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Emerson has released version 10.6 of its PAC Machine Edition integrated development environment. The update includes a…

Emerson has released version 10.6 of its PAC Machine Edition integrated development environment. The update includes a new PLC simulator and other performance improvements to increase developer efficiency.

The new Axial AX300 edge server from OnLogic is designed to provide businesses of all sizes with powerful, secure, and…

The new Axial AX300 edge server from OnLogic is designed to provide businesses of all sizes with powerful, secure, and easily deployed on-site AI and edge capabilities.

The newest plug-and-play Smart Factory solution from Nulogy is focused on providing manufacturers with real-time insights…

The newest plug-and-play Smart Factory solution from Nulogy is focused on providing manufacturers with real-time insights that can be used to boost operational efficiency.

Beijer Electronics partners with Festo to integrate WebIQ into an upcoming series of motion controllers, offering a…

Beijer Electronics partners with Festo to integrate WebIQ into an upcoming series of motion controllers, offering a low-code HMI/SCADA solution for monitoring pneumatic and electrical systems.

Banner Engineering has released an electronic status display with a 10 m viewing distance. The new status display…

Banner Engineering has released an electronic status display with a 10 m viewing distance. The new status display utilizes LEDs and text to indicate equipment status. No PLC is required for operation.

It can be risky to adopt unknown technology; it poses serious security concerns if misused. The Control.com engineering…

It can be risky to adopt unknown technology; it poses serious security concerns if misused. The Control.com engineering team contacted our friends at OnLogic to gain some insight into VPN technology.

ABB Ability Genix Copilot uses AI and data analytics to boost efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability in…

ABB Ability Genix Copilot uses AI and data analytics to boost efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability in manufacturing, providing actionable insights through a conversational interface.

The new Energy Manager solution by Emerson is designed to enhance electricity monitoring, allowing manufacturers to…

The new Energy Manager solution by Emerson is designed to enhance electricity monitoring, allowing manufacturers to reduce energy waste and emissions.

New updates to the VLT AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 VFD provide new communication protocols, condition monitoring and…

New updates to the VLT AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 VFD provide new communication protocols, condition monitoring and diagnostic functions, and algorithms for increasing energy efficiency.

SensoPart’s new VISOR XE will feature 4x faster processing speeds, AI capabilities up to 8x faster, and seamless…

SensoPart’s new VISOR XE will feature 4x faster processing speeds, AI capabilities up to 8x faster, and seamless integration with existing VISOR software and accessories.

The new Safety+ solution from B&R enhances the development of safety applications with open programming, new productivity…

The new Safety+ solution from B&R enhances the development of safety applications with open programming, new productivity tools, and flexible software solutions.

The new OpreX Batch MES software package is designed to reduce errors and headaches in small-batch manufacturing of fine…

The new OpreX Batch MES software package is designed to reduce errors and headaches in small-batch manufacturing of fine chemicals like fragrances and semiconductor photoresists.

Banner has expanded its lighting and indication catalog to include new TL70 Pro tower lights. The latest additions…

Banner has expanded its lighting and indication catalog to include new TL70 Pro tower lights. The latest additions feature Modbus RTU, Ethernet, and Power over Ethernet models.

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.

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and…

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and cloud-based collaboration.

KEB offers machine builders the ability to sell their customers custom software for machine learning and predictive…

KEB offers machine builders the ability to sell their customers custom software for machine learning and predictive maintenance without years of development.

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.

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.