Latest Motors & Motion Controls News

ABB has expanded its line of Baldor-Reliance EC Titanium motors designed for HVAC and pumping systems to include IEC…

ABB has expanded its line of Baldor-Reliance EC Titanium motors designed for HVAC and pumping systems to include IEC frame types, making the award-winning product lineup even more flexible for customer applications.

The BMW Group announced that it will begin utilizing Realtime Robotics' robotic systems and software for more efficient…

The BMW Group announced that it will begin utilizing Realtime Robotics' robotic systems and software for more efficient motion planning and collision-free tandem operation of their industrial robots.

Among the technologies demonstrated at the recent ATX West show in Anaheim, CA, were conveyor systems relying not on…

Among the technologies demonstrated at the recent ATX West show in Anaheim, CA, were conveyor systems relying not on geared or belted tracks but rather on coil-driven magnets, providing control and feedback.

CUI Devices' new AMT13A series of incremental encoders addresses silicon lead time issues and increases the range of…

CUI Devices' new AMT13A series of incremental encoders addresses silicon lead time issues and increases the range of shaft sizes available to customers.

Hosted by IMEngineering West in Anaheim, CA on Feb 7-9, the Automation Technology Expo (ATX) West is quickly approaching.…

Hosted by IMEngineering West in Anaheim, CA on Feb 7-9, the Automation Technology Expo (ATX) West is quickly approaching. Check out some of the innovative factory automation and robotic solutions to be demonstrated on the show floor.

Teledyne e2v has released the Hydra 3D+, a 3D ToF CMOS image sensor capable of improved performance over previous 3D…

Teledyne e2v has released the Hydra 3D+, a 3D ToF CMOS image sensor capable of improved performance over previous 3D sensing devices.

CUI Devices has expanded its product line of motion and control components, offering a new family of shaft and shaftless…

CUI Devices has expanded its product line of motion and control components, offering a new family of shaft and shaftless potentiometers that come in different varieties with varying resistance ratings.

Mechanical devices can harbor environments that encourage the growth of bacteria, which is why designing hygienic…

Mechanical devices can harbor environments that encourage the growth of bacteria, which is why designing hygienic equipment is crucial for sterile production lines. Enter WITTENSTEIN's newest servo actuators.

SMC has developed a size 16 AC servo motor for applications which require high accuracy and low power consumption, fit…

SMC has developed a size 16 AC servo motor for applications which require high accuracy and low power consumption, fit for use in machining, packaging, and assembling operations.

Rockwell has expanded its Armor product family as part of their On-Machine solutions. The products are designed to be…

Rockwell has expanded its Armor product family as part of their On-Machine solutions. The products are designed to be mounted on the machine or in the field, greatly reducing occupied space in the cabinet.

Last week, we went boots on the ground and hit the streets in Chicago (ok, hit the show floor) to find out what exciting…

Last week, we went boots on the ground and hit the streets in Chicago (ok, hit the show floor) to find out what exciting trends and technologies will be addressed by the leading manufacturers in 2023.

With all-electric trucks, mustangs, and vans, Ford has expanded its product offerings to fit the evolving consumer…

With all-electric trucks, mustangs, and vans, Ford has expanded its product offerings to fit the evolving consumer market. In order to meet the growing demands, Ford has selected Rockwell to aid in electric vehicle production.

Most engineers are not intimidated by simple mathematics, but when designing mission-critical systems, it’s important…

Most engineers are not intimidated by simple mathematics, but when designing mission-critical systems, it’s important to have easy access to reliable tools and calculators. Introducing our first new set of tools designed for control engineers.

Control Automation is proud to announce updates to several chapters of our popular online textbook. Check out the…

Control Automation is proud to announce updates to several chapters of our popular online textbook. Check out the improvements in the PLC, Feedback Control, and Power Generation sections.

Increasing motor speed is critical in many situations, but it also poses serious risks in both electrical and mechanical…

Increasing motor speed is critical in many situations, but it also poses serious risks in both electrical and mechanical performance if not driven properly. Enter Rockwell Automation’s new PowerFlex 6000T.

Rockwell has expanded its offering with the FactoryTalk Motion Analyzer software, a new automation simulator, and its…

Rockwell has expanded its offering with the FactoryTalk Motion Analyzer software, a new automation simulator, and its expanded Threat Detection Managed Services for enhanced condition monitoring and cybersecurity.

ABB expanded its Ability Smart Sensor capabilities to allow customers to perform predictive and preventative maintenance…

ABB expanded its Ability Smart Sensor capabilities to allow customers to perform predictive and preventative maintenance for not only powertrain equipment, but now general machinery and industrial motors.

Rockwell Automation announced plans to acquire the electromechanical solutions provider, CUBIC, to promote intelligent…

Rockwell Automation announced plans to acquire the electromechanical solutions provider, CUBIC, to promote intelligent motor control offerings worldwide.

Bosch Rexroth announces the expansion of its operations with a new manufacturing facility in Queretaro, Mexico, hoping to…

Bosch Rexroth announces the expansion of its operations with a new manufacturing facility in Queretaro, Mexico, hoping to expand its share in the industrial automation market in North America.