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Emerson DeltaV Edge Syncs Operator Views for Faster Fixes

Emerson DeltaV Edge Syncs Operator Views for Faster Fixes

With DeltaV Edge Environment, Emerson delivers secure data sharing, real-time context, and simplified troubleshooting through synchronized operator dashboards.


News May 04, 2026 by Seth Price
SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

The DTECT family bundles the company's optical sensors under a product naming convention that groups them by color, distance, presence, and 3D object detection.


News May 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens and OnLogic Push Edge Computing Into Extremes

Siemens and OnLogic Push Edge Computing Into Extremes

A new Siemens and OnLogic solution extends Industrial Edge to extreme sites with zero-touch deployment, legacy integration, and secure, scalable AI processing.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

The PoWa robots combine high-speed motion and power with user-friendly programming and plug-and-play tooling, targeting a variety of manufacturing processes, including machine tending and welding.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Seth Price
Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

The VOC industrial camera records images and videos 15 minutes before and after a fault event, while the CleverReader stationary code reader captures 1D and 2D codes at throughput speeds up to 3.5 m/s.


News Apr 26, 2026 by Seth Price
Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

The AFS58 encoder delivers SIL2 and Performance Level d compliance, high-resolution Sin/Cos feedback, and a rugged, plug-and-play design for smart and precise axis monitoring in demanding environments.


News Apr 25, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Maintaining focal distance on a laser marker can require expensive servos or movable fixtures; the AREX400 AF features an internal focal adjustment that accommodates up to 120 mm of focal distance change.


News Apr 24, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

The new safety I/O module, the BWU4277, replaces complexity with flexibility. The device features up to 14 safe inputs and two safe outputs, targeting a wide range of safety applications.


News Apr 19, 2026 by Seth Price
Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

The new Connector App enables operators to connect and control Kassow’s robots in real time, all from a single ctrlX OS device, without PLC programming.


News Apr 15, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Comau Teams with Reis Robotics to Expand Automation Reach

Comau Teams with Reis Robotics to Expand Automation Reach

A new partnership between Comau and Reis Robotics targets advanced automation with multi-robot control, real-time data processing, and scalable solutions.


News Apr 13, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

The FX1616-BA controller’s transition to surface-mount technology aims to combat component obsolescence and improve manufacturing consistency.


News Apr 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Beijer Electronics, Visual Components, and Fluke Corporation have released enhanced HMI software, faster factory simulation tools, and accelerated AI-powered maintenance work.


News Apr 11, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent magnet, and synchronous reluctance motor operation up to 40 HP.


News Apr 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
A Look at the Latest Sensors From Murata, EBE, and Endress+Hauser

A Look at the Latest Sensors From Murata, EBE, and Endress+Hauser

The new releases include a sensor for high-frequency vibration detection, a contactless sensor for foam detection, and an OEM-configured electromagnetic flowmeter for liquid cooling.


News Apr 05, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens Introduces LOGO! 9 Next-Generation Logic Controllers

Siemens Introduces LOGO! 9 Next-Generation Logic Controllers

The LOGO! 9 logic controllers offer up to 800 function blocks, expanded I/O capacity, a color touchscreen display, and improved engineering tools for small-scale automation tasks.


News Apr 02, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Flexiv Secures Investment to Advance Adaptive Robotics

Flexiv Secures Investment to Advance Adaptive Robotics

New funding will help Flexiv advance force-guided robotics and scale its collaborative robot solutions worldwide.


News Apr 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB has released a new version of its Symphony Plus DCS, integrated NVIDIA Omniverse libraries into RobotStudio, and announced plans to scale manufacturing and R&D across India.


News Mar 28, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

The Stride Pro Unmanaged+ industrial Ethernet switches build on the company’s basic unmanaged switches, offering enhanced networking features, including IGMP snooping and port mirroring.


News Mar 27, 2026 by Seth Price
Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Physical AI is a recurring theme in today’s industrial automation. Control.com recently met with Vention’s CEO to gain insights about the company’s newest offering, Rapid Operator AI.


News Mar 26, 2026 by David Peterson
Banner Expands Safety Light Curtains To Include More Lengths

Banner Expands Safety Light Curtains To Include More Lengths

The 14 mm resolution S4B safety light curtains now include 1,350 mm, 1,500 mm, 1,650 mm, and 1,800 mm long models, accommodating a wider range of machine guarding applications.


News Mar 24, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich