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Festo Rolls Out Suite of Safety Solutions for Pneumatic Systems

Festo Rolls Out Suite of Safety Solutions for Pneumatic Systems

Festo has released a new suite of pneumatic solutions, including CIP safety modules and valve terminals. The latest additions aim to make pneumatic system operation simpler and safer.


News Dec 15, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Keep Your Operators Safe With IDEM’s MLZ-M RFID Guard Locking Switch

Keep Your Operators Safe With IDEM’s MLZ-M RFID Guard Locking Switch

IDEM has introduced the MLZ-M RFID guard locking switch, designed to enhance safety in automated systems by incorporating advanced RFID technology.


News Dec 13, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Acromag Adds OPC UA and MQTT Support To Remote I/O Module Series

Acromag Adds OPC UA and MQTT Support To Remote I/O Module Series

Cloud applications and edge computing require access to field-level I/O, but not all remote I/O terminals have OPC UA or MQTT capability. Acromag has expanded its series of remote I/O modules to support these protocols.


News Dec 12, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
What are ‘Eddy Currents’ and Why Do They Matter to Motors?

What are ‘Eddy Currents’ and Why Do They Matter to Motors?

Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn, can drive current on their own. That’s not always a good thing.


What’s New at wenglor? A Look at ToF Sensors and Fiber-Optic Amplifiers

What’s New at wenglor? A Look at ToF Sensors and Fiber-Optic Amplifiers

wenglor has added time-of-flight (ToF) sensors and fiber optic amplifiers to its product offerings. The newest additions are designed to tackle sensing challenges across applications.


News Dec 11, 2024 by Seth Price
Baumer Releases Space-Saving, High-Performance Process Sensor Series

Baumer Releases Space-Saving, High-Performance Process Sensor Series

Baumer’s new 50 series combines a compact and robust construction with advanced performance and intuitive operation. The series consists of process sensors that measure pressure, temperature, and conductivity.


News Dec 11, 2024 by Austin Futrell
The Aging Power Grid Needs a Watchdog. Are Robot Dogs the Answer?

The Aging Power Grid Needs a Watchdog. Are Robot Dogs the Answer?

Anybotics and Gresco have partnered in a robotic solution for autonomous utility facility inspections.


News Dec 10, 2024 by John Nieman
New Industrial Ethernet Switch From Weidmuller

New Industrial Ethernet Switch From Weidmuller

Weidmuller is expanding its line of ethernet switches with the BasicLine Series B unmanaged switch with QoS configuration and standard Broadcast Storm protection.


News Dec 10, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Danfoss Upgrades Diagnostics and Coms for AutomationDrive VFD

Danfoss Upgrades Diagnostics and Coms for AutomationDrive VFD

New updates to the VLT AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 VFD provide new communication protocols, condition monitoring and diagnostic functions, and algorithms for increasing energy efficiency.


News Dec 08, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Unlimited Power! Regenerative Unit From Beckhoff Recycles Unused Energy

Unlimited Power! Regenerative Unit From Beckhoff Recycles Unused Energy

Do you have excessive energy problems? Beckhoff has a solution for you: with their new AX8820, you can dump extra energy back into the electrical grid and save money every month.


News Dec 06, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Autonics Updates Sensor and Stop Button Offerings to Improve Safety.

Autonics Updates Sensor and Stop Button Offerings to Improve Safety.

Two new automation products are now available: one geared towards sensing and one towards safety.


News Dec 05, 2024 by Seth Price
Automation News Roundup: Wrapping up 2024

Automation News Roundup: Wrapping up 2024

Many new products are released around tradeshows and the automation industry is no exception. Following recent shows, check out some of the exciting new developments from your favorite manufacturers.


News Dec 04, 2024 by David Peterson
ARRAY Invests in Swap Robotics to Advance Automation in Solar

ARRAY Invests in Swap Robotics to Advance Automation in Solar

ARRAY Technologies has made a $3 million investment in Swap Robotics, bringing together the companies' technologies and expertise to advance robotic automation in the solar industry.


News Nov 29, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Banner Adds New Communication Options to TL70 Pro Tower Lights

Banner Adds New Communication Options to TL70 Pro Tower Lights

Banner has expanded its lighting and indication catalog to include new TL70 Pro tower lights. The latest additions feature Modbus RTU, Ethernet, and Power over Ethernet models.


News Nov 28, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
WERMA Expands MC Beacon Series To Include Touch and Smart Functions

WERMA Expands MC Beacon Series To Include Touch and Smart Functions

The MC55 Touch and MC55 Touch Smart are the latest additions to WERMA’s MC series of LED installation beacons. The new beacons feature up to seven colors, smart software, and touch input capabilities.


News Nov 28, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Pneumatic Valve Operation: Manual, Pilot, and Solenoid

Pneumatic Valve Operation: Manual, Pilot, and Solenoid

Learn about various ways to activate directional control valves for fluids using manual input, air pilot sources, and electrical controls. Sometimes, valves even use a mix of multiple power sources.


Advantech Creates HMINavi to Bolster Industry 4.0 Initiative

Advantech Creates HMINavi to Bolster Industry 4.0 Initiative

Advantech has recently announced the release of the new HMINavi, an HMI platform designed with Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing at its core.


News Nov 26, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Communication and Power Redundancy for Control Devices

Communication and Power Redundancy for Control Devices

Power and control interruptions are, at best, problematic. In some applications, it’s catastrophic. Learn about redundancy for the system, power supplies, control devices, and network topologies.


B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and cloud-based collaboration.


News Nov 24, 2024 by Seth Price
The Importance of Air Preparation in Pneumatic Systems

The Importance of Air Preparation in Pneumatic Systems

Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered, regulated, and sometimes lubricated. The air prep unit does all that and more.