Addressing variables at the bit level can save precious PLC memory as well as make your code more readable and easier to understand.
Addressing variables at the bit level can save precious PLC memory as well as make your code more readable and easier to understand.
Yaskawa’s drives and motion division showcased expertise across a wide catalog of devices, from machine and motion…
Yaskawa’s drives and motion division showcased expertise across a wide catalog of devices, from machine and motion controllers with built-in PLC functions to the wide range of motors and drive units.
Control isn’t a standalone hardware challenge these days. Check out the full journey on display at Automate in Chicago:…
Control isn’t a standalone hardware challenge these days. Check out the full journey on display at Automate in Chicago: from the ground floor up to the clouds!
Part 1 of a 2-part series. A practical look at the failures that plague motor drive systems, even those that are rated to…
Part 1 of a 2-part series. A practical look at the failures that plague motor drive systems, even those that are rated to be fail-safe.
The new motor analytics software uses motor current signature analysis and machine learning to predict motor and pump…
The new motor analytics software uses motor current signature analysis and machine learning to predict motor and pump issues in advance, without requiring motor-mounted sensors.
Although ‘HMI’ has become synonymous with a durable, rugged touchscreen measuring 7 to 21 inches and mounted in a…
Although ‘HMI’ has become synonymous with a durable, rugged touchscreen measuring 7 to 21 inches and mounted in a control cabinet door, the reality of the interface extends far beyond this device.
New TS 7plus transfer system combines heavy-load transport, fast speeds, and cleaner operation for battery and aerospace…
New TS 7plus transfer system combines heavy-load transport, fast speeds, and cleaner operation for battery and aerospace production lines.
This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the…
This guide shows you how to set up RS-485 communication between the FX3U PLC and the FR-D700 inverter with the FX3U-485-BD. You can control speed and monitor the system using ladder logic.
A new partnership between Comau and Reis Robotics targets advanced automation with multi-robot control, real-time data…
A new partnership between Comau and Reis Robotics targets advanced automation with multi-robot control, real-time data processing, and scalable solutions.
Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed…
Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed values, digital or analog signals, or communication networks.
LJ Developer enables faster 3D inspection setup using a graphical interface and auto-generated source code for…
LJ Developer enables faster 3D inspection setup using a graphical interface and auto-generated source code for manufacturing systems.
The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion…
The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion Monitor 3.0 firmware expands functional safety for Kollmorgen’s linear motors and axes.
It’s easy to obtain I/O values for local and remote modules and network nodes. But what about system data that’s…
It’s easy to obtain I/O values for local and remote modules and network nodes. But what about system data that’s built into the PLC? How can we access and use that information?
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.
Serving as an entry point to Aerotech’s two-axis laser scan head family, the new AGV-CPO CORE scanner extends the…
Serving as an entry point to Aerotech’s two-axis laser scan head family, the new AGV-CPO CORE scanner extends the series’ high-performance to a wider range of laser micromachining applications.
Synchronized motion has become an industry standard with robots, gantries, and pick and place automation. Follow along…
Synchronized motion has become an industry standard with robots, gantries, and pick and place automation. Follow along this three-part series as we discuss methods of synchronizing servo motors.
Applications are now open for the second cohort of the Physical AI Fellowship. Selected startups will be mentored by…
Applications are now open for the second cohort of the Physical AI Fellowship. Selected startups will be mentored by generative AI experts, receive $200,000 in AWS credits, and attend prominent industry events.
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.
Is it best to ‘controller scope’ or ‘program scope’ your tags? This is the question asked by many new PLC…
Is it best to ‘controller scope’ or ‘program scope’ your tags? This is the question asked by many new PLC programmers, and it often comes down to personal preference.
Explore the top hardware and software reveals from Rockwell Automation Fair 2025, including new drives, controllers,…
Explore the top hardware and software reveals from Rockwell Automation Fair 2025, including new drives, controllers, security tools, and smart-factory technologies.
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