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Pepperl+Fuchs’ R1000 distance sensor now blends millimeter-level accuracy with native PROFINET support, making it a…

Pepperl+Fuchs’ R1000 distance sensor now blends millimeter-level accuracy with native PROFINET support, making it a drop-in option for advanced motion and positioning tasks.

The new BCS1 miniature slot sensor from Banner Engineering delivers fast and accurate position and motion detection in a…

The new BCS1 miniature slot sensor from Banner Engineering delivers fast and accurate position and motion detection in a compact and cost-efficient form factor.

In this instrumentation and control (I&C) article, we will explore the fundamental terminology and concepts used when…

In this instrumentation and control (I&C) article, we will explore the fundamental terminology and concepts used when working with industrial plants.

Whether using industrial DIN-rail DC power supplies or linear power supplies for motors, these devices all have the…

Whether using industrial DIN-rail DC power supplies or linear power supplies for motors, these devices all have the potential to fail. Although there can be several root causes, there are a few simple methods of testing a power supply.

Emerson’s 3144S ensures process reliability with 20-year stability, 0.05°C accuracy, and plug-and-play ReadyConnect…

Emerson’s 3144S ensures process reliability with 20-year stability, 0.05°C accuracy, and plug-and-play ReadyConnect sensor configuration.

Keyence’s MD-U series 3-axis laser marker enables precise, high-contrast engravings on a variety of hard-to-mark…

Keyence’s MD-U series 3-axis laser marker enables precise, high-contrast engravings on a variety of hard-to-mark materials, thanks to ultraviolet.

Banner Engineering’s K50R radar sensor, designed as an alternative to long-range ultrasonic sensors, is now available…

Banner Engineering’s K50R radar sensor, designed as an alternative to long-range ultrasonic sensors, is now available with IO‑Link for simplified setup and remote configuration.

With its 3 kHz sampling, the OD200 ensures fast, accurate, and stable distance readings—even on difficult surfaces…

With its 3 kHz sampling, the OD200 ensures fast, accurate, and stable distance readings—even on difficult surfaces like carbon fiber and polished metal.

SensoPart’s VISOR software-release 2.12 is designed to be smarter and faster than ever before. Key enhancements include…

SensoPart’s VISOR software-release 2.12 is designed to be smarter and faster than ever before. Key enhancements include a new shape find detector, caliper circle tool, and SensoConfig web-based configuration.

Designed for high-speed automated environments, this smart camera offers on-the-fly model switching, advanced vision…

Designed for high-speed automated environments, this smart camera offers on-the-fly model switching, advanced vision functions, and rapid decision-making.

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with…

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.

Discover Baumer’s miniature OT200 and OT330 ToF sensors, offering reliable, high-speed object detection without the…

Discover Baumer’s miniature OT200 and OT330 ToF sensors, offering reliable, high-speed object detection without the need for a reflector.

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.

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.

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.

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.