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Nearly 100 Years After First Invention, ABB Launches Next Generation of Miniature Circuit Breakers

Nearly 100 Years After First Invention, ABB Launches Next Generation of Miniature Circuit Breakers

ABB has improved its miniature circuit breaker (MCB) technology nearly 100 years after ABB first launched the technology. The new generation of MCBs is designed for greater efficiency, performance, and ease of use.


News Apr 25, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
When To Calibrate: Making Sense of Calibration Intervals

When To Calibrate: Making Sense of Calibration Intervals

Calibration is performed on a regular basis to ensure proper measurement tool function, but how do we determine the proper interval? Factors include environment, usage, and level of dependence on proper function.


Compact Tower IPC Fit for Upright In-Cabinet Requirements Across Industries

Compact Tower IPC Fit for Upright In-Cabinet Requirements Across Industries

Advantech has designed its latest control console, the IPC-320 compact tower, with IoT capabilities in mind, giving end users greater functionality in a small, space-saving design.


News Apr 16, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Compact, Multicolor Capability: Leuze Delivers Its Smallest Contrast Sensor Yet

Compact, Multicolor Capability: Leuze Delivers Its Smallest Contrast Sensor Yet

Leuze is now offering its smallest contrast sensor yet—the KRT 3C. Designed for use in the packaging, the KRT 3C features a compact design, multicolor functionality, and easy setup with its IO-Link interface.


News Apr 13, 2023 by Seth Price
Fluid or Electric Power? Understanding Hydraulic and Pneumatic Motors

Fluid or Electric Power? Understanding Hydraulic and Pneumatic Motors

There are many different kinds of electric motors used for industrial power transfer, but there are also hydraulic and pneumatic motors that can lend advantages in some situations.


Understanding Temperature Sensors and Their Use in Industrial Automation

Understanding Temperature Sensors and Their Use in Industrial Automation

Converting thermal energy into electrical signals, temperature sensors such as RTDs and thermocouples are fundamental in the maintenance and operation of industrial environments and equipment.


What Is Instrument Calibration and Why Is it Needed?

What Is Instrument Calibration and Why Is it Needed?

Calibration can be a time-consuming process requiring expensive traceable tools, but high-accuracy signals result in higher-quality products, better customer satisfaction, and, ultimately, greater returns.


Balluff Unveils Inductive Sensor That Detects Ferrous and Non-ferrous Metals at Same Switching Distance

Balluff Unveils Inductive Sensor That Detects Ferrous and Non-ferrous Metals at Same Switching Distance

Balluff’s new Factor 1 inductive sensors offer users a single sensor that senses both ferrous and non-ferrous metals at the same switching distance, fit for use in environments with various metal types.


News Apr 08, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
New Possibilities for Power, Data, and Fluid from Fischer Connectors

New Possibilities for Power, Data, and Fluid from Fischer Connectors

Fischer Connectors has released several new series of heavy-duty cable layouts, allowing reliable fastening of single-pair Ethernet (SPE) and USB 3.2, as well as offerings for combined data and fluid connection.


News Apr 04, 2023 by David Peterson
Lasers and Their Uses in Sensing and Object Detecting

Lasers and Their Uses in Sensing and Object Detecting

A subset of light is the focused cohesive beams that make up lasers, which can be used in optical sensing. These devices provide benefits of greater range, precision, and even mapping for mobile robotics.


AI-enabled Vision Software Sees Upgrades for Enhanced Capabilities

AI-enabled Vision Software Sees Upgrades for Enhanced Capabilities

Teledyne DALSA has added new features to its vision processing software, increasing the software's accuracy and speeding up its AI parameters and processing.


News Mar 29, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems

Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems

Cybersecurity is all about processes and people. A lot of threats can be mitigated through technology, but only if people understand how cybersecurity affects control systems and related technology.


Multi-network Module Simplifies Networking, Supports CC-Link IE TSN and EtherNet/IP

Multi-network Module Simplifies Networking, Supports CC-Link IE TSN and EtherNet/IP

Mitsubishi Electric releases a new module that combines IoT asynchronous messaging with deterministic cyclic messaging typically found in field I/O.


News Mar 24, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Begins Expansion of North American Robotics Headquarters

ABB Begins Expansion of North American Robotics Headquarters

ABB has begun the expansion to its North American robotics headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, strengthening its commitment to the Americas market and accelerating the development of the "next generation" of robots.


News Mar 23, 2023 by Seth Price
Introduction to Industrial Sensors

Introduction to Industrial Sensors

Industrial sensors can be found in nearly every modern industrial process, regardless of complexity. Learn the history, evolution, and variety of sensors that make manufacturing the modern marvel we see today.


Addressing Common Industrial IoT Cybersecurity Risks For Control Systems

Addressing Common Industrial IoT Cybersecurity Risks For Control Systems

Addressing cybersecurity threats introduced by IIoT technology and devices can quickly seem overwhelming. However, an understanding of the risks can lead to some straightforward countermeasures.


New Study on Soft Robotics Takes Inspiration From Octopus Arm Muscles

New Study on Soft Robotics Takes Inspiration From Octopus Arm Muscles

Scientists from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed an octopus-inspired soft robot model that is accurate in design and control.


News Mar 09, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Modbus to Analog Hub For Controlling Analog Devices with RS485 Interface

Modbus to Analog Hub For Controlling Analog Devices with RS485 Interface

Banner Engineering's new R90C Modbus to Analog Hub allows users to easily add analog output to a system that uses Modbus or RS485 without purchasing expensive output cards or replacing outdated equipment.


News Mar 09, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
ASRock Industrial IoT Controller Sees Upgrades for Greater Power and Performance

ASRock Industrial IoT Controller Sees Upgrades for Greater Power and Performance

ASRock Industrial has introduced a new addition to their IoT controllers. The iEP-5010G is packed with communication and input/outputs for modern IoT controller solutions.


News Mar 08, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB-backed Life Sciences Platform Expands Manufacturing Solutions

ABB-backed Life Sciences Platform Expands Manufacturing Solutions

With support and technology from ABB Robotics, BICO Group introduces The Nucleus Automation Ecosystem, a modular, flexible, fully-integrated platform for life sciences manufacturers.


News Mar 03, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida