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Keeping Cool. WEG’s New Water-Cooled Motors Take the Heat Off

Keeping Cool. WEG’s New Water-Cooled Motors Take the Heat Off

The new W22 water-cooled motor line uses liquid cooling to deliver high power density, low noise, and reliable operation in space-constrained and harsh environments.


News Nov 13, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
All About The Legendary Stack Light

All About The Legendary Stack Light

The stack light has a simple but powerful purpose: to report the status of the equipment. Follow along as we take a deep dive into the venerable illuminated signal tower.


A Little Power Goes A Long Way: New Lutze LEPOS Power Supplies

A Little Power Goes A Long Way: New Lutze LEPOS Power Supplies

New LEPOS power supplies from Lutze offer dependable DC power with up to 94% efficiency, built-in protection, and easy installation for industrial use.


News Nov 06, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Methods of Precision Alignment: Mechanical, Laser, and Vibration Analysis

Methods of Precision Alignment: Mechanical, Laser, and Vibration Analysis

Alignment procedures for pulleys and shafts are a key to preventing costly breakdowns. An effective strategy pairs alignment with vibration analysis to both prevent and predict these downtime events.


Researchers Develop “Brainless” Rubber Band-Powered Robots

Researchers Develop “Brainless” Rubber Band-Powered Robots

Not all robots need fancy sensors or fast computing. Harvard researchers have developed a robot that operates without a brain; instead, the robot utilizes a motor and some rubber bands.


News Oct 31, 2025 by Seth Price
Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

A new 3D scanning robot from Elite Robots streamlines industrial inspections, improving accuracy and reducing manual labor in manufacturing.


News Oct 29, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

After working with solenoid valves for many years, there are still a few questions: is AD or DC voltage better? Do we really need lubrication? I turned to an expert for some answers.


Grease to Green: Siemens’ Relays Get a Sustainable Spin

Grease to Green: Siemens’ Relays Get a Sustainable Spin

Envalior’s used cooking oil-based plastic gives Siemens’ 3RQ4 relays a greener edge, reducing carbon footprint and supporting circular design.


News Oct 27, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
WAGO Expands Compact Controller 100 for Modern Automation

WAGO Expands Compact Controller 100 for Modern Automation

The new Compact Controller 100 blends flexible I/O, open programming, and compact DIN-rail design for space-saving industrial automation.


News Oct 23, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Picture This: Balluff’s 5GigE Cameras See It All

Picture This: Balluff’s 5GigE Cameras See It All

Balluff introduces 5GigE Vision cameras designed for speed, flexibility, and integration across industrial and robotic inspection systems.


News Oct 23, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

A new brand structure brings ABB and Baldor-Reliance together, simplifying product lines while honoring both companies’ manufacturing heritage.


News Oct 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Researchers Play With Fidget Poppers To Advance Soft Robotics

Researchers Play With Fidget Poppers To Advance Soft Robotics

Purdue University researchers have found inspiration in a common child’s toy: fidget poppers. The toy’s bistable actuation has been applied to robot grippers and legs for use in challenging environments.


News Oct 18, 2025 by Seth Price
AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Family With Three New Sensor Series

AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Family With Three New Sensor Series

The new series include magnetic proximity sensors, small bore submersible level sensors, and fixed-range temperature transmitters, all designed to tackle a wide range of industrial applications.


News Oct 17, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

The five-port IP67 unmanaged Ethernet switch includes M12 X-coded and A-coded connectors with PoE+ options, enabling networking in harsh industrial environments where resistance to shock and vibration is a necessity.


News Oct 14, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

The IO-Link safety master PDP67 is part of Pilz’s larger IO-Link safety system. The master functions as a decentralized interface to the safety control system, enabling simple and scalable automation.


News Oct 12, 2025 by Seth Price
Go With the Flow: Yaskawa’s iQpump605 Pumps Up Efficiency

Go With the Flow: Yaskawa’s iQpump605 Pumps Up Efficiency

The iQpump605 combines smart controls, flexible enclosures, and mobile connectivity to simplify setup and boost efficiency across pump systems.


News Oct 10, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Autonics Launches Advanced Graphic Panel Series With Gateway Model

Autonics Launches Advanced Graphic Panel Series With Gateway Model

The iTP series HMIs include several display sizes and a gateway option. All models feature a quad-core processor and come equipped with Autonics’ HMI screen editor for intuitive operation and quick setup.


News Oct 09, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Carlo Gavazzi Launches ATEX-Compliant Power Relay Series

Carlo Gavazzi Launches ATEX-Compliant Power Relay Series

The new CF/CS30 electromechanical power relays feature ATEX certification compliance, making them suitable for use in hazardous environments where flammable and combustible materials are used.


News Oct 08, 2025 by Seth Price
Managing and Configuring Switches for Secure SCADA Networks | Part 2

Managing and Configuring Switches for Secure SCADA Networks | Part 2

Learn about OT resilience strategies, including SSH, authentication, port blocking, and MAC address binding, methods that can be employed to protect network switches.


PACK Challenge: Where Competition Meets Real-World Industry

PACK Challenge: Where Competition Meets Real-World Industry

PMMI looks forward to the third year of a competition that introduces high school students to the packaging industry and elements of automation, design, and business practice that go with it.


News Oct 07, 2025 by David Peterson