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New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

New Omron VHV5 Barcode Reader Simplifies Setup and Boosts Speed

Omron’s VHV5 barcode reader offers fast setup, powerful code reading, and rugged performance for high-speed, high-demand factory environments.


News Jun 25, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the development and scaling of AI-powered machine vision applications.


News Jun 21, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Smart Radar System Automates Bin and Tank Monitoring

Bitmasked Automation's LevelCommand uses radar sensors for hands-free, remote material monitoring across agriculture, industry, and food sectors.


News Jun 16, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

Fluke’s Shaft Alignment Tools Combat Unexpected Costs and Maintenance

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.


News Jun 15, 2025 by Seth Price
Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller Introduces Cubeseries Industrial Relays for Universal Use

Weidmüller USA’s industrial relay module series is designed to switch small industrial loads in a variety of applications across industries. The modules feature push-in and screw connection options for simple and versatile setup.


News Jun 13, 2025 by Seth Price
Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Latest Partnerships and Acquisitions Focus on Robotics, Metrology, and AI

Addverb adopts Infineon’s Bluetooth low energy technology for safer warehouse robotics, AMETEK acquires FARO to expand its presence of 3D imaging and measurement, and Fictiv joins Misumi to scale AI-driven manufacturing.


News Jun 12, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK Releases an Absolute Encoder With PROFINET Interface

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple integration and precise, reliable measurement in a variety of motion control applications.


News Jun 06, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor Sensors Target Glossy and Reflective Surfaces

Wenglor Sensors Target Glossy and Reflective Surfaces

Wenglor unveils a blue laser ToF sensor and gloss sensor to boost factory accuracy on tricky materials like shiny metal and transparent film.


News Jun 05, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Carlo Gavazzi Releases Photoelectric Amplifier With Multiplexing Capability

Carlo Gavazzi Releases Photoelectric Amplifier With Multiplexing Capability

Carlo Gavazzi has released an amplification module for combining multiple photoelectric sensors without crosstalk and with integrated diagnostics per channel.


News Jun 04, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Amazon’s Vulcan Robot is Set to Revolutionize Order Fulfillment

Amazon’s Vulcan Robot is Set to Revolutionize Order Fulfillment

Amazon announced that its Vulcan pick-and-stow robots have progressed to beta testing after completing a pilot trial at one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers in Spokane, Washington.


News Jun 02, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
Autonics Debuts Contactless Linear Inductive Sensors

Autonics Debuts Contactless Linear Inductive Sensors

LPD series sensors from Autonics measure metallic object positions from 14–103 mm with analog output and rugged IP67 housing.


News May 29, 2025 by Seth Price
Leuze Launches RFID Readers With IO-Link and NFC Functionality

Leuze Launches RFID Readers With IO-Link and NFC Functionality

Leuze has expanded its identification portfolio to include two new lines of RFID readers, the RDH 100 with a compact build and the RDH 200 with near field communication (NFC) technology.


News May 27, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Automate Highlight Series: Sonair Brings Sound Sensing to AMRs

Automate Highlight Series: Sonair Brings Sound Sensing to AMRs

Check out the amazing power of high-frequency sound, used to detect a complete 3D environment and developed to increase safety in sensing for autonomous robots.


News May 27, 2025 by David Peterson
Wenglor Launches Reflex Sensors That Go the Distance

Wenglor Launches Reflex Sensors That Go the Distance

The new P1PH9 reflex sensors use time-of-flight technology to detect objects up to 2.5 m away, even with interference. The sensors feature a large light spot that can detect various shaped objects.


News May 26, 2025 by Seth Price
FANUC and Inbolt Automate Moving Assembly Lines With Robots

FANUC and Inbolt Automate Moving Assembly Lines With Robots

FANUC robots can now perform tasks on a moving assembly line thanks to Inbolt’s mountable 3D-vision system, powered by AI. The collaboration between the companies’ technology was on display at Automate 2025.


News May 19, 2025 by Seth Price
Rileva ME and ACE-120 Mark Arduino’s Industrial Shift

Rileva ME and ACE-120 Mark Arduino’s Industrial Shift

Arduino debuts Rileva ME, ACE-120, and new industrial partnerships at Automate 2025, signaling its growing focus on automation and engineering education.


News May 16, 2025 by Seth Price
Smart, Scalable Remote I/O: WEG Launches RUW200 System

Smart, Scalable Remote I/O: WEG Launches RUW200 System

RUW200 enables scalable, IoT-ready automation with plug-and-play expansion, cloud connectivity, and broad PLC compatibility for Industry 4.0 systems.


News May 15, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Sonair Invigorates AMR Perception with 3D Ultrasonic Tech: ADAR

Sonair Invigorates AMR Perception with 3D Ultrasonic Tech: ADAR

Sonair debuts a pioneering sensor tech, ADAR: a first-of-its-kind, three-dimensional ultrasonic technology that challenges the capabilities of conventional LiDAR perception.


News May 15, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
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
Banner Launches 3-Axis Vibration Sensors for Predictive Maintenance

Banner Launches 3-Axis Vibration Sensors for Predictive Maintenance

The new QM30VT3 sensor series from Banner Engineering features 3-axis vibration monitoring, making the shift from reactive to predictive maintenance simple.


News May 13, 2025 by Seth Price