The Conveyor | January 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The new year started strong, with developments across product lines, including power delivery and conditioning, safety, industrial computing, and vision systems.

 

Sanyo Denki Announces Standby UPS With 200% Overload Capability

High-efficiency standby UPS with 200% overload capacity for large fluctuating motor loads. See more

 

Aaeon's Modular Workstation With MXM 3.1 Type A/B GPU Compatibility

Industrial workstation with MXM GPU compatibility for factory floor AI and medical imaging. See more

 

Banner Releases Corrosion-Resistant and High-Performance TPU Cordsets

M12 double-ended cordsets with stainless steel coupling nuts designed for harsh industrial environments. See more

 

 

Siemens Acquires ASTER to Strengthen PCB Design and Testing

Siemens integrates "shift-left" DFT capabilities to improve PCB quality and time to market. See more

 

Puls' DIN Rail Power Supplies Promise Improved Efficiency, Reliability, and Size

The new PLANET family of single- and three-phase power supplies offers a 30% improvement in efficiency and reliability. See more

 

OnLogic Introduces Palm-Sized Industrial PC for Edge Computing

The new CL260 is an ultra-compact, fanless IPC for space-constrained industrial IoT and automation applications. See more

 

Hands Free, Data Rich: Honeywell's Performance+ for Guided Work

Performance+ enhances Honeywell Guided Work solutions with real-time insights and workforce optimization tools. See more

 

Dold Launches RE 6900 Wireless Safety System for Industrial Cells

The RE 6900 provides operators with wireless emergency stop and enabling control for large robotic cells. See more

 

Aerotech Rolls Out Cost-Effective Two-Axis Laser Scan Head

The AGV-CPO CORE scanner serves as an entry point for high-performance laser micromachining applications. See more

 

Autotool To Host Automation Tech Day as Part of KUKA Networking Initiative

KUKA’s networking event in Ohio features hands-on robotics demonstrations and system partner insights. See more

 

Omron's Edge Device Simplifies Data Collection, Connects Legacy Devices

The DX100 Data Flow Edge device bridges OT data collection and IT communications with a low-code environment. See more

 

 

Yokogawa Debuts OpreX Intelligent Edge Controller A8 With Data Stream

A Linux-based controller featuring a data-centric architecture that enables application reusability. See more

 

AutomationDirect Expands Terminal Block Solutions for Control Panels

The Konnect-It line adds flexible, space-saving terminal block options for crowded industrial enclosures. See more

 

Teknic Introduces Integrated Brushless Servo Motor With Ethernet/IP

The ClearPath-IP motor integrates an EtherNet/IP vector servo drive and high-resolution encoder into one unit. See more

 

Siemens Unveils Digital Twin Composer for the Industrial Metaverse

A new platform that unifies 2D and 3D digital twin data with real-world operational data for AI optimization. See more

 

Altech Expands GEOS Electrical Enclosures for Harsh Environments

Designed for outdoor use, these enclosures combine IP67 protection with flexible mounting and ventilation. See more

 

SMC Expands Guided Cylinder and Clamp-On Flow Sensor Series

New bore sizes and non-intrusive flow sensing updates for the MGPK and PFUW product families. See more

 

Antaria Launches “Ultra-Flat” Five-Port Unmanaged PoE+ Gigabit Switch

An ultra-thin PoE switch designed for space-constrained network security and transportation applications. See more

 

SMC Updates JSY Series of Five-Port Directional Control Valves

Directional control valves updated with IP67-rated connectors and space-saving 64-station manifolds. See more

 

 

Intesis 700 Air Gateways Add Mitsubishi Controller Support

New compatibility exposes Mitsubishi HVAC data to BMS platforms without the need for middleware. See more

 

Emerson Enhances Mobile Access for DeltaV SaaS SCADA

Emerson adds mobile features to its cloud-native SCADA system to improve remote monitoring and management. See more

 

Patlite Expands LR5-LAN Signal Tower Series, Adds Ethernet/IP Models

Signal towers now include Ethernet/IP models for direct network control and simpler PLC integration. See more

 

Lanner Electronics Releases Industrial PC Designed for Edge AI Applications

The EAI-I351 platform is powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor for real-time processing in smart factories. See more

 

High Frame Rate Cameras Reveal Hidden Machine Vibrations

A camera-based vibration monitoring method that reduces reliance on accelerometers in industrial environments. See more

 

All-in-One Energy Monitoring for Smarter Industrial Power

A new energy monitoring system from Carlo Gavazzi featuring cloud connectivity and local dashboards. See more

 

CES 2026 Highlights AI Robots, Sensors, and Key Collaborations

A summary of major automation advances at CES 2026, including Hyundai’s humanoid robot strategy. See more

 

Inbolt Introduces Next-Generation Bin Picking With Robot-Mounted Vision

Intelligent bin picking solution with a robot-mounted camera for real-time 3D vision and fast picks. See more

 

 

Neura Showcases Quadrupeds, Mini Humanoids, and the Neuraverse

Neura Robotics unveils new commercial and industrial solutions, including a compact humanoid robot. See more

 

Phoenix Contact and Forescout Partner to De-Risk the IT/OT Network Systems

A partnership focused on integrating edge networking and OT threat detection to secure converged systems. See more

 

Neugart Broadens Drive Portfolio With Software and Motion Systems

New software and precision gearboxes aimed at creating more dynamic and efficient drive systems. See more

 

Autonics' Vision Sensors Offer Compact, Flexible Inspection

The VG2 series features integrated lighting and auto-tuning for precise, space-constrained inspections. See more

 

Staubli's Precision Medical Robot, Coming to an Operating Room Near You

The TX2-60L MedX Ready medical robot combines six-axis motion with a hygienic design for surgery. See more

 

 

Aaeon's Computing Platforms Tackle Industrial IoT and Edge AI Applications

Four new edge PCs and a fanless embedded box PC targeting IoT gateways and AI industrial automation. See more

 

AutomationDirect Releases Cost-Effective Photoelectric Sensors

The AchieVe FBM series rectangular sensors combine affordability and versatility for object detection. See more