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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.

Control Techniques recently added to the existing line of Commander general-purpose VFDs with a drive designed to…

Control Techniques recently added to the existing line of Commander general-purpose VFDs with a drive designed to maximize the efficiency of a sensorless permanent magnet AC motor.

Danfoss has announced the next generation of HVAC programmable controllers to upgrade an already extensive portfolio in…

Danfoss has announced the next generation of HVAC programmable controllers to upgrade an already extensive portfolio in building management and control solutions for heating and cooling.

We know what a circuit breaker is meant to do: stop the flow of electricity in case of a fault or failure. But just like…

We know what a circuit breaker is meant to do: stop the flow of electricity in case of a fault or failure. But just like fuses, breakers and overloads respond differently depending on the load.

ABB has released a liquid-cooled motor that reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) by greatly increasing efficiency,…

ABB has released a liquid-cooled motor that reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) by greatly increasing efficiency, reducing weight, and adding flexibility to automation system design.

Servo motors are common in all kinds of motion control applications for various industries, but what are these devices,…

Servo motors are common in all kinds of motion control applications for various industries, but what are these devices, and what makes them different from standard AC or DC motors?

This article investigates the basic components and wiring conventions for common three-phase motor starter…

This article investigates the basic components and wiring conventions for common three-phase motor starter configurations, including direct online, reversing, and star-delta.

IME West, featuring packaging, medical, and plastic manufacturing as well as the ATX West automation show, was a huge…

IME West, featuring packaging, medical, and plastic manufacturing as well as the ATX West automation show, was a huge success, showcasing many exciting tech displays from hundreds of companies.

Complete wiring guide for 3-phase motor starters with and without overload (OL) relays.

Complete wiring guide for 3-phase motor starters with and without overload (OL) relays.

Siemens delivers brand-new software and hardware updates to the flagship SINAMICS S210 servo motor and drive system to…

Siemens delivers brand-new software and hardware updates to the flagship SINAMICS S210 servo motor and drive system to increase precision, safety, and compatibility features.

SMC has recently announced the addition of a series of new electric grippers, specifically intended to be used along with…

SMC has recently announced the addition of a series of new electric grippers, specifically intended to be used along with UR collaborative robot applications.

A partnership between Flory Industries, along with Caterpillar and CA’s Holt Cat dealer, has led to the launch of a new…

A partnership between Flory Industries, along with Caterpillar and CA’s Holt Cat dealer, has led to the launch of a new Li-ion battery-driven electric powertrain for nut harvesting.

Have you ever heard of a relay? Of course you have. There are many different kinds, plus hundreds of different trade…

Have you ever heard of a relay? Of course you have. There are many different kinds, plus hundreds of different trade lingo names. What are some of the most common, and how do we use them?

When the angle or distance of motion is more important than speed and power, certain motors shine brighter, like…

When the angle or distance of motion is more important than speed and power, certain motors shine brighter, like steppers, named for the individual steps they take when control voltage is applied.

Teknic has released new IP66K and IP67-rated brushless servo motors with an integrated drive system, making servo motor…

Teknic has released new IP66K and IP67-rated brushless servo motors with an integrated drive system, making servo motor applications more economical and durable for harsh environments.

Thomson has recently released a rotating nut stepper motor linear actuator in a frame that includes a rotary encoder as a…

Thomson has recently released a rotating nut stepper motor linear actuator in a frame that includes a rotary encoder as a pre-installed standard feature.

A recent innovation from Infinitum has seen the launch of the next generation of the Aircore EC motor lineup, with a PCB…

A recent innovation from Infinitum has seen the launch of the next generation of the Aircore EC motor lineup, with a PCB stator and greatly reduced weight for energy efficiency in motion industries.

The Optidrive P2 VFD from Invertek Drives has demonstrated its ability to improve efficiency and production while…

The Optidrive P2 VFD from Invertek Drives has demonstrated its ability to improve efficiency and production while minimizing energy usage during operation at a hard rock mining site in Indonesia.

Compete wiring diagram guide for 3-wire, 6-wire, 9-wire, and 12-wire three-phase motors used for industrial automation.

Compete wiring diagram guide for 3-wire, 6-wire, 9-wire, and 12-wire three-phase motors used for industrial automation.