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Oriental Motor Releases Five New Multi-Axis EtherCAT Drivers

Oriental Motor Releases Five New Multi-Axis EtherCAT Drivers

The expanded CVD Series adds two- and four-axis EtherCAT-compatible stepper motor drivers, giving system designers greater flexibility for multi-axis motion control.


News Oct 31, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
FANUC and ABB Expand Robotics Training for the Future Workforce

FANUC and ABB Expand Robotics Training for the Future Workforce

As manufacturers face growing automation skills needs, FANUC expands training capacity in Michigan and ABB develops a robotics and physical AI certificate program.


News Oct 30, 2026 by Seth Price
Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

The CompactLogix 5390 from Rockwell Automation supports up to 128 motion axes, 32 local PointMax I/O modules, and expanded industrial network connectivity.


News Oct 29, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Robotics introduces AI Robot Trainer for its OmniCore EyeMotion platform, alongside the new IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID industrial robots engineered for precision manufacturing.


News Oct 24, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

The ClearPath NEMA 17 Integrated EtherCAT servo motors feature a compact, all-in-one motor, drive, and encoder design offering high-speed synchronized motion.


News Oct 22, 2026 by Seth Price
ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

The latest ABB Remote Condition Monitoring uses Genix Copilot AI to interpret analyzer health reports, suggest possible causes, and guide maintenance next steps.


News Oct 21, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
New LM3S Electric Cylinders Give SEW-Eurodrive More Linear Force

New LM3S Electric Cylinders Give SEW-Eurodrive More Linear Force

The third-generation LM3S from SEW-Eurodrive adds up to 26 kN of force, strokes to 1,200 mm, flexible motor integration, and reduced routine maintenance.


News Oct 10, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Epson Introduces Six-Axis Robot Built for Safe, Intuitive Human Interaction

Epson Introduces Six-Axis Robot Built for Safe, Intuitive Human Interaction

The Epson AX6 offers compact six-axis automation with no-code or Python programming and integrated safety features for collaborative applications.


News Oct 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Cognex Unveils Vision Systems for Logistics and Semiconductors

Cognex Unveils Vision Systems for Logistics and Semiconductors

New Cognex vision systems help logistics operators scan bottom-side barcodes and semiconductor makers improve wafer and panel traceability and throughput.


News Oct 08, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Pilz Unveils IO-Link Safety Light Curtain and Multi-Function Radar

Pilz Unveils IO-Link Safety Light Curtain and Multi-Function Radar

The PSENopt II Advanced light curtains feature OSSD and IO-Link Safety operating modes, while the PSENradar live combines presence detection, counting, and tracking in a single sensor.


News Oct 07, 2026 by Seth Price
Banner Engineering Introduces Machine-Mountable RSr Safety Relay

Banner Engineering Introduces Machine-Mountable RSr Safety Relay

Banner Engineering’s RSr remote safety relay offers high-current safety switching for machines. It features IP65/IP67 protection, an 8 A output, and requires no programming.


News Oct 04, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): ABB Releases e-Device Robot Interface

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): ABB Releases e-Device Robot Interface

With e-Device, users can now operate and program ABB OmniCore-powered industrial robots using their own computers or tablets.


News Oct 02, 2026 by Seth Price
The Conveyor | September 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | September 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

We’re back, and we’re excited to share all kinds of product news from September 2026. See what you may have missed from all of your favorite control, automation, and robotics brands!


News Sep 30, 2026 by David Peterson
SMC Expands CQE Compact Cylinder Series with Higher Output Design

SMC Expands CQE Compact Cylinder Series with Higher Output Design

New CQE compact cylinders from SMC deliver up to 1.5 times the theoretical output of CQ2 models, with new sizes, strokes, and configuration options.


News Sep 26, 2026 by Austin Futrell
AI-Powered Imaging: Keyence Introduces IV4-H Series Vision Sensor

AI-Powered Imaging: Keyence Introduces IV4-H Series Vision Sensor

The new IV4-H vision sensor features built-in AI technology to simplify parameter setup, eliminate background noise, and deliver reliable detection.


News Sep 25, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
SICK SEC200 Camera Brings Flexible Code Reading to the Factory Floor

SICK SEC200 Camera Brings Flexible Code Reading to the Factory Floor

Designed for industrial code reading, the SICK SEC200 handles 1D and 2D codes in challenging conditions and adds Ethernet, USB, and CRA-compliant cybersecurity.


News Sep 24, 2026 by Seth Price
Weidmuller Launches DURAmax DC UPS for 24V Power Backup Systems

Weidmuller Launches DURAmax DC UPS for 24V Power Backup Systems

Designed for tight control cabinets, the DURAmax DC UPS combines 24V backup power with USB-C configuration, status monitoring, and battery management.


News Sep 23, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
The Omron M1 Inverter: Scalable AC Motor Control With Integrated Safety

The Omron M1 Inverter: Scalable AC Motor Control With Integrated Safety

Omron Automation’s M1 Inverter family targets general AC motor control applications, providing a flexible VFD solution with support for integrated safety and industrial protocols.


News Sep 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Universal Robots Launches Generation 7 of Groundbreaking Robot Family

Universal Robots Launches Generation 7 of Groundbreaking Robot Family

At IMTS 2026, Universal Robots unveiled Gen 7 robots with new software, controller, teach pendant, and tool-flange features for flexible automation applications.


News Sep 18, 2026 by David Peterson
SMC Expands EX600 With Wireless I/O and New PROFIsafe Support

SMC Expands EX600 With Wireless I/O and New PROFIsafe Support

New wireless I/O and PROFIsafe capabilities expand SMC’s EX600, enabling flexible connections for robot tooling while reducing field wiring and complexity.


News Sep 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich