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Patlite’s Industrial LEDs Shed Light on Harsh and Hygienic Environments

Patlite’s Industrial LEDs Shed Light on Harsh and Hygienic Environments

Patlite has built the new CLA-02 LED work lights to withstand washdowns and sanitization and the CLK-02 LED work lights to withstand oily, wet, and dusty conditions.


News Nov 21, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Meet the Swifty CS: A Screwdriver, Cable Cutter, and Stripper

Cut and strip cables with a screwdriver. Weidmuller’s new Swifty CS is an all-in-one tool that speeds up and simplifies electrical installations.


News Nov 11, 2025 by Seth Price
What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

What’s New at Autonics? A Look at Fiber Optic Units and Amplifiers

The new fiber optics units, fiber optic amplifiers, and fiber optic amplifier communication converters offer system flexibility for a wide range of industrial applications.


News Nov 07, 2025 by Seth Price
Oriental Motor Adds Flat Type Stepper Motors to PKP Series

Oriental Motor Adds Flat Type Stepper Motors to PKP Series

The new flat type stepper motors feature a slim, lightweight design and a built-in magnetic encoder for accurate positioning and speed control in tight spaces.


News Nov 07, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Introducing Datalogic Connect, a Unified Platform for Datalogic Devices

Introducing Datalogic Connect, a Unified Platform for Datalogic Devices

The all-in-one IoT cloud platform serves as a centralized hub, built to improve visibility, configuration, and analytics across entire fleets of Datalogic devices.


News Nov 02, 2025 by Seth Price
Copia Adds Generative AI to DeviceLink for Code Visibility

Copia Adds Generative AI to DeviceLink for Code Visibility

Copia Automation has integrated generative AI into its DeviceLink backup solution to help users better understand and manage code changes in industrial automation environments.


Seco Launches Industrial-Grade HMI Powered by the Raspberry Pi CM5

Seco Launches Industrial-Grade HMI Powered by the Raspberry Pi CM5

The Pi Vision 10.1 Compute Module 5, a 10.1-inch industrial-grade HMI based on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5, is now available for preorder.


News Oct 30, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

Elite Robots Integrates 3D Scanning Into Inspection Process

A new 3D scanning robot from Elite Robots streamlines industrial inspections, improving accuracy and reducing manual labor in manufacturing.


News Oct 29, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Altech Rolls Out Dual Voltage-Rated AC/DC Disconnect Switches

Altech Rolls Out Dual Voltage-Rated AC/DC Disconnect Switches

The LSF and RT series disconnect switches are rated for 600 V AC and 60 V DC. The switches are built for base and DIN-rail mounting and housed in high-grade plastics to withstand harsh industrial conditions.


News Oct 29, 2025 by Seth Price
Phoenix Contact Launches EMC Filters To Limit High-Frequency Interference

Phoenix Contact Launches EMC Filters To Limit High-Frequency Interference

Phoenix Contact now offers three new families of EMC filters built for high-interference environments. The new filters include models that are compact and models that double as overcurrent protection devices.


News Oct 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor Releases Cloud-Based AI Platform for Image Processing

Wenglor Releases Cloud-Based AI Platform for Image Processing

The new AI Lab enables cloud-based AI model training for industrial image processing. The platform is integrated with Wenglor’s weHub and uniVision 3 software to form a complete AI modeling workflow.


News Oct 25, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Pilz Expands PSENmgate Safety Gate System With New Variants

Pilz Expands PSENmgate Safety Gate System With New Variants

The latest gate entry control device variants include more control functions for complex applications, simplified wiring for speedier installation, and swing gate compatibility.


News Oct 21, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Introducing Sherpa Mecha, an AI-Powered Humanoid Engineered for Manufacturing

Introducing Sherpa Mecha, an AI-Powered Humanoid Engineered for Manufacturing

Ati Motors’ Sherpa Mecha is a customizable humanoid robot on wheels, capable of a wide range of manufacturing tasks, including machine tending, bin handling, and part inspection.


News Oct 19, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

Antaira Releases Industrial M12 Ethernet Switches for Field Devices

The five-port IP67 unmanaged Ethernet switch includes M12 X-coded and A-coded connectors with PoE+ options, enabling networking in harsh industrial environments where resistance to shock and vibration is a necessity.


News Oct 14, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
New Littelfuse SSRs Deliver Power in Small Packages

New Littelfuse SSRs Deliver Power in Small Packages

Littelfuse expands its solid-state relay lineup with three new models offering compact, high-power switching for industrial and OEM applications.


News Oct 14, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

Pilz Releases IO-Link Safety Master for Modular and Decentralized Automation

The IO-Link safety master PDP67 is part of Pilz’s larger IO-Link safety system. The master functions as a decentralized interface to the safety control system, enabling simple and scalable automation.


News Oct 12, 2025 by Seth Price
IDEC Releases Illuminated, Low-Voltage Emergency Stop Switches

IDEC Releases Illuminated, Low-Voltage Emergency Stop Switches

IDEC has expanded its XW and XA series of emergency stop buttons with 3 - 6 V DC illuminated models for use in battery-powered and low-voltage equipment.


News Oct 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson’s Guardian Virtual Advisor Brings AI to Lifecycle Management

Emerson’s Guardian Virtual Advisor Brings AI to Lifecycle Management

Built on Emerson’s Guardian Digital Platform, the AI Virtual Advisor gives direct answers, system health scoring, and predictive maintenance guidance.


News Oct 01, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
ABB Gives Robots “Eyes,” Enhancing Machine Sensing and Perception

ABB Gives Robots “Eyes,” Enhancing Machine Sensing and Perception

ABB Robotics’ new OmniCore EyeMotion is a fully integrated vision system that combines hardware and software, enabling OmniCore-powered robots to “see” and interact with their environment.


News Sep 30, 2025 by Seth Price
A Look at Turck’s Safety Barriers and IO-Link Capable Level Radar Sensors

A Look at Turck’s Safety Barriers and IO-Link Capable Level Radar Sensors

Turck’s IMX18 safety barriers are designed for compact control cabinet setups, while the LRS510 level radar sensors with IO-Link are built for precise level measurements up to 10 m.


News Sep 27, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo