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LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the modern demands of energy efficiency, particularly in high-energy industries like cement and steel.


News Jul 29, 2025 by Seth Price
Weidmuller Deploys Next-Gen Power Supplies for Compact Power Distribution

Weidmuller Deploys Next-Gen Power Supplies for Compact Power Distribution

Weidmuller USA has released its second-generation PROeco power supplies. The updated series features a compact, durable, and high-efficiency design, built to meet the needs of various industrial applications. 


News Jul 28, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

Fraunhofer unveils DressMAN360° and OPTIMA PRO to monitor and improve worker conditions using sensors, surveys, and real-time environmental data.


News Jul 25, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

The upgraded IRB 1200 robot from ABB delivers 5% faster cycle times, 0.011 mm repeatability, and AI-assisted setup for small-part handling and accuracy tasks.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

With its 3 kHz sampling, the OD200 ensures fast, accurate, and stable distance readings—even on difficult surfaces like carbon fiber and polished metal.


News Jul 19, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

The newest motor platform from ABB combines a high-efficiency motor with a variable speed drive (VSD) for simplified installation.


News Jul 18, 2025 by Seth Price
Schneider Electric Launches Robotics Hub and Motion Platform

Schneider Electric Launches Robotics Hub and Motion Platform

New Robotics & Motion Center provides a space for U.S. manufacturers to test and deploy Schneider’s advanced automation and control tech.


News Jul 16, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Zebra and Clearview Launch Industrial Automation ACE in UK

Zebra and Clearview Launch Industrial Automation ACE in UK

A new Center of Excellence by Zebra and Clearview will support AI, 3D vision, and automation training for partners and customers across EMEA.


News Jul 15, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller USA is staying competitive by introducing an unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) switch focused on improving data transmission in industrial networks.


News Jul 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

SMC releases enhanced valves, flow controllers, and air cylinders to improve automation reliability, simplify installation, and reduce maintenance needs.


News Jul 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.


News Jul 02, 2025 by Seth Price
Yokogawa Updates DCS, Invests In Robotic Plant Monitoring

Yokogawa Updates DCS, Invests In Robotic Plant Monitoring

Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also partnered with Shell to develop a robotic and AI plant monitoring and maintenance solution.


News Jun 28, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

Altech Corporation has released a new line of ATEX-IECEx approved terminal blocks for use in explosive environments. The release includes different terminal block models, including push-in, spring/cage clamp, and screw clamp types.


News Jun 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
New Roboze-Comau Partnership Promotes Agile Manufacturing

New Roboze-Comau Partnership Promotes Agile Manufacturing

Comau and Roboze join to deliver speedier, more flexible, accessible, and sustainable automation solutions for on-demand, just-in-time production.


News Jun 23, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden has expanded its data acquisition and transmission and data orchestration and management catalogs to include new hardware and software for critical applications.


News Jun 20, 2025 by Seth Price
Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture, industry, and food sectors.


News Jun 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations precise and efficient by reducing energy use and maintenance costs caused by shaft misalignment.


News Jun 15, 2025 by Seth Price
Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller USA’s industrial relay module series is designed to switch small industrial loads in a variety of applications across industries. The modules feature push-in and screw connection options for simple and versatile setup.


News Jun 13, 2025 by Seth Price
Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 software integrates generative AI and sustainability tools to enhance industrial operations and accelerate decarbonization efforts.


News Jun 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Using FANUC’s EGD Protocol for Robot-to-Robot Communication

Using FANUC’s EGD Protocol for Robot-to-Robot Communication

Handshaking between robots can be handled in many ways, one of them being GE-FANUC’s protocol called “Ethernet Global Data,” or EGD. Learn how to set up EGD on a pair of FANUC robots.