Rockwell Automation has enhanced the FactoryTalk Optix platform by adding the DataReady Smart Machines, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving…
Rockwell Automation has enhanced the FactoryTalk Optix platform by adding the DataReady Smart Machines, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving decision-making capabilities.
ABB Robotics has partnered with US-based start-up Molg to create robotic microfactories that will automate the disposal…
ABB Robotics has partnered with US-based start-up Molg to create robotic microfactories that will automate the disposal of data center e-waste. The microfactories will disassemble, recover, and recycle old electronic components.
The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.
The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.
Softing Industrial has integrated OPC Unified Architecture (UA) Information Modeling into its edge products and Secure…
Softing Industrial has integrated OPC Unified Architecture (UA) Information Modeling into its edge products and Secure Integration Server (SIS) to enhance functionality in Industrial IoT applications.
By acquiring Manas Microsystems, a leading manufacturer of flow meters in India, Baumer expands its portfolio of flow…
By acquiring Manas Microsystems, a leading manufacturer of flow meters in India, Baumer expands its portfolio of flow measurement solutions and extends its international market reach.
Learn about how one example platform, KEPServerEX by PTC, uses OPC UA to integrate machine centers with various…
Learn about how one example platform, KEPServerEX by PTC, uses OPC UA to integrate machine centers with various communication protocol differences, the ultimate goal of M2M integration.
The new service consists of optimization, monitoring, and benchmarking tools to help companies achieve greater…
The new service consists of optimization, monitoring, and benchmarking tools to help companies achieve greater sustainability by improving the energy efficiency of robots.
Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and…
Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and output modules for the PNOZmulti 2 safe small controller.
The new service utilizes the company's PlantESP Loop Performance Monitoring solution to provide companies with…
The new service utilizes the company's PlantESP Loop Performance Monitoring solution to provide companies with operational insights to maximize plant health and performance.
The newest series of ultra-compact, space-saving industrial cameras integrate all of the components for image acquisition…
The newest series of ultra-compact, space-saving industrial cameras integrate all of the components for image acquisition into a single housing, making for a simple and user-friendly machine vision solution.
Phoenix Contact has released some new products to its portfolio that can offer substantial benefits to integrators: the…
Phoenix Contact has released some new products to its portfolio that can offer substantial benefits to integrators: the PT2,5-4L terminal blocks, a few IO-Link I/O boxes, and the new NearFi couplers.
IDEC has recently unveiled its newest Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) with a built-in Human Machine Interface (HMI),…
IDEC has recently unveiled its newest Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) with a built-in Human Machine Interface (HMI), boasting several I/O ports and a 16 million color 4.3” display.
Even though electrical safety practices have existed for over a century, arc flash safety has only gained traction in…
Even though electrical safety practices have existed for over a century, arc flash safety has only gained traction in recent decades. This article discusses the danger and prevention of arc flash injury.
Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and…
Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and integrated programming abilities. Check out Kollmorgen's latest motion controller, the PCMM2G.
With the use of wenglor’s new LRL ring light, machine vision inspection tasks are made easier through bright lights and…
With the use of wenglor’s new LRL ring light, machine vision inspection tasks are made easier through bright lights and dark field illumination.
KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include…
KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include hardware and software-based updates focused on efficiency and usability.
Inputs and outputs play crucial roles in various automated processes. This article will explain the variances between…
Inputs and outputs play crucial roles in various automated processes. This article will explain the variances between digital and group I/O and offer guidance on setting up each type through Ethernet.
Festo has added a new stepper motor series to its light-duty servo motion solutions. The series rounds out the company's…
Festo has added a new stepper motor series to its light-duty servo motion solutions. The series rounds out the company's one-stop shop that enables customers to tailor purchases to their application needs.
The simple tasks can lead to the most failures. Basic practices in the wiring assembly stages of a project can lead to…
The simple tasks can lead to the most failures. Basic practices in the wiring assembly stages of a project can lead to long-term success or haunting tales of intermittent yet persistent failures.
ABB has introduced various features to its GoFa series cobots to enhance their accuracy, operational efficiency, and…
ABB has introduced various features to its GoFa series cobots to enhance their accuracy, operational efficiency, and applicability.