Festo has added design improvements to standard linear axis models with the purpose of increasing payload and acceleration profiles while maintaining a smaller…
Festo has added design improvements to standard linear axis models with the purpose of increasing payload and acceleration profiles while maintaining a smaller weight and footprint.
Universal Robots is the first cobot manufacturer to adopt the Siemens SRCI system to provide seamless cobot-to-PLC integration.
Universal Robots is the first cobot manufacturer to adopt the Siemens SRCI system to provide seamless cobot-to-PLC integration.
Wenglor has expanded its U1KT Miniature Ultrasonic Sensor lineup. The compact sensors operate using reflex or…
Wenglor has expanded its U1KT Miniature Ultrasonic Sensor lineup. The compact sensors operate using reflex or through-beam mode and are suitable for use in tight spaces, difficult surfaces, or harsh environments.
Learn how to use DirectSOFT6 to program discrete I/O functions in a Koyo DirectLOGIC PLC. Although these PLCs are older,…
Learn how to use DirectSOFT6 to program discrete I/O functions in a Koyo DirectLOGIC PLC. Although these PLCs are older, they are found in many existing automation installations.
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.
Kollmorgen, a company in motion control systems, has recently unveiled the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive,…
Kollmorgen, a company in motion control systems, has recently unveiled the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive, marking a significant expansion in its offerings.
Expanding motor drives with I/O is a cost-effective way of increasing local control without burdening the control system.…
Expanding motor drives with I/O is a cost-effective way of increasing local control without burdening the control system. Control Technique’s new SI-I/O 24 Plus expands I/O right on the drive unit.
There are a lot of companies considering in-house automation or consulting with integrators for automated systems. But…
There are a lot of companies considering in-house automation or consulting with integrators for automated systems. But where do you start, and how do you even pick a project for automation?
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.
Integrators and machine builders can automate and maintain systems with greater ease thanks to Rockwell Automation’s…
Integrators and machine builders can automate and maintain systems with greater ease thanks to Rockwell Automation’s enhanced firmware and features for the ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link device series.
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.
Electrical control holds many advantages over fluid power with precise control, feedback, and a lower-maintenance system.…
Electrical control holds many advantages over fluid power with precise control, feedback, and a lower-maintenance system. But how do electric actuators work, and how do they stack up against fluids?
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.
Save space and time with Banner Engineering’s new R130C and the R95C series IO-Link hubs. These hubs allow customers to…
Save space and time with Banner Engineering’s new R130C and the R95C series IO-Link hubs. These hubs allow customers to connect up to 16 sensors or actuators for wider network signal distribution.
Ethernet switches can use four different types of connections: RJ45, fiber, M12, and SFP. Understanding the difference…
Ethernet switches can use four different types of connections: RJ45, fiber, M12, and SFP. Understanding the difference can help with network troubleshooting, design, or alteration.
Oriental Motor recently released the new AZX series of servo motors and drives, designed to deliver higher speeds and…
Oriental Motor recently released the new AZX series of servo motors and drives, designed to deliver higher speeds and torque than the previous product line.
Turck has released its next-generation FS+ compact flow sensor series with IO-Link. The new sensors are equipped with an…
Turck has released its next-generation FS+ compact flow sensor series with IO-Link. The new sensors are equipped with an alphanumeric display to clearly show the flow and temperature of liquids.
Asymmetrical zone monitoring can be challenging, but Pilz's newest additions to its safe radar system are designed to…
Asymmetrical zone monitoring can be challenging, but Pilz's newest additions to its safe radar system are designed to enable users to safely monitor protection zones in challenging environments and confined spaces.
Balluff has recently introduced new ultrasonic position sensors, specifically engineered for reliable and economical…
Balluff has recently introduced new ultrasonic position sensors, specifically engineered for reliable and economical workpiece clamping and monitoring.