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PMMI looks forward to the third year of a competition that introduces high school students to the packaging industry and…

PMMI looks forward to the third year of a competition that introduces high school students to the packaging industry and elements of automation, design, and business practice that go with it.

Check out our quick summary of the past month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around…

Check out our quick summary of the past month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.

LandingAI’s LandingLens joins ABB’s RobotStudio, bringing no-code AI vision to robotics for defect detection,…

LandingAI’s LandingLens joins ABB’s RobotStudio, bringing no-code AI vision to robotics for defect detection, sorting, and quality checks.

Most motion control relies on metal and proper lubrication, but igus presented a host of solutions that display the…

Most motion control relies on metal and proper lubrication, but igus presented a host of solutions that display the strength of plastic in motion components and robotic assemblies.

Now, in addition to wireless sensors, two volt-free contacts can be connected to Pepperl+Fuchs’ LoRaWAN wireless sensor…

Now, in addition to wireless sensors, two volt-free contacts can be connected to Pepperl+Fuchs’ LoRaWAN wireless sensor node, enhancing long-range data transmission possibilities in existing control systems.

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.

Learn how electric actuators can replace fluid systems with SMC’s e-Actuator series, offering simple setup, clean…

Learn how electric actuators can replace fluid systems with SMC’s e-Actuator series, offering simple setup, clean operation, and accurate motion contro

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2025—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to…

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2025—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

Hilscher’s netFIELD app links Modbus devices to MQTT, simplifying IIoT workflows and boosting uptime.

Hilscher’s netFIELD app links Modbus devices to MQTT, simplifying IIoT workflows and boosting uptime.

AI assistants, predictive monitoring, and edge solutions are bringing new intelligence to manufacturing with help from…

AI assistants, predictive monitoring, and edge solutions are bringing new intelligence to manufacturing with help from Gefran, BizLink, and DeepMind.

LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the…

LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the modern demands of energy efficiency, particularly in high-energy industries like cement and steel.

At Automatica, Siemens unveils AI integration and safety features for AMRs and AGVs, aiming to streamline deployment and…

At Automatica, Siemens unveils AI integration and safety features for AMRs and AGVs, aiming to streamline deployment and minimize risk.

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with…

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.

Discover Baumer’s miniature OT200 and OT330 ToF sensors, offering reliable, high-speed object detection without the…

Discover Baumer’s miniature OT200 and OT330 ToF sensors, offering reliable, high-speed object detection without the need for a reflector.

Altech Corporation has released a new line of ATEX-IECEx approved terminal blocks for use in explosive environments. The…

Altech Corporation has released a new line of ATEX-IECEx approved terminal blocks for use in explosive environments. The release includes different terminal block models, including push-in, spring/cage clamp, and screw clamp types.

Finding a good PLC simulator can be challenging. Read an assessment of Factory I/O and learn how it works, how to get…

Finding a good PLC simulator can be challenging. Read an assessment of Factory I/O and learn how it works, how to get started, and how to use it in your automation learning journey.

Gefran’s new G-Mation P6 platform simplifies industrial automation with app-based flexibility, cloud integration, and…

Gefran’s new G-Mation P6 platform simplifies industrial automation with app-based flexibility, cloud integration, and real-time control.

RUW200 enables scalable, IoT-ready automation with plug-and-play expansion, cloud connectivity, and broad PLC…

RUW200 enables scalable, IoT-ready automation with plug-and-play expansion, cloud connectivity, and broad PLC compatibility for Industry 4.0 systems.

Carlo Gavazzi has released three new series of ultrasonic sensors, all with IO-Link communication. The sensors can detect…

Carlo Gavazzi has released three new series of ultrasonic sensors, all with IO-Link communication. The sensors can detect objects with transparent, reflective, dirty, and other challenging surfaces.