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Seeing Is Believing: Balluff’s BOS 6K Sensors Shine Bright

Seeing Is Believing: Balluff’s BOS 6K Sensors Shine Bright

Balluff's BOS 6K sensor line offers high-speed, optoelectronic detection options—TOF, color, contrast, and more—all with a compact, interchangeable design.


News Mar 27, 2025 by Seth Price
NVIDIA’s AI Innovations Power the Future of Robotics

NVIDIA’s AI Innovations Power the Future of Robotics

NVIDIA advances robotics in healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing with AI, machine vision, and digital twins, enabling precision, efficiency, and automation.


News Mar 25, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
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
ProMat 2025: The Final Days of the Show

ProMat 2025: The Final Days of the Show

The ProMat trade show was filled with exciting technology, and it was all moving! Conveyors, AMRs, robots… Keeping the supply chain in motion with over 1000 exhibitors and demonstrations.


News Mar 20, 2025 by David Peterson
ProMat: Material Handling, Supply Chain, and Logistics Technology

ProMat: Material Handling, Supply Chain, and Logistics Technology

Highlights of the first days of the ProMat trade show in Chicago, including demonstrations from Murrelektronik, Yaskawa, SEW-Eurodrive, and new products from Schneider.


News Mar 18, 2025 by David Peterson
Datalogic Releases the Matrix 220 XAI Code Reader With AI and Auto Setup

Datalogic Releases the Matrix 220 XAI Code Reader With AI and Auto Setup

The newest barcode reader from Datalogic utilizes AI for increased throughput in direct part marking (DPM) applications. The barcode reader is also designed for quick and intuitive deployment with auto setup.


News Mar 17, 2025 by Seth Price
Adlink and Lips Develop 3D AI Vision Sensing Solution for AMR Applications

Adlink and Lips Develop 3D AI Vision Sensing Solution for AMR Applications

Adlink and Lips have teamed up to create a 3D AI vision sensing solution for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) powered by Nvidia Isaac Perceptor. The new solution is designed for use in manufacturing and logistics.


News Mar 15, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Advancing Automation: SMC Launches C55 Cylinders and D-MPG Sensors

Advancing Automation: SMC Launches C55 Cylinders and D-MPG Sensors

SMC's new C55 Series cylinders and D-MPG position sensors promise enhanced precision, efficiency, and versatility in industrial automation applications.


News Mar 14, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Festo’s VEMD Expands Gas Control with Software Configuration

Festo’s VEMD Expands Gas Control with Software Configuration

The latest VEMD Mass Flow Controller enables software-based gas selection, reducing hardware needs and enhancing flexibility for industrial gas flow management.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Seth Price
AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect Adds Expansion Modules To CLICK PLC Family

AutomationDirect has released four new modules for the CLICK PLC that enable IIoT application expansion, TTL signals, and analog simulations.


News Mar 11, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Leuze: a Laser Scanner with More Flexible Memory and Connectivity

Leuze: a Laser Scanner with More Flexible Memory and Connectivity

The new RSL 200 safety laser scanner, which will be showcased at the upcoming LogiMAT show, promises flexible configuration via Bluetooth and USB, as well as a removable memory module.


News Mar 06, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Compact and Speedy: Mitsubishi Electric Rolls Out New SCARA Robots

Compact and Speedy: Mitsubishi Electric Rolls Out New SCARA Robots

The latest additions to Mitsubishi Electric’s SCARA robots deliver high-speed automation in a smaller and lighter package than the company’s earlier models.


News Mar 05, 2025 by Seth Price
Building Custom M12 Sensor Cables? Banner Has an Easy Solution

Building Custom M12 Sensor Cables? Banner Has an Easy Solution

Ease the frustration of soldering and terminal screws to create reliable M12 cables for field wiring with the new slide-lock connectors from Banner Engineering.


News Mar 05, 2025 by David Peterson
Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson Releases Cost-Effective, Entry-Level Data Acquisition Solutions

Emerson has doubled down on data acquisition with the release of two new compact Ethernet chassis and an analog input module, along with the launch of a GitHub repository for creating FlexLogger add-ons.


News Mar 02, 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
Nulogy Launches Smart Factory To Improve Manufacturing Efficiency

Nulogy Launches Smart Factory To Improve Manufacturing Efficiency

The newest plug-and-play Smart Factory solution from Nulogy is focused on providing manufacturers with real-time insights that can be used to boost operational efficiency.


News Feb 28, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Simplify Sensor Wiring With Autonics PT Series Sensor Distribution Boxes

Autonics’ new PT series 5-pin M12 connector sensor distribution boxes are designed to simplify complex sensor wiring by supplying power and transmitting signals through a single source.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Advanced Robot Vision Tech from Nikon Debuts at CES 2025

Advanced Robot Vision Tech from Nikon Debuts at CES 2025

Nikon's latest robot vision system features high-speed 2D/3D imaging, precise tracking, and automated bin-picking, enhancing efficiency in industrial robotics.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Soft Landings, Hard Results: SMC’s new ZP3B_M Magnet Buffer

Soft Landings, Hard Results: SMC’s new ZP3B_M Magnet Buffer

Magnetic buffers, such as the SMC's ZP3B_M series, outperform spring buffers in automation due to consistent force, cleanliness, and longevity.


News Feb 24, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Precision in Motion: Oriental Motor’s Latest Advancements

Precision in Motion: Oriental Motor’s Latest Advancements

Oriental Motor's new rotary encoders and enhanced DGII actuator compatibility offer greater precision and simplified integration.


News Feb 21, 2025 by Austin Futrell