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Turck Expands TNIC Line of Industrial Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

Turck Expands TNIC Line of Industrial Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

Turck has added new unmanaged switches to its TNIC series. These Ethernet switches are compact, rugged, and feature a wide operating temperature and voltage range, making them suitable for various industrial applications.


News Jan 05, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces RFID Read/Write Device for Multi-Tag Reading

Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces RFID Read/Write Device for Multi-Tag Reading

The newest ultra-high frequency RFID reader from Pepperl+Fuchs can read up to 200 tags at a time, enabling bulk tracking of assets and inventory, particularly in gate automation systems in logistics.


News Jan 04, 2025 by Seth Price
Save Time and Your Hands with Weidmüller’s Powercrimper Vario

Save Time and Your Hands with Weidmüller’s Powercrimper Vario

Behold Weidmüller's Powercrimper Vario, a semi-automated electric crimping machine designed for efficiency, flexibility, and safety in panel building. It ensures perfect, reliable connections.


News Jan 03, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Oriental Motors Announces the BLS Motor and Controller System

Oriental Motors Announces the BLS Motor and Controller System

The BLS line of motors and universal driver reduce energy costs compared to standard AC motors and inverters.


News Jan 02, 2025 by Seth Price
WEG Releases The W80 AXgen Axial Flux Motor

WEG Releases The W80 AXgen Axial Flux Motor

WEG's new W80 AXgen axial flux motor was designed for energy efficiency and sustainability, making it ideal for electric vehicles and renewable energy.


News Jan 01, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Lam Research Introduces Dextro: A Cobot for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Lam Research Introduces Dextro: A Cobot for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Dextro is a mobile collaborative robot designed to optimize equipment maintenance in semiconductor manufacturing. The new cobot performs critical tasks, including etch chamber cleaning and consumable part replacement.


News Dec 31, 2024 by Seth Price
Link Up! Softing AG Releases its usbLink CN

Link Up! Softing AG Releases its usbLink CN

Softing Industrial’s usbLink CN is a USB to ControlNet interface that replaces the Allen-Bradley 1784-U2CN, supporting easy setup and connections using RSLinx and RSNetWorx.


News Dec 29, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Control.com Wrapped: The Top Content Picks of 2024

Control.com Wrapped: The Top Content Picks of 2024

Take a look back at the fav picks from our editorial team over the past year. Plus, check to see if you were keeping up with the trends: our top-viewed news and tech articles from 2024!


News Dec 28, 2024 by David Peterson
Robot Balance Is on a Roll: Meet BallBot, the Ball-Balancing Robot

Robot Balance Is on a Roll: Meet BallBot, the Ball-Balancing Robot

BallBot demonstrates the latest research in robot balancing abilities. A robot that moves by balancing on top of a ball can provide new motion solutions, opening up applications across industries.


News Dec 27, 2024 by Seth Price
Autonics Redevelops APC Series of 10.1-Inch Touchscreen Panel PCs

Autonics Redevelops APC Series of 10.1-Inch Touchscreen Panel PCs

Autonics has upgraded its existing portfolio of industrial PCs with the redevelopment of the APC series. The APC panel PC features a 10.1-inch touchscreen and a quad-core CPU for fast processing.


News Dec 27, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Kollmorgen To Develop AGV for Safety and Sustainability in Battery Industry

Kollmorgen To Develop AGV for Safety and Sustainability in Battery Industry

Kollmorgen has partnered with DREV to develop an automated guided vehicle (AGV) that will enhance worker safety and precious material recovery in battery production and recycling.


News Dec 26, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
New u-Control PACs From Weidmuller Speed Industrial Automation

New u-Control PACs From Weidmuller Speed Industrial Automation

Weidmuller releases two new PACs in the u-Control series, capable of running widely used automation software and communicating to enterprise-level servers.


News Dec 25, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
The Latest Partnerships in Automated Agricultural Operations

The Latest Partnerships in Automated Agricultural Operations

Burro, Adept Ag, and Bird Bros seek to evolve the nature of farming operations to help boost productivity and conserve energy and resources.


News Dec 24, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
New Axial Flux Motor and Gearbox From WEG

New Axial Flux Motor and Gearbox From WEG

WEG adds an axial flux motor to its extensive portfolio of electric motors and a new gearbox that uses both bevel and worm gears to produce high torque in a small package.


News Dec 23, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
SMC’s New Lever Valve Sees Increased Flow Rate in a Compact Design

SMC’s New Lever Valve Sees Increased Flow Rate in a Compact Design

The latest VHL210D lever hand valve series features a lighter weight, smaller footprint, and a greater flow rate than SMC’s earlier valve models.


News Dec 23, 2024 by Seth Price
Leuze Introduces the ROD 300/500 Laser Scanners for Precise Detection

Leuze Introduces the ROD 300/500 Laser Scanners for Precise Detection

The new ROD 300 and ROD 500 laser scanner series brings precision to manufacturing and logistics processes, including object detection, contour measurement, and AGV navigation.


News Dec 22, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Orbex Advances Mobile Robotics With Optimized Compact Wheel Drives

Orbex Advances Mobile Robotics With Optimized Compact Wheel Drives

Orbex Group has introduced its latest mobility-enhancing technology for autonomous mobile robots and automated guided vehicles in industrial environments: compact wheel drives.


News Dec 21, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Autonics Releases UTR Series of Cylindrical Ultrasonic Sensors

Autonics Releases UTR Series of Cylindrical Ultrasonic Sensors

The new ultrasonic sensors feature a long sensing distance, a customizable detection width, and a durable IP-rated design, making them suitable for detection applications across industries.


News Dec 20, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Antaira Launches a Managed Ethernet Switch for Industrial Networks

Antaira Launches a Managed Ethernet Switch for Industrial Networks

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including ring redundancy, PoE+ capability, Gigabit speeds, and fiber connection technology.


News Dec 19, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Less is More: ABB’s Baldor-Reliance Food Safe Motors Get an Upgrade

Less is More: ABB’s Baldor-Reliance Food Safe Motors Get an Upgrade

ABB introduces a new three-lead design to simplify the installation, maintenance, and setup of its Baldor-Reliance stainless steel motors.


News Dec 19, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell