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The new BMF line of T-slot magnetic sensors from Balluff is designed to bring simplicity and cost efficiency to…

The new BMF line of T-slot magnetic sensors from Balluff is designed to bring simplicity and cost efficiency to non-contact position measurement for pneumatic cylinders and robotic grippers.

The new in-line sensor indicator from Banner Engineering is designed to help users facilitate easy-to-see visual machine…

The new in-line sensor indicator from Banner Engineering is designed to help users facilitate easy-to-see visual machine status indication and troubleshoot automated systems.

Thanks to its compact design, Bihl+Wiedemann's newest addition to its family of ASi-5 counter modules offers…

Thanks to its compact design, Bihl+Wiedemann's newest addition to its family of ASi-5 counter modules offers manufacturers greater flexibility and cost-effectiveness for small-scale applications.

Some terminology, like 'normally open' and 'normally closed' switch contacts, is common throughout industry but can still…

Some terminology, like 'normally open' and 'normally closed' switch contacts, is common throughout industry but can still be confusing, misleading, or even hazardous if not properly understood.

Vention has announced the release of an AI-based motion controller and compatibility between its automation platform and…

Vention has announced the release of an AI-based motion controller and compatibility between its automation platform and ABB cobots. Both moves are aimed at simplifying the use of robotics in manufacturing.

Learn about the modules and systems that provide a network connection to the outside world, transforming traditional PLCs…

Learn about the modules and systems that provide a network connection to the outside world, transforming traditional PLCs into true, modern process automation controllers (PAC).

Kawasaki Robotics and other key industry players collaborated to bring interactive demonstrations focusing on advanced…

Kawasaki Robotics and other key industry players collaborated to bring interactive demonstrations focusing on advanced robotics to attendees at the International Manufacturing Technology Show.

The newest sensor series from Leuze provides users with the low-cost and compact design of inductive sensors while…

The newest sensor series from Leuze provides users with the low-cost and compact design of inductive sensors while featuring up to a 40 mm switching distance for larger-range applications.

Copia Automation has expanded its list of supported automation software for its popular DeviceLink platform, which…

Copia Automation has expanded its list of supported automation software for its popular DeviceLink platform, which monitors factory automation software in real time for code changes and backups.

Electrical grounding is used to accomplish several different tasks, but none more important than for the safety of users…

Electrical grounding is used to accomplish several different tasks, but none more important than for the safety of users and equipment while maintaining strict adherence to regulations.

Learn all about the power supply: modular and built-in devices that deliver electricity to the PLC backplane and modules,…

Learn all about the power supply: modular and built-in devices that deliver electricity to the PLC backplane and modules, and learn the difference between control and field device power delivery.

Aerotech has released a new version of its popular motion control platform, Automation1, which includes new features for…

Aerotech has released a new version of its popular motion control platform, Automation1, which includes new features for data acquisition, HMI visualization, and CNC machine features. 

The International Manufacturing Technology Show is set to impress with thousands of displays spanning fabrication,…

The International Manufacturing Technology Show is set to impress with thousands of displays spanning fabrication, machine technology, automation, and more next week at Chicago’s McCormick Place.

Oriental Motor has added a 24 VDC 400 W driver to its BLV Series R Type brushless motor offerings, providing users with a…

Oriental Motor has added a 24 VDC 400 W driver to its BLV Series R Type brushless motor offerings, providing users with a new unified, battery-powered speed control system.

Scalability, network compatibility, and hot-swappable connections make data acquisition and process control…

Scalability, network compatibility, and hot-swappable connections make data acquisition and process control straightforward with the new modular expansion I/O units from Autonics.

To foster the next generation of skilled labor in advanced manufacturing and industrial automation, FANUC has established…

To foster the next generation of skilled labor in advanced manufacturing and industrial automation, FANUC has established a $1 million endowed scholarship fund in partnership with the SME Education Foundation.

In an ongoing effort to reduce the distinction between ‘industrial’ and ‘collaborative’ robotic scenarios, Epson…

In an ongoing effort to reduce the distinction between ‘industrial’ and ‘collaborative’ robotic scenarios, Epson adds safety features to the newest generation of robots in its 6-axis catalog.

Balluff has expanded its sensing solutions by introducing smart photoelectric sensors for demanding applications and…

Balluff has expanded its sensing solutions by introducing smart photoelectric sensors for demanding applications and integrating SWIR and UV image sensors into its established camera series.

Building precise rotating or linear systems often costs a lot! When is it justified to spend the extra cost to design and…

Building precise rotating or linear systems often costs a lot! When is it justified to spend the extra cost to design and build such a system, and what are the different components and system types?