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Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Partnerships and acquisitions are helping Comau develop next-generation robotics, warehouse automation, and flexible manufacturing solutions.


News 12 minutes ago by Stephanie Leonida
Sanyo Denki Unveils Compact High Torque Stepper

Sanyo Denki Unveils Compact High Torque Stepper

Compact Sanmotion F 5-phase stepping motors from Sanyo Denki improve torque density, positioning accuracy, and motion stability for automation.


News May 29, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
IDEC Expands Timer Relay Product Line With Slim Multifunctional Options

IDEC Expands Timer Relay Product Line With Slim Multifunctional Options

The two new GT8A electronic timer relays feature a compact 17.5 mm-wide design, 10 timing functions, universal AC/DC input support, and DIN rail mounting for industrial control applications.


News May 19, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Balluff Introduces Compact Inductive Position Sensors for Tight Spaces

Balluff Introduces Compact Inductive Position Sensors for Tight Spaces

The new BIP position sensor offers IO-Link and analog interfaces in a small, durable housing, making it ideal for precise monitoring in demanding, space-constrained applications.


News May 15, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
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
Schneider TeSys Tera Gives Motors a Voice on the Floor

Schneider TeSys Tera Gives Motors a Voice on the Floor

TeSys Tera from Schneider Electric combines motor monitoring, protection, and control to reduce downtime through real-time predictive maintenance data.


News May 10, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

Acromag Releases I/O Modules With Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity

The new NTW series wireless I/O modules include secure, dual-band Wi-Fi, making it easier to monitor and control systems remotely when running cables is not an option.


News May 08, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

SensoPart Streamlines Optical Sensor Selection With New DTECT Family

The DTECT family bundles the company's optical sensors under a product naming convention that groups them by color, distance, presence, and 3D object detection.


News May 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

ABB Robotics Unveils High-Speed, Easy-To-Use Family of Robots

The PoWa robots combine high-speed motion and power with user-friendly programming and plug-and-play tooling, targeting a variety of manufacturing processes, including machine tending and welding.


News Apr 30, 2026 by Seth Price
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
Balluff Launches Compact SmartLight Rigid Signal Light

Balluff Launches Compact SmartLight Rigid Signal Light

New SmartLight Rigid from Balluff offers glare-free illumination, slim design, and flexible signalling in tight spaces.


News Apr 28, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

Pepperl+Fuchs Releases Industrial Event Camera and 1D/2D Code Reader

The VOC industrial camera records images and videos 15 minutes before and after a fault event, while the CleverReader stationary code reader captures 1D and 2D codes at throughput speeds up to 3.5 m/s.


News Apr 26, 2026 by Seth Price
Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

Dunkermotoren Introduces Functional Safety Encoder for Reliable Positioning

The AFS58 encoder delivers SIL2 and Performance Level d compliance, high-resolution Sin/Cos feedback, and a rugged, plug-and-play design for smart and precise axis monitoring in demanding environments.


News Apr 25, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Multilevel Laser Marking: Datalogic Releases the AREX400 AF

Maintaining focal distance on a laser marker can require expensive servos or movable fixtures; the AREX400 AF features an internal focal adjustment that accommodates up to 120 mm of focal distance change.


News Apr 24, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Robotics Growth Drives FANUC’s Major Michigan Investment

Robotics Growth Drives FANUC’s Major Michigan Investment

FANUC will invest $90 million in a new Michigan facility to expand U.S. robotics production and support growing North American demand.


News Apr 22, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Turck TX400 Series Adds Power and Flexibility to HMI/PLCs

Turck TX400 Series Adds Power and Flexibility to HMI/PLCs

New TX400 panels from Turck combine HMI and PLC functions with faster hardware, CodeSys support, and multiple display sizes.


News Apr 21, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

Bihl+Wiedemann Releases Configurable ASi-5 Safety I/O Module

The new safety I/O module, the BWU4277, replaces complexity with flexibility. The device features up to 14 safe inputs and two safe outputs, targeting a wide range of safety applications.


News Apr 19, 2026 by Seth Price
Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

Kassow Robots Launches App-Based Interface for Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX OS

The new Connector App enables operators to connect and control Kassow’s robots in real time, all from a single ctrlX OS device, without PLC programming.


News Apr 15, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Yaskawa Does the Heavy Lifting at MODEX 2026

Yaskawa Does the Heavy Lifting at MODEX 2026

Yaskawa’s Motoman supply chain robotic solutions were showcased as examples of AI-driven and collaborative solutions aimed at tackling common labor and scalability challenges.


News Apr 14, 2026 by David Peterson
TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

TRi PLC Updates FX1616-BA PLC With Surface-Mount Redesign

The FX1616-BA controller’s transition to surface-mount technology aims to combat component obsolescence and improve manufacturing consistency.


News Apr 12, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich