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IDEC Adds Remote Activation to XW1E Emergency Stop Button

IDEC Adds Remote Activation to XW1E Emergency Stop Button

The updated XW1E e-stop switch features remote activation capabilities for emergency stops in automated machinery and mobile robotics.


News Nov 07, 2026 by Seth Price
Industrial Shields Brings Arduino Control to a New PLC Platform

Industrial Shields Brings Arduino Control to a New PLC Platform

The Ardbox Q pairs an STM32 controller with a Linux-powered Qualcomm processor, bringing real-time machine control and edge computing into one industrial PLC.


News Nov 06, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Mitsubishi Electric Unveils OT Security and Humanoid CNC System

Mitsubishi Electric Unveils OT Security and Humanoid CNC System

At JIMTOF 2026, Mitsubishi Electric will showcase OT cybersecurity features for malware detection and a physical AI system pairing humanoid robots with CNC machines.


News Nov 05, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
New Sensors From Autonics, Emerson, and Pepperl+Fuchs

New Sensors From Autonics, Emerson, and Pepperl+Fuchs

Recent updates in optical positioning, flow monitoring, and machine safety highlight reduced footprints, greater accuracy, and simplified installation.


News Nov 04, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
NVIDIA GTC Showcases Physical AI Advances From Comau, KUKA and KION

NVIDIA GTC Showcases Physical AI Advances From Comau, KUKA and KION

At NVIDIA GTC, Comau, KUKA, and KION showcased physical AI advances spanning robot simulation, virtual factory design, AI-enabled control, and warehouse automation.


News Nov 01, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Oriental Motor Releases Five New Multi-Axis EtherCAT Drivers

Oriental Motor Releases Five New Multi-Axis EtherCAT Drivers

The expanded CVD Series adds two- and four-axis EtherCAT-compatible stepper motor drivers, giving system designers greater flexibility for multi-axis motion control.


News Oct 31, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
FANUC and ABB Expand Robotics Training for the Future Workforce

FANUC and ABB Expand Robotics Training for the Future Workforce

As manufacturers face growing automation skills needs, FANUC expands training capacity in Michigan and ABB develops a robotics and physical AI certificate program.


News Oct 30, 2026 by Seth Price
Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

The CompactLogix 5390 from Rockwell Automation supports up to 128 motion axes, 32 local PointMax I/O modules, and expanded industrial network connectivity.


News Oct 29, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

The B-Series micro linear actuator offers up to 300 N of static force and interchangeable tips for push-action tasks such as blister puncturing and valve actuation.


News Oct 28, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
What’s a Signal Conditioner, and Why Do I Need One?

What’s a Signal Conditioner, and Why Do I Need One?

There aren’t actually all that many industrial I/O signal types, and most sensors are designed to output just the right type of signal. But… How do we deal with those pesky potentiometers?


VFD-Induced Bearing Currents: Six Checks for Controls Engineers

VFD-Induced Bearing Currents: Six Checks for Controls Engineers

While mechanical wear in rotating machinery may be obvious over time, electrical faults can also cause bearings to fail. Unfortunately, the symptoms can look surprisingly similar.


ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Robotics introduces AI Robot Trainer for its OmniCore EyeMotion platform, alongside the new IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID industrial robots engineered for precision manufacturing.


News Oct 24, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Omron Plans to Acquire OnLogic to Expand Industrial Edge AI Systems

Omron Plans to Acquire OnLogic to Expand Industrial Edge AI Systems

The planned OnLogic acquisition would expand Omron’s edge computing capabilities and help manufacturers run AI workloads closer to industrial equipment.


News Oct 23, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

The ClearPath NEMA 17 Integrated EtherCAT servo motors feature a compact, all-in-one motor, drive, and encoder design offering high-speed synchronized motion.


News Oct 22, 2026 by Seth Price
Festo CECC-AX Combines PLC Control and Python for Lab Automation

Festo CECC-AX Combines PLC Control and Python for Lab Automation

Designed for life sciences, Festo’s compact CECC-AX controllers automate liquid dispensing, sample transfer, and preparation while supporting Python and PLC control.


News Oct 20, 2026 by Seth Price
Companion Guide to Ladder Logic / ST Conversion

Companion Guide to Ladder Logic / ST Conversion

This guide examines common ladder logic structures and presents the equivalent structured text representation, mainly intended as a learning guide for those getting started with ST.


Beijer Electronics Nexto XF Combines PLC Control With Linux OS

Beijer Electronics Nexto XF Combines PLC Control With Linux OS

The Nexto XF from Beijer Electronics supports up to 1,000 PID loops in under 2 ms, with modular I/O, Linux, Docker containers, and industrial connectivity.


News Oct 16, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Deliveroo and Coco Robotics Pave the Way for Autonomous Robotic Delivery in the UK

Deliveroo and Coco Robotics Pave the Way for Autonomous Robotic Delivery in the UK

Coco Robotics provides autonomous delivery in London and five other UK towns, and Deliveroo brings its customers its first robotic delivery service.


News Oct 15, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Driving VFDs | What Does the S-Curve Parameter Mean?

Driving VFDs | What Does the S-Curve Parameter Mean?

Accelerating motors is a tricky topic, with profiles ranging from step inputs to polynomials. Which profile is the best choice, and why?


AutoStore Updates Aim to Remove Autonomous Operation Barriers

AutoStore Updates Aim to Remove Autonomous Operation Barriers

Fall 2026 advancements introduce multi-sized bin picking, Robotics-as-a-Service for smaller businesses, and AI-powered design tools to simplify fulfillment center automation.


News Oct 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich