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Emerson Takes Digital Transformation to Next Level With New Edge Solution

Emerson has expanded its DeltaV automation platform with the introduction of DeltaV Edge Environment. DeltaV Edge Environment is designed to make data more accessible for OT and IT applications.

2 days ago by Stephanie Leonida

Web-Based HMIs: Future Or Fad? HMI Project and KEB Say ‘It’s Here’

Partners HMI Project and KEB Automation have launched HELIO, a new web-based HMI application for creating interactive web pages that can control and monitor automated equipment.

3 days ago by Shawn Dietrich

Voxeljet Shows Off High-speed, Low-emission 3D Printing at BMW Group

In conjunction with Loramendi, Voxeljet demonstrates low-emission, high-speed 3D printing of sand cores at BMW Group's Landshut plant, enhancing engine component production.

4 days ago by Seth Price

Siemens and Microsoft Team Up to Excel Industry-wide Adoption of Generative AI

Siemens and Microsoft have launched their jointly developed "generative AI-powered assistant," Siemens Industrial Copilot, to help workers with PLC programming and machine troubleshooting.

November 23, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida

New Family of Fault-tolerant Computing Platforms Delivers Seven Nines Availability

Stratus has released its most fault-tolerant line of industrial computers yet, designed for maximum system availability.

November 15, 2023 by Seth Price

WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control solutions while providing advanced communication and programming features.

November 14, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo

Realtime Robotics Augments Workcells With Optimization-as-a-Service

Troubleshooting robotic motion paths is best done before the first collision event causes a downtime headache. Realtime Robotics has launched a new service to help designers well in advance of failures.

November 13, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich

History and High-Tech Merge in Boston at Rockwell’s Automation Fair

Automation Fair was held in Boston on Nov 6-9, showcasing Rockwell Automation’s industrial partnerships, new technology, and recent acquisitions in a stellar conference and expo show.

November 09, 2023 by David Peterson

IIoT Gateway From Softing Gathers Data From PROFIBUS Networks

Adding data collection to existing PROFIBUS networks doesn’t always require a complete network upgrade anymore, thanks to Softing and the new SmartLink IIoT gateway.

November 03, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich

Rockwell Automation Establishes New FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio

Rockwell Automation has recently released its new FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio, featuring five core solutions to help users customize for their specific data visualization needs.

October 31, 2023 by Damond Goodwin

SCADA Evolution: Next Open Automation (NOA) Platform From KEB

KEB Automation aims to make data collection and visualization easier with its new open automation platform, NOA, designed for machine builders and plant engineers.

October 30, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich

Top 10 Control Halloween Costumes for Engineers Who Can’t Keep Work at Work

Wondering how to scare your friends, family, and neighbors, but you can’t think of anything really scary? Oh yes you can. We’ve compiled the top 10 costume ideas - and the materials may be easier to find than you think.

October 29, 2023 by David Peterson

Siemens Announces SINEC: New Industrial Cybersecurity Testing Suite

As industrial manufacturers increasingly rely on connected plant networks, cybersecurity is a growing concern, Siemens has recently released SINEC, a new security suite aimed to help.

October 28, 2023 by Damond Goodwin

Fiix by Rockwell Automation Upgrades Predictive Maintenance Software

Rockwell Automation and Fiix released an AI-powered predictive maintenance solution suite, intended to upgrade the existing CMMS software portfolio and reduce commissioning time for failure prevention.

October 27, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich

Uniting Manufacturing and Technology: Looking Back at SOUTHTEC 2023

The SOUTHTEC show in Greenville, SC highlighted advancements in manufacturing technologies including design, CNC equipment, robotics, additive manufacturing, and quality services.

October 27, 2023 by David Peterson

Visualize Equipment Data in a SNAP! Banner’s New Asset Monitoring Gateway

Banner Engineering has released a monitoring gateway for the SNAP sensor product line, visualizing data across sensor networks attached to the equipment and assets, not the products being created.

October 26, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich

Think BIG! Phoenix Contact Expands STEM and STEELS-focused Program

Phoenix Contact assigns $565,000 in funds to enrich the school curriculum for students in Central Pennsylvania with hands-on, engineer-led STEM and STEELS education.

October 26, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida

Safety at Breathtaking Speeds: Epson’s New GX-B Series SCARA Robots

A new series of SCARA robots from Epson promises exciting new safety features that can make these high-speed devices work more closely alongside humans, removing barriers and increasing productivity.

October 24, 2023 by David Peterson

Precise Angles in Press Brake Operations: Wenglor’s New Angle Sensor

Sheet metal bending is a common manufacturing process, effective for thin metal parts. The new MLSL1xxS50 from Wenglor ensures accurate bends in sheet metal for many different applications.

October 23, 2023 by Damond Goodwin

Monitoring Machines in Real-time: Advancements From IMAGO, FLIR, and Schneider

The latest advancements in vision and sensing technology allow engineers to monitor for signs of failure more naturally. Several recent standouts include IMAGO, FLIR, and Schneider Electric.

October 22, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida