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Parameters control the operation and command sources for VFDs. The PowerFlex series from Rockwell Automation is no…

Parameters control the operation and command sources for VFDs. The PowerFlex series from Rockwell Automation is no exception. Learn how to adjust the parameters for networking and IP configuration.

Omron and Neura Robotics embark on a collaborative pioneering journey to establish a firm footprint in the field of…

Omron and Neura Robotics embark on a collaborative pioneering journey to establish a firm footprint in the field of cognitive robotics for industrial automation.

Cincoze has released two new compact industrial PCs for use in high-vibration, rugged environments. The DA-1200 is…

Cincoze has released two new compact industrial PCs for use in high-vibration, rugged environments. The DA-1200 is palm-sized and fit for standard use, while the bigger DV-1100 offers powerful processing.

Applied Motion Products has released a compact, low-voltage integrated servo system that can run on standard control…

Applied Motion Products has released a compact, low-voltage integrated servo system that can run on standard control voltage. The system combines a servo drive, motor, and encoder into a single unit.

Emerson has upgraded its DeltaV brand to provide users with a more comprehensive automation platform. The new DeltaV…

Emerson has upgraded its DeltaV brand to provide users with a more comprehensive automation platform. The new DeltaV Automation Platform is designed to facilitate cutting-edge, sustainable operations.

OnLogic has announced a new customizable HMI interface that uses modern PC technology with an integrated industrial…

OnLogic has announced a new customizable HMI interface that uses modern PC technology with an integrated industrial touchscreen for a flexible control environment.

ABB announces its next-gen mobile robot, the Flexley Tug AMR T702, using AMR Studio Suite combined with visual SLAM AI…

ABB announces its next-gen mobile robot, the Flexley Tug AMR T702, using AMR Studio Suite combined with visual SLAM AI technology for increased accuracy, autonomy, and speed in logistics.

Controlling an industrial robot can be done through the use of well-crafted signal handshakes. Follow along as we dive…

Controlling an industrial robot can be done through the use of well-crafted signal handshakes. Follow along as we dive into several robot-to-PLC communication strategies.

The S7-1200 is Siemens’ flagship small form factor PLC, upgradable with signal boards and modules. The new update, the…

The S7-1200 is Siemens’ flagship small form factor PLC, upgradable with signal boards and modules. The new update, the S7-1200 G2, demonstrated at Hannover Messe, contains an array of new features.

Cognex has designed a modular vision tunnel that utilizes the DataMan 380 barcode reader. The new solution aims to…

Cognex has designed a modular vision tunnel that utilizes the DataMan 380 barcode reader. The new solution aims to deliver high throughput and traceability in scanning applications.

There are a few options when it comes to tracking part data throughout a process or assembly of a machine. Follow along…

There are a few options when it comes to tracking part data throughout a process or assembly of a machine. Follow along as we explain just a few of the more common methods.

LUTZE has introduced twelve new units in the new LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series that come with either 1, 2, or 4…

LUTZE has introduced twelve new units in the new LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series that come with either 1, 2, or 4 changeover contact sets, all while maintaining a compact design.

Recently, the Control.com engineering team had the opportunity to visit the R&D demo lab facility for the robotics…

Recently, the Control.com engineering team had the opportunity to visit the R&D demo lab facility for the robotics division of Epson, located in Los Alamitos, CA. Come learn how the magic happens!

Three major players in vision systems and robotics have teamed up to produce a highly accurate and dynamic robot-picking…

Three major players in vision systems and robotics have teamed up to produce a highly accurate and dynamic robot-picking system for the logistics and e-commerce industry.

Festo has eased the jobs of OEMs and engineers by releasing a new heavy-duty palletizing gantry with a 400-pound pick…

Festo has eased the jobs of OEMs and engineers by releasing a new heavy-duty palletizing gantry with a 400-pound pick capacity and online tools to reduce design time to as little as 20 minutes.

SICK recently launched the W10, a touchscreen sensor that includes selectable operating modes, a durable stainless steel…

SICK recently launched the W10, a touchscreen sensor that includes selectable operating modes, a durable stainless steel housing with IP69K protection, and IO-Link functionality.

Tackling a growing need for education in industrial automation, Arduino has launched a starter kit for PLC learning based…

Tackling a growing need for education in industrial automation, Arduino has launched a starter kit for PLC learning based on the new Opta, the PLC IDE, and hardware to integrate I/O devices.

Leuze has launched the 420B and 412B series ultrasonic sensors with both discrete and analog interfaces, presenting a…

Leuze has launched the 420B and 412B series ultrasonic sensors with both discrete and analog interfaces, presenting a significant advancement for system operators seeking enhanced efficiency.

I/O mapping is the process of converting raw input and output data into specific tags, but how can we find a method for…

I/O mapping is the process of converting raw input and output data into specific tags, but how can we find a method for mapping I/O that is both efficient and scalable?