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AutomationDirect Brings New CPUs, Embedded I/O, to Productivity PLCs

AutomationDirect Brings New CPUs, Embedded I/O, to Productivity PLCs

The Productivity1000 PLC lineup from AutomationDirect has been expanded with two new CPU modules, a mini PLC family that features digital and analog embedded I/O, and new software features.


News Oct 30, 2025 by David Peterson
AI-Powered Vision Comes to ABB’s RobotStudio

AI-Powered Vision Comes to ABB’s RobotStudio

LandingAI’s LandingLens joins ABB’s RobotStudio, bringing no-code AI vision to robotics for defect detection, sorting, and quality checks.


News Oct 03, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Igus Presents: Plastics in Motion at PACK EXPO

Igus Presents: Plastics in Motion at PACK EXPO

Most motion control relies on metal and proper lubrication, but igus presented a host of solutions that display the strength of plastic in motion components and robotic assemblies.


News Oct 02, 2025 by David Peterson
Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Pepperl+Fuchs Expands Wireless Sensor Node With Volt-Free Contacts

Now, in addition to wireless sensors, two volt-free contacts can be connected to Pepperl+Fuchs’ LoRaWAN wireless sensor node, enhancing long-range data transmission possibilities in existing control systems.


News Sep 16, 2025 by Seth Price
LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

LS Electric Launches “Super High-Efficiency” IE5-Rated Motors

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.


News Jul 29, 2025 by Seth Price
Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

Rockwell Automation Launches Edge Gateway To Optimize Data Processing

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.


News Jul 02, 2025 by Seth Price
ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

ATEX-IECEx Approved Terminal Blocks for Explosive Environments

Altech Corporation has released a new line of ATEX-IECEx approved terminal blocks for use in explosive environments. The release includes different terminal block models, including push-in, spring/cage clamp, and screw clamp types.


News Jun 26, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Gefran Tackles Factory Complexity with the G-Mation P6 PLC Platform

Gefran Tackles Factory Complexity with the G-Mation P6 PLC Platform

Gefran’s new G-Mation P6 platform simplifies industrial automation with app-based flexibility, cloud integration, and real-time control.


News Jun 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Carlo Gavazzi Introduces Ultrasonic Sensors With IO-Link Communication

Carlo Gavazzi Introduces Ultrasonic Sensors With IO-Link Communication

Carlo Gavazzi has released three new series of ultrasonic sensors, all with IO-Link communication. The sensors can detect objects with transparent, reflective, dirty, and other challenging surfaces.


News May 14, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pilz Expands myPNOZ Safety Relay with Versatile Modules for Smarter, Safer Automation

Pilz Expands myPNOZ Safety Relay with Versatile Modules for Smarter, Safer Automation

Pilz’s upgraded myPNOZ safety relay adds new modules for flexible machine protection, reducing downtime and increasing efficiency across complex systems.


News May 08, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer Releases OM60 Precision-Focused Laser Distance Sensor

Baumer has released the OM60 laser distance sensor, a highly accurate and adjustable laser distance sensor for use in inspection, measurement, and position control applications.


News Mar 21, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering Expands Offerings To Meet Modern Automation Demands

Banner Engineering has released three new products, including a multicolor LED spotlight, multicolor control indication lights, and a series of high-amperage M12 connectors.


News Mar 01, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
SMC Unveils Manual and Automatic Tool Changers for Cobot Applications

SMC Unveils Manual and Automatic Tool Changers for Cobot Applications

Both the RMTM manual tool changer series and the RMTA automatic tool changer series are designed to bring greater versatility and efficiency to end tool exchanges in collaborative robot applications.


News Feb 06, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Emerson Introduces Dew Point Sensor for Pneumatic System Air Quality

Emerson Introduces Dew Point Sensor for Pneumatic System Air Quality

Discover how Emerson's new AVENTICS DS1 dew point sensor enhances air quality monitoring in pneumatic systems, protecting equipment and reducing costs and downtime.


News Jan 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Aerotech Launches Miniature Hexapod for Precise Motion Control

Aerotech Launches Miniature Hexapod for Precise Motion Control

Aerotech’s new miniature Hexapod is a six degree-of-freedom positioning system that offers quick, precise motions for the semiconductor industry and optical alignment applications.


News Jan 17, 2025 by Seth Price
Turck Expands TNIC Line of Industrial Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

Turck Expands TNIC Line of Industrial Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

Turck has added new unmanaged switches to its TNIC series. These Ethernet switches are compact, rugged, and feature a wide operating temperature and voltage range, making them suitable for various industrial applications.


News Jan 05, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Autonics Releases UTR Series of Cylindrical Ultrasonic Sensors

Autonics Releases UTR Series of Cylindrical Ultrasonic Sensors

The new ultrasonic sensors feature a long sensing distance, a customizable detection width, and a durable IP-rated design, making them suitable for detection applications across industries.


News Dec 20, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Banner Adds New Communication Options to TL70 Pro Tower Lights

Banner Adds New Communication Options to TL70 Pro Tower Lights

Banner has expanded its lighting and indication catalog to include new TL70 Pro tower lights. The latest additions feature Modbus RTU, Ethernet, and Power over Ethernet models.


News Nov 28, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
WERMA Expands MC Beacon Series To Include Touch and Smart Functions

WERMA Expands MC Beacon Series To Include Touch and Smart Functions

The MC55 Touch and MC55 Touch Smart are the latest additions to WERMA’s MC series of LED installation beacons. The new beacons feature up to seven colors, smart software, and touch input capabilities.


News Nov 28, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

B&R Enhances Coding With New Automation Studio Code and Copilot

The new Automation Studio Code and Copilot environment make building code easier and more efficient via generative AI and cloud-based collaboration.


News Nov 24, 2024 by Seth Price