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High-Powered Vision Controller At The Edge Of Production

High-Powered Vision Controller At The Edge Of Production

In-Sight 6900 from Cognex combines NVIDIA Jetson AI computing with industrial vision control for high-speed inspections at the factory edge.


News May 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Google Invests $10M in AI Manufacturing Workforce Skills

Google Invests $10M in AI Manufacturing Workforce Skills

Manufacturing Institute received $10 million from Google.org to train workers in AI fundamentals, advanced manufacturing, and future factory operations.


News May 12, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
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
NVIDIA Ecosystem Accelerates Real-World Physical AI Deployment

NVIDIA Ecosystem Accelerates Real-World Physical AI Deployment

From simulation to deployment, NVIDIA’s ecosystem is reshaping robotics with AI, data, and real-time control.


News Apr 06, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Flexiv Secures Investment to Advance Adaptive Robotics

Flexiv Secures Investment to Advance Adaptive Robotics

New funding will help Flexiv advance force-guided robotics and scale its collaborative robot solutions worldwide.


News Apr 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
iTP Series Brings High-Performance, Networked HMI Control

iTP Series Brings High-Performance, Networked HMI Control

Autonics iTP Series HMIs combine quad-core processing, flexible connectivity, and real-time data integration for modern industrial systems.


News Mar 25, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Patlite Expands LR5 Signal Tower Lineup With New LAN Model

Patlite Expands LR5 Signal Tower Lineup With New LAN Model

LR5-LAN Φ50 signal tower adds direct HTTP, Modbus/TCP, and EtherNet/IP control, eliminating I/O boards in connected factory systems.


News Mar 07, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson Advances Software-Defined Automation with DeltaV Version 16.LTS

Emerson Advances Software-Defined Automation with DeltaV Version 16.LTS

DeltaV 16.LTS advances Emerson’s automation platform with modular control, improved connectivity, and secure enterprise-level data access.


News Feb 10, 2026 by Austin Futrell
All Auger-ee, DeWalt isn’t Screwing Around with Concrete Working Robot

All Auger-ee, DeWalt isn’t Screwing Around with Concrete Working Robot

Built with August Robotics, DeWalt’s autonomous drilling robot streamlines concrete layout and drilling using CAD-based positioning.


News Feb 05, 2026 by David Peterson
Siemens Unveils Digital Twin Composer for the Industrial Metaverse

Siemens Unveils Digital Twin Composer for the Industrial Metaverse

Introduced at CES 2026, Siemens’ Digital Twin Composer connects digital twins, operations data, and industrial AI.


News Jan 20, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Altech Expands GEOS Electrical Enclosures for Harsh Environments

Altech Expands GEOS Electrical Enclosures for Harsh Environments

Designed for outdoor use, the GEOS electrical enclosure combines IP67 protection with flexible mounting and ventilation options.


News Jan 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Intesis 700 Air Gateways Add Mitsubishi Controller Support

Intesis 700 Air Gateways Add Mitsubishi Controller Support

New compatibility lets Intesis 700 Series gateways expose Mitsubishi HVAC data to BMS platforms without middleware.


News Jan 16, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Rockwell Expands U.S. Manufacturing With OTTO AMRs and New Plant

Rockwell Expands U.S. Manufacturing With OTTO AMRs and New Plant

A look at Rockwell’s OTTO AMR rollout and its plans for a scalable, next-generation U.S. manufacturing facility.


News Dec 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
The Conveyor | November 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | November 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.


News Dec 12, 2025 by David Peterson
Pneumatically Actuated Exoskeleton Aims To Reduce Workplace Injuries

Pneumatically Actuated Exoskeleton Aims To Reduce Workplace Injuries

Researchers from the University of Texas at Arlington have created the Pneumatically Actuated Soft Elbow Exoskeleton (PASE), reducing muscle usage by 22% during lifting activities.


News Nov 14, 2025 by Seth Price
Compact Yet Capable: The UR18 Robot Steps Up Industrial Tasks

Compact Yet Capable: The UR18 Robot Steps Up Industrial Tasks

The UR18 robot delivers 18 kg payloads with a compact design, smart motion control, and enhanced safety for high-speed industrial automation.


News Oct 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Go With the Flow: Yaskawa’s iQpump605 Pumps Up Efficiency

Go With the Flow: Yaskawa’s iQpump605 Pumps Up Efficiency

The iQpump605 combines smart controls, flexible enclosures, and mobile connectivity to simplify setup and boost efficiency across pump systems.


News Oct 10, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
SICK Launches Rugged Visionary AI-Assist Safety Sensor

SICK Launches Rugged Visionary AI-Assist Safety Sensor

The Visionary AI-Assist by SICK combines rugged 3D imaging, AI analytics, and CAN integration to prevent collisions in extreme conditions.


News Oct 09, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Google DeepMind’s RoboBallet Cuts Robot Planning Time

Google DeepMind’s RoboBallet Cuts Robot Planning Time

RoboBallet from Google DeepMind and Intrinsic uses AI to generate collision-free robot motion plans in seconds, replacing weeks of manual coding.


News Sep 17, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Now, in addition to wireless sensors, two volt-free contacts can be connected to Pepperl+Fuchs’ LoRaWAN wireless sensor node, enhancing long-range data transmission possibilities in existing control systems.


News Sep 16, 2025 by Seth Price