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New IEP3 Encoder Uses the Latest in Chip Tech for Enhanced Accuracy

New IEP3 Encoder Uses the Latest in Chip Tech for Enhanced Accuracy

FAULHABER recently released a new incremental encoder with an impressive resolution of up to 10,000 lines per revolution using the latest interpolative chip technology.


News Dec 12, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Safe I/O Integration Made Easy, Thanks to New Balluff CIP Safety Module

Safe I/O Integration Made Easy, Thanks to New Balluff CIP Safety Module

Balluff eases the stress of design, build, and troubleshooting time for safety-rated I/O devices with a new CIP safety module, engineered for rugged, on-machine installation.


News Dec 11, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Mitsubishi Electric and ModuleWorks Unite To Strengthen Machine-tool Software Development

Mitsubishi Electric and ModuleWorks Unite To Strengthen Machine-tool Software Development

Mitsubishi Electric has partnered with ModuleWorks to advance digital transformation through the development of software for machine-tool simulation and CAD/CAM data integration.


News Dec 10, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Kinetic Technologies Boosts Cobot Welding With Modular Positioners

Kinetic Technologies Boosts Cobot Welding With Modular Positioners

Kinetic Technologies has expanded its products and services with a new family of modular headstock-tailstock positioners geared toward making welding cobots faster and more accurate.


News Dec 09, 2023 by Seth Price
Belden Announces Horizon: New IT/OT Software Suite For IIoT Solutions

Belden Announces Horizon: New IT/OT Software Suite For IIoT Solutions

Belden expands data engineering software with a new suite of IT/OT applications designed to simplify the user experience for advanced IIoT data workflows, easily integrated into AWS.


News Dec 08, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Perle Creates New IDS-710CT Managed Industrial Ethernet Switches

Perle Creates New IDS-710CT Managed Industrial Ethernet Switches

Managed industrial Ethernet switches with fiber, like the new IDS-710CT from Perle, can be used to create reliable network connectivity in a small footprint, perfect for industrial applications.


News Dec 07, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
New UR30 From Universal Robots: Heavy Payload in a Compact Size

New UR30 From Universal Robots: Heavy Payload in a Compact Size

Universal Robots has announced the release of the UR30, a collaborative robot featuring the heaviest payload in the UR catalog and a maximum reach meeting or exceeding many previous models.


News Dec 06, 2023 by Seth Price
Finally: A Complete IO-Link System Designed for Safety Applications

Finally: A Complete IO-Link System Designed for Safety Applications

Safety systems just became easier to develop, now that Pilz has released an entire suite of network and field devices that use the common IO-Link protocol, known for ease of system configuration.


News Dec 05, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
OnLogic Announces Updates to IPC Line and a New Power Supply

OnLogic Announces Updates to IPC Line and a New Power Supply

OnLogic has developed and released new products to help enhance industrial computing needs with a new 1000 W power supply and enhancements to the lineup of industrial PC technology.


News Dec 04, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Moxa Expands Offering of Ruggedized USB-to-Serial Converters

Moxa Expands Offering of Ruggedized USB-to-Serial Converters

To support the ongoing necessity of legacy equipment interfaces, Moxa has released the UPort 1400-G2 series USB-to-serial converters for multiple industrial RS-232/485 devices.


News Nov 29, 2023 by Seth Price
Gearboxes From Neugart Add Capability for Robots and Small Applications

Gearboxes From Neugart Add Capability for Robots and Small Applications

Neugart has released several new planetary gearbox designs, one series specially configured for delta robots and several new models for lightweight, compact economic applications.


News Nov 28, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor Debuts New Industrial RFID Reader/Transponder System

Wenglor Debuts New Industrial RFID Reader/Transponder System

RFID aids in product tracking and inventory management. Wenglor has introduced a new system to improve inventory capabilities and ensure proper product progression in manufacturing processes.


News Nov 28, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Web-Based HMIs: Future Or Fad? HMI Project and KEB Say ‘It’s Here’

Web-Based HMIs: Future Or Fad? HMI Project and KEB Say ‘It’s Here’

Partners HMI Project and KEB Automation have launched HELIO, a new web-based HMI application for creating interactive web pages that can control and monitor automated equipment.


News Nov 26, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Kawasaki’s Latest Through-arm Arc Welding Robot Now in North America

Kawasaki’s Latest Through-arm Arc Welding Robot Now in North America

Kawasaki Robotics’ latest industrial robot to hit the North American market brings compact precision and speed to the company’s BA series of through-arm cable arc welding robots.


News Nov 20, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Extend Motion Life: Automatic Grease Fittings Using New IoT Solution

Extend Motion Life: Automatic Grease Fittings Using New IoT Solution

GreaseBoss and Nordic Semiconductor have recently launched a collaborative system using Nordic-powered sensors and Memfault to monitor grease flow, extending the life of moving machine components.


News Nov 16, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
DH-Robotics and MEMS Manufacturer Infineon Collab For Next-Gen Electric Gripper

DH-Robotics and MEMS Manufacturer Infineon Collab For Next-Gen Electric Gripper

DH-Robotics and Infineon team up to create the AG series, an advanced electric gripper for energy-efficient control with integrated industrial communications and position sensing.


News Nov 16, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
SCHUNK Creates New, Innovative Pneumatic Positioning Solution

SCHUNK Creates New, Innovative Pneumatic Positioning Solution

Pneumatic grippers are traditionally limited to fully open or closed positions, making SCHUNK’s Pneumatic Positioning Device useful for applications requiring an intermediate grip position.


News Nov 15, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO’s New Advanced PLC CPUs Provide Cost-Effective Control Solution

WAGO has recently released two PLC CPU modules, the Basic Controller 100 series, offering cost-effective control solutions while providing advanced communication and programming features.


News Nov 14, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
SMC Reveals New Regulator and Actuators for Automation Systems

SMC Reveals New Regulator and Actuators for Automation Systems

SMC has recently released three new product lines, including a pressure regulator and two linear actuators for controlling motion in both pneumatic and electrical systems.


News Nov 13, 2023 by Seth Price
Dold Introduces New Rotation Direction Feature to UH 6937 Frequency Monitor

Dold Introduces New Rotation Direction Feature to UH 6937 Frequency Monitor

Dold has introduced safety-rated directional control and regulatory compliance to the UH 6937 speed and frequency monitor, making it an ideal solution for applications where safety is critical.


News Nov 11, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo