, drinking water applications.
SMC has engineered a new lineup of stainless steel 2-port solenoid valves for use in potable, drinking water applications.
You only need one hand to safely use HELUKABEL's ergonomic cable insulation cutter in the field.
You only need one hand to safely use HELUKABEL's ergonomic cable insulation cutter in the field.
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.
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?
ContaClip adds to an existing product line of terminal blocks with versions that support 10mm^2 conductors up to 4 amps,…
ContaClip adds to an existing product line of terminal blocks with versions that support 10mm^2 conductors up to 4 amps, with a double-level version for added wiring capacity.
Industrial automation industry leader, Steven Kuehn, joins Control Automation as the new Editor-in-Chief.
Industrial automation industry leader, Steven Kuehn, joins Control Automation as the new Editor-in-Chief.
Balluff introduces a field-mounted power supply with an IP67 rating allowing devices to be powered directly in the field…
Balluff introduces a field-mounted power supply with an IP67 rating allowing devices to be powered directly in the field with added IO-Link functionality to monitor system performance and prevent downtime.
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Kawasaki has introduced the North American market to the newest medium payload robot, boasting the largest reach and…
Kawasaki has introduced the North American market to the newest medium payload robot, boasting the largest reach and highest speed of its class.
Sensors give IIoT the vital information it needs to better enhance plant connectivity, Tempsonics’ new R-SERIES V RM5…
Sensors give IIoT the vital information it needs to better enhance plant connectivity, Tempsonics’ new R-SERIES V RM5 sensor expands sensing capabilities to even the most harsh environments.
ADLINK brings its customers a software-defined EtherCAT motion controller, the SuperCAT series, for the optimization of…
ADLINK brings its customers a software-defined EtherCAT motion controller, the SuperCAT series, for the optimization of multi-axis motion control for industrial automation processes.
Many articles address the wiring and implementation of analog control signals, but where are they used, and what might…
Many articles address the wiring and implementation of analog control signals, but where are they used, and what might make them a better (or perhaps worse) decision than digital input/output devices?
Using the right motor for the right task is critical - but what happens if the motor is connected to the wrong supply? It…
Using the right motor for the right task is critical - but what happens if the motor is connected to the wrong supply? It is never recommended, but important to quickly understand symptoms of incorrect wiring.
The use of signal converters, like Banner Engineering’s new current sensors with Snap Signal, can help manufacturers…
The use of signal converters, like Banner Engineering’s new current sensors with Snap Signal, can help manufacturers further connect their factories and monitor current to prevent future breakdowns.
JPB Système received investment from the French Government to advance its vibration-connected production monitoring…
JPB Système received investment from the French Government to advance its vibration-connected production monitoring solution and strengthen its Metal Binder Jetting 3D printing capabilities.
Wireless technology is typically slower to adoption for industrial automation, but what wireless advancements are shaping…
Wireless technology is typically slower to adoption for industrial automation, but what wireless advancements are shaping the current and future landscape of the automated factory floor?