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IDEC Expands Timer Relay Product Line With Slim Multifunctional Options

IDEC Expands Timer Relay Product Line With Slim Multifunctional Options

The two new GT8A electronic timer relays feature a compact 17.5 mm-wide design, 10 timing functions, universal AC/DC input support, and DIN rail mounting for industrial control applications.


News May 19, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

The new NTW series wireless I/O modules include secure, dual-band Wi-Fi, making it easier to monitor and control systems remotely when running cables is not an option.


News May 08, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
A Quadruped Robot That Sees, Decides, and Adapts in Real Time

A Quadruped Robot That Sees, Decides, and Adapts in Real Time

KAIST researchers have developed a control technology that enables quadruped robots to see terrain, make decisions, and adapt movement in real time, improving performance in complex environments.


News May 06, 2026 by Austin Futrell
ABB Enhances Device Maintenance With Updated Digital Solution

ABB Enhances Device Maintenance With Updated Digital Solution

My Measurement Assistant+ now features GenAI-powered Copilot support, predictive maintenance features, and QR code functionality to streamline measurement device maintenance and reduce downtime.


News May 06, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

The DTECT family bundles the company's optical sensors under a product naming convention that groups them by color, distance, presence, and 3D object detection.


News May 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

The PoWa robots combine high-speed motion and power with user-friendly programming and plug-and-play tooling, targeting a variety of manufacturing processes, including machine tending and welding.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Seth Price
Gefran Introduces Safety-Certified Draw Wire Sensors for Mobile Machinery

Gefran Introduces Safety-Certified Draw Wire Sensors for Mobile Machinery

The SIL2 / PLd-certified versions of the GSH series draw wire sensors offer linear and angular position monitoring for safety-critical mobile machine applications.


News Apr 23, 2026 by Seth Price
Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

The new safety I/O module, the BWU4277, replaces complexity with flexibility. The device features up to 14 safe inputs and two safe outputs, targeting a wide range of safety applications.


News Apr 19, 2026 by Seth Price
Under Pressure? AutomationDirect Rolls Out Two Pressure Switch Series

Under Pressure? AutomationDirect Rolls Out Two Pressure Switch Series

The new AchieVe LPPS and S18-1C mechanical pressure switches deliver reliable pressure sensing in demanding industrial environments, supporting pressure ranges from 2 to 3,000 psig.


News Apr 18, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

The new Connector App enables operators to connect and control Kassow’s robots in real time, all from a single ctrlX OS device, without PLC programming.


News Apr 15, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Latest Software Updates Aim To Improve Industrial Workflows

Beijer Electronics, Visual Components, and Fluke Corporation have released enhanced HMI software, faster factory simulation tools, and accelerated AI-powered maintenance work.


News Apr 11, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Cylinder and Gripper Monitoring: Festo Unveils Position Transmitter

Cylinder and Gripper Monitoring: Festo Unveils Position Transmitter

The SDAC-MHS C-slot programmable position transmitter provides continuous position feedback of grippers and actuators, delivering analog, digital, and IO-Link outputs in a single, compact package.


News Apr 10, 2026 by Seth Price
Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent magnet, and synchronous reluctance motor operation up to 40 HP.


News Apr 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Fluke and Washington State University (WSU) Align Education With Industry

Fluke and Washington State University (WSU) Align Education With Industry

The continued Fluke-WSU partnership includes a donation of professional-grade equipment across five WSU campuses and the establishment of the Fluke Engineering Lab at WSU Everett.


News Apr 04, 2026 by Seth Price
ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB has released a new version of its Symphony Plus DCS, integrated NVIDIA Omniverse libraries into RobotStudio, and announced plans to scale manufacturing and R&D across India.


News Mar 28, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

The Stride Pro Unmanaged+ industrial Ethernet switches build on the company’s basic unmanaged switches, offering enhanced networking features, including IGMP snooping and port mirroring.


News Mar 27, 2026 by Seth Price
Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Physical AI is a recurring theme in today’s industrial automation. Control.com recently met with Vention’s CEO to gain insights about the company’s newest offering, Rapid Operator AI.


News Mar 26, 2026 by David Peterson
Pluggable Terminal Blocks Feature Spring Clamp and Plug Technology

Pluggable Terminal Blocks Feature Spring Clamp and Plug Technology

Altech Corporation's new line of pluggable terminal blocks combines secure wire connections with quick, tool-free installation.


News Mar 10, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Nord Introduces Digital Twin and Virtual Commissioning Technology

Nord Introduces Digital Twin and Virtual Commissioning Technology

In partnership with Machineering, Nord Drivesystems has expanded the functionality of its online configuration tool to allow customers to download digital twins for simulation and virtual commissioning.


News Mar 05, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Cubical Ultrasonic Sensor Series With IO-Link

Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Cubical Ultrasonic Sensor Series With IO-Link

Labeled a “true all-rounder,” the new UB*-F42 series delivers ultrasonic detection in a compact, robust package, targeting various applications in intralogistics, production, and material handling.


News Mar 04, 2026 by Seth Price