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Banner Powers Up Smarter Industrial Connections

Banner Powers Up Smarter Industrial Connections

New M12 power splitters, junction blocks, and cordsets from Banner improve power distribution, EMI resistance, and modular wiring for industrial automation and material handling.


News May 18, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
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
Phoenix Contact Powers Smarter Warehouses at MODEX 2026

Phoenix Contact Powers Smarter Warehouses at MODEX 2026

At the recent Atlanta trade show, Phoenix Contact defined how integrated power, protection, and connection solutions enhance operational reliability and function throughout the supply chain industry.


News Apr 14, 2026 by David Peterson
M12 Cable Wiring Infographic

M12 Cable Wiring Infographic

Learn about the various codes and wiring colors for the M12 family of industrial communication and networking cables.


A Legacy of Factory and Motion Control: Mitsubishi Electric Automation

A Legacy of Factory and Motion Control: Mitsubishi Electric Automation

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.


Pluggable Terminal Blocks Feature Spring Clamp and Plug Technology

Pluggable Terminal Blocks Feature Spring Clamp and Plug Technology

Altech Corporation's new line of pluggable terminal blocks combines secure wire connections with quick, tool-free installation.


News Mar 10, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Inline Isolator Safeguards Modbus RTU Wiring

Inline Isolator Safeguards Modbus RTU Wiring

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


News Mar 06, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Binder’s New M8 Flange Connectors Feature a Solder-Connection Design

Binder’s New M8 Flange Connectors Feature a Solder-Connection Design

Expanding its connector catalog, Binder has released flange connectors with a solder connection, opening up configuration possibilities in space-constrained robotic and automation systems.


News Feb 15, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Analog vs. Fieldbus Systems | Comparisons and Advantages

Analog vs. Fieldbus Systems | Comparisons and Advantages

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


Phoenix Contact Introduces PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway

Phoenix Contact Introduces PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway

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.


News Feb 07, 2026 by Seth Price
The Conveyor | January 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | January 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

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.


News Feb 05, 2026 by David Peterson
How to Measure Resistance with a Multimeter

How to Measure Resistance with a Multimeter

When the power is removed to a circuit, the common measurements of voltage and current prove meaningless. The only remaining option is to use resistance testing to determine which components and conductors are working.


Banner Releases Corrosion-Resistant and High-Performance TPU Cordsets

Banner Releases Corrosion-Resistant and High-Performance TPU Cordsets

Banner Engineering has developed its new M12 double-ended cordsets with stainless steel coupling nuts and high-performance TPU cordsets to improve connectivity technology in harsh industrial environments.


News Jan 29, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
The Conveyor | December 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | December 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

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.


News Jan 02, 2026 by David Peterson
Electrical Cabinet Best Practices: A Field Guide for New Integrators

Electrical Cabinet Best Practices: A Field Guide for New Integrators

A practical, experience-driven guide to designing and wiring electrical cabinets for machine-tending robotic cells.


Slim M12 Splitters Simplify Sensor Wiring in Tight Enclosures

Slim M12 Splitters Simplify Sensor Wiring in Tight Enclosures

Banner Engineering’s S15Y Slimline M12 splitters simplify sensor wiring with compact overmolds, extended leads, and flexible M8 or M12 branches.


News Dec 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
The Conveyor | November 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | November 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

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.


News Dec 12, 2025 by David Peterson
Introducing an SPE-M12 Hybrid Connector for Data and Power

Introducing an SPE-M12 Hybrid Connector for Data and Power

TE Connectivity's new single-pair Ethernet (SPE)-M12 hybrid connector enables high-speed data transmission up to 1 Gbit/s and power delivery up to 1 kW, all in a single interface.


News Dec 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Cut and strip cables with a screwdriver. Weidmuller’s new Swifty CS is an all-in-one tool that speeds up and simplifies electrical installations.


News Nov 11, 2025 by Seth Price
What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

The new fiber optics units, fiber optic amplifiers, and fiber optic amplifier communication converters offer system flexibility for a wide range of industrial applications.


News Nov 07, 2025 by Seth Price