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Patlite Simplifies Machine Monitoring With LR5-LAN Signal Towers

Patlite Simplifies Machine Monitoring With LR5-LAN Signal Towers

The new LR5-LAN series eliminates the need for an output contact board. Now, operators can connect the signal towers directly to an industrial PC or PLC, enabling control via Ethernet communication.


News Apr 11, 2025 by Seth Price
Carlo Gavazzi SPDL Series Power Supplies Offer Compact Efficiency

Carlo Gavazzi SPDL Series Power Supplies Offer Compact Efficiency

The new SPDL series offers up to 75 W of power in a compact 32 mm wide package. In addition to a small build, these power supplies are DIN-rail mountable and designed to operate in extreme temperatures.


News Apr 09, 2025 by Seth Price
Festo Enhances Pneumatics With Digital Closed-Loop Control System

Festo Enhances Pneumatics With Digital Closed-Loop Control System

Festo has developed Control Pneumatics technology to improve precision and efficiency in compressed air and gas applications via digital closed-loop control.


News Apr 06, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Schneider Electric Rolls Out TeSys Deca Advanced Contactors

Schneider Electric Rolls Out TeSys Deca Advanced Contactors

The new TeSys Deca Advanced contactors made their debut at ProMat 2025. The contactors are designed for simple installation and increased efficiency and reliability in motor management.


News Apr 04, 2025 by Seth Price
AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Linear Potentiometer Catalog

AutomationDirect Expands ProSense Linear Potentiometer Catalog

AutomationDirect has added new models to its ProSense linear potentiometer catalog. Customers now have a wider range of linear sensing options for greater flexibility in mounting and data collection.


News Apr 03, 2025 by Seth Price
JVL ServoStep Integrated Stepper Motors See New Upgrades

JVL ServoStep Integrated Stepper Motors See New Upgrades

JVL has upgraded its existing ServoStep integrated stepper motors to include dual analog outputs, built-in IO-Link communication, and the ability to synchronize up to 32 axes without a controller.


News Apr 03, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Softing Enhances FG-200 Gateway Hardware and Firmware

Softing Enhances FG-200 Gateway Hardware and Firmware

Softing Industrial has updated its FG-200 gateway, designed for the integration of FF-H1 devices, to version V1.21. The new update promises more stable connections between devices and better firmware.


News Mar 21, 2025 by Seth Price
Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer has released the OM60 laser distance sensor, a highly accurate and adjustable laser distance sensor for use in inspection, measurement, and position control applications.


News Mar 21, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens, Anybotics, and Stäubli Launch Robot Technology Highlighting Precision and Efficiency

Siemens, Anybotics, and Stäubli Launch Robot Technology Highlighting Precision and Efficiency

Discover the latest robot technologies focused on accuracy and efficiency, including Siemens’ Sinumerik Machine Tool Robot, Anybotics’ Data Navigator, and Stäubli’s Sterimove mobile cleanroom robot.


News Mar 19, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes has partnered with KUKA to integrate its 3DEXPERIENCE platform into KUKA's Mosaixx digital ecosystem, offering manufacturers a path to smarter, more adaptable robotic solutions.


News Mar 16, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Strength in Connectivity | Carlo Gavazzi’s New IP67 Series Cord-Sets

Strength in Connectivity | Carlo Gavazzi’s New IP67 Series Cord-Sets

The latest M8/M12 cord sets from Carlo Gavazzi are designed to meet the needs of the harsh industrial environment with an IP67 rating, providing a reliable way to connect devices.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect has released four new modules for the CLICK PLC that enable IIoT application expansion, TTL signals, and analog simulations.


News Mar 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
AI-Powered Safety: Schneider Electric’s Groundbreaking Patent

AI-Powered Safety: Schneider Electric’s Groundbreaking Patent

Schneider Electric unveils a patent using AI-driven reinforcement learning to enhance industrial process safety, optimizing hazard analysis and risk prevention.


News Mar 11, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Updates PAC Machine Edition Control Software

Emerson Updates PAC Machine Edition Control Software

Emerson has released version 10.6 of its PAC Machine Edition integrated development environment. The update includes a new PLC simulator and other performance improvements to increase developer efficiency.


News Mar 09, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
OnLogic Launches the Axial AX300 Server for Powerful Edge Computing

OnLogic Launches the Axial AX300 Server for Powerful Edge Computing

The new Axial AX300 edge server from OnLogic is designed to provide businesses of all sizes with powerful, secure, and easily deployed on-site AI and edge capabilities.


News Mar 07, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Dobot Launches Collaborative Robot Series Built for Extreme Environments

Dobot Launches Collaborative Robot Series Built for Extreme Environments

The latest collaborative robot series from Dobot is designed to withstand water, dust, and oil, thanks to design features including internal positive pneumatic pressure and a fluororubber exterior.


News Mar 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson has doubled down on data acquisition with the release of two new compact Ethernet chassis and an analog input module, along with the launch of a GitHub repository for creating FlexLogger add-ons.


News Mar 02, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering has released three new products, including a multicolor LED spotlight, multicolor control indication lights, and a series of high-amperage M12 connectors.


News Mar 01, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Autonics’ new PT series 5-pin M12 connector sensor distribution boxes are designed to simplify complex sensor wiring by supplying power and transmitting signals through a single source.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Austin Futrell
KUKA Introduces the KR IONTEC ultra Industrial Robot for Compact Power

KUKA Introduces the KR IONTEC ultra Industrial Robot for Compact Power

The newest industrial robot from KUKA, the KR IONTEC ultra, bridges the gap between medium and high payload robots. It is especially suited for handling and spot welding in the automotive industry.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Seth Price