Weidmüller has added to its network switches with the EcoLine Series B. The new series of unmanaged switches for industrial Ethernet promises longer uptime and…
Weidmüller has added to its network switches with the EcoLine Series B. The new series of unmanaged switches for industrial Ethernet promises longer uptime and fewer disruptions.
In this article, we will explore real-world considerations for strain gauge performance and typical applications. We’ll…
In this article, we will explore real-world considerations for strain gauge performance and typical applications. We’ll be talking about foil and wire strain gauges, but ignoring semiconductors.
A flasher can easily be implemented using interlocking timers in a PLC environment on an Arduino Uno using OpenPLC,…
A flasher can easily be implemented using interlocking timers in a PLC environment on an Arduino Uno using OpenPLC, UiFlow Blockly Code, and a programmable HMI-based LCD unit.
Balluff eases the stress of design, build, and troubleshooting time for safety-rated I/O devices with a new CIP safety…
Balluff eases the stress of design, build, and troubleshooting time for safety-rated I/O devices with a new CIP safety module, engineered for rugged, on-machine installation.
Mitsubishi Electric has partnered with ModuleWorks to advance digital transformation through the development of software…
Mitsubishi Electric has partnered with ModuleWorks to advance digital transformation through the development of software for machine-tool simulation and CAD/CAM data integration.
Schmalz has released mini compact terminals designed to tackle critical space needs and reduce cycle times while keeping…
Schmalz has released mini compact terminals designed to tackle critical space needs and reduce cycle times while keeping installation simple.
Universal Robots has announced the release of the UR30, a collaborative robot featuring the heaviest payload in the UR…
Universal Robots has announced the release of the UR30, a collaborative robot featuring the heaviest payload in the UR catalog and a maximum reach meeting or exceeding many previous models.
Robotic simulation creators RoboDK and Open Robotics have released hardware and software updates to advance robot…
Robotic simulation creators RoboDK and Open Robotics have released hardware and software updates to advance robot application simulation and improve onsite integration.
Balluff has released the latest in its photoelectric family: mini fork sensors. The sensors are made to deliver the power…
Balluff has released the latest in its photoelectric family: mini fork sensors. The sensors are made to deliver the power and precision of Balluff fork sensors—only—in a miniature size.
For being no more than a thin piece of metal, the strain gauge is a versatile measurement tool, from small switches to…
For being no more than a thin piece of metal, the strain gauge is a versatile measurement tool, from small switches to multi-ton machines. In this article, learn the operating principles and properties.
OnLogic has developed and released new products to help enhance industrial computing needs with a new 1000 W power supply…
OnLogic has developed and released new products to help enhance industrial computing needs with a new 1000 W power supply and enhancements to the lineup of industrial PC technology.
ABB Robotics has grown its portfolio of SCARA robots with the introduction of the IRB 930. The IRB 930 can handle high…
ABB Robotics has grown its portfolio of SCARA robots with the introduction of the IRB 930. The IRB 930 can handle high payloads and force-intensive tasks, meeting a greater need of applications and industries.
Neugart has released several new planetary gearbox designs, one series specially configured for delta robots and several…
Neugart has released several new planetary gearbox designs, one series specially configured for delta robots and several new models for lightweight, compact economic applications.
Festo recently announced the introduction of three new variants of parallel, radial, and angular pneumatic grippers to…
Festo recently announced the introduction of three new variants of parallel, radial, and angular pneumatic grippers to improve efficiency and precision for complex pick and place operations.
Partners HMI Project and KEB Automation have launched HELIO, a new web-based HMI application for creating interactive web…
Partners HMI Project and KEB Automation have launched HELIO, a new web-based HMI application for creating interactive web pages that can control and monitor automated equipment.
Siemens and Microsoft have launched their jointly developed "generative AI-powered assistant," Siemens Industrial…
Siemens and Microsoft have launched their jointly developed "generative AI-powered assistant," Siemens Industrial Copilot, to help workers with PLC programming and machine troubleshooting.
When inputs or outputs stop working, the equipment fails to respond and money starts slipping away. Dive into the concept…
When inputs or outputs stop working, the equipment fails to respond and money starts slipping away. Dive into the concept of troubleshooting I/O without ever opening the PLC software.
Carlo Gavazzi Automation has launched a new line of photoelectric laser sensors with selectable application functions and…
Carlo Gavazzi Automation has launched a new line of photoelectric laser sensors with selectable application functions and IO-Link for enhanced capabilities in a multitude of settings.
When IT and OT converge on the shop floor, it’s important to understand how and when to let a computer control the…
When IT and OT converge on the shop floor, it’s important to understand how and when to let a computer control the assignment of network addresses, or when you would rather keep it under control.
Pneumatic grippers are traditionally limited to fully open or closed positions, making SCHUNK’s Pneumatic Positioning…
Pneumatic grippers are traditionally limited to fully open or closed positions, making SCHUNK’s Pneumatic Positioning Device useful for applications requiring an intermediate grip position.