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Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

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.


News Sep 16, 2025 by Seth Price
Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

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.


News Sep 13, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Dunkermotoren Integrates Functional Safety Into Brushless DC Motors

Dunkermotoren Integrates Functional Safety Into Brushless DC Motors

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.


News Sep 12, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
QPT Ushers in AI-Ready GaN Motor Drives to Transform Cobots

QPT Ushers in AI-Ready GaN Motor Drives to Transform Cobots

QPT introduces MicroDyno, a 1-MHz GaN motor drive platform delivering true sine wave output, precision motion, and scalable efficiency for cobots and beyond.


News Sep 08, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
AutomationDirect Releases DC I/O and Pluggable Option Modules for BRX PLCs

AutomationDirect Releases DC I/O and Pluggable Option Modules for BRX PLCs

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.


News Sep 06, 2025 by Seth Price
Schunk Expands Robot PLUS Portfolio with Tool Changers and Sensors

Schunk Expands Robot PLUS Portfolio with Tool Changers and Sensors

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


News Sep 04, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson Rolls Out Process Safety Controller for SIL2 Designs

Emerson Rolls Out Process Safety Controller for SIL2 Designs

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.


News Sep 04, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Puts Text-Enabled, Multicolor Programmable Beacon on Display

Banner Puts Text-Enabled, Multicolor Programmable Beacon on Display

The new K100 programmable display beacon features 14 colors, as well as the ability to display 32 scrolling or 12 static characters to communicate machine status to operators.


News Sep 04, 2025 by Seth Price
Precision Alignment: The Key to Energy and Cost Reduction

Precision Alignment: The Key to Energy and Cost Reduction

Alignment is an often overlooked element in operations, leading to both energy efficiency and equipment longevity in rotating machinery.


ABB Releases Baldor-Reliance SP4 Shaft Ground Motors

ABB Releases Baldor-Reliance SP4 Shaft Ground Motors

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


News Sep 01, 2025 by Seth Price
Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs’ R1000 distance sensor now blends millimeter-level accuracy with native PROFINET support, making it a drop-in option for advanced motion and positioning tasks.


News Aug 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Autonics Introduces Door Lock Switches To Boost Machine Safety

Autonics Introduces Door Lock Switches To Boost Machine Safety

Autonics’ new SFDL series of safety door lock switches features five-direction key insertion, manual unlocking, and IP67 protection for safer industrial machine operation.


News Aug 30, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

The new BCS1 miniature slot sensor from Banner Engineering delivers fast and accurate position and motion detection in a compact and cost-efficient form factor.


News Aug 28, 2025 by Seth Price
Fuji Electric HMIs Feature Wide Screens and Enhanced Connectivity

Fuji Electric HMIs Feature Wide Screens and Enhanced Connectivity

Fuji Electric’s TS4000 series of programmable operation displays features high-definition wide screens and robust networking capabilities to support smart production and remote monitoring.


News Aug 27, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Adlink Introduces Panel PC With GPU Expansion for Edge AI Applications

Adlink Introduces Panel PC With GPU Expansion for Edge AI Applications

Adlink has built its newest open-frame panel PC to tackle edge AI applications. To handle especially demanding workloads, the panel PC can be expanded by integrating an embedded NVIDIA MXM GPU module.


News Aug 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Troubleshooting Linear Hydraulic Motion

Troubleshooting Linear Hydraulic Motion

Motion systems come in many forms. Hydraulic motion brings some unique problems, not seen in electric systems. This article will focus on how to recognize prominent failures quickly and correctly.


Having a Ball: Researchers Develop Robot Hand With Spherical Grasp

Having a Ball: Researchers Develop Robot Hand With Spherical Grasp

Yale University researchers have developed a robot hand that can grasp and rotate objects in a spherical motion, simplifying manipulation in small spaces and unstructured environments.


News Aug 21, 2025 by Seth Price
Electric Actuators Designed to Replace Fluids: Hands-on Tutorial

Electric Actuators Designed to Replace Fluids: Hands-on Tutorial

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


Monitor Motors and Pumps Remotely With Acromag’s Discrete AC Input Modules

Monitor Motors and Pumps Remotely With Acromag’s Discrete AC Input Modules

The new NT2140 series expands Acromag’s portfolio of expandable remote I/O modules for Ethernet. The NT2140 discrete AC input modules enable real-time monitoring of on/off power status for motors, pumps, and switchgear.


News Aug 19, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Antaira Launches Rugged Ethernet Switches for Rail and Factory Networks

Antaira Launches Rugged Ethernet Switches for Rail and Factory Networks

Antaira’s LNX-0800-M12-67 series of unmanaged Ethernet switches brings IP67 protection, M12 connection, and wide temperature tolerance to railway and industrial automation networks.


News Aug 18, 2025 by Austin Futrell