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New LM3S Electric Cylinders Give SEW-Eurodrive More Linear Force

New LM3S Electric Cylinders Give SEW-Eurodrive More Linear Force

The third-generation LM3S from SEW-Eurodrive adds up to 26 kN of force, strokes to 1,200 mm, flexible motor integration, and reduced routine maintenance.


News Oct 10, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Sanyo Denki Adds EtherCAT to New Multi-Axis Stepping Drivers

Sanyo Denki Adds EtherCAT to New Multi-Axis Stepping Drivers

Sanyo Denki's new Sanmotion F stepping drivers combine two- or four-axis control with EtherCAT, delivering up to 17% more torque and 20% less vibration.


News Oct 03, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
The Omron M1 Inverter: Scalable AC Motor Control With Integrated Safety

The Omron M1 Inverter: Scalable AC Motor Control With Integrated Safety

Omron Automation’s M1 Inverter family targets general AC motor control applications, providing a flexible VFD solution with support for integrated safety and industrial protocols.


News Sep 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Oriental Motor Announces Mobile Robot Controller for AMRs and AGVs

Oriental Motor Announces Mobile Robot Controller for AMRs and AGVs

The MVC01 controller combines onboard kinematics modeling with built-in IMU gyro odometry to enhance AMR and AGV navigation.


News Sep 14, 2026 by Seth Price
KEB One Cable Technology Combines Motor Power and Feedback

KEB One Cable Technology Combines Motor Power and Feedback

A single cable now carries power and encoder feedback between KEB S6 and F6 drives and TA and DL3 motors, simplifying wiring on multi-axis machines.


News Sep 11, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Dunkermotoren Puts Motion Control Inside Its New dGo Motors

Dunkermotoren Puts Motion Control Inside Its New dGo Motors

Factory-programmed dGo motors combine brushless DC power with built-in motion control for repeatable applications such as conveyors, pumps, and cooling fans.


News Sep 05, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
NORD Drivesystems Adds New Safety Functions to NORDAC ON VFDs

NORD Drivesystems Adds New Safety Functions to NORDAC ON VFDs

New motion-safety functions for NORDAC ON VFDs enable safe speed control, monitoring, and stopping while supporting PROFIsafe and FSoE industrial Ethernet networks.


News Sep 02, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB’s New Severe-Duty Motors Deliver NEMA Premium 4 Efficiency

ABB’s New Severe-Duty Motors Deliver NEMA Premium 4 Efficiency

ABB has updated its SD200 severe-duty motor platform with a high-efficiency version to comply with the U.S. Department of Energy's upcoming 2027 motor efficiency requirements.


News Aug 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Ametek Releases Linear Position Sensor Series With IO-Link

Ametek Releases Linear Position Sensor Series With IO-Link

Ametek expands its GEMCO 953 series with the 953I, bringing IO-Link connectivity to linear position sensors built for hydraulic cylinders in harsh environments.


News Aug 15, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Festo’s Cold-Rated Electric Linear Axis Targets Deep-Freeze Environments

Festo’s Cold-Rated Electric Linear Axis Targets Deep-Freeze Environments

The new ELGA-TB actuator operates in sub-zero conditions down to -30°C without requiring heated housing or bulky motor setups.


News Aug 13, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Oriental Motor Adds Z-Axis Motion to OVR and SCARA Robots

Oriental Motor Adds Z-Axis Motion to OVR and SCARA Robots

Add controlled vertical motion to OVR and SCARA robots with Oriental Motor's EL Series electric lifting columns, available in four lift heights.


News Aug 12, 2026 by Seth Price
Delta Motion Gets RMC Controllers Into Shape With Trapezoid Command

Delta Motion Gets RMC Controllers Into Shape With Trapezoid Command

The company has added a Trapezoid Waveform Command to its RMC motion controllers, providing configurable cyclic position, pressure, and force profiles for testing applications.


News Aug 06, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Nord Expands NORDAC Pro VFD Line to Support Motors up to 200 HP

Nord Expands NORDAC Pro VFD Line to Support Motors up to 200 HP

A single VFD family now supports motors from 0.33 to 200 hp, helping simplify machine design, commissioning, and maintenance across applications.


News Aug 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Mitsubishi Electric Simplifies Machine Control With MELSEC MX Controllers

Mitsubishi Electric Simplifies Machine Control With MELSEC MX Controllers

The new controllers combine sequence, motion, and network control into a single, multi-core platform capable of supporting up to 256 axes.


News Jul 31, 2026 by Seth Price
Danfoss Releases Water-Dedicated Variable Frequency Drive Portfolio

Danfoss Releases Water-Dedicated Variable Frequency Drive Portfolio

The iC7-Aqua is a VFD engineered for water management systems. It includes built-in protection features for pumping equipment and has been built to reduce energy consumption.


News Jul 19, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Applied Motion Products Keeps Automation Moving With New Motion Control Platforms

Applied Motion Products Keeps Automation Moving With New Motion Control Platforms

At Automate 2026, the company expanded its automation lineup with three new platforms: the MCA6 Motion PLC, MET2 Remote I/O System, and AK Series StepSERVO drives.


News Jul 12, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Your Exclusive How-to Guide for Control Automation Day 2026

Your Exclusive How-to Guide for Control Automation Day 2026

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2026, custom-built for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!


News Jul 09, 2026 by David Peterson
Infinitum Upgrades Aircore EC+ for Efficient Motor Control

Infinitum Upgrades Aircore EC+ for Efficient Motor Control

The Aircore EC+ from Infinitum delivers compact, high-efficiency EC motor performance with harmonic reduction and IP65 protection.


News Jul 09, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Keyence Brings Smarter Pneumatic Control With CS/SP Series

Keyence Brings Smarter Pneumatic Control With CS/SP Series

New CS/SP Series from Keyence delivers smart pneumatic control through real-time sensing, automated airflow management, and built-in diagnostics.


News Jul 05, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Automate 2026: Elmo Motion Control Spotlights “Multi-Axis Compactness”

Automate 2026: Elmo Motion Control Spotlights “Multi-Axis Compactness”

The company expanded its Platinum servo drive line and launched its Titanium line, featuring a new motion controller and single- and multi-axis drives.


News Jul 01, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich