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Enhance Workplace Efficiency with Patlite’s Bluetooth Stack Lights

Enhance Workplace Efficiency with Patlite’s Bluetooth Stack Lights

Patlite is improving workplace communication and safety with a stack light using Bluetooth control. This system eliminates complex wiring by transmitting signals directly to compatible output devices.


News Jan 11, 2024 by Austin Futrell
SMC Releases Dual-speed and Water-resistant Controllers for Flow Control

SMC Releases Dual-speed and Water-resistant Controllers for Flow Control

SMC has released two new flow control valves for controlling the speed of pneumatic devices, one fit for wash-down environments and one that offers metering-in and metering-out in one valve.


News Jan 10, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Listening for Defects in Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) Created Components

Listening for Defects in Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) Created Components

EPFL researchers have pioneered real-time defect detection in Laser Powder Bed Fusion using acoustics and X-ray data with adaptive filtering. This research is expected to enhance laser-based additive manufacturing.


News Jan 06, 2024 by Seth Price
igus Expands ReBel Cobot Capabilities With Newly Developed Bionic Hand

igus Expands ReBel Cobot Capabilities With Newly Developed Bionic Hand

The recently launched ReBel finger gripper is the latest in cost-effective automation from igus. The easy-to-integrate bionic hand expands ReBel cobots' capabilities by enabling humanoid tasks at a low cost.


News Jan 05, 2024 by Austin Futrell
HMS Networks To Acquire Red Lion, Expanding North American Presence

HMS Networks To Acquire Red Lion, Expanding North American Presence

HMS Networks is set to expand its influence in the North American market through its definitive agreement to acquire Red Lion Controls. The $345 million deal is expected to close in early 2024.


News Jan 04, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell Offers Delta Motion for Replacement of ControlLogix Modules

Rockwell Offers Delta Motion for Replacement of ControlLogix Modules

Delta Motion RMC controllers offer a replacement to solve the upcoming discontinuation of Rockwell Automation’s ControlLogix analog modules for hydraulic and servo motion control systems.


News Jan 03, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Doosan Group To Reveal Green, Autonomous Technology at CES 2024

Doosan Group To Reveal Green, Autonomous Technology at CES 2024

Doosan Group will be unveiling its latest innovations at CES 2024. The company will showcase its green-centric, future-thinking technology from Doosan Robotics, Bobcat, Enerbility, and HyAxiom.


News Jan 02, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
SMC Releases New Condensation Checker and Flow Controller for Water

SMC Releases New Condensation Checker and Flow Controller for Water

SMC has released two new components: a digital temperature and humidity switch to monitor moisture in pneumatic systems and a flow controller for water to be used in cooling systems.


News Dec 31, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
AutomationDirect Adds Compact Data and Signal Surge Protectors to Offerings

AutomationDirect Adds Compact Data and Signal Surge Protectors to Offerings

AutomationDirect now offers DEHN BLITZDUCTORconnect yellow/line compact data and signal surge protectors for universal system protection. The surge protectors feature a modular, compact design for ease of use.


News Dec 29, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Emerson Collaborates With SungEel HiTech to Advance EV Battery Recycling

Emerson Collaborates With SungEel HiTech to Advance EV Battery Recycling

Emerson has partnered with Korea's leading EV lithium-ion battery recycler to establish a battery recycling plant. The plant will utilize Emerson's automation technology to enhance process efficiency in recycling.


News Dec 28, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Portescap Adds 60ECF Brushless DC Motor to Flat Motor Offerings

Portescap Adds 60ECF Brushless DC Motor to Flat Motor Offerings

Portescap has released the latest addition to its flat motor portfolio, the 60ECF brushless DC flat motor. The new 60ECF is designed to deliver high performance in a small package.


News Dec 22, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
Turck Expands IO-link Solutions For Enhanced Industrial Connectivity

Turck Expands IO-link Solutions For Enhanced Industrial Connectivity

Turck has recently released two new cutting-edge IO-Link solutions: the FIL20 hub for merging single I/O with IO-Link and new configurable IP69K modules for flexible system expansion.


News Dec 20, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
FANUC Unveils Updated M-710i Robot Series: Flexibility and Precision

FANUC Unveils Updated M-710i Robot Series: Flexibility and Precision

FANUC has added a new robot to its M-710 Series—a new model that promises more adaptability, featuring a curved J2 arm with increased rigidity for greater precision.


News Dec 20, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Festo Markets Latest Innovation: A Flat Parallel Gripper for Tight Spaces

Festo Markets Latest Innovation: A Flat Parallel Gripper for Tight Spaces

Festo has released the HPPF, a parallel gripper with a flat design and less than 1% copper, zinc, and nickel content, making it ideal for small-space applications in the electronics industry.


News Dec 19, 2023 by Seth Price
Merry Christmas From Control.com! Our Most Popular Articles of 2023

Merry Christmas From Control.com! Our Most Popular Articles of 2023

Thanks to you once again, our community of engineers around the world, we achieved incredible success in passing along stories and technical knowledge, with these articles leading the list…


News Dec 18, 2023 by David Peterson
Schmalz Introduces New Compact Multi-Stage Vacuum Generator

Schmalz Introduces New Compact Multi-Stage Vacuum Generator

Schmalz has launched a new multi-stage compact ejector for efficient vacuum gripping solutions, with vacuum compensation available for non-uniform grip surfaces.


News Dec 18, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Comau and LiNa to Scale up Efficient Automated Battery Cell Production

Comau and LiNa to Scale up Efficient Automated Battery Cell Production

Comau and LiNa announced the joint development of a unique design concept, focusing on creating a sustainable manufacturing environment to produce next-gen solid-state battery cells.


News Dec 17, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
WERMA Adds White Housing to eSIGN Signal Towers for Greater Customization

WERMA Adds White Housing to eSIGN Signal Towers for Greater Customization

WERMA has added a white housing option to its established eSIGN LED signal towers. The new addition intends to open up even greater flexibility and customization in industrial signaling.


News Dec 16, 2023 by Damond Goodwin
Monitor Current and Machine Health With Sensing Coils From Banner

Monitor Current and Machine Health With Sensing Coils From Banner

Banner Engineering has introduced a flexible, easy-open loop current monitoring sensor for constant monitoring of electrical currents up to 6000 amps.


News Dec 16, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
Mennekes Announces New Range of Ganged Motor Disconnect Switches

Mennekes Announces New Range of Ganged Motor Disconnect Switches

Mennekes has released a multi-gange 30 to 60-amp disconnect assembly, featuring a modular design for ease of engineering and a sloped top for protection in harsh washdown environments.


News Dec 14, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich