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GelSight Partners with Flexxbotics to Transform Robotic Precision Testing

GelSight Partners with Flexxbotics to Transform Robotic Precision Testing

GelSight has collaborated with Flexxbotics to develop robotic systems with autonomous control for non-destructive testing.


News Sep 26, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Carlo Gavazzi Releases New Soft Starts for Motors up to 75 HP

Carlo Gavazzi Releases New Soft Starts for Motors up to 75 HP

The new RSGT soft starter lineup from Carlo Gavazzi is designed to improve the start-up performance of IE3 premium efficiency 3-phase motors up to 75 horsepower.


News Sep 25, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Crushing It! ABB’s New DP200 Crush+ NEMA Severe-Duty Motors

Crushing It! ABB’s New DP200 Crush+ NEMA Severe-Duty Motors

ABB released the DP200 Crush+ NEMA motor, which features a high starting and breakdown torque suitable for demanding severe-duty applications in the mining and quarry industries.


News Sep 23, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
KV-X: The Latest Generation in PLC Technology From Keyence

KV-X: The Latest Generation in PLC Technology From Keyence

Keyence has released its latest next-gen PLC, the KV-X, with an impressive quad-core CPU, providing a machine ops recorder and granting preset access to over 300 peripheral device EDS files.


News Sep 23, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Advantech Unlocks Edge AI Power With Compact DIN-Rail Industrial PC

Advantech Unlocks Edge AI Power With Compact DIN-Rail Industrial PC

The latest edge-computing controller from Advantech leverages artificial intelligence to speed up control decisions. The controller can be integrated with a carrier stack for even greater edge AI capability.


News Sep 21, 2024 by Seth Price
Motion Meets Safety With New CIP Plug-In Module for ABB Drives

Motion Meets Safety With New CIP Plug-In Module for ABB Drives

ABB has expanded and upgraded the safety capability of flagship VFDs with an Ethernet/IP CIP plug-in module capable of sending safe torque off (STO) and safe stop signals without additional wiring.


News Sep 19, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Leuze’s Latest Inductive Sensors Feature Contactless Detection at Longer Ranges

Leuze’s Latest Inductive Sensors Feature Contactless Detection at Longer Ranges

The newest sensor series from Leuze provides users with the low-cost and compact design of inductive sensors while featuring up to a 40 mm switching distance for larger-range applications.


News Sep 18, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Copia DeviceLink Now Supports Siemens’ Step 7 5.x Software

Copia DeviceLink Now Supports Siemens’ Step 7 5.x Software

Copia Automation has expanded its list of supported automation software for its popular DeviceLink platform, which monitors factory automation software in real time for code changes and backups.


News Sep 17, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Reveals New Electromagnetic Flowmeters: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster

ABB Reveals New Electromagnetic Flowmeters: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster

The latest release from ABB features two new electromagnetic flowmeters that hope to provide users with a futureproof solution for creating modular flowmeter systems in the industrial environment.


News Sep 17, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Calling All Engineers: The 2024 Control Engineering Survey

Calling All Engineers: The 2024 Control Engineering Survey

The quality of our educational content comes from truly understanding our audience. We need your help to give us the best snapshot of today’s industry, plus a chance to win Amazon gift card prizes!


News Sep 16, 2024 by David Peterson
HMS Networks Releases the Anybus Defender Industrial Security Lineup

HMS Networks Releases the Anybus Defender Industrial Security Lineup

HMS Networks has released the Anybus Defender family of industrial security appliances, consisting of four scalable models specifically engineered to protect crucial network infrastructures.


News Sep 14, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Control Bits: A Roundup of Sizzling Summer Automation News

Control Bits: A Roundup of Sizzling Summer Automation News

Catch up on all the news from your favorite companies. We cover all the latest innovations in motors, sensors, robots, networking, and even some exciting company development news!


News Sep 11, 2024 by David Peterson
Visibility Meets Durability: Patlite’s Explosion-Proof Signal Towers

Visibility Meets Durability: Patlite’s Explosion-Proof Signal Towers

Patlite has released a series of explosion-proof light towers consisting of a three-unit LED stack and a smaller explosion-proof unit with a flashing function featuring red and yellow indicators.


News Sep 11, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Red Lion Releases Programmable Remote Terminal Units for Extreme Environments

Red Lion Releases Programmable Remote Terminal Units for Extreme Environments

Red Lion has expanded its Sixnet Series of VersaTRAK MIPM industrial remote terminal units (RTUs) with two new devices suitable for rugged environments in process applications.


News Sep 05, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Weidmüller Unveils New Ethernet Switch with Increased Range and Power

Weidmüller Unveils New Ethernet Switch with Increased Range and Power

The new 10Base-T1L SPE Switch from Weidmüller can provide power and data over Ethernet over distances up to 1 kilometer (.6 miles), reducing wires and increasing reliability.


News Sep 04, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Emerson’s Rosemount 802 Expands Wireless I/O Transmission Capacity

Emerson’s Rosemount 802 Expands Wireless I/O Transmission Capacity

Emerson adds WirelessHART capability to the Rosemount I/O device catalog with an 8-channel transmitter to remotely monitor conditions and control outputs like motors, pumps, and valves.


News Sep 02, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Yaskawa America Expands Offerings in GA800 AC Drive Product Lineup

Yaskawa America Expands Offerings in GA800 AC Drive Product Lineup

Yaskawa has expanded its GA800 variable speed drive product line to include drives and configured packages with power capabilities up to 1000 HP in a reduced footprint.


News Aug 31, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Pilz Creates PSSrail Control System, Opening Digital Railway Possibilities

Pilz Creates PSSrail Control System, Opening Digital Railway Possibilities

Pilz has released the PSSrail, a modular control system designed to alleviate train systems without costly infrastructure interruptions from digitizing operations.


News Aug 28, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Hurco and Kawasaki Robotics Cooperate to Streamline Robotic Innovation

Hurco and Kawasaki Robotics Cooperate to Streamline Robotic Innovation

The first fruits of the Hurco and Kawasaki Robotics partnership will be demonstrated at IMTS 2024. They intend to expand CNC automation to deliver quality to their customers.


News Aug 27, 2024 by Seth Price
New Baumer Flow Sensor for High-Pressure, Large Diameter Applications

New Baumer Flow Sensor for High-Pressure, Large Diameter Applications

Baumer has expanded its process sensing portfolio with a new labor-saving flow metering device, useful for industrial water applications featuring high pressures and large pipe diameters.


News Aug 25, 2024 by Damond Goodwin