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KUKA Expands Small Robotics Portfolio With KR AGILUS ultra Series

KUKA Expands Small Robotics Portfolio With KR AGILUS ultra Series

The new small robot combines a payload of up to 16 kg with fast-axis movements, precise positioning, and IP67 protection, enabling use in various demanding, space-constrained applications.


News Feb 12, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Banner Launches Remote Safe I/O Block, Configured Using Studio 5000

Banner Launches Remote Safe I/O Block, Configured Using Studio 5000

The RSio Remote Safe I/O features a machine-mountable, IP67-rated housing and supports up to 192 devices per block. For a “no learning curve” setup, the block is configured in Rockwell’s Studio 5000.


News Feb 11, 2026 by Seth Price
Mean Well Releases PLC With Open-Source OpenPLC Architecture

Mean Well Releases PLC With Open-Source OpenPLC Architecture

The modular PLC-DPLC-32MT/ET series offers expandable I/O capability up to 256 I/O points. The PLCs are programmed with the OpenPLC Editor, supporting the five IEC-61131 programming languages.


News Feb 11, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
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
Ever Motion Solutions Debuts UL-Listed MT Series Stepper Motors

Ever Motion Solutions Debuts UL-Listed MT Series Stepper Motors

The MT series from Ever Motion Solutions features UL-certified hybrid stepper motors designed for accurate positioning and high torque applications.


News Feb 04, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
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.


Beckhoff Launches Seven New EtherCAT Analog Terminals

Beckhoff Launches Seven New EtherCAT Analog Terminals

The high-density analog I/O terminals feature 16-bit resolution and up to eight channels. The launch includes analog input terminals, analog output terminals, and a combined analog input/output terminal.


News Feb 03, 2026 by Seth Price
Sanyo Denki Announces Standby UPS With 200% Overload Capability

Sanyo Denki Announces Standby UPS With 200% Overload Capability

The SANUPS N11D UPS provides backup power for motor-powered machinery subject to large fluctuating loads, offering up to 200% overload capability and 98.6% power conversion efficiency.


News Jan 31, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Aaeon’s Modular Workstation With MXM 3.1 Type A/B GPU Compatibility

Aaeon’s Modular Workstation With MXM 3.1 Type A/B GPU Compatibility

The new MEX-BTS system box with MXM 3.1 Type A/B compatibility supports advanced applications on the factory floor, as well as AI-assisted imaging in medical applications and smart surveillance.


News Jan 30, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
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
Siemens Acquires ASTER to Strengthen PCB Design and Testing

Siemens Acquires ASTER to Strengthen PCB Design and Testing

Siemens integrates shift-left DFT capabilities to improve PCB quality and time-to-market.


News Jan 28, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Puls’ DIN Rail Power Supplies Promise Improved Efficiency, Reliability, and Size

Puls’ DIN Rail Power Supplies Promise Improved Efficiency, Reliability, and Size

According to Puls, the new PLANET family of single- and three-phase power supplies offers a 30% improvement in efficiency, reliability, and compactness compared to the company’s earlier devices.


News Jan 28, 2026 by Seth Price
OnLogic Introduces Palm-Sized Industrial PC for Edge Computing

OnLogic Introduces Palm-Sized Industrial PC for Edge Computing

The new CL260 is an ultra-compact, cost-effective fanless IPC suitable for deployment in space-constrained industrial IoT and automation applications.


News Jan 27, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Dold Launches RE 6900 Wireless Safety System for Industrial Cells

Dold Launches RE 6900 Wireless Safety System for Industrial Cells

The RE 6900 gives operators wireless emergency stop and enabling control for robotic cells and large machines.


News Jan 25, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Aerotech Rolls Out Cost-Effective Two-Axis Laser Scan Head

Aerotech Rolls Out Cost-Effective Two-Axis Laser Scan Head

Serving as an entry point to Aerotech’s two-axis laser scan head family, the new AGV-CPO CORE scanner extends the series’ high-performance to a wider range of laser micromachining applications.


News Jan 24, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Omron’s Edge Device Simplifies Data Collection, Connects Legacy Devices

Omron’s Edge Device Simplifies Data Collection, Connects Legacy Devices

Omron has built its DX100 Data Flow Edge device to bridge OT data collection and IT communications. The device connects to existing equipment and features a low-code environment for fast deployment.


News Jan 23, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Yokogawa Debuts OpreX Intelligent Edge Controller A8 With Data Stream

Yokogawa Debuts OpreX Intelligent Edge Controller A8 With Data Stream

The Linux-based controller features a new data-centric development architecture, enabling application reusability, and an inter-controller time synchronization functionality, coordinating up to 16 units.


News Jan 22, 2026 by Seth Price
Teknic Introduces Integrated Brushless Servo Motor With Ethernet/IP

Teknic Introduces Integrated Brushless Servo Motor With Ethernet/IP

Teknic’s ClearPath-IP brushless servo motor integrates an EtherNet/IP vector servo drive and high-resolution encoder into a single unit. Units are available from 1/8 to 7.7 hp.


News Jan 21, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Tutorial: Setting up an Inovance HMI With A Mitsubishi PLC

Tutorial: Setting up an Inovance HMI With A Mitsubishi PLC

This guide shows you how to create a simple Inovance HMI project and connect it to a Mitsubishi PLC using serial and Ethernet methods, including practical setup steps and common mistakes to avoid.