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Many new products are released around tradeshows and the automation industry is no exception. Following recent shows,…

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.

A new heavyweight champion emerges: the M-950iA. FANUC’s newest industrial robot can lift up to 500 kg and rotate…

A new heavyweight champion emerges: the M-950iA. FANUC’s newest industrial robot can lift up to 500 kg and rotate backward, combining might with grace.

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched a new mobile collaborative robot, the MC600, bringing mobility to…

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched a new mobile collaborative robot, the MC600, bringing mobility to heavy-payload tasks in applications such as palletizing and machine tending.

Banner has expanded its lighting and indication catalog to include new TL70 Pro tower lights. The latest additions…

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.

The MC55 Touch and MC55 Touch Smart are the latest additions to WERMA’s MC series of LED installation beacons. The new…

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.

High-speed servo motion control is about to get a new control system from Fuji Electric, offering control speeds faster…

High-speed servo motion control is about to get a new control system from Fuji Electric, offering control speeds faster than nine nanoseconds.

Learn about various ways to activate directional control valves for fluids using manual input, air pilot sources, and…

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.

Power and control interruptions are, at best, problematic. In some applications, it’s catastrophic. Learn about…

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.

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and…

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

The new solution enables easy-to-use out-of-the-box palletizing with the DOBOT CR20A collaborative robot, 3D simulation,…

The new solution enables easy-to-use out-of-the-box palletizing with the DOBOT CR20A collaborative robot, 3D simulation, and a no-programming software.

Schmalz's new mGrip finger gripper is designed to meet the highest hygiene standards and handle sensitive products with…

Schmalz's new mGrip finger gripper is designed to meet the highest hygiene standards and handle sensitive products with precision, making it suitable for complex tasks in the food industry and beyond. 

Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered,…

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.

Developing digitized rail systems and embedding generative artificial intelligence into industrial systems is Siemens’…

Developing digitized rail systems and embedding generative artificial intelligence into industrial systems is Siemens’ primary focus going into 2025.

Advanced 3-D imaging and pattern recognition algorithms are required for robotic depalletization systems to deal with the…

Advanced 3-D imaging and pattern recognition algorithms are required for robotic depalletization systems to deal with the different shapes, sizes, and textures of packaging materials using in grocery logistics.

Beijer Electronics' soon-to-launch HMI series features an upgraded operating system and development software. The new…

Beijer Electronics' soon-to-launch HMI series features an upgraded operating system and development software. The new HMIs aim to deliver an enhanced and modern user experience for various applications.

Siemens has released the latest version of its TIA Portal automation software. Version 20 features enhanced performance,…

Siemens has released the latest version of its TIA Portal automation software. Version 20 features enhanced performance, including support for the company's newest PLCs and a more user-friendly interface.

New technology at the show highlights Schneider’s advancements in control, I/O, motor and motion drives, robotics, and…

New technology at the show highlights Schneider’s advancements in control, I/O, motor and motion drives, robotics, and software platforms, aiding companies in the march toward IT/OT integration.

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has released MiR Fleet Enterprise, a software with robust cybersecurity measures and a…

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has released MiR Fleet Enterprise, a software with robust cybersecurity measures and a user-friendly web interface for centralized and simplified AMR fleet control.

Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies…

Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies that solve problems in the packaging and handling industries.