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Automate 2026: Yaskawa Drives Motor and Control Innovation

Automate 2026: Yaskawa Drives Motor and Control Innovation

Yaskawa’s drives and motion division showcased expertise across a wide catalog of devices, from machine and motion controllers with built-in PLC functions to the wide range of motors and drive units.


News 17 hours ago by David Peterson
Automate 2026: Opto 22 and the Full IT/OT Automation Adventure

Automate 2026: Opto 22 and the Full IT/OT Automation Adventure

Control isn’t a standalone hardware challenge these days. Check out the full journey on display at Automate in Chicago: from the ground floor up to the clouds!


News Jun 28, 2026 by David Peterson
UnitX DeteX Brings AI Vision Inspection Online in Minutes

UnitX DeteX Brings AI Vision Inspection Online in Minutes

AI-powered DeteX simplifies machine vision with five-image training, fast integration, and support for defect detection and code reading.


News Jun 28, 2026 by Seth Price
Burro Debuts Grande 44 for Industrial Logistics

Burro Debuts Grande 44 for Industrial Logistics

The Grande 44 combines 44 horsepower, 6,000-pound towing capacity, and outdoor navigation for demanding industrial environments.


News Jun 27, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
ABB Announces New Products, Partnerships, and Software Upgrades

ABB Announces New Products, Partnerships, and Software Upgrades

The releases include non-invasive sensor solutions, a low-flow flowmeter, a robot gripper that learns from human prosthetics, and a web-based expansion pack for ABB’s flagship DCS.


News Jun 26, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor Introduces High-Power Illumination for Vision Systems

Wenglor Introduces High-Power Illumination for Vision Systems

The new LBF LED bar light delivers up to 2.5 million lux and responds in less than a microsecond, making it ideal for demanding, high-speed machine vision applications.


News Jun 25, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Teguar Showcases Rugged AI PCs for Edge Computing Tasks

Teguar Showcases Rugged AI PCs for Edge Computing Tasks

New fanless industrial PCs from Teguar support AI inference, machine vision, robotics, and edge analytics in demanding applications.


News Jun 23, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Autonics Expands Solid-State Relay Line for Flexible Control

Autonics Expands Solid-State Relay Line for Flexible Control

New SSRs from Autonics support zero-cross and random turn-on switching, helping engineers optimize performance across industrial applications.


News Jun 21, 2026 by Austin Futrell
AI Agents Bring Unified Context to Manufacturing Operations

AI Agents Bring Unified Context to Manufacturing Operations

Augury’s new Industrial AI agents combine machine health, production, and operational data to deliver insights that improve manufacturing performance.


News Jun 20, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Patlite Unveils Panel-Mount Audible Alarm With High-Volume Sound Output

Patlite Unveils Panel-Mount Audible Alarm With High-Volume Sound Output

The new BD series audible alarm features a maximum 98 dB sound output in a slim, 54-mm-deep design and offers rugged, IP65 protection for use in harsh environments.


News Jun 19, 2026 by Seth Price
Getting Pumped for Chicago: Automate 2026!

Getting Pumped for Chicago: Automate 2026!

We’re looking forward to an amazing, exciting week at McCormick Place for the annual Automate show. Check out the lineup of great companies. Will we see you there?


News Jun 17, 2026 by David Peterson
Bihl+Wiedemann Launches High-Current ASi Safety Gateways

Bihl+Wiedemann Launches High-Current ASi Safety Gateways

New ASi-5/ASi-3 safety gateways deliver up to 8 A per circuit, helping larger automation systems support more devices and safety signals.


News Jun 16, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Altech Launches Vibration-Resistant STH5 Terminal Block

Altech Launches Vibration-Resistant STH5 Terminal Block

Designed for high-vibration environments, the STH5 terminal block supports up to 85 amps and 600 volts on standard DIN rails.


News Jun 14, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Weidmuller Releases a Compact and Portable Industrial Printer

Weidmuller Releases a Compact and Portable Industrial Printer

The PrintJet MINI is a compact UV-ink label printer engineered for panel building and industrial labeling applications.


News Jun 13, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Carlo Gavazzi Announces Wireless Multiprotocol Energy Analyzer Series

Carlo Gavazzi Announces Wireless Multiprotocol Energy Analyzer Series

The new EM600 W series energy meters feature two versions, both offering Wi-Fi connectivity and multiprotocol support for single-, two-, and three-phase systems.


News Jun 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Introduces Outdoor-Rated Drives for Harsh Environments

ABB Introduces Outdoor-Rated Drives for Harsh Environments

New IP66 and UL Type 4X motor drives from ABB withstand dust, water, and corrosive environments without requiring protective enclosures.


News Jun 09, 2026 by Seth Price
Schneider and Weidmüller Simplify Motor Control Wiring

Schneider and Weidmüller Simplify Motor Control Wiring

Snap-in wiring technology cuts TeSys Deca contactor installation time by up to 75% while supporting automated control cabinet assembly.


News Jun 08, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Association for Advancing Automation Updates GigE Vision Standards

Association for Advancing Automation Updates GigE Vision Standards

GigE Vision 3.0 features remote direct memory access (RDMA) over converged Ethernet version 2 (RoCEv2), enabling zero-copy image transfers that reduce CPU load and boost machine vision system speeds


News Jun 06, 2026 by Seth Price
Aubo Launches G Series Cobots for Heavy-Duty Automation

Aubo Launches G Series Cobots for Heavy-Duty Automation

New G Series cobots from Aubo combine payloads up to 40 kg, joint torque sensing, and EtherCAT control for welding, logistics, and assembly.


News Jun 05, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Partnerships and acquisitions are helping Comau develop next-generation robotics, warehouse automation, and flexible manufacturing solutions.


News Jun 04, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida