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Turck Presents Smart ID, Sensing, and Fieldbus Solutions at PACK EXPO

Turck Presents Smart ID, Sensing, and Fieldbus Solutions at PACK EXPO

Turck’s PACK EXPO booth highlighted RFID for traceability, level sensing for process automation, and distributed I/O technologies for IIoT-ready packaging systems.


News Oct 05, 2025 by David Peterson
Introducing Gemu’s Multifunctional Valve Actuation Automation Module

Introducing Gemu’s Multifunctional Valve Actuation Automation Module

The Gemu 44A0 module combines a combi switchbox and position control with variants for basic, open/close applications and variants for complex applications where precision is paramount.


News Oct 05, 2025 by Seth Price
Banner Puts the Spotlight on Sensing and Signaling at PACK EXPO

Banner Puts the Spotlight on Sensing and Signaling at PACK EXPO

Banner Engineering showed off an impressive range of advanced sensors, safety, and signaling systems at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas: durable, smart, flexible; just right for the packaging industry.


News Oct 02, 2025 by David Peterson
A Look at Turck’s Safety Barriers and IO-Link Capable Level Radar Sensors

A Look at Turck’s Safety Barriers and IO-Link Capable Level Radar Sensors

Turck’s IMX18 safety barriers are designed for compact control cabinet setups, while the LRS510 level radar sensors with IO-Link are built for precise level measurements up to 10 m.


News Sep 27, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Telemecanique Sensors Introduces Ultrasonic Fork Sensor for Packaging

Telemecanique Sensors Introduces Ultrasonic Fork Sensor for Packaging

Ultrasonic waves can detect labels that optical sensors might miss. Telemecanique Sensors’ XUVU04 ultrasonic fork sensor is designed to detect various label types in compact setups and high-speed operations.


News Sep 23, 2025 by Seth Price
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
Baumer Acquires X-Sensors to Boost Sensor Innovation

Baumer Acquires X-Sensors to Boost Sensor Innovation

With X-Sensors, Baumer strengthens its sensor portfolio, boosting high-precision force and strain solutions for industrial and Industry 4.0 needs.


News Sep 15, 2025 by Bob Odhiambo
Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

Industry Partnerships Fuel Sustainability, Startups, and Cognitive Robotics

Phoenix Contact, Siemens, and Neura Robotics have all formed partnerships, aiming to cut inventory waste, fuel manufacturing-focused startups, and expand the use of cognitive robotics in Asian markets.


News Sep 13, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Leuze Expands LBK Radar with CIP Safety for Harsh Environments

Leuze Expands LBK Radar with CIP Safety for Harsh Environments

The Leuze LBK 3D radar system gains CIP Safety, offering robust human detection in dusty, smoky, or low-visibility areas while easing network integration.


News Sep 11, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Leuze’s Barcode Positioning System, Now With PROFIsafe Interface

Leuze’s Barcode Positioning System, Now With PROFIsafe Interface

Leuze’s FBPS 600i safe barcode reader now includes PROFIsafe interface, enabling direct connection to safety PLCs for positioning with Performance Level e in applications like crane positioning and assembly.


News Sep 09, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs Upgrades R1000 Distance Sensor, Now With PROFINET

Pepperl+Fuchs’ R1000 distance sensor now blends millimeter-level accuracy with native PROFINET support, making it a drop-in option for advanced motion and positioning tasks.


News Aug 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

Banner Delivers Compact Detection With Miniature Slot Sensor

The new BCS1 miniature slot sensor from Banner Engineering delivers fast and accurate position and motion detection in a compact and cost-efficient form factor.


News Aug 28, 2025 by Seth Price
Cool Under Pressure: Emerson’s 3144S Temp Transmitter

Cool Under Pressure: Emerson’s 3144S Temp Transmitter

Emerson’s 3144S ensures process reliability with 20-year stability, 0.05°C accuracy, and plug-and-play ReadyConnect sensor configuration.


News Aug 25, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Keyence UV Laser Delivers High Contrast Marking Without Damage

Keyence UV Laser Delivers High Contrast Marking Without Damage

Keyence’s MD-U series 3-axis laser marker enables precise, high-contrast engravings on a variety of hard-to-mark materials, thanks to ultraviolet.


News Aug 03, 2025 by Seth Price
Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Adds IO-Link to K50R Radar Sensors

Banner Engineering’s K50R radar sensor, designed as an alternative to long-range ultrasonic sensors, is now available with IO‑Link for simplified setup and remote configuration.


News Jul 23, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

SICK’s OD200 Tackles Tough Surfaces With Micron Precision

With its 3 kHz sampling, the OD200 ensures fast, accurate, and stable distance readings—even on difficult surfaces like carbon fiber and polished metal.


News Jul 19, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
SensoPart Updates VISOR Sensor Software With Enhanced Functionality

SensoPart Updates VISOR Sensor Software With Enhanced Functionality

SensoPart’s VISOR software-release 2.12 is designed to be smarter and faster than ever before. Key enhancements include a new shape find detector, caliper circle tool, and SensoConfig web-based configuration.


News Jul 14, 2025 by Seth Price
B&R Releases a Smart Camera with Hybrid AI-Vision for Real-Time Processing

B&R Releases a Smart Camera with Hybrid AI-Vision for Real-Time Processing

Designed for high-speed automated environments, this smart camera offers on-the-fly model switching, advanced vision functions, and rapid decision-making.


News Jul 05, 2025 by Stephanie Leonida
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
Baumer Unveils OT200 and OT330 Mini ToF Object Sensors

Baumer Unveils OT200 and OT330 Mini ToF Object Sensors

Discover Baumer’s miniature OT200 and OT330 ToF sensors, offering reliable, high-speed object detection without the need for a reflector.


News Jul 01, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich