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Turck Releases “Smart” IP67 Power Supplies With IO-Link Interface

Turck Releases “Smart” IP67 Power Supplies With IO-Link Interface

Turck has added IP67 power supplies with upgraded features and benefits to its portfolio. Now available in “smart” and standard variations, these power supplies are designed to increase convenience and efficiency.


News Nov 03, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Aerotech Adds New Servo Drives to XA4 PWM Series

Aerotech Adds New Servo Drives to XA4 PWM Series

Aerotech has expanded its existing Automation1 XA4 PWM servo drive series. The new drives are configurable and can control up to four axes with coordinated motion — all in one compact, space-saving design.


News Nov 02, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Dragos Acquires Network Perception to Advance OT Network Visibility

Dragos Acquires Network Perception to Advance OT Network Visibility

The acquisition will combine the companies' complimentary cybersecurity products to enhance network security. Both companies will also benefit from combining their respective experience and customer base.


News Nov 01, 2024 by Seth Price
The Latest in 3D Printing: Speed-Modulated Ironing and Acoustic Holograms

The Latest in 3D Printing: Speed-Modulated Ironing and Acoustic Holograms

Researchers are continually making developments in 3D printing, leading to advancements in the production of objects with different translucency and textures being printed at higher speeds and efficiencies.


News Oct 31, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Beckhoff Redesigns Programmable Logic With New PLC++ Platform

Beckhoff Redesigns Programmable Logic With New PLC++ Platform

The PLC gets a facelift with the release of Beckhoff’s TwinCAT PLC++ platform that offers faster runtimes, rapid engineering project development, and an enhanced, user-inspired interface.


News Oct 30, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Belden’s New LioN-Safety I/O Modules Link Hardware for Quick Response

Belden’s New LioN-Safety I/O Modules Link Hardware for Quick Response

The new LioN-Safety I/O modules integrate with safety and non-safety I/O hardware to simplify and enhance process control.


News Oct 25, 2024 by Seth Price
Softing Industrial Upgrades Edge Products, Integrates OPC UA Information Modeling

Softing Industrial Upgrades Edge Products, Integrates OPC UA Information Modeling

Softing Industrial has integrated OPC Unified Architecture (UA) Information Modeling into its edge products and Secure Integration Server (SIS) to enhance functionality in Industrial IoT applications.


News Oct 25, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Leuze Adds Optical Character Verification to 1D/2D Code Readers

Leuze Adds Optical Character Verification to 1D/2D Code Readers

The new DCR 1048i sensor with optical character verification is capable of reading, locating, and validating not only barcodes but also human-readable text to verify print quality.


News Oct 22, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Baumer Acquires Flow Measurement Expert Manas Microsystems

Baumer Acquires Flow Measurement Expert Manas Microsystems

By acquiring Manas Microsystems, a leading manufacturer of flow meters in India, Baumer expands its portfolio of flow measurement solutions and extends its international market reach.


News Oct 22, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB Introduces Energy Efficiency Service To Optimize Robot Performance

ABB Introduces Energy Efficiency Service To Optimize Robot Performance

The new service consists of optimization, monitoring, and benchmarking tools to help companies achieve greater sustainability by improving the energy efficiency of robots.


News Oct 20, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Fabrication Technologies Rock the Scene at FABTECH 2024

Fabrication Technologies Rock the Scene at FABTECH 2024

Check out some of the highlights you might have missed from North America’s largest show dedicated to fabrication, metalworking, welding, and finishing.


News Oct 19, 2024 by David Peterson
Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Pilz has added to its portfolio of safe automation solutions with a new compact safety gate system and new input and output modules for the PNOZmulti 2 safe small controller.


News Oct 18, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Control Station Unveils System Health Monitoring Service for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

Control Station Unveils System Health Monitoring Service for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

The new service utilizes the company's PlantESP Loop Performance Monitoring solution to provide companies with operational insights to maximize plant health and performance.


News Oct 17, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Baumer Launches IX Series of “All-In-One” GigE Vision Industrial Cameras

Baumer Launches IX Series of “All-In-One” GigE Vision Industrial Cameras

The newest series of ultra-compact, space-saving industrial cameras integrate all of the components for image acquisition into a single housing, making for a simple and user-friendly machine vision solution.


News Oct 17, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Kollmorgen Releases Next-Generation Programmable Motion Controller

Kollmorgen Releases Next-Generation Programmable Motion Controller

Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and integrated programming abilities. Check out Kollmorgen's latest motion controller, the PCMM2G.


News Oct 13, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
wenglor’s New Ring Light and Dark Field Attachment Assist Machine Vision

wenglor’s New Ring Light and Dark Field Attachment Assist Machine Vision

With the use of wenglor’s new LRL ring light, machine vision inspection tasks are made easier through bright lights and dark field illumination.


News Oct 12, 2024 by Seth Price
KEB Automation Upgrades Drive Controllers and Servo Drives

KEB Automation Upgrades Drive Controllers and Servo Drives

KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include hardware and software-based updates focused on efficiency and usability.


News Oct 10, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Balluff Simplifies Position Detection With New BMF T-Slot Magnetic Sensors

Balluff Simplifies Position Detection With New BMF T-Slot Magnetic Sensors

The new BMF line of T-slot magnetic sensors from Balluff is designed to bring simplicity and cost efficiency to non-contact position measurement for pneumatic cylinders and robotic grippers.


News Oct 03, 2024 by Seth Price
Banner Engineering Releases S15L Pro Series In-Line Sensor Status Indicator

Banner Engineering Releases S15L Pro Series In-Line Sensor Status Indicator

The new in-line sensor indicator from Banner Engineering is designed to help users facilitate easy-to-see visual machine status indication and troubleshoot automated systems.


News Sep 27, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Bihl+Wiedemann Expands ASi-5 Counter Family With New Compact Module

Bihl+Wiedemann Expands ASi-5 Counter Family With New Compact Module

Thanks to its compact design, Bihl+Wiedemann's newest addition to its family of ASi-5 counter modules offers manufacturers greater flexibility and cost-effectiveness for small-scale applications.


News Sep 26, 2024 by Austin Futrell