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Managing the climate inside a building is critical for both people and infrastructure. Managing the climate is the job of…

Managing the climate inside a building is critical for both people and infrastructure. Managing the climate is the job of HVAC control systems, but what’s inside an HVAC system, and how do they work?

Alignment procedures for pulleys and shafts are a key to preventing costly breakdowns. An effective strategy pairs…

Alignment procedures for pulleys and shafts are a key to preventing costly breakdowns. An effective strategy pairs alignment with vibration analysis to both prevent and predict these downtime events.

After working with solenoid valves for many years, there are still a few questions: is AD or DC voltage better? Do we…

After working with solenoid valves for many years, there are still a few questions: is AD or DC voltage better? Do we really need lubrication? I turned to an expert for some answers.

PMMI looks forward to the third year of a competition that introduces high school students to the packaging industry and…

PMMI looks forward to the third year of a competition that introduces high school students to the packaging industry and elements of automation, design, and business practice that go with it.

KEB displayed a wide range of motors, drive units, and controllers at PACK EXPO, with key demos combining motion…

KEB displayed a wide range of motors, drive units, and controllers at PACK EXPO, with key demos combining motion solutions that boost speed and flexibility for modern packaging automation.

NORD Drivesystems exhibited IE5+ motors, NORDAC drives, and condition monitoring at PACK EXPO, highlighting connectivity…

NORD Drivesystems exhibited IE5+ motors, NORDAC drives, and condition monitoring at PACK EXPO, highlighting connectivity across motion solutions as the next advancement of packaging systems.

Check out our quick summary of the past month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around…

Check out our quick summary of the past month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.

C‑Motive demonstrated the capabilities of electrostatic motors at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas. The technology offers high…

C‑Motive demonstrated the capabilities of electrostatic motors at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas. The technology offers high torque, low heat, low noise, and magnet-free efficiency for packaging motion.

Motors and motion control are among the most crucial components of any packaging automation solution. Maxon’s PACK EXPO…

Motors and motion control are among the most crucial components of any packaging automation solution. Maxon’s PACK EXPO booth delivered flexible, reliable motion devices for industry applications.

Alignment is an often overlooked element in operations, leading to both energy efficiency and equipment longevity in…

Alignment is an often overlooked element in operations, leading to both energy efficiency and equipment longevity in rotating machinery.

In this instrumentation and control (I&C) article, we will explore the fundamental terminology and concepts used when…

In this instrumentation and control (I&C) article, we will explore the fundamental terminology and concepts used when working with industrial plants.

Whether using industrial DIN-rail DC power supplies or linear power supplies for motors, these devices all have the…

Whether using industrial DIN-rail DC power supplies or linear power supplies for motors, these devices all have the potential to fail. Although there can be several root causes, there are a few simple methods of testing a power supply.

Network switches are the key components in the production network for secure communication and real-time data sharing…

Network switches are the key components in the production network for secure communication and real-time data sharing between RTUs, PLC frontend servers, workstations, and HMIs.

The SPDL 480W PSU delivers high performance, advanced safety features, and space savings for industrial control cabinets…

The SPDL 480W PSU delivers high performance, advanced safety features, and space savings for industrial control cabinets and OEM applications.

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2025—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to…

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2025—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

Traco Power’s new TXN 1000 W series offers engineers a compact, high-efficiency AC/DC power supply with broad voltage…

Traco Power’s new TXN 1000 W series offers engineers a compact, high-efficiency AC/DC power supply with broad voltage support and thermal endurance.

Weidmuller USA has released its second-generation PROeco power supplies. The updated series features a compact, durable,…

Weidmuller USA has released its second-generation PROeco power supplies. The updated series features a compact, durable, and high-efficiency design, built to meet the needs of various industrial applications. 

The SPRS Series from Autonics provides scalable, smart heating control for multi-zone processes with advanced diagnostics…

The SPRS Series from Autonics provides scalable, smart heating control for multi-zone processes with advanced diagnostics and multiple control options.

Siemens Energy and Eaton are working together to accelerate data center construction run on grid-independent, clean…

Siemens Energy and Eaton are working together to accelerate data center construction run on grid-independent, clean energy to support the demands of artificial intelligence and cloud computing.