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SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

The DTECT family bundles the company's optical sensors under a product naming convention that groups them by color, distance, presence, and 3D object detection.


News May 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens and OnLogic Push Edge Computing Into Extremes

Siemens and OnLogic Push Edge Computing Into Extremes

A new Siemens and OnLogic solution extends Industrial Edge to extreme sites with zero-touch deployment, legacy integration, and secure, scalable AI processing.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

The PoWa robots combine high-speed motion and power with user-friendly programming and plug-and-play tooling, targeting a variety of manufacturing processes, including machine tending and welding.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Seth Price
Siemens IADC Bridges IT/OT Divide With AI at the Edge

Siemens IADC Bridges IT/OT Divide With AI at the Edge

Industrial Automation DataCenter (IADC) is Siemens’ hyperconverged IT/OT platform delivering AI at the edge, stronger security, and resilient operations.


News Apr 29, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Balluff Launches Compact SmartLight Rigid Signal Light

Balluff Launches Compact SmartLight Rigid Signal Light

New SmartLight Rigid from Balluff offers glare-free illumination, slim design, and flexible signalling in tight spaces.


News Apr 28, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Using 2NO/2NC Contacts to Make Motor Starters More Fail‑Safe

Using 2NO/2NC Contacts to Make Motor Starters More Fail‑Safe

A practical look at how 2NO/2NC contactors and auxiliary contacts can clean up command, feedback, and fault logic in motor circuits.


Why Connector Design Still Matters in Industrial Systems

Why Connector Design Still Matters in Industrial Systems

Binder updated its M12 and M16 connectors with triangular molding to improve strain relief, reduce twisting, and extend cable life.


News Apr 27, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

The VOC industrial camera records images and videos 15 minutes before and after a fault event, while the CleverReader stationary code reader captures 1D and 2D codes at throughput speeds up to 3.5 m/s.


News Apr 26, 2026 by Seth Price
Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

The AFS58 encoder delivers SIL2 and Performance Level d compliance, high-resolution Sin/Cos feedback, and a rugged, plug-and-play design for smart and precise axis monitoring in demanding environments.


News Apr 25, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Maintaining focal distance on a laser marker can require expensive servos or movable fixtures; the AREX400 AF features an internal focal adjustment that accommodates up to 120 mm of focal distance change.


News Apr 24, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Mitsubishi PLC to VFD Control: RS-485 Communication

Mitsubishi PLC to VFD Control: RS-485 Communication

This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the FX3U-485-BD. You can control speed and monitor the system using ladder logic.


Robotics Growth Drives FANUC’s Major Michigan Investment

Robotics Growth Drives FANUC’s Major Michigan Investment

FANUC will invest $90 million in a new Michigan facility to expand U.S. robotics production and support growing North American demand.


News Apr 22, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
The 100,000-Hour Myth: Decoding Industrial LED Life Cycles

The 100,000-Hour Myth: Decoding Industrial LED Life Cycles

Why do "forever" LEDs fail? A technical guide on L70 standards, multi-voltage IC drivers, and a comparison of industry-leading LED manufacturers.


Turck TX400 Series Adds Power and Flexibility to HMI/PLCs

Turck TX400 Series Adds Power and Flexibility to HMI/PLCs

New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.


News Apr 21, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

The new safety I/O module, the BWU4277, replaces complexity with flexibility. The device features up to 14 safe inputs and two safe outputs, targeting a wide range of safety applications.


News Apr 19, 2026 by Seth Price
Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

The new Connector App enables operators to connect and control Kassow’s robots in real time, all from a single ctrlX OS device, without PLC programming.


News Apr 15, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Cutting the Spin: Fluke Streamlines Alignment Work

Cutting the Spin: Fluke Streamlines Alignment Work

Fluke’s RotAlign Core and Elite improve shaft alignment with faster setup, real-time feedback, and reduced measurement errors.


News Apr 14, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Yaskawa Does the Heavy Lifting at MODEX 2026

Yaskawa Does the Heavy Lifting at MODEX 2026

Yaskawa’s Motoman supply chain robotic solutions were showcased as examples of AI-driven and collaborative solutions aimed at tackling common labor and scalability challenges.


News Apr 14, 2026 by David Peterson
TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

The FX1616-BA controller’s transition to surface-mount technology aims to combat component obsolescence and improve manufacturing consistency.


News Apr 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Beijer Electronics, Visual Components, and Fluke Corporation have released enhanced HMI software, faster factory simulation tools, and accelerated AI-powered maintenance work.


News Apr 11, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo