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Industrial analog sensor devices primarily use 0-10 volt or 4-20 milliamp. For those mA signals, learn the reasons for…

Industrial analog sensor devices primarily use 0-10 volt or 4-20 milliamp. For those mA signals, learn the reasons for why the lower and upper limit standards were determined as 4 mA and 20 mA.

Arduino IDE 2.0 is now available for download, promising a more intuitive user interface and faster compile times.

Arduino IDE 2.0 is now available for download, promising a more intuitive user interface and faster compile times.

Discover the nature of remote guidance systems in the world of automated agriculture as they are used to accommodate…

Discover the nature of remote guidance systems in the world of automated agriculture as they are used to accommodate labor shortages, maintain the world’s food supply, and elevate the efficiency and sustainability of farming.

Raspberry Pi is a low-cost, educational single-board computer platform with the potential for industrial applications. In…

Raspberry Pi is a low-cost, educational single-board computer platform with the potential for industrial applications. In this article, we discuss the purpose of Raspberry Pi as well as its hardware and software.

Keyence releases new safety-rated interlock switches for monitoring and locking the position of guarding and fencing.…

Keyence releases new safety-rated interlock switches for monitoring and locking the position of guarding and fencing. Unlike traditional door switches, the GS-M series switches use electromagnetic technology.

Humidity control is vital in many industrial applications. We'll take a look at nine different humidity measurement…

Humidity control is vital in many industrial applications. We'll take a look at nine different humidity measurement technologies, how they are used, and discuss the difference between relative humidity and dew point.

Ambient light, reflection, and transparent objects can all cause difficulties during machine vision applications. Learn…

Ambient light, reflection, and transparent objects can all cause difficulties during machine vision applications. Learn about these issues and some potential solutions to better ensure safety and quality.

Here is your guide to the top control and automation sessions at the Industry Tech Days 2022 free virtual conference that…

Here is your guide to the top control and automation sessions at the Industry Tech Days 2022 free virtual conference that begins Monday, September 19th.

An EOAT, located at the end of an industrial or collaborative robot arm, is entirely customizable with nearly unlimited…

An EOAT, located at the end of an industrial or collaborative robot arm, is entirely customizable with nearly unlimited possibilities. Learn about the five main methods of how EOATs are powered and the sensors that they use.

Banner's new DXMR90-4K IO-Link Master is a self-contained programmable controller, compatible with industry IO-Link…

Banner's new DXMR90-4K IO-Link Master is a self-contained programmable controller, compatible with industry IO-Link standard devices to collect factory data to send directly into the cloud for different operations.

Rockwell revamps their 450L GuardShield safety light curtains with new, patented technology, offering customers…

Rockwell revamps their 450L GuardShield safety light curtains with new, patented technology, offering customers transmitter and receiver dual functionality for a more efficient and economical safety solution.

LMI Technologies has developed the Gocator 2600, a 3D smart sensor laser line profiler that provide customers with…

LMI Technologies has developed the Gocator 2600, a 3D smart sensor laser line profiler that provide customers with improved plant efficiency in order to reduce costs and improve production processes for their customers.  

PreciTaste’s artificial intelligence-based platform and Shopic’s clip-on smart cart device provide consumers with an…

PreciTaste’s artificial intelligence-based platform and Shopic’s clip-on smart cart device provide consumers with an enhanced shopping experience but also bring about concerns of shopper privacy and security.

Merging shared signals has been the job of terminal strips and junction boxes since the early days of electrical systems.…

Merging shared signals has been the job of terminal strips and junction boxes since the early days of electrical systems. Banner Engineering’s new molded junction blocks ease the process for assembling and troubleshooting.

SensoPart has updated its current F 55 compact class to include the FT 55-RLAM-320 model, offering new extended operating…

SensoPart has updated its current F 55 compact class to include the FT 55-RLAM-320 model, offering new extended operating ranges for a diverse set of industrial applications.

Learn how to take advantage of the powerful AOI feature that comes standard in Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs using…

Learn how to take advantage of the powerful AOI feature that comes standard in Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs using RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000 Software.

Robots are no longer unanimously just "robots"—there are specific tasks and functionality of each kind. Learn about the…

Robots are no longer unanimously just "robots"—there are specific tasks and functionality of each kind. Learn about the technology differences between fixed-location robots and mobile robots and why no one robot is like another.

There are many considerations when selecting a thermocouple type. In this article, we look at the advantages, and…

There are many considerations when selecting a thermocouple type. In this article, we look at the advantages, and limitations, of the eight standard thermocouples and various installation considerations.

Any machine can become a source of elevated temperature, even under regular operation. We cannot assume that temperature…

Any machine can become a source of elevated temperature, even under regular operation. We cannot assume that temperature problems occur only based on climate conditions, and mitigation steps must be employed.