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Oriental Motor has updated its MRCU series to be able to control up to eight axes from one compact unit that combines the…

Oriental Motor has updated its MRCU series to be able to control up to eight axes from one compact unit that combines the MRC01 robot controller and AZ series drivers.

In this article, we will learn how to set up a Mitsubishi FX PLC to drive a FR-D700 3-phase VFD, including detailed…

In this article, we will learn how to set up a Mitsubishi FX PLC to drive a FR-D700 3-phase VFD, including detailed parameter settings, wiring, and HMI integration.

Dunkermotoren has expanded its motor control platform to include the BG 75 dMove motor and the BGE 8060 dPro motor controller.

Dunkermotoren has expanded its motor control platform to include the BG 75 dMove motor and the BGE 8060 dPro motor controller.

H-bridge circuits are commonly used to provide current switching capabilities to different electrical components in…

H-bridge circuits are commonly used to provide current switching capabilities to different electrical components in automated systems like motor control circuits, VFDs, and DC/AC current conversions.

The FR-D800 series inverters aim to save users time, power, and physical space across applications. The inverters support…

The FR-D800 series inverters aim to save users time, power, and physical space across applications. The inverters support both induction and permanent magnet motors and feature a USB-C connection so users can set parameters with ease.

Andrew Holmes provides insights into Envision Racing's pursuit of efficiency and performance. He discusses his…

Andrew Holmes provides insights into Envision Racing's pursuit of efficiency and performance. He discusses his responsibilities, cutting-edge technologies, Arduinos, and recommendations for others interested in a similar career.

IDEC’s SWD Safety Wheel Drive merges wheel, motor, gearbox, and safety features into one compact unit, simplifying…

IDEC’s SWD Safety Wheel Drive merges wheel, motor, gearbox, and safety features into one compact unit, simplifying AGV/AMR integration and reducing costs.

The new TeSys Deca Advanced contactors made their debut at ProMat 2025. The contactors are designed for simple…

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.

JVL has upgraded its existing ServoStep integrated stepper motors to include dual analog outputs, built-in IO-Link…

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.

Learn in this detailed analysis about the performance of industrial PLC and a prototyping microcontroller to perform…

Learn in this detailed analysis about the performance of industrial PLC and a prototyping microcontroller to perform stepper motor motion control for an arc welding automation project.

Festo has released a starter kit for its multiprotocol servo drive family. The kit enables customers to get their hands…

Festo has released a starter kit for its multiprotocol servo drive family. The kit enables customers to get their hands on Festo’s CMMT-ST servo drive and EMMT-ST stepper motor at half the cost of sourcing individual parts.

We know that PID stands for proportional, integral, and derivative, but have you ever seen exactly how the derivative…

We know that PID stands for proportional, integral, and derivative, but have you ever seen exactly how the derivative term affects the final output signal in a motion control system?

The ProMat trade show was filled with exciting technology, and it was all moving! Conveyors, AMRs, robots… Keeping the…

The ProMat trade show was filled with exciting technology, and it was all moving! Conveyors, AMRs, robots… Keeping the supply chain in motion with over 1000 exhibitors and demonstrations.

Dynamic braking resistors stop motors more quickly by converting the rotational energy, but how do we select the correct…

Dynamic braking resistors stop motors more quickly by converting the rotational energy, but how do we select the correct one and configure a PowerFlex drive to utilize the resistor effectively?

The SP5+ motor from ABB offers IE5 efficiency and IP69 protection, making it ideal for food and beverage applications…

The SP5+ motor from ABB offers IE5 efficiency and IP69 protection, making it ideal for food and beverage applications with rigorous washdown and sanitation requirements.

Rockwell Automation has opened a new lab in Prague, Czech Republic specifically for research and development. The lab’s…

Rockwell Automation has opened a new lab in Prague, Czech Republic specifically for research and development. The lab’s team will work with universities and standards organizations to advance industrial automation.

When the blinking lights on automation devices stop blinking, the control cabinet is often the go-to troubleshooting…

When the blinking lights on automation devices stop blinking, the control cabinet is often the go-to troubleshooting culprit, but how do you make the best judgments for quickly locating the problem?

The Aircore Heavy Duty redefines heavy-duty motors with its efficient, reliable air-core design using a PCB stator…

The Aircore Heavy Duty redefines heavy-duty motors with its efficient, reliable air-core design using a PCB stator yielding savings in material and energy costs for high-output applications.

Filters and reactors can protect your electrical devices, but what is the difference between these two kinds of devices,…

Filters and reactors can protect your electrical devices, but what is the difference between these two kinds of devices, and are they supposed to be installed before or after a VFD?