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RoboDK and Open Robotics Enhance Robotics Simulation and Programming

RoboDK and Open Robotics Enhance Robotics Simulation and Programming

Robotic simulation creators RoboDK and Open Robotics have released hardware and software updates to advance robot application simulation and improve onsite integration.


News Dec 06, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Finally: A Complete IO-Link System Designed for Safety Applications

Finally: A Complete IO-Link System Designed for Safety Applications

Safety systems just became easier to develop, now that Pilz has released an entire suite of network and field devices that use the common IO-Link protocol, known for ease of system configuration.


News Dec 05, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Balluff’s Latest Fork Sensors Are “Mini,” Featuring a 5 mm Slot Width

Balluff’s Latest Fork Sensors Are “Mini,” Featuring a 5 mm Slot Width

Balluff has released the latest in its photoelectric family: mini fork sensors. The sensors are made to deliver the power and precision of Balluff fork sensors—only—in a miniature size.


News Dec 05, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
OnLogic Announces Updates to IPC Line and a New Power Supply

OnLogic Announces Updates to IPC Line and a New Power Supply

OnLogic has developed and released new products to help enhance industrial computing needs with a new 1000 W power supply and enhancements to the lineup of industrial PC technology.


News Dec 04, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Precision, Speed, and a High Payload: ABB’s Latest SCARA Robot Hits the Market

Precision, Speed, and a High Payload: ABB’s Latest SCARA Robot Hits the Market

ABB Robotics has grown its portfolio of SCARA robots with the introduction of the IRB 930. The IRB 930 can handle high payloads and force-intensive tasks, meeting a greater need of applications and industries.


News Dec 02, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Ethernet/IP Gets a Security Boost with New ODVA Profile

Ethernet/IP Gets a Security Boost with New ODVA Profile

The ODVA has responded to network security risks with the implementation of a new CIP Security device-based firewall to prevent unwanted digital attacks on IIoT devices.


News Nov 30, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Gearboxes From Neugart Add Capability for Robots and Small Applications

Gearboxes From Neugart Add Capability for Robots and Small Applications

Neugart has released several new planetary gearbox designs, one series specially configured for delta robots and several new models for lightweight, compact economic applications.


News Nov 28, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Festo Debuts Compact Gripper Variants for Enhanced Precision Assembly

Festo Debuts Compact Gripper Variants for Enhanced Precision Assembly

Festo recently announced the introduction of three new variants of parallel, radial, and angular pneumatic grippers to improve efficiency and precision for complex pick and place operations.


News Nov 27, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Web-Based HMIs: Future Or Fad? HMI Project and KEB Say ‘It’s Here’

Web-Based HMIs: Future Or Fad? HMI Project and KEB Say ‘It’s Here’

Partners HMI Project and KEB Automation have launched HELIO, a new web-based HMI application for creating interactive web pages that can control and monitor automated equipment.


News Nov 26, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens and Microsoft Team Up to Excel Industry-wide Adoption of Generative AI

Siemens and Microsoft Team Up to Excel Industry-wide Adoption of Generative AI

Siemens and Microsoft have launched their jointly developed "generative AI-powered assistant," Siemens Industrial Copilot, to help workers with PLC programming and machine troubleshooting.


News Nov 23, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
IO-Link Empowers Latest Photoelectric Sensor Lineup From Carlo Gavazzi

IO-Link Empowers Latest Photoelectric Sensor Lineup From Carlo Gavazzi

Carlo Gavazzi Automation has launched a new line of photoelectric laser sensors with selectable application functions and IO-Link for enhanced capabilities in a multitude of settings.


News Nov 21, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
SCHUNK Creates New, Innovative Pneumatic Positioning Solution

SCHUNK Creates New, Innovative Pneumatic Positioning Solution

Pneumatic grippers are traditionally limited to fully open or closed positions, making SCHUNK’s Pneumatic Positioning Device useful for applications requiring an intermediate grip position.


News Nov 15, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control solutions while providing advanced communication and programming features.


News Nov 14, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Omron Automation Introduces Its Latest Short-wave Infrared Camera

Omron Automation Introduces Its Latest Short-wave Infrared Camera

Omron Automation's latest camera uses short-wave infrared technology to produce higher-quality images without visible light, alleviating ambient light challenges and expanding inspection possibilities.


News Nov 12, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
History and High-Tech Merge in Boston at Rockwell’s Automation Fair

History and High-Tech Merge in Boston at Rockwell’s Automation Fair

Automation Fair was held in Boston on Nov 6-9, showcasing Rockwell Automation’s industrial partnerships, new technology, and recent acquisitions in a stellar conference and expo show.


News Nov 09, 2023 by David Peterson
New Weidmüller Controllers Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT

New Weidmüller Controllers Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT

Weidmüller releases two new lines of controllers, the u-Control M3000 and M4000, to ensure reliable integration of IT and OT in automation systems.


News Nov 07, 2023 by Seth Price
Emerson Acquires NI and Afag, Expanding Automation and Motion Software

Emerson Acquires NI and Afag, Expanding Automation and Motion Software

Emerson pursues the expansion of its product range and global market reach through recent acquisition agreements with Afag Holding AG and National Instruments (NI).


News Nov 04, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell Automation Establishes New FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio

Rockwell Automation Establishes New FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio

Rockwell Automation has recently released its new FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio, featuring five core solutions to help users customize for their specific data visualization needs.


News Oct 31, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
SCADA Evolution: Next Open Automation (NOA) Platform From KEB

SCADA Evolution: Next Open Automation (NOA) Platform From KEB

KEB Automation aims to make data collection and visualization easier with its new open automation platform, NOA, designed for machine builders and plant engineers.


News Oct 30, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Omron’s New MY-GS-R Industrial Relay: Improved Visibility and Efficiency

Omron’s New MY-GS-R Industrial Relay: Improved Visibility and Efficiency

Omron Automation has announced the latest product lineup addition: the MY-GS-R industrial plug-in power relay that offers enhanced status visibility during operation and overall efficiency.


News Oct 30, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo