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How Are Companies Partaking in COVID-19 Relief Efforts?

How Are Companies Partaking in COVID-19 Relief Efforts?

In the last month, many companies have stepped up to help face this crisis by 3D printing and other manufacturing efforts.


Omron Enhances Capabilities of LD Series Mobile Robots With Software Update

Omron Enhances Capabilities of LD Series Mobile Robots With Software Update

Omron Automation has released a new software package designed to enhance the integration, reliability, and flexibility of its LD Series mobile robots.


DHL Supply Chain to Install 1,000 Warehouse Robots From Locus Robotics

DHL Supply Chain to Install 1,000 Warehouse Robots From Locus Robotics

In a recent announcement, DHL Supply Chain revealed that they will once again be partnering with Locus Robotics to expand the capabilities of their supply chain.


News Mar 27, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
New 3D Inspection System With Full-Scale Inspection Capabilities

New 3D Inspection System With Full-Scale Inspection Capabilities

Keyence, a company that specializes in vision systems, has developed a new imaging system that demonstrates just advanced automation technology.


News Mar 26, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Rockwell Automation Offers Free Access to FactoryTalk Software During Pandemic

Rockwell Automation Offers Free Access to FactoryTalk Software During Pandemic

Rockwell Automation and software expert, PTC, jointly announced they will provide Vuforia Chalk, a collaborative remote assistance tool, for free until June 30, 2020.


New HMI and SCADA Package Designed For Machine Builders and OEMs

New HMI and SCADA Package Designed For Machine Builders and OEMs

What is this software package and why is it important in the world of automation?


News Mar 24, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
The Difference Between Electromechanical and Solid State Relays

The Difference Between Electromechanical and Solid State Relays

Just like the emergence of transistors led to digital control systems, solid-state electronics have created a whole new variety of relays with some striking differences, with a few distinct advantages.


Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Whether it’s a critical machine repair or the installation of a brand new piece of equipment, it’s important to have the knowledge and skill to properly connect sensors to a control system.


New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

New Actuator Control Panel Designed for Hazardous Conditions

Rotork recently announced its all-new local controls station for actuators and general flow control. 


News Mar 16, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

This article will focus on using an Allen-Bradley ramp/soak controller with a PID.


Simpson Electric Release the Eagle: A Programmable Digital Meter

Simpson Electric Release the Eagle: A Programmable Digital Meter

What are the key features of Simpson Electric’s latest digital meter and how can it benefit the automation industry?


News Mar 11, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Tips to Consider for Sensor Selection

Tips to Consider for Sensor Selection

The wide variety of sensors available for control systems leads to the daunting task of selecting the proper device.


Safety Requirements for Cobots

Safety Requirements for Cobots

Cobots are poised to provide major breakthroughs in robot integration alongside the workforce.


OnRobot Releases New Single Pad Gecko Gripper

OnRobot Releases New Single Pad Gecko Gripper

This week, OnRobot has released the latest product to expand on the existing family of Gecko Grippers.


News Feb 24, 2020 by Maddie Bradshaw
Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

In this article, we take a look at hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators and how they are used in different scenarios.


Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow a carefully prescribed profile, correcting for inconsistencies caused by the equipment, the environment, and even the products in the manufacturing process.


Building Cyber Resilience In Industrial Control Systems

Building Cyber Resilience In Industrial Control Systems

Industrial control system cybersecurity can be a matter of vital corporate and national interest. What are the operational risks, and how are they assessed?


Researchers Model New Soft Robotic Grippers After Sea Anemones

Researchers Model New Soft Robotic Grippers After Sea Anemones

Researchers have developed a novel, flexible robotic gripper that can be used to pick up differently-shaped objects.


News Jan 23, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
KUKA Launches KR IONTEC, an Industrial Robot for the Medium Payload Category

KUKA Launches KR IONTEC, an Industrial Robot for the Medium Payload Category

KUKA launches a new industrial robot called the KR IONTEC, a member of the 30-70 kg payload category.


News Jan 20, 2020 by Maddie Bradshaw
EVT’s Newest 3D Sensor Enables Optical Character Recognition in Industrial Settings

EVT’s Newest 3D Sensor Enables Optical Character Recognition in Industrial Settings

3D sensors are gaining new uses in industrial settings. EVT's most recent offering identifies characters in labels and barcodes.


News Jan 18, 2020 by Kate Smith