The Conveyor | December 2025 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

From compact wiring components and ruggedized sensors to autonomous robots, edge computing platforms, and workforce initiatives, December’s automation headlines reflect an industry balancing near-term practicality with long-term transformation. This month’s developments span control hardware, industrial networking, robotics, and smart manufacturing, highlighting how suppliers are addressing space constraints, skills shortages, energy efficiency, and the growing role of AI across modern industrial systems.

 

Slim M12 Splitters Simplify Sensor Wiring in Tight Enclosures

AutomationDirect releases space-saving M12 Y-splitters designed to reduce cabling clutter and fit into narrow industrial enclosures. See More

 

Cincoze Debuts DIN Rail Computer Series for Smart Manufacturing

The new P2202 and P1201 series provide high-performance edge computing in a compact, fanless DIN rail form factor for smart factories. See More

 

Industrial Control Panels Get a Boost with 2585 Series Relays

WAGO expands its interface portfolio with 2585 Series relays built for dense panels, fast wiring, and long-term reliability. See More

 

 

Introducing the AT_00018: Autonox's Non-Vendor-Specific Industrial Robot

Autonox releases a non-vendor-specific industrial robot with six degrees of freedom and a 280 kg payload capacity. See More

 

Weidmuller Configurator Simplifies Control System Design

Weidmuller’s new web-based DIN rail configurator tool provides visual design and installation instructions to speed up panel design. See More

 

Werma Upgrades Industrial Signaling for Greater Flexibility and Visibility

Werma adds a high-dome design to its MC55 signal lights and integrates PROFINET into its eSIGN LED signal towers. See More

 

Gefran's HWJ and HMJ Transmitters Tackle Extreme Polymer Heat

Gefran introduces new pressure and temperature transmitters designed to withstand the harsh environments of polymer processing. See More

 

ABB Taps IPEC's AI to Detect Early Failures in Critical Assets

ABB collaborates with IPEC to deploy AI-driven partial-discharge monitoring to detect insulation failures early in high-voltage assets. See More

 

AutomationDirect Introduces New ProSense HUM Sensors

AutomationDirect expands its ProSense line with humidity and temperature sensors designed for HVAC and industrial process monitoring. See More

 

 

Siemens Commits to Training 200,000 for Smart Factories by 2030

Siemens launches a massive workforce development initiative to train 200,000 people in advanced manufacturing skills across the United States. See More

 

Carlo Gavazzi Unveils Spark-Free Three-Phase Voltage Monitoring Relays

These new ignition-free relays are designed to safely monitor phase loss in HVAC systems using flammable refrigerants. See More

 

Michigan Operations Hub Expands Robot and AMR Manufacturing

Teradyne opens a new facility in Michigan dedicated to manufacturing robots and AMRs while supporting U.S. workforce training. See More

 

Tektelic and Hsyco Partner To Improve LoRaWAN Device Integration

A new partnership allows Tektelic’s LoRaWAN gateways to integrate seamlessly into Hsyco’s supervision platform for unified IoT data management. See More

 

 

New Keyence Sensors Target Harsh Detection and Static Control

Keyence releases rugged inductive proximity sensors and high-speed electrostatic sensors to improve yields in semiconductor and machining tasks. See More

 

Balluff Releases Compact High-Speed 25GigE Industrial Camera

Balluff’s new BVS CA series cameras offer ultra-fast data transfer and high resolution for demanding machine vision applications. See More

 

New OPC UA Spatial Standard Pushes Automation Toward Physical AI

The OPC Foundation introduces a spatial framework standard to help robots and mobile platforms navigate physical spaces more intelligently. See More

 

ABB Expands Industrial Monitoring With New Water and Gas Analyzers

New analyzers from ABB combine ultra-low oxygen water sensing and multi-parameter gas monitoring into low-maintenance devices. See More

 

B&R Expands Offerings, Launching Servo Drives, IPCs, Robots, and More

B&R releases a diverse range of hardware, including OPC UA FX-supported servo drives and a flexible new six-axis robot. See More

 

Rockwell Expands U.S. Manufacturing With OTTO AMRs and New Plant

Rockwell Automation announces a new 1-million-square-foot facility in Wisconsin and the rollout of OTTO autonomous mobile robots. See More

 

RECOM Launches Ultra-Slim 90 W DIN Rail AC/DC Power Supply

The REDIN90 series offers a high-efficiency, slim-profile power solution designed for space-constrained control cabinets. See More

 

MassRobotics, AWS, and NVIDIA Announce 2026 Physical AI Fellowship

A new collaborative program aims to support startups and researchers developing advanced Physical AI and robotics solutions. See More

 

 

Get a Grip: Smarter Vacuum Handling for Modern Packaging Lines

Piab introduces the piCOMPACT 23 Smart, a vacuum generator with integrated intelligence for more efficient and reliable pick-and-place. See More

 

Lenze Introduces IE5/IE6 Motor Drive System With i650 Motec Inverter

Lenze’s new decentralized drive system achieves peak energy-efficiency ratings for conveyor and intralogistics systems. See More

 

Leuze Introduces New Code Reader Series for Fast and Accurate Scanning

The BCL 200i and DCR 200i series provide high-speed identification of 1D and 2D codes in automated production and logistics. See More

 

A Small Sensor With Big Reach: A Look at Baumer's Latest Ultrasonic Sensor

Baumer's UF300 sensor offers a 3-meter sensing range in a compact 18mm depth package for tight intralogistics applications. See More

 

Posital Shrinks Multiturn Magnetic Encoders Down to a 20 mm Diameter

Posital’s newest kit encoders provide high-resolution multiturn position data in an incredibly small footprint for micro-robotics. See More

 

Beijer's EG500 Brings Secure, Flexible Edge Power to Industry

The EG500 series acts as a versatile edge gateway, combining robust security features with flexible connectivity for industrial IoT. See More

 

Robotics Research Driving Workforce Diversity and Automation

A look at how recent academic and industry studies are using robotics to create more inclusive work environments and close the labor gap. See More

 

Introducing the RebelMove Pro: A New Cost-Effective AMR From Igus

Igus launches the RebelMove Pro, a low-cost autonomous mobile robot designed for a fast 12-month return on investment. See More

 

 

Introducing an SPE M12 Hybrid Connector for Data and Power

A new hybrid connector combines Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) and power transmission in a single M12 interface to simplify field cabling. See More

 

Industrial HMI Gains Power as Darveen Upgrades the DPC-9000 Series

Darveen updates its flagship HMI series with more powerful processors and expanded I/O to handle complex industrial control tasks. See More

 

Streamlined Multi-Tank Monitoring Arrives with Emerson’s 2405 Hub

Emerson launches a consolidated hub that simplifies the integration of level, temperature, and pressure data for large-scale tank farms. See More

 

Pepperl+Fuchs Announces PROFIsafe and CIP Safety I/O Modules

These new safety-rated I/O modules allow for decentralized safety control across both EtherNet/IP and PROFINET networks. See More

 

SensoPart Unleashes 3D Object Detection in a Compact Envelope

The VISOR 3D sensor delivers high-accuracy spatial detection for small-scale automation, enabling robots to identify complex parts. See More

 

New 48 V Servo Expands Options for Compact, Cabinet-Free Machines

Beckhoff adds a low-voltage 48 V option to its servo drive line, ideal for mobile robotics and compact, decentralized machinery. See More

 

 

Compact Redex DG-Block Adds PID Control, Simulation, and Safety

Redex introduces an integrated drive block that combines precise PID control and safety logic for high-performance motion applications. See More