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Photoelectric sensors and fiber optic sensors are very similar in a lot of ways, but which one is superior in function…

Photoelectric sensors and fiber optic sensors are very similar in a lot of ways, but which one is superior in function and durability, and under what conditions might one be preferred?

A PLC can be placed in Run or Stop, or occasionally Program mode, usually through physical or virtual methods. But what…

A PLC can be placed in Run or Stop, or occasionally Program mode, usually through physical or virtual methods. But what do these modes mean, and when should they be used?

The MS-Basic is Festo's low-cost compatible cousin to its high-end MS series.

The MS-Basic is Festo's low-cost compatible cousin to its high-end MS series.

Explore the sensors used to obtain temperature, pressure, and humidity for industrial applications on this value-packed,…

Explore the sensors used to obtain temperature, pressure, and humidity for industrial applications on this value-packed, compact add-on for the Raspberry Pi.

Emerson expands their G3 Fieldbus remote I/O platform to include a class A IO-Link master for expanded I/O possibilities.

Emerson expands their G3 Fieldbus remote I/O platform to include a class A IO-Link master for expanded I/O possibilities.

2,000 exciting displays, 4 massive exhibition halls, 1 gigantic show to highlight the advancements in the packaging and…

2,000 exciting displays, 4 massive exhibition halls, 1 gigantic show to highlight the advancements in the packaging and processing industries in 2023. Check out the sights from Pack Expo!

Pack Expo Las Vegas kicks off day 1 with exciting demonstrations from OEMs, integrators, and service providers from all…

Pack Expo Las Vegas kicks off day 1 with exciting demonstrations from OEMs, integrators, and service providers from all around the packaging and processing industry. Check out the sights from the show!

Balluff’s new camera leverages "Praying mantis" stereoscopic vision and open-source software to see and sense distance,…

Balluff’s new camera leverages "Praying mantis" stereoscopic vision and open-source software to see and sense distance, location, and the relative size of objects in motion.

This top-mount accessory for the Raspberry Pi offers various capabilities at a low cost, perfect for analyzing and…

This top-mount accessory for the Raspberry Pi offers various capabilities at a low cost, perfect for analyzing and solving problems related to vibration, temperature, humidity, and others.

OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready…

OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready device offers an easily accessible programming interface and predictive maintenance functionality in a compact package.

Sequential function charts (SFCs) are a great tool when processes require sequence control, but things can get…

Sequential function charts (SFCs) are a great tool when processes require sequence control, but things can get complicated fast. Here are some ways to create better SFC programs and applications.

Offering unprecedented range and precision, SICK’s DT80 represents a leap in accuracy and signal fidelity that goes the…

Offering unprecedented range and precision, SICK’s DT80 represents a leap in accuracy and signal fidelity that goes the distance.

Analog voltage and current are the dominating standards for industrial technology. Is one format better than the other?…

Analog voltage and current are the dominating standards for industrial technology. Is one format better than the other? And if so, why do both signal types still exist in modern systems?

Banner Engineering augments the Snap Signal series with a new converter that transmits analog I/O signals and converts…

Banner Engineering augments the Snap Signal series with a new converter that transmits analog I/O signals and converts them to Modbus or IO-Link.

The size of a dime, Teledyne FLIR introduces a versatile new infrared thermal camera with one of the widest fields of…

The size of a dime, Teledyne FLIR introduces a versatile new infrared thermal camera with one of the widest fields of view on the market.

Whether working with measurement tools or process controllers, it is important to recognize faulty display values and the…

Whether working with measurement tools or process controllers, it is important to recognize faulty display values and the best ways to fix them.

Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion…

Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion capabilities in a simple, compact device.

Sensing that size does matter to automating engineers, Littelfuse introduces the world's smallest reed switch sensor.

Sensing that size does matter to automating engineers, Littelfuse introduces the world's smallest reed switch sensor.

Elephant Robotics improved its educational offerings to facilitate robotics industry growth and application through…

Elephant Robotics improved its educational offerings to facilitate robotics industry growth and application through training and education.