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Hydraulic cylinders and actuators can quickly move heavy objects and provide strong clamping forces. But when they break…

Hydraulic cylinders and actuators can quickly move heavy objects and provide strong clamping forces. But when they break down, the effects can be catastrophic and the repairs costly and timely.

To enhance safety and productivity, Pilz has introduced two new gate guards, the PSENslock 2 and PSENmlock mini locking…

To enhance safety and productivity, Pilz has introduced two new gate guards, the PSENslock 2 and PSENmlock mini locking devices, which are both reliable and durable in compact form factors.

Omron announces the expansion of their Programmable Multi-Axis Control (PMAC) series controllers to include four new…

Omron announces the expansion of their Programmable Multi-Axis Control (PMAC) series controllers to include four new product lines for high-speed motion processes.

Autonics has released two new control and automation staples: a compact multi-channel counter to monitor tool use and a…

Autonics has released two new control and automation staples: a compact multi-channel counter to monitor tool use and a versatile line of modular PID temperature controllers.

Banner’s new TL70 Basic tower lights offer cost-effective machine status indication with a wide array of tower…

Banner’s new TL70 Basic tower lights offer cost-effective machine status indication with a wide array of tower configurability, bright colors, and audible alert options.

Offering the highest flow rates in its lineup, the SJ3000A and SJ4000 offer 1.4 and 4.9 times greater flow rates respectively.

Offering the highest flow rates in its lineup, the SJ3000A and SJ4000 offer 1.4 and 4.9 times greater flow rates respectively.

An overview of HMI data types, input controls, output indicators, and message functions, the building blocks used to…

An overview of HMI data types, input controls, output indicators, and message functions, the building blocks used to construct informative and appealing HMI applications.

Data has become the currency that enables operational excellence. Sensors are the key links, acting as the eyes and ears…

Data has become the currency that enables operational excellence. Sensors are the key links, acting as the eyes and ears of modern manufacturing units by providing real-time data on machine performance.

Leveraging modularity in both production and design, Festo’s new family of Multi-Protocol servo drives provides OEMs…

Leveraging modularity in both production and design, Festo’s new family of Multi-Protocol servo drives provides OEMs with productivity and cost advantages.

Precision tool-holding solution features Schunk’s innovative hydraulic expansion technology.

Precision tool-holding solution features Schunk’s innovative hydraulic expansion technology.

Kollmorgen unveils the latest addition to its line-up of stepper drives featuring closed-loop position control and…

Kollmorgen unveils the latest addition to its line-up of stepper drives featuring closed-loop position control and efficient programming protocols.

With a name fit for an Italian supercar, Carlo Gavazzi’s compact SPDE series, two- and three-phase power supplies are…

With a name fit for an Italian supercar, Carlo Gavazzi’s compact SPDE series, two- and three-phase power supplies are ready for fast integrations.

Keyence announces the release of innovative air monitoring sensors designed to provide critical air system data when and…

Keyence announces the release of innovative air monitoring sensors designed to provide critical air system data when and where it’s needed most.

Cognex’s newest vision sensor offers easy programming and an improved customer experience.

Cognex’s newest vision sensor offers easy programming and an improved customer experience.

Photoelectric sensors and fiber optic sensors are very similar in a lot of ways, but which one is superior in function…

Photoelectric sensors and fiber optic sensors are very similar in a lot of ways, but which one is superior in function and durability, and under what conditions might one be preferred?

Cobots have recently been hailed as one of the latest and greatest innovations in production and manufacturing…

Cobots have recently been hailed as one of the latest and greatest innovations in production and manufacturing automation. But are collaborative robots living up to their reputation? Control.com investigates the benefits and drawbacks of these versatile industrial machines.

A PLC can be placed in Run or Stop, or occasionally Program mode, usually through physical or virtual methods. But what…

A PLC can be placed in Run or Stop, or occasionally Program mode, usually through physical or virtual methods. But what do these modes mean, and when should they be used?

PygWalker is a useful tool to visualize data, with advanced features to make the data more constructive. This tutorial…

PygWalker is a useful tool to visualize data, with advanced features to make the data more constructive. This tutorial continues using the milling machine predictive maintenance dataset.

Pack Expo Las Vegas kicks off day 1 with exciting demonstrations from OEMs, integrators, and service providers from all…

Pack Expo Las Vegas kicks off day 1 with exciting demonstrations from OEMs, integrators, and service providers from all around the packaging and processing industry. Check out the sights from the show!