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IDEC has expanded its XW and XA series of emergency stop buttons with 3 - 6 V DC illuminated models for use in…

IDEC has expanded its XW and XA series of emergency stop buttons with 3 - 6 V DC illuminated models for use in battery-powered and low-voltage equipment.

Robots are a good thing, but robots built around a strong system of integration partners and turn-key solutions to solve…

Robots are a good thing, but robots built around a strong system of integration partners and turn-key solutions to solve nearly every packaging automation challenge? That’s a great thing.

ABB Robotics’ new OmniCore EyeMotion is a fully integrated vision system that combines hardware and software, enabling…

ABB Robotics’ new OmniCore EyeMotion is a fully integrated vision system that combines hardware and software, enabling OmniCore-powered robots to “see” and interact with their environment.

Turck’s IMX18 safety barriers are designed for compact control cabinet setups, while the LRS510 level radar sensors…

Turck’s IMX18 safety barriers are designed for compact control cabinet setups, while the LRS510 level radar sensors with IO-Link are built for precise level measurements up to 10 m.

Wago adds functional safety modules to its existing I/O System 750, giving designers the power to include safe I/O…

Wago adds functional safety modules to its existing I/O System 750, giving designers the power to include safe I/O without the need for a safety PLC.

The new PACSystems IPC 6010, 7010, and 8010 feature an industrial-grade 13th Generation Intel Core processor to meet the…

The new PACSystems IPC 6010, 7010, and 8010 feature an industrial-grade 13th Generation Intel Core processor to meet the computing demands of modern AI-powered automation systems.

Keyence’s new SV3 series EtherCAT servo system features a 26-bit encoder resolution, 3.1 kHz response time, and…

Keyence’s new SV3 series EtherCAT servo system features a 26-bit encoder resolution, 3.1 kHz response time, and battery-free design for high-speed, reduced-maintenance motion.

The newest updates to the E3.series design software will include cloud access, improved variant handling, and ECAD-MCAD…

The newest updates to the E3.series design software will include cloud access, improved variant handling, and ECAD-MCAD integration to support engineers in control system, wiring, and fluid design.

The new BLUEMARK E.CARD UV inkjet printer automates industrial card making for control cabinets and machine building,…

The new BLUEMARK E.CARD UV inkjet printer automates industrial card making for control cabinets and machine building, delivering durable, high-resolution marking with fast throughput.

Universal Robots debuted its newest robot at Fabtech 2025. The UR8 Long features a compact build and a lengthy 1,750 mm…

Universal Robots debuted its newest robot at Fabtech 2025. The UR8 Long features a compact build and a lengthy 1,750 mm reach, making it useful in applications like welding and pick and place.

Phoenix Contact, Siemens, and Neura Robotics have all formed partnerships, aiming to cut inventory waste, fuel…

Phoenix Contact, Siemens, and Neura Robotics have all formed partnerships, aiming to cut inventory waste, fuel manufacturing-focused startups, and expand the use of cognitive robotics in Asian markets.

Dunkermotoren’s dSafe technology outfits brushless DC motors with PROFIsafe and FSoE protocols to execute safety…

Dunkermotoren’s dSafe technology outfits brushless DC motors with PROFIsafe and FSoE protocols to execute safety functions such as safe torque off and safely limited speed.

FANUC, Universal Robots, Kawasaki, and AGT Robotics headlined Fabtech 2025 with advances in welding, plasma cutting, and…

FANUC, Universal Robots, Kawasaki, and AGT Robotics headlined Fabtech 2025 with advances in welding, plasma cutting, and large-scale automation.

The Leuze LBK 3D radar system gains CIP Safety, offering robust human detection in dusty, smoky, or low-visibility areas…

The Leuze LBK 3D radar system gains CIP Safety, offering robust human detection in dusty, smoky, or low-visibility areas while easing network integration.

AutomationDirect has released several new modules for its BRX PLCs, including DC I/O expansion modules for higher-voltage…

AutomationDirect has released several new modules for its BRX PLCs, including DC I/O expansion modules for higher-voltage systems and Ethernet pluggable option modules that support OPC UA or Sparkplug B.

Discover Banner’s HighFlex20 cable series, designed to resist oils, abrasions, and chemicals while improving uptime in…

Discover Banner’s HighFlex20 cable series, designed to resist oils, abrasions, and chemicals while improving uptime in automation.

Explore Schunk’s Robot PLUS portfolio, featuring CPS/CPB tool changers, AGM compensation units, and FTS sensors for…

Explore Schunk’s Robot PLUS portfolio, featuring CPS/CPB tool changers, AGM compensation units, and FTS sensors for next-gen automation.

Emerson has designed its PACSystems RX3i CPS400 safety controller to be a compact and intuitive solution to enable IEC…

Emerson has designed its PACSystems RX3i CPS400 safety controller to be a compact and intuitive solution to enable IEC 61508 Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL2) design in the process automation industry.

The Baldor-Reliance SP4 motor lineup now includes a shaft ground variant for increased electrical discharge damage…

The Baldor-Reliance SP4 motor lineup now includes a shaft ground variant for increased electrical discharge damage protection, enhanced efficiency, and a longer motor life in variable speed drive (VSD) applications