The new motor analytics software uses motor current signature analysis and machine learning to predict motor and pump issues in advance, without requiring…
The new motor analytics software uses motor current signature analysis and machine learning to predict motor and pump issues in advance, without requiring motor-mounted sensors.
The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion…
The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion Monitor 3.0 firmware expands functional safety for Kollmorgen’s linear motors and axes.
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…
Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.
The new W22 water-cooled motor line uses liquid cooling to deliver high power density, low noise, and reliable operation…
The new W22 water-cooled motor line uses liquid cooling to deliver high power density, low noise, and reliable operation in space-constrained and harsh environments.
Purdue University researchers have found inspiration in a common child’s toy: fidget poppers. The toy’s bistable…
Purdue University researchers have found inspiration in a common child’s toy: fidget poppers. The toy’s bistable actuation has been applied to robot grippers and legs for use in challenging environments.
The five-port IP67 unmanaged Ethernet switch includes M12 X-coded and A-coded connectors with PoE+ options, enabling…
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.
Emerson has designed its PACSystems RX3i CPS400 safety controller to be a compact and intuitive solution to enable IEC…
Emerson has designed its PACSystems RX3i CPS400 safety controller to be a compact and intuitive solution to enable IEC 61508 Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL2) design in the process automation industry.
Columbia University researchers have opened the door to robotic self-assembly and repair. Robots can now “consume”…
Columbia University researchers have opened the door to robotic self-assembly and repair. Robots can now “consume” other robots and robot parts in a process called Robot Metabolism.
LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the…
LS Electric has released its first IE5-rated “super high-efficiency” motor. The new motor is designed to meet the modern demands of energy efficiency, particularly in high-energy industries like cement and steel.
The PMG93 CAM is Baumer’s newest digital cam switch designed to simplify heavy duty hoist and winch applications. Users…
The PMG93 CAM is Baumer’s newest digital cam switch designed to simplify heavy duty hoist and winch applications. Users simply need a laptop with an Ethernet interface and a web browser.
A new collaboration between NEURA and Hyundai brings AI-powered humanoid and four-legged robots to challenging…
A new collaboration between NEURA and Hyundai brings AI-powered humanoid and four-legged robots to challenging shipbuilding environments.
Dunkermotoren’s new Quasi Absolute Encoder (QAE) software feature enables accurate positioning even during a power…
Dunkermotoren’s new Quasi Absolute Encoder (QAE) software feature enables accurate positioning even during a power failure, all without the need for batteries.
The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with…
The OptixEdge gateway is Rockwell Automation's newest solution focused on data. The gateway comes equipped with preinstalled software and processes real-time data at the source.
Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also…
Yokogawa doubles down on AI and autonomous operations with the latest release of its Centum DCS. The company has also partnered with Shell to develop a robotic and AI plant monitoring and maintenance solution.
Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations…
Fluke’s laser shaft alignment tools include a tablet, app, and alignment heads. The technology aims to make operations precise and efficient by reducing energy use and maintenance costs caused by shaft misalignment.
Emerson’s DeltaV version 15 Feature Pack 3 improves process control with new simulation tools, enhanced version…
Emerson’s DeltaV version 15 Feature Pack 3 improves process control with new simulation tools, enhanced version control, and support for PROFINET S2 redundancy.
The new Axial AX300 edge server from OnLogic is designed to provide businesses of all sizes with powerful, secure, and…
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.
Milrem Robotics and Hanwha Aerospace join forces to develop robotic combat vehicles, while L3Harris Technologies launches…
Milrem Robotics and Hanwha Aerospace join forces to develop robotic combat vehicles, while L3Harris Technologies launches a new rocket engine and military asset software.
Rockwell Automation has opened a new lab in Prague, Czech Republic specifically for research and development. The lab’s…
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.
The U.S. Department of Energy has updated its energy conservation standards for expanded scope electric motors, effective…
The U.S. Department of Energy has updated its energy conservation standards for expanded scope electric motors, effective April 7, 2025, with compliance required by January 1, 2029.