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The new ELGA-TB actuator operates in sub-zero conditions down to -30°C without requiring heated housing or bulky motor setups.

The new ELGA-TB actuator operates in sub-zero conditions down to -30°C without requiring heated housing or bulky motor setups.

Get ready for a control-themed roller coaster ride, pitting two PLCs against one Modbus I/O rack, and you might be…

Get ready for a control-themed roller coaster ride, pitting two PLCs against one Modbus I/O rack, and you might be shocked at the results: Who will win… And who will lose?

The new 100-mm Hand-E Adaptive Gripper option gives manufacturers a wider gripping range while keeping the same payload,…

The new 100-mm Hand-E Adaptive Gripper option gives manufacturers a wider gripping range while keeping the same payload, sealed design, precision, controls, and integration workflow.

Learn how to configure the connection for a Mitsubishi FX5UC controller over Ethernet using GX Works 3.

Learn how to configure the connection for a Mitsubishi FX5UC controller over Ethernet using GX Works 3.

The new HLZ safety switches deliver 10 kN of locking force and IP69K protection for heavy-duty safety in demanding…

The new HLZ safety switches deliver 10 kN of locking force and IP69K protection for heavy-duty safety in demanding industrial applications.

The new controllers combine sequence, motion, and network control into a single, multi-core platform capable of…

The new controllers combine sequence, motion, and network control into a single, multi-core platform capable of supporting up to 256 axes.

When motors drive in parallel from a single main power source, do they each need an individual VFD? Check out why this is…

When motors drive in parallel from a single main power source, do they each need an individual VFD? Check out why this is useful in some cases, and take note of some necessary precautions.

Predictive maintenance brings real cost and time savings, but there can be a lot of confusion when setting up a system.…

Predictive maintenance brings real cost and time savings, but there can be a lot of confusion when setting up a system. Control.com talks to the experts at NORD, a motor specialist, to learn more.

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced a compact IO-Link signal light cap with touch functionality that enables local operator…

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced a compact IO-Link signal light cap with touch functionality that enables local operator feedback to a traditionally diagnostic-only signaling device.

Balluff has designed its SmartLight Black Line signal towers and new-generation fork sensors to simplify industrial…

Balluff has designed its SmartLight Black Line signal towers and new-generation fork sensors to simplify industrial automation, providing high-visibility signaling and comprehensive optical sensing.

Requiring multiple AC motors to start simultaneously is a common need for conveyors within manufacturing plants, but can…

Requiring multiple AC motors to start simultaneously is a common need for conveyors within manufacturing plants, but can we really reduce costs and panel space by eliminating redundant components?

Explore how ABB and Roche are using robotics and AI to automate clinical laboratories, helping address workforce…

Explore how ABB and Roche are using robotics and AI to automate clinical laboratories, helping address workforce shortages and improve diagnostic workflows.

In this tutorial, we add remote I/O to a Studio 5000 project using Modbus TCP and the new SLM System from Synergy Logic,…

In this tutorial, we add remote I/O to a Studio 5000 project using Modbus TCP and the new SLM System from Synergy Logic, which promises to simplify the integration. We’ll see how it lives up.

Discover ABB's latest industrial automation releases, including FIM 3.5 software, the ProcessMaster FER620 flow sensor,…

Discover ABB's latest industrial automation releases, including FIM 3.5 software, the ProcessMaster FER620 flow sensor, and the AI-powered Flexley Stack F712 forklift.

New Baumer vision products combine laser profile sensing with Canon RF lens compatibility to improve inspection accuracy,…

New Baumer vision products combine laser profile sensing with Canon RF lens compatibility to improve inspection accuracy, flexibility, and machine vision performance.

At Automate 2026, the company expanded its automation lineup with three new platforms: the MCA6 Motion PLC, MET2 Remote…

At Automate 2026, the company expanded its automation lineup with three new platforms: the MCA6 Motion PLC, MET2 Remote I/O System, and AK Series StepSERVO drives.

The Aircore EC+ from Infinitum delivers compact, high-efficiency EC motor performance with harmonic reduction and IP65 protection.

The Aircore EC+ from Infinitum delivers compact, high-efficiency EC motor performance with harmonic reduction and IP65 protection.

The new Schmalz mGrip Basic and SRCU Basic provide modular soft gripping and simple pneumatic control for food,…

The new Schmalz mGrip Basic and SRCU Basic provide modular soft gripping and simple pneumatic control for food, packaging, and logistics.

Addressing variables at the bit level can save precious PLC memory as well as make your code more readable and easier to…

Addressing variables at the bit level can save precious PLC memory as well as make your code more readable and easier to understand.