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Banner Engineering Rolls Out Latest Industrial Automation Solutions

Banner Engineering Rolls Out Latest Industrial Automation Solutions

Banner Engineering has released a new I/O touch display and controller for bin picking, an M12 D-code to RJ45 bulkhead connector to bring Ethernet to cabinets, and a 77 GHz radar sensor for mobile applications.


News Aug 09, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Traco Power Adds 1000 W Series To Metal-Enclosed Power Supplies

Traco Power Adds 1000 W Series To Metal-Enclosed Power Supplies

Traco Power’s new TXN 1000 W series offers engineers a compact, high-efficiency AC/DC power supply with broad voltage support and thermal endurance.


News Aug 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
UBTech Walker S2 Swaps Batteries Autonomously

UBTech Walker S2 Swaps Batteries Autonomously

Walker S2 swaps its battery without human help, keeping humanoid robots charged, safe, and productive on the factory floor.


News Aug 06, 2025 by Seth Price
Compact KEB Brake Expands Options for Robotics

Compact KEB Brake Expands Options for Robotics

KEB’s size 04 permanent magnet brake delivers 3.5 Nm torque in a compact 28.6 mm package, ideal for robotics, medical, and servo systems.


News Aug 05, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Acromag Expands Ethernet Remote I/O With Multi-Protocol Controller

Acromag Expands Ethernet Remote I/O With Multi-Protocol Controller

Acromag's new NT2710 module enables the remote control of stepper motors with Modbus/TCP, Ethernet/IP, or PROFINET interface. The module aims to enhance IIoT integration and flexible I/O expansion.


News Aug 05, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner’s New PoE Tech Powers Legacy Gear and Modern Lights

Banner’s New PoE Tech Powers Legacy Gear and Modern Lights

Integrators can now power and control industrial lighting and legacy devices via Ethernet—thanks to Banner Engineering’s latest innovations.


News Aug 04, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Keyence UV Laser Delivers High Contrast Marking Without Damage

Keyence UV Laser Delivers High Contrast Marking Without Damage

Keyence’s MD-U series 3-axis laser marker enables precise, high-contrast engravings on a variety of hard-to-mark materials, thanks to ultraviolet.


News Aug 03, 2025 by Seth Price
HIWIN Welding Robots Deliver Precision and Ease of Use

HIWIN Welding Robots Deliver Precision and Ease of Use

HIWIN’s welding robot systems include hardware and software designed to bring high levels of precision, long-term durability, and simple setup and operation to industrial welding applications.


News Aug 01, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Fuji Electric, Pepperl+Fuchs, and Bosch Enhance HMI Hardware and Software

Fuji Electric, Pepperl+Fuchs, and Bosch Enhance HMI Hardware and Software

Fuji Electric has developed a new series of touchscreen monitors, Pepperl+Fuchs has released a new generation of firmware for its HMIs, and Bosch has launched a PLC-independent web-based HMI software.


News Jul 31, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
New Antaira Ethernet Switch Built for Extreme Conditions

New Antaira Ethernet Switch Built for Extreme Conditions

Built for tough industrial use, the LMP switch offers PoE+, dual power inputs, and secure management with TACACS+ and SSH.


News Jul 30, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the modern demands of energy efficiency, particularly in high-energy industries like cement and steel.


News Jul 29, 2025 by Seth Price
Weidmuller Deploys Next-Gen Power Supplies for Compact Power Distribution

Weidmuller Deploys Next-Gen Power Supplies for Compact Power Distribution

Weidmuller USA has released its second-generation PROeco power supplies. The updated series features a compact, durable, and high-efficiency design, built to meet the needs of various industrial applications. 


News Jul 28, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

From Dust to Data: Fraunhofer’s Safety Overhaul

Fraunhofer unveils DressMAN360° and OPTIMA PRO to monitor and improve worker conditions using sensors, surveys, and real-time environmental data.


News Jul 25, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Engineering’s K50R radar sensor, designed as an alternative to long-range ultrasonic sensors, is now available with IO‑Link for simplified setup and remote configuration.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

ABB Upgrades IRB 1200 With Faster Speed and 9 kg Payload

The upgraded IRB 1200 robot from ABB delivers 5% faster cycle times, 0.011 mm repeatability, and AI-assisted setup for small-part handling and accuracy tasks.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
SMC Releases Remote Control Valve Electric Speed Controller

SMC Releases Remote Control Valve Electric Speed Controller

SMC has released a speed controller that can be operated remotely via electric signals. The new device aims to optimize and simplify flow control by serving as an alternative to manually operated speed controllers.


News Jul 22, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

ABB Rolls Out Plug-and-Play LV Titanium Variable Speed Motors

The newest motor platform from ABB combines a high-efficiency motor with a variable speed drive (VSD) for simplified installation.


News Jul 18, 2025 by Seth Price
Banner Adds IO-Link and Modbus to K50 Programmable Indicators and Buttons

Banner Adds IO-Link and Modbus to K50 Programmable Indicators and Buttons

Banner Engineering’s K50 programmable indicators and buttons now support IO-Link and Modbus, enabling faster communication, enhanced customization, and simplified setup across industrial applications.


News Jul 17, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Thomson Adds Built-In Sync to Electrak HD Actuators

Thomson Adds Built-In Sync to Electrak HD Actuators

Electrak HD’s built-in sync eliminates external controllers, enabling coordinated motion across multiple actuators with simplified setup and higher safety.


News Jul 17, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Dobot Levels Up Human-Robot Collaboration With Power and Precision

Dobot Levels Up Human-Robot Collaboration With Power and Precision

Dobot's new CR 30H, Nova 2s, and Dobot Atom robots feature high payloads, precision, and human-like dexterity, expanding the company's portfolio of smart, flexible automation.


News Jul 16, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell