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Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also…

Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also partnered with Shell to develop a robotic and AI plant monitoring and maintenance solution.

SensoPart has released its newest time-of-flight (ToF) sensor series designed to deliver compact precision in distance…

SensoPart has released its newest time-of-flight (ToF) sensor series designed to deliver compact precision in distance measurements up to 1.5 m.

Omron’s VHV5 barcode reader offers fast setup, powerful code reading, and rugged performance for high-speed,…

Omron’s VHV5 barcode reader offers fast setup, powerful code reading, and rugged performance for high-speed, high-demand factory environments.

Finding a good PLC simulator can be challenging. Read an assessment of Factory I/O and learn how it works, how to get…

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.

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the…

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.

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture,…

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture, industry, and food sectors.

Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations…

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.

Weidmüller USA’s industrial relay module series is designed to switch small industrial loads in a variety of…

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.

Addverb adopts Infineon’s Bluetooth low energy technology for safer warehouse robotics, AMETEK acquires FARO to expand…

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.

In this article, we’ll explore the SBD drive series from CMZ, including setting up the motor, scaling and testing the…

In this article, we’ll explore the SBD drive series from CMZ, including setting up the motor, scaling and testing the axis, before creating a simple motion program in the onboard PLC.

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple…

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.

Wenglor unveils a blue laser ToF sensor and gloss sensor to boost factory accuracy on tricky materials like shiny metal…

Wenglor unveils a blue laser ToF sensor and gloss sensor to boost factory accuracy on tricky materials like shiny metal and transparent film.

Carlo Gavazzi has released an amplification module for combining multiple photoelectric sensors without crosstalk and…

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

Amazon announced that its Vulcan pick-and-stow robots have progressed to beta testing after completing a pilot trial at…

Amazon announced that its Vulcan pick-and-stow robots have progressed to beta testing after completing a pilot trial at one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers in Spokane, Washington.

LPD series sensors from Autonics measure metallic object positions from 14–103 mm with analog output and rugged IP67 housing.

LPD series sensors from Autonics measure metallic object positions from 14–103 mm with analog output and rugged IP67 housing.

Leuze has expanded its identification portfolio to include two new lines of RFID readers, the RDH 100 with a compact…

Leuze has expanded its identification portfolio to include two new lines of RFID readers, the RDH 100 with a compact build and the RDH 200 with near field communication (NFC) technology.

Check out the amazing power of high-frequency sound, used to detect a complete 3D environment and developed to increase…

Check out the amazing power of high-frequency sound, used to detect a complete 3D environment and developed to increase safety in sensing for autonomous robots.

The new P1PH9 reflex sensors use time-of-flight technology to detect objects up to 2.5 m away, even with interference.…

The new P1PH9 reflex sensors use time-of-flight technology to detect objects up to 2.5 m away, even with interference. The sensors feature a large light spot that can detect various shaped objects.

FANUC robots can now perform tasks on a moving assembly line thanks to Inbolt’s mountable 3D-vision system, powered by…

FANUC robots can now perform tasks on a moving assembly line thanks to Inbolt’s mountable 3D-vision system, powered by AI. The collaboration between the companies’ technology was on display at Automate 2025.