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

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.


News Oct 29, 2023 by David Peterson
Fiix by Rockwell Automation Upgrades Predictive Maintenance Software

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.


News Oct 27, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Pepperl+Fuchs Debuts New IO-Link Smart Valve Connector

Pepperl+Fuchs Debuts New IO-Link Smart Valve Connector

With a new drop-in replacement valve connector, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a way for engineers to extract data from brownfield pneumatic and hydraulic valves to prevent downtime.


News Oct 24, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Temperature Monitoring in a Compact Sensor: Banner Has the Solution

Temperature Monitoring in a Compact Sensor: Banner Has the Solution

Banner Engineering has unveiled a new dual thermistor to temp output converter, providing two separate temperature differential readings on one Modbus communication address channel.


News Oct 23, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Beckhoff Unveils Next-Gen C6040 IPC: Optimizing AI, Motion, and HMI

Beckhoff Unveils Next-Gen C6040 IPC: Optimizing AI, Motion, and HMI

Beckhoff has added the C6040-0090 line of IPC controllers, featuring the next generation of Intel multi-core processors to upgrade motion, vision, AI, and SCADA applications.


News Oct 20, 2023 by Seth Price
Thank You MARM: GMV Confirms Successful Testing of ESA’s MIRROR Robot

Thank You MARM: GMV Confirms Successful Testing of ESA’s MIRROR Robot

Moving one step closer to automated infrastructure assembly in space, GMV’s three-armed robot successfully completes European Space Agency validation testing.


News Oct 18, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Yokogawa Expands OpreX To Include Digital P&ID Interpretation

Yokogawa Expands OpreX To Include Digital P&ID Interpretation

In an effort to boost automation efficiency across large systems, Yokogawa's OpreX Data Model Broker can now translate P&ID documents into parts lists and XML.


News Oct 16, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Baumer Introduces a High-Resolution 2D Linear Profilometer

Baumer Introduces a High-Resolution 2D Linear Profilometer

Offering fine resolution for better quality control on linear profiles, Baumer’s new OXM200 sensor line is available in 10 flexible models.


News Oct 14, 2023 by Seth Price
GE Vernova’s CERius Software Designed to Help Industry Gather Accurate Emissions Data and Streamline Compliance

GE Vernova’s CERius Software Designed to Help Industry Gather Accurate Emissions Data and Streamline Compliance

GE and CERius aim to help manufacturers and power generators reduce greenhouse gas emissions.


News Oct 06, 2023 by Seth Price
Toyota Reveals Diffusion Policy Best Way to Teach Today’s Robots Tomorrow’s Tricks

Toyota Reveals Diffusion Policy Best Way to Teach Today’s Robots Tomorrow’s Tricks

New, generative AI-based approach set to revolutionize robotic programming.


News Sep 26, 2023 by Steve Kuehn
Opto22 Updates Groov Rio With New 3.5 Firmware

Opto22 Updates Groov Rio With New 3.5 Firmware

Opto 22's Groov Rio now includes a CODESYS runtime engine for a better degree of edge-of-network application control.


News Sep 20, 2023 by Michael Levanduski
Festo Releases Low-Cost Pneumatic Service Units

Festo Releases Low-Cost Pneumatic Service Units

The MS-Basic is Festo's low-cost compatible cousin to its high-end MS series.


News Sep 18, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Pack Accordingly: Pack Expo Returns to Las Vegas on Sept. 11-13

Pack Accordingly: Pack Expo Returns to Las Vegas on Sept. 11-13

With all eyes on innovation, Control.com will be in attendance, ready to learn about the latest products and solutions from the industry’s top experts and industry minds.


News Sep 04, 2023 by Steve Kuehn
Dold Develops SSR for Precise Control of Variable AC Loads

Dold Develops SSR for Precise Control of Variable AC Loads

Dold now offers a solid state relay (SSR) capable of burst firing mode for controlling electric heaters and infrared lamps.


News Aug 29, 2023 by Seth Price
Teledyne FLIR’s Lepton 3.1 R Thermal Camera Module Ideal for Integrators

Teledyne FLIR’s Lepton 3.1 R Thermal Camera Module Ideal for Integrators

The size of a dime, Teledyne FLIR introduces a versatile new infrared thermal camera with one of the widest fields of view on the market.


News Aug 26, 2023 by Seth Price
Littelfuse Introduces The World’s Smallest Reed Switch

Littelfuse Introduces The World’s Smallest Reed Switch

Sensing that size does matter to automating engineers, Littelfuse introduces the world's smallest reed switch sensor.


News Aug 23, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Schneider Electric Launches Managed Security Services

Schneider Electric Launches Managed Security Services

Schneider Electric offers its Managed Security Services (MSS) geared towards shoring up industrial data security and readiness.


News Aug 22, 2023 by Seth Price
WAGO Debuts New Protocols for Its CC-100 PLC

WAGO Debuts New Protocols for Its CC-100 PLC

WAGO recently added new features to its compact CC-100, offering users a versatile PLC with a wider range of protocols.


News Aug 21, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
SMC Releases New Direct Operated 2-Port Solenoid Valve

SMC Releases New Direct Operated 2-Port Solenoid Valve

SMC has engineered a new lineup of stainless steel 2-port solenoid valves for use in potable, drinking water applications.


News Aug 17, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
PATLITE Debuts New USB-Controlled Signal Beacon

PATLITE Debuts New USB-Controlled Signal Beacon

Signal beacons are an important part of most automated manufacturing processes. Recently PATLITE developed a new line of sensors with several mounting options and USB programming capabilities.


News Aug 15, 2023 by Damond Goodwin