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Emerson Releases Fisher V280 Control Valve for Process Control Applications

Emerson Releases Fisher V280 Control Valve for Process Control Applications

The Fisher V280 is a control valve built to provide stable dynamic process control via a robust drive train designed to guide the shaft and properly absorb energy.


New Industrial Chemical Robot From IBM Set to Enable Latest Advancements in Lab Automation

New Industrial Chemical Robot From IBM Set to Enable Latest Advancements in Lab Automation

IBM recently launched its RoboRXN, which utilizes cloud data and AI to advance materials technology.


News Oct 02, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
Rockwell Automation Unveils New Allen-Bradley Motor Control Centers

Rockwell Automation Unveils New Allen-Bradley Motor Control Centers

Rockwell Automation released the new CENTERLINE 2500 Motor Control Centers with SecureConnect technology.


Fluke Leads Investment in Everactive to Accelerate Growth in IIoT and Sensor Solutions

Fluke Leads Investment in Everactive to Accelerate Growth in IIoT and Sensor Solutions

Fluke Corp has invested in Everactive for its novelty sensor technology in hopes to accelerate IIoT technologies.


News Sep 30, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Hyundai Robotics Focuses on Research and Development of Advancing Construction Robots

Hyundai Robotics Focuses on Research and Development of Advancing Construction Robots

Hyundai Robotics partners with Hyundai Engineering and Construction to create autonomous solutions in material transport and other autonomous work in the construction industry. 


News Sep 30, 2020 by Leah Scully
Gear and Pulley Motion Transmission

Gear and Pulley Motion Transmission

The choice of load device and transmission method often dictates what kind of control system is used, so it’s important to be familiar with the mechanical and electrical components of a system.


XPOLogistics Renews Partnership With MIT Industrial Liaison Program on Supply Chain Innovation

XPOLogistics Renews Partnership With MIT Industrial Liaison Program on Supply Chain Innovation

XPOLogistics teams up with MIT to drive forward the development of transportation and logistics solutions.


News Sep 29, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
 Sigma Labs and Additive Industries Expand Partnership to Streamline Additive Manufacturing

Sigma Labs and Additive Industries Expand Partnership to Streamline Additive Manufacturing

Sigma Labs, a company that specializes in quality control software for the additive manufacturing (AM), has expanded its partnership with Additive Industries.


News Sep 28, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Kaman Introduces New Self-Contained Displacement Sensor to New Industries

Kaman Introduces New Self-Contained Displacement Sensor to New Industries

Kaman Precision Products released the SC-2440 analog output displacement sensor designed for automated assembly.


News Sep 28, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a software system that manages an entire company’s maintenance activities. It supports the maintenance personnel by helping to develop a database relevant to maintenance activities.


Geek+ Launches Its Largest Packing Robot for Intelligent Sorting

Geek+ Launches Its Largest Packing Robot for Intelligent Sorting

Geek+, a global technology company focused on advanced robotics and AI, has announced a new robot for intelligent sorting of large packages: the S100C. 


News Sep 26, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Using Sensors with Open Collector Outputs

Using Sensors with Open Collector Outputs

This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.


igus Announces 7th Axis to Extend Range of Movement for Articulated Arm Robots

igus Announces 7th Axis to Extend Range of Movement for Articulated Arm Robots

igus introduces its new 7th axis solution to provide greater movement range for Universal Robots and robolink bots. 


News Sep 25, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Robotiq, Pickit, and Festo Partner on Picking and Packaging to Reach Industrial Innovation

Robotiq, Pickit, and Festo Partner on Picking and Packaging to Reach Industrial Innovation

Robotiq has partnered with Pickit and Festo to develop and produce cobots to serve various industries and applications.


News Sep 24, 2020 by Seth Price
SICK Sensors Announces New Series for Oxygen Measurement in Industrial Combustion Processes

SICK Sensors Announces New Series for Oxygen Measurement in Industrial Combustion Processes

Industrial sensors manufacturer SICK announced the expansion of their ZIRKOR series for oxygen measurement in industrial processes and beyond.


A Comparison of Mechanical Power Transmission Methods

A Comparison of Mechanical Power Transmission Methods

In nearly every machine with motion, a selection of gears, belts, and chains sends power to the final mechanisms and power must be transmitted from the motor to the final load(s) device. Choosing between transmission methods isn’t always simple, but a few key properties can help to make the choices easier.


Emerson Releases Brand New Flow Meter With Quadruple Sensors and Transmitters

Emerson Releases Brand New Flow Meter With Quadruple Sensors and Transmitters

The Rosemount 8800 Quad Vortex flow meter is one of the first in the industry with quadruple sensors and transmitters.


How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it easier to integrate for more extensive market adoption. 


After Yumi Celebrates Its 5th Year, ABB Robotics Unveils Its 1-Armed Cousin

After Yumi Celebrates Its 5th Year, ABB Robotics Unveils Its 1-Armed Cousin

Beyond its dual-arm design and sensing features, YuMi is unique in the collaborative robot space. Now, ABB releases its one-arm spin-off with newly added features that make it even more versatile.   


News Sep 22, 2020 by Leah Scully
Power Supply Troubleshooting and Testing

Power Supply Troubleshooting and Testing

This article discusses the proper steps for testing the supply for proper function.