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Automation and Digital Technologies Transform the Food and Beverage Industry

Automation and Digital Technologies Transform the Food and Beverage Industry

Automation and digital technologies in the food and beverage industry provide manufacturers with greater operational efficiency, improved worker safety, and higher quality goods for end-consumers. 


News Jul 13, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Mitsubishi Electric to Establish New Factories in Japan and India

Mitsubishi Electric to Establish New Factories in Japan and India

Mitsubishi Electric is growing its operations, with plans to expand in Japan and India. The new factories are expected to meet growing market demands and implement digital solutions with a focus on sustainability.


News Jul 12, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Bosch Rexroth Releases its New Plug-and-Produce Smart Function Kit for Dispensing

Bosch Rexroth Releases its New Plug-and-Produce Smart Function Kit for Dispensing

Bosch Rexroth's new universal Smart Function Kit for Dispensing helps customers execute dispensing tasks faster than previously possible with their complete and deployment-ready linear robots. 


News Jul 11, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Beckhoff Releases its New Modular Industrial Robot System

Beckhoff Releases its New Modular Industrial Robot System

Beckhoff showcases its latest modular industrial robot system at Automatica 2022, the ATRO, which features added link modules of different designs and dimensions, giving users the flexibility to meet their automation needs.


News Jul 10, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Accessible Automation: ABB’s OmniVance Machining Cell and Software

Accessible Automation: ABB’s OmniVance Machining Cell and Software

ABB’s new OmniVance Machining Cell and Machining Software drastically reduce setup and reconfiguration time through auto calibration and path tuning advances, making automation more intuitive than ever. 


News Jul 08, 2022 by Seth Price
No-code Robotics: Programming Made Easy

No-code Robotics: Programming Made Easy

Many companies including Yaskawa, Fanuc, and Control Techniques provide operation and monitoring of industrial equipment through no-code technologies and improved graphical user interfaces.


News Jul 07, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Control Automation Launches PLC Tutorial Video Series

Control Automation Launches PLC Tutorial Video Series

Watch our 'Introduction to PLCs' series by our very own Control Automation engineering staff. Join us for the YouTube premier LIVE event on Wednesday, July 6th with a Q&A from the video author and engineer.


News Jul 05, 2022 by David Peterson
Universal Robots Introduces 20 kg Redefined Cobot 

Universal Robots Introduces 20 kg Redefined Cobot 

Universal Robots releases their largest cobot, the UR20, capable of handling up to 20 kg of payload. The UR20 is not only bigger than previous UR cobots but has a faster cycle time and greater motion capabilities. 


News Jul 04, 2022 by Seth Price
Balluff Introduces I/O Module with the Protection of CIP Safety 

Balluff Introduces I/O Module with the Protection of CIP Safety 

The newly-announced CIP Safety I/O Module from Balluff supports CIP Safety specifications over an Ethernet network, providing a platform for safety device distribution directly on the machine center.


News Jul 03, 2022 by David Peterson
Additive Automation: 3D Printing Robots

Additive Automation: 3D Printing Robots

Achieving precision in 3D printing with industrial robots has been difficult with typical programming software. 3D CAD/CAM software opens up the possibilities of industrial robot additive processes. 


News Jul 01, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Introduces New Motor Solutions at EASA Convention

ABB Introduces New Motor Solutions at EASA Convention

ABB showcased its latest innovative motor solutions at the EASA Convention in Saint Louis, Missouri on June 26-28. The motors are designed to operate in harsh industrial environments, with different options available to fit customers' changing needs. 


News Jun 30, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
KUKA Creates a Stir at Automate 2022 with its Latest Technologies

KUKA Creates a Stir at Automate 2022 with its Latest Technologies

KUKA introduces its latest technology and software advancements at the Automate 2022 show, including robotic friction stir welding and 3D bin picking solutions.


News Jun 28, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
FANUC Displays New DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS Delta Robot at Automate 2022

FANUC Displays New DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS Delta Robot at Automate 2022

FANUC, a world leader in robotics and CNCs, demoed its robotic models at this year's Automate show in Detroit, including its lineup of cobots, welding robots, heavy payload robots, and vision systems.


News Jun 27, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Robotiq Introduces New Machine Tending Solution

Robotiq Introduces New Machine Tending Solution

Robotiq aims to help small businesses enter the world of industrial robotics by offering their latest Machine Tending Solution to add to existing CNC machines, allowing for around-the-clock operation.


News Jun 24, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Recap: Control Automation Day 2022

Recap: Control Automation Day 2022

Control Automation Day 2022 is now in the rear-view mirror; thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!


News Jun 22, 2022 by Caitlin Nicholson
A How-to Guide to Control Automation Day 2022

A How-to Guide to Control Automation Day 2022

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2022—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!


News Jun 20, 2022 by David Peterson
Schaffner Introduces EMC Filter Series for Data Centers and Robotics

Schaffner Introduces EMC Filter Series for Data Centers and Robotics

Schaffner introduces its newest electromagnetic compatibility filters for data centers and robotic-automation sectors, allowing for different connection options and saving on space with a 1U rack-mount design.


News Jun 17, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Doosan Releases Innovative Line of Closer-to-consumer Collaborative Robots

Doosan Releases Innovative Line of Closer-to-consumer Collaborative Robots

Doosan Robotics, a leader in industrial and collaborative robotics, recently expanded to the Americas, showcasing new robots at Automate 2022 and demonstrating innovative interactions between humans and industrial machines.


News Jun 16, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Universal Robots Demos New Cobot Solutions at Automate 2022

Universal Robots Demos New Cobot Solutions at Automate 2022

UR, one of the leaders in cobot technology, displayed a variety of machine tending and tool-holding applications at the recent trade show, as well as one unique, eye-catching concept cobot.


News Jun 15, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Yaskawa Showcases Latest Technologies at Automate 2022

Yaskawa Showcases Latest Technologies at Automate 2022

Yaskawa Motoman unveils its HC Series collaborative welding bots, Smart Pattern extension, and Smart Pendant software version 2.1 at the Automate 2022 show.


News Jun 14, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida