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SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

With its 3 kHz sampling, the OD200 ensures fast, accurate, and stable distance readings—even on difficult surfaces like carbon fiber and polished metal.


News Jul 19, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
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
Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller Launches Unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet Switch

Weidmuller USA is staying competitive by introducing an unmanaged Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) switch focused on improving data transmission in industrial networks.


News Jul 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

SMC releases enhanced valves, flow controllers, and air cylinders to improve automation reliability, simplify installation, and reduce maintenance needs.


News Jul 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
New Fanuc Roboguide V10 Brings VR to Robot Simulation and Planning

New Fanuc Roboguide V10 Brings VR to Robot Simulation and Planning

Fanuc launches Roboguide V10, introducing VR, enhanced CAD support, and a modern interface to redefine 3D robot simulation and offline programming.


News Jul 07, 2025 by Austin Futrell
B&R Releases a Smart Camera with Hybrid AI-Vision for Real-Time Processing

B&R Releases a Smart Camera with Hybrid AI-Vision for Real-Time Processing

Designed for high-speed automated environments, this smart camera offers on-the-fly model switching, advanced vision functions, and rapid decision-making.


News Jul 05, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.


News Jul 02, 2025 by Seth Price
New Littelfuse SSRs Improve Reliability in Industrial Control

New Littelfuse SSRs Improve Reliability in Industrial Control

Littelfuse’s new solid-state relays deliver reliable switching for heating, HVAC, and automation systems, reducing downtime and simplifying setup.


News Jun 30, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Yokogawa Updates DCS, Invests In Robotic Plant Monitoring

Yokogawa Updates DCS, Invests In Robotic Plant Monitoring

Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also partnered with Shell to develop a robotic and AI plant monitoring and maintenance solution.


News Jun 28, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

Altech Corporation has released a new line of ATEX-IECEx approved terminal blocks for use in explosive environments. The release includes different terminal block models, including push-in, spring/cage clamp, and screw clamp types.


News Jun 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

Omron’s VHV5 barcode reader offers fast setup, powerful code reading, and rugged performance for high-speed, high-demand factory environments.


News Jun 25, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the development and scaling of AI-powered machine vision applications.


News Jun 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Schneider Boosts U.S. Output; ForwardX and Lynx Eye EU Growth

Schneider Boosts U.S. Output; ForwardX and Lynx Eye EU Growth

A major U.S. expansion from Schneider Electric and a new European partnership between Lynx and ForwardX shape the future of automation.


News Jun 17, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture, industry, and food sectors.


News Jun 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Addverb adopts Infineon’s Bluetooth low energy technology for safer warehouse robotics, AMETEK acquires FARO to expand its presence of 3D imaging and measurement, and Fictiv joins Misumi to scale AI-driven manufacturing.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Rockwell Cuts Wiring Time With In-Cabinet Ethernet/IP Solution

Rockwell Cuts Wiring Time With In-Cabinet Ethernet/IP Solution

Rockwell’s new Ethernet/IP in-cabinet system cuts wiring time by up to 80%, reduces panel size, and enhances connectivity and sustainability.


News Jun 09, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 Emphasizes Industrial AI, Sustainability, and Usability To Enhance Operations

Emerson’s AspenTech v15 software integrates generative AI and sustainability tools to enhance industrial operations and accelerate decarbonization efforts.


News Jun 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
ABB Taps Red Hat to Future-Proof Automation Systems

ABB Taps Red Hat to Future-Proof Automation Systems

ABB and Red Hat have collaborated to modernize industrial automation by combining secure control systems with open-source platforms like OpenShift and Device Edge.


News Jun 06, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Wenglor Sensors Target Glossy and Reflective Surfaces

Wenglor Sensors Target Glossy and Reflective Surfaces

Wenglor unveils a blue laser ToF sensor and gloss sensor to boost factory accuracy on tricky materials like shiny metal and transparent film.


News Jun 05, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Automation Upgrade: Softing Completes Acquisition of Delta Logic

Automation Upgrade: Softing Completes Acquisition of Delta Logic

Delta Logic’s diagnostics, IIoT tools, and OPC UA systems expand Softing’s industrial automation and connectivity offerings.


News Jun 04, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida