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Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces RFID Read/Write Device for Multi-Tag Reading

Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces RFID Read/Write Device for Multi-Tag Reading

The newest ultra-high frequency RFID reader from Pepperl+Fuchs can read up to 200 tags at a time, enabling bulk tracking of assets and inventory, particularly in gate automation systems in logistics.


News Jan 04, 2025 by Seth Price
Oriental Motors Announces the BLS Motor and Controller System

Oriental Motors Announces the BLS Motor and Controller System

The BLS line of motors and universal driver reduce energy costs compared to standard AC motors and inverters.


News Jan 02, 2025 by Seth Price
Antaira Launches a Managed Ethernet Switch for Industrial Networks

Antaira Launches a Managed Ethernet Switch for Industrial Networks

A new managed Ethernet switch from Antaira offers advanced features specifically for industrial automation, including ring redundancy, PoE+ capability, Gigabit speeds, and fiber connection technology.


News Dec 19, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
A ReBeL Without the Cost: igus Drops Low-Cost AGV With Integrated Cobot

A ReBeL Without the Cost: igus Drops Low-Cost AGV With Integrated Cobot

Automated guided vehicles (AGV) do not have to break the bank or require specialized expertise to operate. Enter ReBeL Move, igus’ new, affordable AGV fitted with an optional ReBeL cobot.


News Dec 14, 2024 by Seth Price
What’s New at wenglor? A Look at ToF Sensors and Fiber-Optic Amplifiers

What’s New at wenglor? A Look at ToF Sensors and Fiber-Optic Amplifiers

wenglor has added time-of-flight (ToF) sensors and fiber optic amplifiers to its product offerings. The newest additions are designed to tackle sensing challenges across applications.


News Dec 11, 2024 by Seth Price
MiR Releases the MC600 Mobile Cobot for High-Payload Tasks

MiR Releases the MC600 Mobile Cobot for High-Payload Tasks

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched a new mobile collaborative robot, the MC600, bringing mobility to heavy-payload tasks in applications such as palletizing and machine tending.


News Dec 01, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and cloud-based collaboration.


News Nov 24, 2024 by Seth Price
Dobot Introduces a One-Stop Solution for Palletizing Ease and Efficiency

Dobot Introduces a One-Stop Solution for Palletizing Ease and Efficiency

The new solution enables easy-to-use out-of-the-box palletizing with the DOBOT CR20A collaborative robot, 3D simulation, and a no-programming software.


News Nov 23, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Siemens’ Latest Partnerships Bolster Industrial AI and Digital Rail

Siemens’ Latest Partnerships Bolster Industrial AI and Digital Rail

Developing digitized rail systems and embedding generative artificial intelligence into industrial systems is Siemens’ primary focus going into 2025.


News Nov 20, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
MiR Launches Scalable, Cybersecurity-Enhanced AMR Fleet Management Software

MiR Launches Scalable, Cybersecurity-Enhanced AMR Fleet Management Software

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has released MiR Fleet Enterprise, a software with robust cybersecurity measures and a user-friendly web interface for centralized and simplified AMR fleet control.


News Nov 14, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Honeywell and Google Cloud Partner To Accelerate Industrial AI Adoption

Honeywell and Google Cloud Partner To Accelerate Industrial AI Adoption

The Honeywell-Google Cloud partnership combines the companies’ respective technologies to increase industry-wide automation and upskill the workforce via a new AI-powered solution.


News Nov 12, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and output modules for the PNOZmulti 2 safe small controller.


News Oct 18, 2024 by Austin Futrell
New M12 Connectors From Belden: Secure, Rapid Cabling

New M12 Connectors From Belden: Secure, Rapid Cabling

Industrial uptime demands cabling with fast connections under harsh conditions. Belden answered the demands with a new portfolio of M12 connectors, making use of push-pull connector technology.


News Oct 06, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Cyngn, Advantech, and Orbbec Enhance AMR Solutions for Outdoor Applications

Cyngn, Advantech, and Orbbec Enhance AMR Solutions for Outdoor Applications

Cyngn, Advantech, and Orbbec have adapted their autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions to operate in both indoor and outdoor conditions, enhancing industrial workflows.


News Sep 28, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
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
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
Nachi-Fujikoshi Expands Cobot Line-Up, Emphasizes Speed and Precision

Nachi-Fujikoshi Expands Cobot Line-Up, Emphasizes Speed and Precision

Nachi-Fujikoshi has released a 12 kg CMZ collaborative robot capable of motion speeds up to 1,000 mm/sec in collaborative mode and up to 3,000 mm/sec in non-collaborative mode.


News Aug 28, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Oriental Motor Expands Brushless Motor Solutions With 24 VDC Driver

Oriental Motor Expands Brushless Motor Solutions With 24 VDC Driver

Oriental Motor has added a 24 VDC 400 W driver to its BLV Series R Type brushless motor offerings, providing users with a new unified, battery-powered speed control system.


News Aug 22, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Baumer Launches GIM600R Inclination Sensor for Mobile Machinery

Baumer Launches GIM600R Inclination Sensor for Mobile Machinery

Like smacking a pinball machine, Baumer's new GIM600R inclination sensor gives users a competitive edge. The sensor brings improved performance to mobile machines, regardless of harsh environmental conditions.


News Aug 18, 2024 by Seth Price