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Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes Joins KUKA’s Mosaixx Digital Ecosystem

Dassault Systèmes has partnered with KUKA to integrate its 3DEXPERIENCE platform into KUKA's Mosaixx digital ecosystem, offering manufacturers a path to smarter, more adaptable robotic solutions.


News Mar 16, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Strength in Connectivity | Carlo Gavazzi’s New IP67 Series Cord-Sets

Strength in Connectivity | Carlo Gavazzi’s New IP67 Series Cord-Sets

The latest M8/M12 cord sets from Carlo Gavazzi are designed to meet the needs of the harsh industrial environment with an IP67 rating, providing a reliable way to connect devices.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Patlite Signal Towers, Now Featuring M12 Connection for Simple Wiring

Patlite Signal Towers, Now Featuring M12 Connection for Simple Wiring

The new LR6 signal towers from Patlite feature a single M12 cable that simplifies wiring for industrial systems, enabling speedy installation, enhanced environmental resistance, and reduced maintenance requirements.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Robotiq Adds “Seamless Integration” With Major Cobot Brands to Grippers

Robotiq Adds “Seamless Integration” With Major Cobot Brands to Grippers

Robotiq has updated its adaptive grippers so that they can now be easily deployed on most major brands of collaborative robots, including Universal Robots, FANUC, Techman Robot, Doosan, and Omron robots.


News Mar 12, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect has released four new modules for the CLICK PLC that enable IIoT application expansion, TTL signals, and analog simulations.


News Mar 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
AI-Powered Safety: Schneider Electric’s Groundbreaking Patent

AI-Powered Safety: Schneider Electric’s Groundbreaking Patent

Schneider Electric unveils a patent using AI-driven reinforcement learning to enhance industrial process safety, optimizing hazard analysis and risk prevention.


News Mar 11, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Emerson Updates PAC Machine Edition Control Software

Emerson Updates PAC Machine Edition Control Software

Emerson has released version 10.6 of its PAC Machine Edition integrated development environment. The update includes a new PLC simulator and other performance improvements to increase developer efficiency.


News Mar 09, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
OnLogic Launches the Axial AX300 Server for Powerful Edge Computing

OnLogic Launches the Axial AX300 Server for Powerful Edge Computing

The new Axial AX300 edge server from OnLogic is designed to provide businesses of all sizes with powerful, secure, and easily deployed on-site AI and edge capabilities.


News Mar 07, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Delta Partners with Acontis to Enhance EtherCAT for Motion Control

Delta Partners with Acontis to Enhance EtherCAT for Motion Control

Delta Motion has teamed up with Acontis Technologies to enhance the RMC200 motion controller, adding EtherCAT MainDevice capability for increased communication capabilities.


News Mar 06, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Dobot Launches Collaborative Robot Series Built for Extreme Environments

Dobot Launches Collaborative Robot Series Built for Extreme Environments

The latest collaborative robot series from Dobot is designed to withstand water, dust, and oil, thanks to design features including internal positive pneumatic pressure and a fluororubber exterior.


News Mar 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Compact and Speedy: Mitsubishi Electric Rolls Out New SCARA Robots

Compact and Speedy: Mitsubishi Electric Rolls Out New SCARA Robots

The latest additions to Mitsubishi Electric’s SCARA robots deliver high-speed automation in a smaller and lighter package than the company’s earlier models.


News Mar 05, 2025 by Seth Price
Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson has doubled down on data acquisition with the release of two new compact Ethernet chassis and an analog input module, along with the launch of a GitHub repository for creating FlexLogger add-ons.


News Mar 02, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering has released three new products, including a multicolor LED spotlight, multicolor control indication lights, and a series of high-amperage M12 connectors.


News Mar 01, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Autonics’ new PT series 5-pin M12 connector sensor distribution boxes are designed to simplify complex sensor wiring by supplying power and transmitting signals through a single source.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Austin Futrell
KUKA Introduces the KR IONTEC ultra Industrial Robot for Compact Power

KUKA Introduces the KR IONTEC ultra Industrial Robot for Compact Power

The newest industrial robot from KUKA, the KR IONTEC ultra, bridges the gap between medium and high payload robots. It is especially suited for handling and spot welding in the automotive industry.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Seth Price
PULS Introduces the CP20.248-IOL Smart Power Supply

PULS Introduces the CP20.248-IOL Smart Power Supply

PULS has unveiled the CP20.248-IOL, a 480 W DIN-rail power supply with an IO-Link interface and integrated display, simplifying configuration, monitoring, and remote control for automation.


News Feb 25, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Communicating to a ControlNet Network? Softing Has a Dongle for You

Communicating to a ControlNet Network? Softing Has a Dongle for You

Softing Industrial has released the usbLink CN, an adapter for connecting laptops and PCs to ControlNet networks for configuring, troubleshooting, and viewing device status.


News Feb 23, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor Expands IO-Link System Solutions With Latest Devices

Wenglor Expands IO-Link System Solutions With Latest Devices

Wenglor has added IO-Link masters, IO-Link hubs, and IO-Link converters to its portfolio of IO-Link solutions, enabling fast, bidirectional communication between control systems and devices.


News Feb 21, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Rockwell to Advance Industrial Automation With Prague Research Lab

Rockwell to Advance Industrial Automation With Prague Research Lab

Rockwell Automation has opened a new lab in Prague, Czech Republic specifically for research and development. The lab’s team will work with universities and standards organizations to advance industrial automation.


News Feb 20, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Building the Future: Robotics Engineering Education & Careers

Building the Future: Robotics Engineering Education & Careers

Leading companies and schools are shaping the next generation of robotics engineers through hands-on training, competitions, and industry partnerships.


News Feb 18, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida