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Introducing High-volume, Low-labor 3D Printing for Mass Production

Introducing High-volume, Low-labor 3D Printing for Mass Production

The new Formlabs Automation Ecosystem automates steps in the 3D printing process, aiming to provide low-cost, hands-free, and time-saving 3D printing of parts for mass production.


News Jan 11, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
NEW Control Automation PLC Video - Discrete PLC Outputs

NEW Control Automation PLC Video - Discrete PLC Outputs

We are excited to release the next tutorial video from our own Control Automation studio. Join us on Thursday, January 5th at 11am ET/8am PT to kick off the new year with a live Q&A from the video author and engineer.


News Jan 04, 2023 by David Peterson
The Technology Battle: Smaller PLCs vs Larger PLCs

The Technology Battle: Smaller PLCs vs Larger PLCs

Is it worth considering the swap from large, bulky PLCs to smaller, compact micro PLCs, saving space in your electrical cabinets, while also reducing complex code to cleaner condensed programs?


News Jan 04, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
 Reducing Downtime in Energy Management with Latest Industrial Gateways

Reducing Downtime in Energy Management with Latest Industrial Gateways

Moxa’s latest industrial gateways, the AIG-100 Series, aim to simplify remote data transfer between IIoT devices and are especially targeted for increasing communication efficiency in renewable energy systems.


News Jan 03, 2023 by Seth Price
Material Manufacturing: New Weld Wire Reduces Failures from Hydrogen Damage

Material Manufacturing: New Weld Wire Reduces Failures from Hydrogen Damage

Material manufacturing and process system industries rely on strong materials and assemblies that can withstand harsh environments and conditions. One new weld process can reduce failures and provide security for long-lasting mechanical fixtures.


News Dec 30, 2022 by Seth Price
Rockwell Expands Support and Features for Studio 5000

Rockwell Expands Support and Features for Studio 5000

Rockwell Automation released a new version of Studio 5000 Logix Designer with process automation in the spotlight. Industry 4.0 and digital twin features have also been added.


News Dec 27, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Snowbotics: Paving the Way for a Shovel-free Holiday

Snowbotics: Paving the Way for a Shovel-free Holiday

With snow piling up in many parts of the world this holiday season, the use of robotic and autonomous technologies are being used to pave the way on driveways and runways for a shovel-free snow season.


News Dec 23, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Holiday Woes? Robotic and Automation Technologies Can Help!

Holiday Woes? Robotic and Automation Technologies Can Help!

Crying loud for all to hear? For many, holidays can be a stressful time. Luckily, you can ease your woes with the help of the latest robotic and automation technologies to get gifts under the tree and cookies on the table.


News Dec 22, 2022 by Caitlin Nicholson
Meet SWIFTI, the “First” Industrial Cobot

Meet SWIFTI, the “First” Industrial Cobot

ABB looks to bridge the gap between industrial and collaborative robotics, resulting in the new SWIFTI CRB 1300 'industrial cobot,' capable of higher speeds and payloads than traditional cobots in its class.


News Dec 20, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Introducing the “Smallest PLC Ever” to the Market

Introducing the “Smallest PLC Ever” to the Market

Crouzet introduces the "slimmest PLC" to the industrial automation market. At only 17.5mm wide, the Millennium Slim is changing the way we think about control automation topology.


News Dec 19, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Beyond the Factory Floor—Robots for the Retail Sector

Beyond the Factory Floor—Robots for the Retail Sector

DOBOT has launched its Nova Series of collaborative robots for the area of retail to help with customer-oriented tasks like coffee making and physical therapy.


News Dec 16, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Compact and Contamination Free: A Hygienic Line of Servo Actuators

Compact and Contamination Free: A Hygienic Line of Servo Actuators

Mechanical devices can harbor environments that encourage the growth of bacteria, which is why designing hygienic equipment is crucial for sterile production lines. Enter WITTENSTEIN's newest servo actuators.


News Dec 15, 2022 by Seth Price
Control.com Celebrates 2022 and Looks Toward the New Year!

Control.com Celebrates 2022 and Looks Toward the New Year!

Join us as we celebrate the end of 2022 and look toward the new year! Check out our most popular articles of the past year, what you may have missed, and what you can expect to see in 2023.


News Dec 14, 2022 by Caitlin Nicholson
A Wider Variety of Signal Options Within a Single I/O Module

A Wider Variety of Signal Options Within a Single I/O Module

Beckhoff released a 12-channel, multi-functional expansion module with special configurable features such as an encoder input, a PWM output, and an up/down counter for a variety of signal options.


News Dec 13, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Arduino Releases Official PLC IDE for Machine Control Platforms

Arduino Releases Official PLC IDE for Machine Control Platforms

At Control.com, we’re PLC and machine enthusiasts, but we are also makers at heart. This recent announcement by Arduino is ready to make waves and break boundaries in control cabinets around the world!


News Dec 12, 2022 by David Peterson
Rockwell Improves Allen-Bradley Micro Controllers for Machine Builders

Rockwell Improves Allen-Bradley Micro Controllers for Machine Builders

Rockwell aims to help machine builders, integrators, and manufacturers with improved efficiency to their Micro800 controllers and design software.


News Dec 08, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
A Dual-powered Protection Relay for Overcurrent and Earth Fault Protection

A Dual-powered Protection Relay for Overcurrent and Earth Fault Protection

Siemens introduces a new addition to the Reyrolle protection product line that is capable of being installed in remote locations with the ability of dual-power sources.


News Dec 08, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Opens the Doors to its Robotics Mega Factory in Shanghai

ABB Opens the Doors to its Robotics Mega Factory in Shanghai

With the growing global robotics market, ABB seeks to capitalize on the growing demands by opening a "state-of-the-art" mega factory in Shanghai for manufacturing next-generation robots.


News Dec 07, 2022 by Seth Price
New Materials to Solve Challenges: Re-visualizing LIDAR Sensors

New Materials to Solve Challenges: Re-visualizing LIDAR Sensors

LIDAR technology, critical for mobile robotic and logistic applications, has been the subject of new breakthrough research led by Phlux Technology, using innovative materials to solve barriers to progress.


News Dec 07, 2022 by David Peterson
Bringing Artificial Intelligence and Collaborative Robotics Together

Bringing Artificial Intelligence and Collaborative Robotics Together

Techman Robot aims to save manufacturers time and money through the use of artificial intelligence with its AI Cobot series that includes smart vision, improved pick and place, and a built in AI interface.


News Dec 06, 2022 by Damond Goodwin