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Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Optix is Now DataReady!

Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Optix is Now DataReady!

Rockwell Automation has enhanced the FactoryTalk Optix platform by adding the DataReady Smart Machines, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving decision-making capabilities.


News Oct 29, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Belden’s New LioN-Safety I/O Modules Link Hardware for Quick Response

Belden’s New LioN-Safety I/O Modules Link Hardware for Quick Response

The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.


News Oct 25, 2024 by Seth Price
Softing Industrial Upgrades Edge Products, Integrates OPC UA Information Modeling

Softing Industrial Upgrades Edge Products, Integrates OPC UA Information Modeling

Softing Industrial has integrated OPC Unified Architecture (UA) Information Modeling into its edge products and Secure Integration Server (SIS) to enhance functionality in Industrial IoT applications.


News Oct 25, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Leuze Adds Optical Character Verification to 1D/2D Code Readers

Leuze Adds Optical Character Verification to 1D/2D Code Readers

The new DCR 1048i sensor with optical character verification is capable of reading, locating, and validating not only barcodes but also human-readable text to verify print quality.


News Oct 22, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Baumer Acquires Flow Measurement Expert Manas Microsystems

Baumer Acquires Flow Measurement Expert Manas Microsystems

By acquiring Manas Microsystems, a leading manufacturer of flow meters in India, Baumer expands its portfolio of flow measurement solutions and extends its international market reach.


News Oct 22, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Using OPC UA | Industrial Connectivity with KEPServerEX

Using OPC UA | Industrial Connectivity with KEPServerEX

Learn about how one example platform, KEPServerEX by PTC, uses OPC UA to integrate machine centers with various communication protocol differences, the ultimate goal of M2M integration.


ABB Introduces Energy Efficiency Service To Optimize Robot Performance

ABB Introduces Energy Efficiency Service To Optimize Robot Performance

The new service consists of optimization, monitoring, and benchmarking tools to help companies achieve greater sustainability by improving the energy efficiency of robots.


News Oct 20, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Fabrication Technologies Rock the Scene at FABTECH 2024

Fabrication Technologies Rock the Scene at FABTECH 2024

Check out some of the highlights you might have missed from North America’s largest show dedicated to fabrication, metalworking, welding, and finishing.


News Oct 19, 2024 by David Peterson
Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and output modules for the PNOZmulti 2 safe small controller.


News Oct 18, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Control Station Unveils System Health Monitoring Service for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

Control Station Unveils System Health Monitoring Service for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

The new service utilizes the company's PlantESP Loop Performance Monitoring solution to provide companies with operational insights to maximize plant health and performance.


News Oct 17, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Baumer Launches IX Series of “All-In-One” GigE Vision Industrial Cameras

Baumer Launches IX Series of “All-In-One” GigE Vision Industrial Cameras

The newest series of ultra-compact, space-saving industrial cameras integrate all of the components for image acquisition into a single housing, making for a simple and user-friendly machine vision solution.


News Oct 17, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
The Rolling Showdown: Belt vs. Roller Conveyor Systems

The Rolling Showdown: Belt vs. Roller Conveyor Systems

Conveyor systems come in all shapes and sizes, with factors like the drive motor and conveyor style influencing the control method. Join us as we dive into the world of automated conveyance.


Sonair Secures Funding for 3D Ultrasonic Object Detection in AMRs

Sonair Secures Funding for 3D Ultrasonic Object Detection in AMRs

In a cost-saving shakeup of the AMR industry, Sonair raised $6.8M to advance the sensing capabilities of mobile robots from 2D LiDAR and vision to a 3D array of acoustic sensors.


News Oct 15, 2024 by David Peterson
Know Your Place: Balluff Debuts Linear Position Monitoring System

Know Your Place: Balluff Debuts Linear Position Monitoring System

Have you ever needed to know the position of a hydraulic cylinder at any given point? Balluff’s new BTL K sensor uses magnetostrictive technology to provide constant, accurate positioning.


News Oct 14, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Kollmorgen Releases Next-Generation Programmable Motion Controller

Kollmorgen Releases Next-Generation Programmable Motion Controller

Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and integrated programming abilities. Check out Kollmorgen's latest motion controller, the PCMM2G.


News Oct 13, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
wenglor’s New Ring Light and Dark Field Attachment Assist Machine Vision

wenglor’s New Ring Light and Dark Field Attachment Assist Machine Vision

With the use of wenglor’s new LRL ring light, machine vision inspection tasks are made easier through bright lights and dark field illumination.


News Oct 12, 2024 by Seth Price
KEB Automation Upgrades Drive Controllers and Servo Drives

KEB Automation Upgrades Drive Controllers and Servo Drives

KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include hardware and software-based updates focused on efficiency and usability.


News Oct 10, 2024 by Austin Futrell
How To Configure FANUC I/O: The Group and Digital Guide

How To Configure FANUC I/O: The Group and Digital Guide

Inputs and outputs play crucial roles in various automated processes. This article will explain the variances between digital and group I/O and offer guidance on setting up each type through Ethernet.


Universal Robots Never Skips Arm Day: Higher Payloads for UR20/UR30 Cobots

Universal Robots Never Skips Arm Day: Higher Payloads for UR20/UR30 Cobots

Universal Robots have increased the payload capacity of their high-payload UR20 and UR30 cobots when the cobot is in the top lift position.


News Oct 09, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Guide to Wiring: Conductor Materials, Styles, Sizes, and Best Practices

Guide to Wiring: Conductor Materials, Styles, Sizes, and Best Practices

The simple tasks can lead to the most failures. Basic practices in the wiring assembly stages of a project can lead to long-term success or haunting tales of intermittent yet persistent failures.