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Fanuc has opened its newest facility in Canada, which aims to become a center for state-of-the-art robotics and…

Fanuc has opened its newest facility in Canada, which aims to become a center for state-of-the-art robotics and automation technology. The new facility will extend Fanuc's customer reach in the region.

An age-old debate in PLC programming: investigating the uses and caveats of latching software commands versus seal-in…

An age-old debate in PLC programming: investigating the uses and caveats of latching software commands versus seal-in ladder logic for industrial control applications.

The new eXT and nXT series of Xpanel HMI displays from CIMON have been given an upgrade with the release of Canvas 4.0,…

The new eXT and nXT series of Xpanel HMI displays from CIMON have been given an upgrade with the release of Canvas 4.0, providing access to new features for HMI project development.

Mitsubishi Electric has increased its existing investment in Realtime Robotics. The company is focused on strengthening…

Mitsubishi Electric has increased its existing investment in Realtime Robotics. The company is focused on strengthening its factory automation solutions with Realtime Robotics' motion planning technology.

The latest update to Aerotech's Automation1 platform delivers enhanced support for laser scan heads and drives, with key…

The latest update to Aerotech's Automation1 platform delivers enhanced support for laser scan heads and drives, with key updates including tools for faster development, 3D data visualization, and enhanced scanner control.

Learn how to connect analog inputs, either voltage or current, to the Phoenix Contact’s IIoT PLC platform and design…

Learn how to connect analog inputs, either voltage or current, to the Phoenix Contact’s IIoT PLC platform and design simple data processing programs with the PLCnext Engineer IDE.

Object detection and operator interfaces can be simplified with the new dedicated, high-intensity light indicator with…

Object detection and operator interfaces can be simplified with the new dedicated, high-intensity light indicator with configurable colors for a wide range of optical applications.

Yaskawa Motoman has released YMConnect, its latest software development kit (SDK). The new SDK enables users to build…

Yaskawa Motoman has released YMConnect, its latest software development kit (SDK). The new SDK enables users to build custom robotic monitoring and control applications.

The new additions include a high-current relay output for the Productivity1000 and 2000 series and a TTL input and output…

The new additions include a high-current relay output for the Productivity1000 and 2000 series and a TTL input and output for the Productivity2000, allowing interface with systems of varying voltages.

Banner Engineering is improving safety and detection for industrial automation with the launch of two new products: the…

Banner Engineering is improving safety and detection for industrial automation with the launch of two new products: the S4B series light curtain and the EG24 series precision edge sensor.

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.

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.

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.