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Festo Releases New Double Acting Pneumatic Linear Actuator

Festo Releases New Double Acting Pneumatic Linear Actuator

This week Festo released its latest double-acting pneumatic linear actuator aimed at a wide range of environments including water, industrial, and power.


News Apr 29, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

This article looks at rotary encoders, covering the main types, introducing their characteristics, and introducing their key applications in control systems.


ABB Offers Free Digital Solutions in Hopes to Stabilize Industry Infrastructure Amid COVID-19

ABB Offers Free Digital Solutions in Hopes to Stabilize Industry Infrastructure Amid COVID-19

As COVID-19 continues to push industries to adapt to market changes, software companies are offering digital solutions, specifically healthcare sectors, for free. 


News Apr 28, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Rotork’s New Smart Positioner Valve With ATEX Certification

Rotork’s New Smart Positioner Valve With ATEX Certification

Rotork released a new line of smart valves, with an enhanced diagnostics package and ATEX certification.


News Apr 27, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
New 3-Axis Digital Vibration Sensor from STMicro Built For Industrial Applications

New 3-Axis Digital Vibration Sensor from STMicro Built For Industrial Applications

STMicroelectronics announced their latest vibration platform that will help engineers design the latest automated monitoring systems.


News Apr 24, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Yokogawa Set to Provide Field Instruments and Control Systems for Gas-fired Power Plant

Yokogawa Set to Provide Field Instruments and Control Systems for Gas-fired Power Plant

Yokogawa recently won an order to provide its state-of-the-art controls system, as well as field instruments, to an all-new gas-fired power plant in Turkmenistan. 


News Apr 23, 2020 by Jacob Ramirez
Baumer Introduces Advanced Heavy Duty Encoders Built for Industrial Environments

Baumer Introduces Advanced Heavy Duty Encoders Built for Industrial Environments

Are you choosing encoders built for harsh industrial environments?


News Apr 22, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
OnRobot Launches 2.5D Vision System for Vision-Guided Robotic Applications

OnRobot Launches 2.5D Vision System for Vision-Guided Robotic Applications

Cobot manufacturer, OnRobot, has released a new 2.5D vision system designed for guided robotic applications.


ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm electronic Unveils New RFID System for Long-Distance Applications With Fieldbus Compatibility

ifm Electronic has released a new family of radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems designed for long-distance applications.


Mimaki USA Expands 3D Printing Portfolio, Optimized for Large Scale Production

Mimaki USA Expands 3D Printing Portfolio, Optimized for Large Scale Production

Mimaki USA announced the further development of its 3D printing portfolio with the introduction of the 3DGD-1800 large-scale 3D printer. 


News Apr 17, 2020 by Sophia Valente
New Edge Flow Sensor With Sensor Independence and Streamlined Bluetooth

New Edge Flow Sensor With Sensor Independence and Streamlined Bluetooth

This week, AW-Lake announced its latest flow sensor, the Edge Flow Sensor which integrates a flow rate sensor with a range of technologies including self-test and Bluetooth.


News Apr 16, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
New Motor Drive System Provides High Accuracy Motion and Repeatability

New Motor Drive System Provides High Accuracy Motion and Repeatability

This week Optimal Engineering Systems has released two new motor drive systems that provide high accuracy motion and repeatability. 


News Apr 14, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Universal Robots Announces Industry’s First Autonomous Bin Picking Kit

Universal Robots Announces Industry’s First Autonomous Bin Picking Kit

Universal Robots announced the development of ActiNav, an innovative solution for machine tending applications. 


News Apr 13, 2020 by Sophia Valente
What is Automated Drilling? A Look Into the Benefits and Practices

What is Automated Drilling? A Look Into the Benefits and Practices

This article discusses the definition of automated drilling and a look into some of the key features and best practices.


Are Smart Devices Opening Production to Attacks?

Are Smart Devices Opening Production to Attacks?

This article mentions how to reduce threats by limiting connections and data sent to outside networks.


Troubleshooting Solid State Relays

Troubleshooting Solid State Relays

This article discusses some methods for troubleshooting solid-state relays and input/output terminals.


Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi introduces the J5 series, bringing advancements in AC servos, amplifiers, and motion control units. 


News Apr 04, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
What Are the Key Benefits of Mechanical Relays?

What Are the Key Benefits of Mechanical Relays?

This article explores some of the key benefits and drawbacks of mechanical relays.


SKF Wireless Sensors Enable Automated Machine Monitoring in Heavy Industries

SKF Wireless Sensors Enable Automated Machine Monitoring in Heavy Industries

SKF release accurate and highly robust sensors to enable manufacturers to cope with the demands of increased production.


News Apr 01, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Five Key Advantages of Solid State Relays

Five Key Advantages of Solid State Relays

This article discusses the benefits and five key advantages of using solid-state relays.