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Wenglor Debuts New Industrial RFID Reader/Transponder System

Wenglor Debuts New Industrial RFID Reader/Transponder System

RFID aids in product tracking and inventory management. Wenglor has introduced a new system to improve inventory capabilities and ensure proper product progression in manufacturing processes.


News Nov 28, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 3: Connecting to Google Sheets

Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 3: Connecting to Google Sheets

In this article, we will explore the inbound integration to the mage.ai pipeline, connecting to the spreadsheet data source using the Google Sheets API through a JSON credentials file.


Balluff Announces Capacitive Level Sensor With IO-Link Technology

Balluff Announces Capacitive Level Sensor With IO-Link Technology

Balluff has released a new capacitive sensor with IO-Link communication technology designed to detect product levels through the walls of plastic or glass storage containers.


News Nov 22, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Introduces High-Power Strip Light for Surface Inspections

Banner Introduces High-Power Strip Light for Surface Inspections

Banner Engineering has recently released a new industrial strip light. The high-power, adjustable WLB72 is designed for surface and paint inspection applications in the automotive industry.


News Nov 22, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
How Advanced Inspection Technologies are Improving EV Battery Safety and Throughput

How Advanced Inspection Technologies are Improving EV Battery Safety and Throughput

Key challenges and technologies changing EV manufacturing


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PLC Input and Output Module Troubleshooting Techniques

PLC Input and Output Module Troubleshooting Techniques

When inputs or outputs stop working, the equipment fails to respond and money starts slipping away. Dive into the concept of troubleshooting I/O without ever opening the PLC software.


IO-Link Empowers Latest Photoelectric Sensor Lineup From Carlo Gavazzi

IO-Link Empowers Latest Photoelectric Sensor Lineup From Carlo Gavazzi

Carlo Gavazzi Automation has launched a new line of photoelectric laser sensors with selectable application functions and IO-Link for enhanced capabilities in a multitude of settings.


News Nov 21, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 2: Initializing the Software

Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 2: Initializing the Software

Data pipelines are software services that progress the data from source to storage, hopefully without too much programming complexity. In this article, we begin by initializing the mage.ai software.


New Strobing LED Lighting Creates Illusion of Continuous Light

New Strobing LED Lighting Creates Illusion of Continuous Light

Smart Vision Lights has launched its latest machine vision light that utilizes Hidden Strobe technology. The strobing LED light aids high-speed imaging while appearing continuous.


News Nov 19, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Troubleshooting PLCs: Recognizing Visual Status Indicators and LEDs

Troubleshooting PLCs: Recognizing Visual Status Indicators and LEDs

Machine downtime can be very stressful for everybody involved. Next time you face a challenging system failure, try some of these LED troubleshooting techniques to reduce stress.


WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control solutions while providing advanced communication and programming features.


News Nov 14, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Balluff’s New Scanners Provide Flexible Experience for Enhanced Traceability

Balluff’s New Scanners Provide Flexible Experience for Enhanced Traceability

Balluff introduced its latest 1D/2D scanners for manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics, seeking to enhance traceability and improve efficiency in production and order fulfillment.


News Nov 14, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 1: The Challenge of Data

Data Flow Tutorial With Mage.ai | Part 1: The Challenge of Data

All of modern industry relies on data. In the first installment of a series showcasing the importance of industrial data movement, we explain the challenge of data flow and build a fault list.


Omron Automation Introduces Its Latest Short-wave Infrared Camera

Omron Automation Introduces Its Latest Short-wave Infrared Camera

Omron Automation's latest camera uses short-wave infrared technology to produce higher-quality images without visible light, alleviating ambient light challenges and expanding inspection possibilities.


News Nov 12, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Safety Muting Module From Bihl+Wiedemann Reduces False Alarms

Safety Muting Module From Bihl+Wiedemann Reduces False Alarms

Bihl+Wiedemann has released the ASi-5 Muting Module, a device that works alongside light curtains to improve safety systems and keep production lines running with fewer nuisance false triggers.


News Nov 10, 2023 by Seth Price
History and High-Tech Merge in Boston at Rockwell’s Automation Fair

History and High-Tech Merge in Boston at Rockwell’s Automation Fair

Automation Fair was held in Boston on Nov 6-9, showcasing Rockwell Automation’s industrial partnerships, new technology, and recent acquisitions in a stellar conference and expo show.


News Nov 09, 2023 by David Peterson
Banner Engineering Sheds Light on Compact Spaces With Latest Releases

Banner Engineering Sheds Light on Compact Spaces With Latest Releases

Banner Engineering brings light to compact spaces with its latest in-line status indicator and area light. The new additions are designed to simplify operations in even the tightest of spaces.


News Nov 09, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Handling of Power System Data: Engineering Limits and Data Currency

Handling of Power System Data: Engineering Limits and Data Currency

Power systems rely on meaningful data, as do most other processes. Within SCADA environments, individual data points are tracked, compared to limits, and evaluated to obtain current readings.


Emerson Acquires NI and Afag, Expanding Automation and Motion Software

Emerson Acquires NI and Afag, Expanding Automation and Motion Software

Emerson pursues the expansion of its product range and global market reach through recent acquisition agreements with Afag Holding AG and National Instruments (NI).


News Nov 04, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Diving Robot Powered by Beckhoff Helps Clean the Canals in Venice

Diving Robot Powered by Beckhoff Helps Clean the Canals in Venice

A research team has leveraged Beckhoff industrial PCs and sensor arrays to remove trash from water up to 20 m deep, using a robot to clean trash from a popular, yet polluted location.


News Nov 03, 2023 by Seth Price