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In the field of robotics, designing proper end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) is a crucial step. This article includes critical…

In the field of robotics, designing proper end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) is a crucial step. This article includes critical material and inertia factors to consider when designing EoAT for 6-axis robots.

Asymmetrical zone monitoring can be challenging, but Pilz's newest additions to its safe radar system are designed to…

Asymmetrical zone monitoring can be challenging, but Pilz's newest additions to its safe radar system are designed to enable users to safely monitor protection zones in challenging environments and confined spaces.

Learn how to control servo motors from a PLC using Allen-Bradley servos and Rockwell Automation’s Studio 5000 using a…

Learn how to control servo motors from a PLC using Allen-Bradley servos and Rockwell Automation’s Studio 5000 using a simple-to-understand method.

Creating a decentralized control system means selecting devices that can withstand harsh environments. New offerings in…

Creating a decentralized control system means selecting devices that can withstand harsh environments. New offerings in the Armor product line from Rockwell Automation are doing just that.

The latest collaboration between RoboDK and Comau gives users enhanced, user-friendly robotic simulation and offline…

The latest collaboration between RoboDK and Comau gives users enhanced, user-friendly robotic simulation and offline programming with Roboshop Next Gen software.

Safety is a top priority in the fast-paced manufacturing world. Brusatori Electric Motors, part of the KEB Automation…

Safety is a top priority in the fast-paced manufacturing world. Brusatori Electric Motors, part of the KEB Automation brand group, has integrated functional safety features into its DL4 motor series.

Banner Engineering has improved the versatility and flexibility of its Q2X series of miniature photoelectric sensors by…

Banner Engineering has improved the versatility and flexibility of its Q2X series of miniature photoelectric sensors by adding two new sensing modes: fixed-field and laser measurement.

Creating custom alarm systems can be complicated and overwhelming, but they can also be very beneficial for equipment…

Creating custom alarm systems can be complicated and overwhelming, but they can also be very beneficial for equipment builders and integrators. Follow along as we build a custom alarm handling system.

Challenging robotic tasks will now be easier to manage for KUKA customers, as KUKA now offers the power of Micropsi’s…

Challenging robotic tasks will now be easier to manage for KUKA customers, as KUKA now offers the power of Micropsi’s MIRAI AI-powered vision systems to their robotics users.

In this article, we'll explore user frames in the context of a 6-axis industrial or collaborative robot. Learn the…

In this article, we'll explore user frames in the context of a 6-axis industrial or collaborative robot. Learn the definition, practical applications, and advantages that user frames have to offer.

SMC recently announced its latest series of remote-type pressure sensors, sensor controllers, and system monitors, which…

SMC recently announced its latest series of remote-type pressure sensors, sensor controllers, and system monitors, which are compatible with both analog and IO-Link control systems.

Atlanta was buzzing with technology, demonstrations, and innovative supply chain solutions from over 1000 individual…

Atlanta was buzzing with technology, demonstrations, and innovative supply chain solutions from over 1000 individual exhibitors at MODEX 2024, March 11-14 at the GA World Congress Center.

Two companies, Figure AI Inc. and Ubtech Robotics, are working to make humanoid robots viable for use in tasks…

Two companies, Figure AI Inc. and Ubtech Robotics, are working to make humanoid robots viable for use in tasks traditionally developed for human hands.

Softing Industrial has unleashed the flexibility of protocols with the latest devices in its smartLink product lineup.…

Softing Industrial has unleashed the flexibility of protocols with the latest devices in its smartLink product lineup. The new hardware gateway and software module give users access to PROFINET networks.

Flow controllers, sensors, AI, motors, conveyors… Check out the Control editorial team's top picks for news and…

Flow controllers, sensors, AI, motors, conveyors… Check out the Control editorial team's top picks for news and headlines from the world of robotics and control automation over the past few weeks!

SMC has released its lightweight, energy-saving ZXPE5 Series electric vacuum gripper for collaborative robots. The new…

SMC has released its lightweight, energy-saving ZXPE5 Series electric vacuum gripper for collaborative robots. The new gripper has a built-in vacuum pump and can be used with a single electrical wire connection.

KEB Automation now offers the C6 X1 web-based HMI, available in multiple sizes with various system options that can be…

KEB Automation now offers the C6 X1 web-based HMI, available in multiple sizes with various system options that can be mounted anywhere on the machine, powered by the HELIO visualization system.

Designed with OEMs in mind, the WEG PLC410 is the smaller counterpart of the PLC500, still offering similar features but…

Designed with OEMs in mind, the WEG PLC410 is the smaller counterpart of the PLC500, still offering similar features but with useful improvements in expansion I/O, communication, and performance.

Installing sensors into a manufacturing process is intended to collect data, useful in making logical true/false…

Installing sensors into a manufacturing process is intended to collect data, useful in making logical true/false decisions. But what settings must be adjusted when you install these sensors?