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What Can You Do in 0.305 Seconds? Mitsubishi Set a World Record

What Can You Do in 0.305 Seconds? Mitsubishi Set a World Record

Don’t blink — you might miss the new speed record set by a Mitsubishi robot when solving a Rubik’s Cube, an achievement verified by the Guinness World Records administration.


News May 29, 2024 by David Peterson
Python Tutorial Part 2 | Basic Data Types

Python Tutorial Part 2 | Basic Data Types

This article will focus on the basic building blocks of the Python programming language that are core to interacting with programs, including strings, integers, floats, and booleans.


Infrastructure From IT to OT: SCADA Platform Example with Ansible

Infrastructure From IT to OT: SCADA Platform Example with Ansible

High-level IT/OT integration in a manufacturing environment involves skills in networking communication and field equipment. This example involves automating remote connections between computers.


Metrology Platform Allows Real-Time Battery Electrode Inspection

Metrology Platform Allows Real-Time Battery Electrode Inspection

Thermo Fisher’s Thermo Scientific LInspector Edge In-line Mass Profilometer analyzes electrode coatings in real time to improve battery performance and safety.


News May 19, 2024 by Mike Falter
Comau Showcases the “Power of Automation” at Automate 2024

Comau Showcases the “Power of Automation” at Automate 2024

At Automate 2024, Comau unveiled its latest innovations in hardware and software that promote sustainability, productivity, and enhanced worker safety in industrial environments.


News May 17, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Python Tutorial Part 1 | What is Python and Where do I Start?

Python Tutorial Part 1 | What is Python and Where do I Start?

An introduction to the popular Python language and how to take the first step in learning programming. In this article, learn how to obtain the proper IDE and executable for your OS.


3 Lessons From Automate: Looking Toward the Trends of the Future

3 Lessons From Automate: Looking Toward the Trends of the Future

The Automate Show is a great place to get a pulse on the tech that will be driving industrial automation. From the demos and displays, what kind of trends can we expect throughout 2024 and beyond?


News May 14, 2024 by David Peterson
Automate 2024: More Exciting Control and Robotics Technology

Automate 2024: More Exciting Control and Robotics Technology

The 4-day Automate trade show held many innovations from over 800 exhibitors. Check out more announcements, featured items, and snapshots of the technology on display to the world!


News May 11, 2024 by David Peterson
Automate 2024 in Chicago: The Exciting First Days of the Show

Automate 2024 in Chicago: The Exciting First Days of the Show

Chicago has been the hub of high-tech automation technology for the past several days. Check out some of the amazing new and innovative tech to discover the trends we can expect for 2024 and beyond.


News May 09, 2024 by David Peterson
Seamless PLC-to-Robot Integration With Universal Robots and Siemens

Seamless PLC-to-Robot Integration With Universal Robots and Siemens

Universal Robots is the first cobot manufacturer to adopt the Siemens SRCI system to provide seamless cobot-to-PLC integration.


News May 06, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
From the Factory Floor to the Cincinnati Zoo: A Look at the Latest in 3D Printing

From the Factory Floor to the Cincinnati Zoo: A Look at the Latest in 3D Printing

The world of additive manufacturing continues to advance, with UltiMaker launching its latest industrial-grade 3D printer and GE Additive developing a 3D-printed titanium cast for an injured gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo.


News May 03, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Balluff Brings Wireless IO-Link to Redefine Control System Networking

Balluff Brings Wireless IO-Link to Redefine Control System Networking

Balluff has announced a host of products embracing wireless IO-Link, simplifying the configuration and connection process of automation communication for field I/O devices.


News May 01, 2024 by Seth Price
Control Looks Ahead to the Future of Industrial Tech at Automate 2024

Control Looks Ahead to the Future of Industrial Tech at Automate 2024

Join us as we check out the latest in today's industrial control system technology when we visit Chicago in early May, enjoying the sights and sounds of Automate 2024.


News Apr 23, 2024 by David Peterson
News From Hannover Messe: Rockwell’s Motor, Drive, and Edge Solutions

News From Hannover Messe: Rockwell’s Motor, Drive, and Edge Solutions

Rockwell Automation’s display at the Hannover Messe trade show in Germany has revealed new solutions for motor control centers, FactoryTalk edge IoT, and analytics for variable frequency drives.


News Apr 22, 2024 by David Peterson
Tutorial: Arduino and AutomationDirect Merged in the ProOpen PLC

Tutorial: Arduino and AutomationDirect Merged in the ProOpen PLC

Having separately covered Arduino’s microcontroller platforms and AutomationDirect Productivity PLCs, it’s time to take the wheel of the ProOpen, a PLC that combines modularity with C++ programming.


NVIDIA Forges Industry Partnerships for Gen AI and Industrial Ops

NVIDIA Forges Industry Partnerships for Gen AI and Industrial Ops

Following its recent GPU Tech Conference, learn how NVIDIA, the artificial intelligence computing pioneer, is transforming the future of automation through its latest industry partnerships.


News Apr 13, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Accelerate PLC Ladder Logic Learning with New Arduino Starter Kit

Accelerate PLC Ladder Logic Learning with New Arduino Starter Kit

Tackling a growing need for education in industrial automation, Arduino has launched a starter kit for PLC learning based on the new Opta, the PLC IDE, and hardware to integrate I/O devices.


News Apr 08, 2024 by David Peterson
Techniques for I/O Mapping in PLC Programs

Techniques for I/O Mapping in PLC Programs

I/O mapping is the process of converting raw input and output data into specific tags, but how can we find a method for mapping I/O that is both efficient and scalable?


Breaking: 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Eastern Taiwan

Breaking: 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Eastern Taiwan

The largest earthquake in 25 years hit Taiwan around 8:00 local time on Wednesday, April 3rd. Emergency response reports loss of life and major impacts to infrastructure and industry.


News Apr 03, 2024 by David Peterson
Manage Single Pair Ethernet Networks: BEETLE Switch From Belden

Manage Single Pair Ethernet Networks: BEETLE Switch From Belden

Single Pair Ethernet, or SPE, is a technology that aims to reduce the size and complexity of network wiring while providing long-distance signal accuracy. The new switch from Belden manages SPE networks.


News Mar 27, 2024 by Austin Futrell