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Festo Enhances Pneumatics With Digital Closed-Loop Control System

Festo Enhances Pneumatics With Digital Closed-Loop Control System

Festo has developed Control Pneumatics technology to improve precision and efficiency in compressed air and gas applications via digital closed-loop control.


News Apr 06, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
IDEM NET-BOX, Now in Die-Cast Metal For Durable, Network-Enabled Control

IDEM NET-BOX, Now in Die-Cast Metal For Durable, Network-Enabled Control

IDEM Safety Switches now offers a die-cast metal version of its NET-BOX: a customizable push button control station and I/O solution designed to simplify industrial automation.


News Apr 05, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Schneider Electric Rolls Out TeSys Deca Advanced Contactors

Schneider Electric Rolls Out TeSys Deca Advanced Contactors

The new TeSys Deca Advanced contactors made their debut at ProMat 2025. The contactors are designed for simple installation and increased efficiency and reliability in motor management.


News Apr 04, 2025 by Seth Price
DIN Valve Connectors: Types, Applications, and Benefits

DIN Valve Connectors: Types, Applications, and Benefits

DIN valve connectors, not to be confused with DIN rails, are a common electrical connector for valves in the automation industry, efficiently providing power to valves, sensors, and even small motors.


AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Linear Potentiometer Catalog

AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Linear Potentiometer Catalog

AutomationDirect has added new models to its ProSense linear potentiometer catalog. Customers now have a wider range of linear sensing options for greater flexibility in mounting and data collection.


News Apr 03, 2025 by Seth Price
JVL ServoStep Integrated Stepper Motors See New Upgrades

JVL ServoStep Integrated Stepper Motors See New Upgrades

JVL has upgraded its existing ServoStep integrated stepper motors to include dual analog outputs, built-in IO-Link communication, and the ability to synchronize up to 32 axes without a controller.


News Apr 03, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Optimize & Secure Your Network with Antaira’s a.NMS

Optimize & Secure Your Network with Antaira’s a.NMS

Antaira’s a.NMS simplifies industrial network management with real-time monitoring, scalability up to 1,000 nodes, proactive alerts & automated updates.


News Apr 02, 2025 by Austin Futrell
ABB, Siemens, and Schneider Electric Invest Millions in US Manufacturing

ABB, Siemens, and Schneider Electric Invest Millions in US Manufacturing

Top companies in the industrial space are making big investments in American manufacturing. ABB, Siemens, and Schneider Electric are creating new facilities to meet demands driven by the growth of critical infrastructure.


News Mar 30, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Meet Mayvn AI: The AI-Powered Platform for Improving Manufacturing

Meet Mayvn AI: The AI-Powered Platform for Improving Manufacturing

OFS has launched an artificial intelligence platform that enables executives and workers on the factory floor to leverage data, bridge communication, and, ultimately, improve manufacturing operations.


News Mar 28, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Precision and Reliability: Autonics Releases EP50S Rotary Encoders

Precision and Reliability: Autonics Releases EP50S Rotary Encoders

Autonics’ new EP50S series single-turn absolute rotary encoders are designed to bring precision to position control applications. The 50 mm encoders are capable of resolutions up to 1024 divisions.


News Mar 27, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Understanding the Derivative Term in PID Control

Understanding the Derivative Term in PID Control

We know that PID stands for proportional, integral, and derivative, but have you ever seen exactly how the derivative term affects the final output signal in a motion control system?


Shedding Light on Safety: Keyence’s GL-V Curtain

Shedding Light on Safety: Keyence’s GL-V Curtain

Keyence’s GL-V Safety Light Curtain ensures worker safety in harsh environments with durable design, easy installation, and advanced troubleshooting features.


News Mar 26, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Softing Enhances FG-200 Gateway Hardware and Firmware

Softing Enhances FG-200 Gateway Hardware and Firmware

Softing Industrial has updated its FG-200 gateway, designed for the integration of FF-H1 devices, to version V1.21. The new update promises more stable connections between devices and better firmware.


News Mar 21, 2025 by Seth Price
Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer has released the OM60 laser distance sensor, a highly accurate and adjustable laser distance sensor for use in inspection, measurement, and position control applications.


News Mar 21, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens, Anybotics, and Stäubli Launch Robot Technology Highlighting Precision and Efficiency

Siemens, Anybotics, and Stäubli Launch Robot Technology Highlighting Precision and Efficiency

Discover the latest robot technologies focused on accuracy and efficiency, including Siemens’ Sinumerik Machine Tool Robot, Anybotics’ Data Navigator, and Stäubli’s Sterimove mobile cleanroom robot.


News Mar 19, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Avoiding SCADA Pitfalls: 3 Tips for Operational and Business Advantages

Avoiding SCADA Pitfalls: 3 Tips for Operational and Business Advantages

A well-designed SCADA system can reduce costs, increase throughput, and improve usability. Successful implementation requires consideration from both an operational and a business perspective.


Datalogic Releases the Matrix 220 XAI Code Reader With AI and Auto Setup

Datalogic Releases the Matrix 220 XAI Code Reader With AI and Auto Setup

The newest barcode reader from Datalogic utilizes AI for increased throughput in direct part marking (DPM) applications. The barcode reader is also designed for quick and intuitive deployment with auto setup.


News Mar 17, 2025 by Seth Price
Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes has partnered with KUKA to integrate its 3DEXPERIENCE platform into KUKA's Mosaixx digital ecosystem, offering manufacturers a path to smarter, more adaptable robotic solutions.


News Mar 16, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Advancing Automation: SMC Launches C55 Cylinders and D-MPG Sensors

Advancing Automation: SMC Launches C55 Cylinders and D-MPG Sensors

SMC's new C55 Series cylinders and D-MPG position sensors promise enhanced precision, efficiency, and versatility in industrial automation applications.


News Mar 14, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Patlite Signal Towers, Now Featuring M12 Connection for Simple Wiring

Patlite Signal Towers, Now Featuring M12 Connection for Simple Wiring

The new LR6 signal towers from Patlite feature a single M12 cable that simplifies wiring for industrial systems, enabling speedy installation, enhanced environmental resistance, and reduced maintenance requirements.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell