Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered, regulated, and sometimes lubricated.…
Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered, regulated, and sometimes lubricated. The air prep unit does all that and more.
The new solenoid-controlled interlocks for harsh environments are the latest addition to steute’s series of…
The new solenoid-controlled interlocks for harsh environments are the latest addition to steute’s series of explosive-proof compact interlocks released earlier this year.
Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies…
Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies that solve problems in the packaging and handling industries.
Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the…
Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the hardware and software challenges surrounding the world of packaged goods.
At Chillventa 2024, Invertek Drives announced updates to its Optidrive Coolvert high-performance drives. Series updates…
At Chillventa 2024, Invertek Drives announced updates to its Optidrive Coolvert high-performance drives. Series updates include a new, larger frame size and enhanced safety features.
The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.
The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.
Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and…
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.
Even though electrical safety practices have existed for over a century, arc flash safety has only gained traction in…
Even though electrical safety practices have existed for over a century, arc flash safety has only gained traction in recent decades. This article discusses the danger and prevention of arc flash injury.
The new in-line sensor indicator from Banner Engineering is designed to help users facilitate easy-to-see visual machine…
The new in-line sensor indicator from Banner Engineering is designed to help users facilitate easy-to-see visual machine status indication and troubleshoot automated systems.
Rockwell Automation expands the lineups of both process automation and safety controls with the release of the new Logix…
Rockwell Automation expands the lineups of both process automation and safety controls with the release of the new Logix SIS platform, which uses the Flex 5000 I/O modules.
Embedded, modular, panel mount, distributed, machine mount, and remote, oh my! What does it all mean, and how are you…
Embedded, modular, panel mount, distributed, machine mount, and remote, oh my! What does it all mean, and how are you supposed to know which one to choose for your application?
ABB has expanded and upgraded the safety capability of flagship VFDs with an Ethernet/IP CIP plug-in module capable of…
ABB has expanded and upgraded the safety capability of flagship VFDs with an Ethernet/IP CIP plug-in module capable of sending safe torque off (STO) and safe stop signals without additional wiring.
Patlite has released a series of explosion-proof light towers consisting of a three-unit LED stack and a smaller…
Patlite has released a series of explosion-proof light towers consisting of a three-unit LED stack and a smaller explosion-proof unit with a flashing function featuring red and yellow indicators.
PULS is jumping into the world of electronic circuit breakers with the PISA-M series electronic circuit breakers…
PULS is jumping into the world of electronic circuit breakers with the PISA-M series electronic circuit breakers featuring remote monitoring and control.
Autonics makes a new, compact pressure sensor and safety terminal block available for packaging, sensing, and automotive…
Autonics makes a new, compact pressure sensor and safety terminal block available for packaging, sensing, and automotive automation applications.
Optimizing robotic control, enhancing efficiency, and improving safety of human-machine collaboration are top priorities…
Optimizing robotic control, enhancing efficiency, and improving safety of human-machine collaboration are top priorities for factory operations. Here’s how ABB is changing the game with OmniCore.
Object detection and operator interfaces can be simplified with the new dedicated, high-intensity light indicator with…
Object detection and operator interfaces can be simplified with the new dedicated, high-intensity light indicator with configurable colors for a wide range of optical applications.
Recent updates in driverless trucking technology pursue a simple yet lofty goal: hauling materials safely and efficiently…
Recent updates in driverless trucking technology pursue a simple yet lofty goal: hauling materials safely and efficiently while reducing the strain on our dwindling surplus of qualified CDL holders.
Autonics has released its newest series of LiDAR sensors for object detection in industrial and commercial settings. The…
Autonics has released its newest series of LiDAR sensors for object detection in industrial and commercial settings. The laser scanners feature a 90-degree detection angle and up to a 10 x 10 m detection area.
Banner Engineering is improving safety and detection for industrial automation with the launch of two new products: the…
Banner Engineering is improving safety and detection for industrial automation with the launch of two new products: the S4B series light curtain and the EG24 series precision edge sensor.