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Banner Engineering Combines IO-Link and Edge Processing in One Device

Banner Engineering Combines IO-Link and Edge Processing in One Device

The DXMR190 IO-Link master combines eight-port connectivity with edge processing to stream data directly to cloud systems and web servers without an edge PC.


News Sep 03, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Rockwell Links AI Vision and QMS for Smarter Factory Quality

Rockwell Links AI Vision and QMS for Smarter Factory Quality

AI-powered machine vision now connects with Plex QMS to create a closed-loop quality workflow, helping teams detect defects, trace parts, and reduce response time.


News Aug 28, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Launches pH/ORP Sensor for Demanding Process Environments

Emerson Launches pH/ORP Sensor for Demanding Process Environments

The Rosemount 350A is a digital pH and ORP sensor featuring M12 plug-and-play connectivity for high-temperature and high-pressure process conditions.


News Aug 26, 2026 by Seth Price
Datalogic Extends Safety Laser Scanner Coverage With New SLS10

Datalogic Extends Safety Laser Scanner Coverage With New SLS10

The SLS10 safety laser scanner features a 10-meter safety range, 275° coverage, fast response times, and advanced configuration tools to protect larger industrial workspaces with fewer devices.


News Aug 24, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Balluff Expands BES Entry Line With More Sensor Options

Balluff Expands BES Entry Line With More Sensor Options

New cable, pigtail, and NPN configurations broaden Balluff’s BES Entry Line, with M8, M12, and M18 inductive sensors for high-volume automation.


News Aug 20, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Smarter Defect Detection: Inside Trends Driving Automation in Quality Inspection

Smarter Defect Detection: Inside Trends Driving Automation in Quality Inspection

Learn how AI-powered machine vision can improve defect detection, increase inspection accuracy, and streamline manufacturing quality control.


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Banner Adds Current Monitoring to Its Snap Signal Sensor Lineup

Banner Adds Current Monitoring to Its Snap Signal Sensor Lineup

Monitor single- and three-phase AC loads with Banner’s S15C sensors, featuring split-core installation, RMS readings, thresholds, IO-Link, and Modbus.


News Aug 16, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Ametek Releases Linear Position Sensor Series With IO-Link

Ametek Releases Linear Position Sensor Series With IO-Link

Ametek expands its GEMCO 953 series with the 953I, bringing IO-Link connectivity to linear position sensors built for hydraulic cylinders in harsh environments.


News Aug 15, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

The One Where A Modbus Output is Controlled by Two PLCs

Get ready for a control-themed roller coaster ride, pitting two PLCs against one Modbus I/O rack, and you might be shocked at the results: Who will win… And who will lose?


Wenglor Shrinks Ultrasonic Sensing With New U1KM Sensor Series

Wenglor Shrinks Ultrasonic Sensing With New U1KM Sensor Series

Detect objects up to 3 meters away with Wenglor's compact U1KM ultrasonic sensor featuring MEMS technology, IO-Link, and multi-object detection.


News Jul 30, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Pepperl+Fuchs Adds Capacitive Touch Function to IO-Link Signal Cap

Pepperl+Fuchs Adds Capacitive Touch Function to IO-Link Signal Cap

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced a compact IO-Link signal light cap with touch functionality that enables local operator feedback to a traditionally diagnostic-only signaling device.


News Jul 27, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Balluff Expands Portfolio With New Signal Towers and Fork Sensors

Balluff Expands Portfolio With New Signal Towers and Fork Sensors

Balluff has designed its SmartLight Black Line signal towers and new-generation fork sensors to simplify industrial automation, providing high-visibility signaling and comprehensive optical sensing.


News Jul 25, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Predictive Maintenance Made Possible Through the Arduino UNO Q Board

Predictive Maintenance Made Possible Through the Arduino UNO Q Board

By analyzing equipment behavior at the edge, the Arduino UNO Q provides a low-cost entry point into predictive maintenance to detect failures before downtime occurs.


News Jul 21, 2026 by Seth Price
Adding Remote I/O to a PLC Project: Synergy Logic Meets CompactLogix

Adding Remote I/O to a PLC Project: Synergy Logic Meets CompactLogix

In this tutorial, we add remote I/O to a Studio 5000 project using Modbus TCP and the new SLM System from Synergy Logic, which promises to simplify the integration. We’ll see how it lives up.


Emerson Launches Non-Intrusive, Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meters

Emerson Launches Non-Intrusive, Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meters

The new Flexim FLUXUS 631 series of ultrasonic flow meters features a clamp-on design to measure gases, liquids, and steam on demand.


News Jul 18, 2026 by Seth Price
Baumer Expands Industrial Vision with OX Sensor and RF Cameras

Baumer Expands Industrial Vision with OX Sensor and RF Cameras

New Baumer vision products combine laser profile sensing with Canon RF lens compatibility to improve inspection accuracy, flexibility, and machine vision performance.


News Jul 17, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
MIKROE Accelerates PLC I/O Testing with Photorelays from Toshiba

MIKROE Accelerates PLC I/O Testing with Photorelays from Toshiba

MIKROE’s Opto 8 Click helps PLC designers compare Toshiba photorelays, so they can build prototypes and pick components more quickly and easily.


News Jul 16, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Your Exclusive How-to Guide for Control Automation Day 2026

Your Exclusive How-to Guide for Control Automation Day 2026

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2026, custom-built for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!


News Jul 09, 2026 by David Peterson
Omron Advances Machine Design and Barcode Verification

Omron Advances Machine Design and Barcode Verification

The new Omron S8NR IP67 power supply and VHV5-SRV verifier improve machine design, diagnostics, and inline barcode inspection.


News Jul 08, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Autonics Launches Compact Sensors for Precision Object Detection

Autonics Launches Compact Sensors for Precision Object Detection

New BTS and BTF photoelectric sensors from Autonics deliver precise 0.1 mm detection in compact form factors for industrial automation.


News Jul 07, 2026 by Seth Price