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Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

Yaskawa Releases AC Microdrive For Single and Three-Phase Motors

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent magnet, and synchronous reluctance motor operation up to 40 HP.


News Apr 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Gotta Keep Rollin: Control.com to Visit MODEX 2026

Gotta Keep Rollin: Control.com to Visit MODEX 2026

MODEX 2026 in Atlanta will showcase robotics, motion control, and logistics technologies shaping modern supply chains.


News Apr 08, 2026 by David Peterson
Beckhoff ED Series Refreshes EtherCAT I/O Hardware

Beckhoff ED Series Refreshes EtherCAT I/O Hardware

The ED series EtherCAT terminals from Beckhoff Automation feature push-in wiring and integrated diagnostics for easier installation and maintenance.


News Apr 07, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Maxolution MR P1600 Targets Heavy-Duty Mobile Robotics

Maxolution MR P1600 Targets Heavy-Duty Mobile Robotics

A new AMR from Maxolution combines high payload capacity, EtherCAT integration, and wireless charging for industrial automation.


News Apr 06, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Binder Introduces Not Connected Closed (NCC) Family of Connectors

Binder Introduces Not Connected Closed (NCC) Family of Connectors

The new circular connector family automatically seals the connector interface when unmated, protecting against moisture and dust in automation, test, and medical systems.


News Apr 03, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
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
Compact BXI Drives Bring Precision Motion to Robotic Joints

Compact BXI Drives Bring Precision Motion to Robotic Joints

Faulhaber’s BXI Series integrates motor, gearhead, and encoder into a compact drive for precise, high-torque robotic joint movement.


News Mar 30, 2026 by Seth Price
ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB Announces Product Upgrades, Nvidia Partnership, and 2026 Investments

ABB has released a new version of its Symphony Plus DCS, integrated NVIDIA Omniverse libraries into RobotStudio, and announced plans to scale manufacturing and R&D across India.


News Mar 28, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

AutomationDirect Announces New Line of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

The Stride Pro Unmanaged+ industrial Ethernet switches build on the company’s basic unmanaged switches, offering enhanced networking features, including IGMP snooping and port mirroring.


News Mar 27, 2026 by Seth Price
Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Getting a GRIIP on Physical AI: Vention’s Rapid Operator AI

Physical AI is a recurring theme in today’s industrial automation. Control.com recently met with Vention’s CEO to gain insights about the company’s newest offering, Rapid Operator AI.


News Mar 26, 2026 by David Peterson
Banner Expands Safety Light Curtains To Include More Lengths

Banner Expands Safety Light Curtains To Include More Lengths

The 14 mm resolution S4B safety light curtains now include 1,350 mm, 1,500 mm, 1,650 mm, and 1,800 mm long models, accommodating a wider range of machine guarding applications.


News Mar 24, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
KUKA Expands KR CYBERTECH Lineup With New Payload Robots

KUKA Expands KR CYBERTECH Lineup With New Payload Robots

New KR CYBERTECH models from KUKA increase payload capacity while maintaining compact design and high precision for industrial automation.


News Mar 23, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Datalogic Introduces 2D Imagers for Large-Area Conveyor Scanning

Datalogic Introduces 2D Imagers for Large-Area Conveyor Scanning

The new Matrix 830/930 series 2D imaging barcode readers feature ultra-high-resolution sensors and reduced hardware complexity, enabling coverage on conveyor belts up to 1 m wide.


News Mar 22, 2026 by Seth Price
A Look at STMicroelectronics’ Software for AI‑Enhanced Motor Control

A Look at STMicroelectronics’ Software for AI‑Enhanced Motor Control

The software development kit for low-voltage three-phase brushless motors gives designers the power of AI and machine learning without requiring years of experience.


News Mar 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Nord Drivesystems Adds 112 Frame Size to IE5+ Synchronous Motor Line

Nord Drivesystems Adds 112 Frame Size to IE5+ Synchronous Motor Line

The IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are now available in size 112, extending the line’s power range to 15 hp while still maintaining high energy efficiency.


News Mar 19, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Aaeon Releases Industrial Multimedia PC for IIoT and Edge AI Applications

Aaeon Releases Industrial Multimedia PC for IIoT and Edge AI Applications

The Intelli TWL01 Edge industrial PC features an Intel Processor N-series platform, dual 4K displays, and rugged, vibration-resistant housing for use in industrial and commercial environments.


News Mar 17, 2026 by Seth Price
LogiMAT 2026 Preview Highlights Intralogistics Automation Tech

LogiMAT 2026 Preview Highlights Intralogistics Automation Tech

KUKA, Leuze, and Dunkermotoren preview new robotics, sensor, and drive technologies ahead of their intralogistics demonstrations at LogiMAT 2026.


News Mar 14, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Precise Color Detection: Wenglor Rolls Out the P1PF Color Sensor

Precise Color Detection: Wenglor Rolls Out the P1PF Color Sensor

The new P1PF color sensor features a 7 kHz switching frequency and detects up to eight different colors in either the RGB or HSL color spaces.


News Mar 13, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Compact WIPOS PSU3 Delivers Boost Power for Control Panels

Compact WIPOS PSU3 Delivers Boost Power for Control Panels

Wieland Electric launches the WIPOS PSU3, a compact three-phase power supply offering 95% efficiency and 150% boost power for demanding industrial systems.


News Mar 13, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner Introduces Programmable Indicators and Wireless Ethernet Radios

Banner Introduces Programmable Indicators and Wireless Ethernet Radios

The new S22 programmable indicators and touch buttons offer IO-Link and Modbus communication, while the DX700ER Ethernet Data Radios serve as a replacement for long Ethernet cable runs.


News Mar 12, 2026 by Austin Futrell