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Starting as an exciting novelty that has gained a foothold in many consumer technologies, voice control has struggled…

Starting as an exciting novelty that has gained a foothold in many consumer technologies, voice control has struggled with industrial traction, but Konica Minolta has a new method of programming robotics.

Process automation relies on precise control systems to operate production equipment for everything from lumber to…

Process automation relies on precise control systems to operate production equipment for everything from lumber to pastries. Using control algorithms produces stable, accurate, and often delicious results.

ABB Robotics is making strides to promote the adoption of automation solutions and incubate the future automation…

ABB Robotics is making strides to promote the adoption of automation solutions and incubate the future automation workforce through its latest educational and technology offerings.

Emerson has enhanced its DeltaV Distributed Control System with the addition of their NextGen Smart Firewall for better…

Emerson has enhanced its DeltaV Distributed Control System with the addition of their NextGen Smart Firewall for better network security as manufacturing and plant connectivity continue to grow.

What are some of the most recent developments making waves in the world of robotics and automation? Learn about a few…

What are some of the most recent developments making waves in the world of robotics and automation? Learn about a few trends with some editorial thoughts about the future of the technology for end users.

Industrial and robotics cabling requires specialized termination strategies. This article introduces connectors involved…

Industrial and robotics cabling requires specialized termination strategies. This article introduces connectors involved in automation applications for cable-to-cable or cable-to-device termination.

OnLogic has recently released a new edge server built on Intel’s 13th-gen i-series processors, ready to harness the…

OnLogic has recently released a new edge server built on Intel’s 13th-gen i-series processors, ready to harness the processing power of technology for increased power and efficiency on the shop floor.

Yaskawa Motoman plans to expand its existing Miamisburg headquarters to increase operational capacity and help meet…

Yaskawa Motoman plans to expand its existing Miamisburg headquarters to increase operational capacity and help meet customer demand for automated robotics solutions.

Join Control Automation for a review of the show highlights and a special feature of some exciting booths visited on the…

Join Control Automation for a review of the show highlights and a special feature of some exciting booths visited on the last and final day of the Automate trade show. Excited for the next year of innovation!

Rockwell Automation has released an IO-Link master with configurable ports designed for harsh, on-machine environments…

Rockwell Automation has released an IO-Link master with configurable ports designed for harsh, on-machine environments with the ability to connect both discrete and IO-Link field devices.

Any kind of computer programming can be challenging to determine what aspects are truly unique versus what aspects should…

Any kind of computer programming can be challenging to determine what aspects are truly unique versus what aspects should be standardized across projects and platforms to streamline future development.

The second day of Automate 2023 in Detroit was a huge success! The Control Automation engineering and sales team met with…

The second day of Automate 2023 in Detroit was a huge success! The Control Automation engineering and sales team met with a number of companies to discuss and explore the exciting, innovative demonstrations.

System dynamics is primarily concerned with understanding complex systems’ behaviors over time. Mathematical and…

System dynamics is primarily concerned with understanding complex systems’ behaviors over time. Mathematical and computer models can help identify responses before turning to costly real-world experiments.

It’s the first two days of Automate 2023, and the Control Automation team hit the streets to learn about the latest and…

It’s the first two days of Automate 2023, and the Control Automation team hit the streets to learn about the latest and greatest technology rocking the world of robotics and industrial automation!

Automate 2023 has begun! This year’s trade show features some exciting new technologies, including automation solutions…

Automate 2023 has begun! This year’s trade show features some exciting new technologies, including automation solutions from Universal Robots, Bosch Rexroth, and DENSO Robotics.

This article features an in-depth discussion of the various options for buttons and switches, including function, styles,…

This article features an in-depth discussion of the various options for buttons and switches, including function, styles, shapes, and illumination options for all kinds of control panel inputs.

Phoenix Contact has unveiled its latest products and solutions in industrial communication, connection, and automation…

Phoenix Contact has unveiled its latest products and solutions in industrial communication, connection, and automation for greater efficiency and ease of use among users.

We usually think of joysticks in terms of video game controllers, but they exist in all kinds of industrial systems:…

We usually think of joysticks in terms of video game controllers, but they exist in all kinds of industrial systems: heavy equipment, overhead cranes, and even some robotic controls. But how do they work?

Designing, installing, and maintaining control systems involves a lot of wires. Each wire has a purpose, often indicated…

Designing, installing, and maintaining control systems involves a lot of wires. Each wire has a purpose, often indicated by the color of the insulation. But what are the common colors, and what do they mean?