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ABB OmniVance Automates Surface Finishing With Cobots

ABB OmniVance Automates Surface Finishing With Cobots

Designed for safer, more consistent finishing, ABB OmniVance automates sanding and polishing operations for manufacturers of all sizes.


News May 12, 2026 by Seth Price
OTTO Expands VDA 5050 Support for Mixed Fleet Control

OTTO Expands VDA 5050 Support for Mixed Fleet Control

The company announced that its AMR lineup, including the OTTO 100, 600, 1200, and 1500, is now certified with several VDA 5050-compliant intralogistics software providers. Those include Idealworks, NAiSE, and SYNAOS.


News May 05, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Siemens IADC Bridges IT/OT Divide With AI at the Edge

Siemens IADC Bridges IT/OT Divide With AI at the Edge

Industrial Automation DataCenter (IADC) is Siemens’ hyperconverged IT/OT platform delivering AI at the edge, stronger security, and resilient operations.


News Apr 29, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Renishaw Expands Motion Insight With Multi-DoF Encoders

Renishaw Expands Motion Insight With Multi-DoF Encoders

Multi-axis measurement and absolute encoding help Renishaw’s RXMA30 deliver precise, real-time motion insight.


News Apr 16, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Gotta Keep Rollin: Control.com to Visit MODEX 2026

Gotta Keep Rollin: Control.com to Visit MODEX 2026

MODEX 2026 in Atlanta will showcase robotics, motion control, and logistics technologies shaping modern supply chains.


News Apr 08, 2026 by David Peterson
Universal Robots Debuts AI Trainer with Real-World Feedback

Universal Robots Debuts AI Trainer with Real-World Feedback

With force-aware learning, UR AI Trainer enables robots to train using real-world data, improving automation performance.


News Apr 02, 2026 by Seth Price
LogiMAT 2026 Preview Highlights Intralogistics Automation Tech

LogiMAT 2026 Preview Highlights Intralogistics Automation Tech

KUKA, Leuze, and Dunkermotoren preview new robotics, sensor, and drive technologies ahead of their intralogistics demonstrations at LogiMAT 2026.


News Mar 14, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Intrinsic and Google Partner to Advance Physical AI Robotics

Intrinsic and Google Partner to Advance Physical AI Robotics

Google and Intrinsic are combining AI and robotics expertise to accelerate development of physical AI systems for industrial automation.


News Mar 11, 2026 by Seth Price
“KR TITAN ultra Go!” KUKA Expands Heavy-Duty Robot Portfolio

“KR TITAN ultra Go!” KUKA Expands Heavy-Duty Robot Portfolio

KUKA has added two new models to its KR TITAN ultra robot portfolio, expanding the possibilities for heavy-duty automation in automotive, battery, and logistics applications.


News Mar 05, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Gripping News: Robotiq Adds the Sense of Touch

Gripping News: Robotiq Adds the Sense of Touch

Robotiq introduces the TSF-85 tactile finger kit, adding pressure and vibration sensing to improve robotic grip consistency and pick reliability.


News Mar 02, 2026 by David Peterson
Emerson Expands Aspen Mtell APM with AI Reliability Tools

Emerson Expands Aspen Mtell APM with AI Reliability Tools

The new Aspen Mtell release offers faster scalability, improved alert resolution, and better integration to support enterprise reliability and predictive maintenance.


News Feb 27, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Autonics Unveils Closed-Loop Stepper System for Precise Position Control

Autonics Unveils Closed-Loop Stepper System for Precise Position Control

The AiC-MT series combines the precise positioning of a servo system with the high-holding torque of a stepper motor. The system can control up to 254 axes with Modbus TCP.


News Feb 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
CES 2026 Highlights AI Robots, Sensors, and Key Collaborations

CES 2026 Highlights AI Robots, Sensors, and Key Collaborations

From humanoid robot strategies to next-generation touch sensors, CES 2026 highlighted major advances in automation and robotics.


News Jan 10, 2026 by Seth Price
Neugart Broadens Drive Portfolio With Software and Motion Systems

Neugart Broadens Drive Portfolio With Software and Motion Systems

New software, pro-series precision gearboxes, and integrated linear motion solutions highlight Neugart’s push toward more dynamic, efficient drive systems.


News Jan 06, 2026 by Austin Futrell
New OPC UA Spatial Standard Pushes Automation Toward Physical AI

New OPC UA Spatial Standard Pushes Automation Toward Physical AI

By standardizing location and identification data, OPC UA is giving industrial automation systems a shared spatial framework.


News Dec 18, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner’s HF RFID System Enhances Industrial Tracking and Control

Banner’s HF RFID System Enhances Industrial Tracking and Control

Discover how Banner’s HF RFID solutions enhance matching, tracking, and data accuracy in automation environments where barcodes and manual checks fall short.


News Nov 25, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Turning a New Page: AI Robots Help Libraries Rewrite Workflow

Techman’s AI mobile robot automates book retrieval in Taiwan’s libraries, boosting accuracy, reducing repetitive tasks, and enhancing customer service.


News Nov 18, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Safe2Link System Enhances Mobile Robot Safety and Control

Safe2Link System Enhances Mobile Robot Safety and Control

The Anybus Safe2Link from HMS Networks centralizes safety control for mobile robots, offering TÜV-certified SIL 3 and PLe/Cat. 4 protection.


News Nov 04, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

A new 3D scanning robot from Elite Robots streamlines industrial inspections, improving accuracy and reducing manual labor in manufacturing.


News Oct 29, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

Power in Unity: Baldor-Reliance and ABB Reignite Their Spark

A new brand structure brings ABB and Baldor-Reliance together, simplifying product lines while honoring both companies’ manufacturing heritage.


News Oct 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell