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Factory I/O: A Modern PLC Simulation Tool to Learn the Fundamentals

Factory I/O: A Modern PLC Simulation Tool to Learn the Fundamentals

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.


New Roboze-Comau Partnership Promotes Agile Manufacturing

New Roboze-Comau Partnership Promotes Agile Manufacturing

Comau and Roboze join to deliver speedier, more flexible, accessible, and sustainable automation solutions for on-demand, just-in-time production.


News Jun 23, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Bosch Rexroth Updates EcoSafe Modular Safety Fencing Portfolio

Bosch Rexroth Updates EcoSafe Modular Safety Fencing Portfolio

Bosch Rexroth has updated its EcoSafe portfolio of safety fencing components. The redesign focuses on quick installation time and modular flexibility with direct panels, digital planning tools, and an upgraded frame profile.


News Jun 22, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the development and scaling of AI-powered machine vision applications.


News Jun 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden Expands Catalog of Data and Connection Solutions

Belden has expanded its data acquisition and transmission and data orchestration and management catalogs to include new hardware and software for critical applications.


News Jun 20, 2025 by Seth Price
Bosch Rexroth Rolls Out Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Cylinders

Bosch Rexroth Rolls Out Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Cylinders

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its existing line of electromechanical devices with the EMC-HP, an electric cylinder capable of a maximum force of 250 kN and a top speed of 0.83 m/s.


News Jun 19, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations precise and efficient by reducing energy use and maintenance costs caused by shaft misalignment.


News Jun 15, 2025 by Seth Price
Beckhoff Expands Cabinet-Free Automation With MX-System Baseplates and Modules

Beckhoff Expands Cabinet-Free Automation With MX-System Baseplates and Modules

Beckhoff has expanded its modular MX-System with the addition of 3-row baseplates and bigger function modules. Now, larger machines with more complicated requirements can benefit from cabinet-free automation.


News Jun 14, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller USA’s industrial relay module series is designed to switch small industrial loads in a variety of applications across industries. The modules feature push-in and screw connection options for simple and versatile setup.


News Jun 13, 2025 by Seth Price
Mitsubishi Debuts MX Series PLC With Built-In AI Tools

Mitsubishi Debuts MX Series PLC With Built-In AI Tools

The new MX PLC from Mitsubishi enables rapid, precise motion control with multi-core CPUs, digital twin support, and cybersecurity built in.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Addverb adopts Infineon’s Bluetooth low energy technology for safer warehouse robotics, AMETEK acquires FARO to expand its presence of 3D imaging and measurement, and Fictiv joins Misumi to scale AI-driven manufacturing.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Oriental Motor Combines Robot Controller and Drivers Into Single Unit

Oriental Motor Combines Robot Controller and Drivers Into Single Unit

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.


News Jun 11, 2025 by Seth Price
Safe and Connected | An Intro to IO-Link Safety

Safe and Connected | An Intro to IO-Link Safety

IO-Link technology keeps improving, and with the recent introduction of Safe IO-Link, the automation world is going to get a whole lot more modular.


Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 software integrates generative AI and sustainability tools to enhance industrial operations and accelerate decarbonization efforts.


News Jun 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple integration and precise, reliable measurement in a variety of motion control applications.


News Jun 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson’s AI Portfolio Strengthened With Introduction of Project Beyond

Emerson’s AI Portfolio Strengthened With Introduction of Project Beyond

Project Beyond is Emerson’s new enterprise operations platform that brings software-defined control, data contextualization, and industrial AI to existing automation systems.


News Jun 05, 2025 by Seth Price
Carlo Gavazzi Releases Photoelectric Amplifier With Multiplexing Capability

Carlo Gavazzi Releases Photoelectric Amplifier With Multiplexing Capability

Carlo Gavazzi has released an amplification module for combining multiple photoelectric sensors without crosstalk and with integrated diagnostics per channel.


News Jun 04, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
AI Agents from Siemens Tackle Labor Gaps in Industry

AI Agents from Siemens Tackle Labor Gaps in Industry

Siemens expands its Industrial Copilot platform with autonomous AI agents to automate workflows and ease skilled labor shortages.


News Jun 03, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Dunkermotoren Expands Motor Control Platform With Compact Solutions

Dunkermotoren Expands Motor Control Platform With Compact Solutions

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


News Jun 01, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Automate Highlight Series: Opto 22 at the Edge

Automate Highlight Series: Opto 22 at the Edge

Opto 22 eases the challenge of the data age with the groov EPIC, an edge controller providing traditional machine logic control and access to applications that increase productivity.


News May 30, 2025 by David Peterson