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Zebra Technologies Acquires Fetch Robotics and Its Array of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

Zebra Technologies Acquires Fetch Robotics and Its Array of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

Zebra Technologies announced to acquire Fetch Robotics, an on-demand automation provider in a $290 million deal.


News Jul 16, 2021 by Nancy Chenyizhi Liu
Siglent Debuts Latest Programmable Switching DC Power Supply Series

Siglent Debuts Latest Programmable Switching DC Power Supply Series

Siglent recently released their latest range of programmable DC power supplies, the SPS5000X.


News Jul 16, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
KUKA Moves Toward Digitalization Using Nokia’s Industrial 5G Network

KUKA Moves Toward Digitalization Using Nokia’s Industrial 5G Network

KUKA’s Germany-based manufacturing facility is set to deploy Nokia’s 5G SA (standalone) private wireless network.


News Jul 16, 2021 by Aline Dias
B&R’s Latest Control Software Could Advance Soft-start Technology for Electric Motors

B&R’s Latest Control Software Could Advance Soft-start Technology for Electric Motors

B&R has recently released their new mapp Temperature control software to help manufacturers get their machinery up to temperature in a controlled manner.


News Jul 15, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
Fraunhofer Institute Delivers Web-based Tool to Improve Cobot Safety

Fraunhofer Institute Delivers Web-based Tool to Improve Cobot Safety

Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation and Automation (IFF) brings businesses a free online tool for safely designing cobots.


News Jul 15, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
How will Increases in EV Manufacturing Impact the Automotive Supply Chain?

How will Increases in EV Manufacturing Impact the Automotive Supply Chain?

Automotive manufacturers such as Volkswagen, Nissan, and Volvo are steering toward electric vehicles. How will electrification in manufacturing affect the supply chain?


News Jul 14, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
New App From Bosch Rexroth Utilizes Lean Manufacturing and Visualization Techniques

New App From Bosch Rexroth Utilizes Lean Manufacturing and Visualization Techniques

A new app from Bosch Rexroth provides digital mapping, design, and visualization of value streams to support lean manufacturing efforts.


News Jul 14, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Creating and Calling LabVIEW Sub-VIs

Creating and Calling LabVIEW Sub-VIs

When programming large virtual instruments (VIs) in LabVIEW, it may be useful to create and call a sub-VI to enhance readability and delegation.


IDEC Releases a Safety Commander for Industrial HMIs

IDEC Releases a Safety Commander for Industrial HMIs

IDEC’s Safety Commander holds industrial HMIs and includes safety features such as a switch and emergency stop button.


News Jul 12, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Honeywell’s 2021 Cybersecurity Report Highlights Dangers of USB Threats for Industrial Control Systems

Honeywell’s 2021 Cybersecurity Report Highlights Dangers of USB Threats for Industrial Control Systems

Automation giant Honeywell has recently released a cybersecurity report highlighting a substantial increase in USB-related cyberattacks during the last year.


Various Methods of Signal Conditioning Explained

Various Methods of Signal Conditioning Explained

Learn about the types of devices that use signal conditioning and how to properly use them depending on the needs of your specific application.


Machine Reliability for Industrial Automation

Machine Reliability for Industrial Automation

In industrial processes, a down machine can affect the entire supply chain. This article discusses machine reliability and its importance in industrial automation.


Google Cloud and Ericsson Set to Combine 5G and Edge Cloud Solutions to Further Digital Transformation

Google Cloud and Ericsson Set to Combine 5G and Edge Cloud Solutions to Further Digital Transformation

Google Cloud and Ericsson announced a partnership to develop advanced 5G mobile and edge cloud solutions for communications service providers.


News Jul 07, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

The Difference Between HMI and SCADA and How They Work Together

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and how they work together.


The Main Difference Between IoT and IIoT

The Main Difference Between IoT and IIoT

Learn about the difference between IoT and IIoT and how to integrate them into a specific system based on the needs of your application and facility.


Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

Integrating an HMI Into Existing Control Systems

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into the benefits and challenges.


ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

ProComSol Adds Softing mobiLink Power Modem to Product Portfolio

This week, ProComSol added a new line of communication modems and combination kits to their portfolio.


News Jul 03, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

The Difference Between Office Networks and Industrial Networks

Although there are many similarities, there are also vast differences between office networks and industrial networks. Find out what those differences are in this article.


How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

How MQTT is Used for Industrial Automation

Learn about the background and use of message queue telemetry transport (MQTT) in the industrial automation industry.


Emerson’s Level Transmitter Includes Continuous Wave Radar and IO-Link Connectivity

Emerson’s Level Transmitter Includes Continuous Wave Radar and IO-Link Connectivity

Emerson has recently unveiled the “world’s first” non-contacting radar device designed for the food and beverage industry.