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Universities Launch Robotics Centers with Industry Support

Universities Launch Robotics Centers with Industry Support

New robotics education centers like UMaine’s B.O.T. Loft equip students with practical automation skills for advanced manufacturing.


News Sep 22, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Zuken Unveils 2026 Release of E3.Series Design Platform

Zuken Unveils 2026 Release of E3.Series Design Platform

The newest updates to the E3.series design software will include cloud access, improved variant handling, and ECAD-MCAD integration to support engineers in control system, wiring, and fluid design.


Phoenix Contact Streamlines Industrial Labeling With UV Inkjet Printer

Phoenix Contact Streamlines Industrial Labeling With UV Inkjet Printer

The new BLUEMARK E.CARD UV inkjet printer automates industrial card making for control cabinets and machine building, delivering durable, high-resolution marking with fast throughput.


Robotiq PAL Ready cell arrives preassembled, tested, and deployment-ready for palletizing tasks.

Robotiq PAL Ready cell arrives preassembled, tested, and deployment-ready for palletizing tasks.

The Lean Palletization Experience combines modular robots and attachments, offering scalable, customizable palletizing solutions.


News Sep 18, 2025 by Seth Price
Meet UR8 Long: Universal Robots’ Long-Reach, Lightweight Robot

Meet UR8 Long: Universal Robots’ Long-Reach, Lightweight Robot

Universal Robots debuted its newest robot at Fabtech 2025. The UR8 Long features a compact build and a lengthy 1,750 mm reach, making it useful in applications like welding and pick and place.


News Sep 17, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Now, in addition to wireless sensors, two volt-free contacts can be connected to Pepperl+Fuchs’ LoRaWAN wireless sensor node, enhancing long-range data transmission possibilities in existing control systems.


News Sep 16, 2025 by Seth Price
Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

Phoenix Contact, Siemens, and Neura Robotics have all formed partnerships, aiming to cut inventory waste, fuel manufacturing-focused startups, and expand the use of cognitive robotics in Asian markets.


News Sep 13, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Dunkermotoren Integrates Functional Safety Into Brushless DC Motors

Dunkermotoren Integrates Functional Safety Into Brushless DC Motors

Dunkermotoren’s dSafe technology outfits brushless DC motors with PROFIsafe and FSoE protocols to execute safety functions such as safe torque off and safely limited speed.


News Sep 12, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Leuze Expands LBK Radar with CIP Safety for Harsh Environments

Leuze Expands LBK Radar with CIP Safety for Harsh Environments

The Leuze LBK 3D radar system gains CIP Safety, offering robust human detection in dusty, smoky, or low-visibility areas while easing network integration.


News Sep 11, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Leuze’s Barcode Positioning System, Now With PROFIsafe Interface

Leuze’s Barcode Positioning System, Now With PROFIsafe Interface

Leuze’s FBPS 600i safe barcode reader now includes PROFIsafe interface, enabling direct connection to safety PLCs for positioning with Performance Level e in applications like crane positioning and assembly.


News Sep 09, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Releases DC I/O and Pluggable Option Modules for BRX PLCs

AutomationDirect Releases DC I/O and Pluggable Option Modules for BRX PLCs

AutomationDirect has released several new modules for its BRX PLCs, including DC I/O expansion modules for higher-voltage systems and Ethernet pluggable option modules that support OPC UA or Sparkplug B.


News Sep 06, 2025 by Seth Price
Banner Puts Text-Enabled, Multicolor Programmable Beacon on Display

Banner Puts Text-Enabled, Multicolor Programmable Beacon on Display

The new K100 programmable display beacon features 14 colors, as well as the ability to display 32 scrolling or 12 static characters to communicate machine status to operators.


News Sep 04, 2025 by Seth Price
ABB Releases Baldor-Reliance SP4 Shaft Ground Motors

ABB Releases Baldor-Reliance SP4 Shaft Ground Motors

The Baldor-Reliance SP4 motor lineup now includes a shaft ground variant for increased electrical discharge damage protection, enhanced efficiency, and a longer motor life in variable speed drive (VSD) applications


News Sep 01, 2025 by Seth Price
Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs’ R1000 distance sensor now blends millimeter-level accuracy with native PROFINET support, making it a drop-in option for advanced motion and positioning tasks.


News Aug 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Autonics Introduces Door Lock Switches To Boost Machine Safety

Autonics Introduces Door Lock Switches To Boost Machine Safety

Autonics’ new SFDL series of safety door lock switches features five-direction key insertion, manual unlocking, and IP67 protection for safer industrial machine operation.


News Aug 30, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

The new BCS1 miniature slot sensor from Banner Engineering delivers fast and accurate position and motion detection in a compact and cost-efficient form factor.


News Aug 28, 2025 by Seth Price
Fuji Electric HMIs Feature Wide Screens and Enhanced Connectivity

Fuji Electric HMIs Feature Wide Screens and Enhanced Connectivity

Fuji Electric’s TS4000 series of programmable operation displays features high-definition wide screens and robust networking capabilities to support smart production and remote monitoring.


News Aug 27, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Adlink Introduces Panel PC With GPU Expansion for Edge AI Applications

Adlink Introduces Panel PC With GPU Expansion for Edge AI Applications

Adlink has built its newest open-frame panel PC to tackle edge AI applications. To handle especially demanding workloads, the panel PC can be expanded by integrating an embedded NVIDIA MXM GPU module.


News Aug 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
SMC Adds CIP Safety I/O to EX600 Fieldbus System

SMC Adds CIP Safety I/O to EX600 Fieldbus System

The EX600 Safety Communication I/O system from SMC integrates CIP safety directly into the field, reducing relays, wiring, and cabinet space.


News Aug 24, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Having a Ball: Researchers Develop Robot Hand With Spherical Grasp

Having a Ball: Researchers Develop Robot Hand With Spherical Grasp

Yale University researchers have developed a robot hand that can grasp and rotate objects in a spherical motion, simplifying manipulation in small spaces and unstructured environments.


News Aug 21, 2025 by Seth Price