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Keyence Announces New NQ IO-Link Master Module

Keyence Announces New NQ IO-Link Master Module

The Keyence Corporation recently announced the NQ series network communication module, with the ability to automatically detect any Keyence branded IO-Link devices for rapid installation and monitoring.


News Apr 30, 2022 by David Peterson
Parker Hannifin Announces PAC Motion Controller and Modules

Parker Hannifin Announces PAC Motion Controller and Modules

Hydraulic component leader Parker Hannifin recently announced a new PAC motion controller and module series with web-based visualization for instant remote monitoring of up to 40 motion axes.


News Apr 28, 2022 by David Peterson
US DoC Appoints 27 Board Members to the National AI Committee

US DoC Appoints 27 Board Members to the National AI Committee

The United States Department of Commerce has appointed 27 new members to the National AI Advisory Committee (NAIAC).


News Apr 27, 2022 by Seth Price
Banner Engineering’s Snap Signal System for Easy IIoT Development

Banner Engineering’s Snap Signal System for Easy IIoT Development

The Snap Signal System by Banner Engineering brings industrial IoT to all devices, including sensors and actuators - regardless of age or origin.


News Apr 26, 2022 by Seth Price
Replacing a Control Cabinet with Modules? Beckhoff Says Yes!

Replacing a Control Cabinet with Modules? Beckhoff Says Yes!

Beckhoff Automation is advancing the concept of reducing cabinet space and lowering construction time with their recently announced MX-System.


News Apr 21, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Igus Designs ReBeL Collaborative Robot with Plastic Motion Elements

Igus Designs ReBeL Collaborative Robot with Plastic Motion Elements

Plastic is well-known for being inexpensive and lightweight, but not very resilient to friction and heat. Plastic motion pioneer Igus aims to overcome challenges and present a new solution.


News Apr 18, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Vehicle Recycling Uses AI and 3D Imagery To Reduce Waste

Vehicle Recycling Uses AI and 3D Imagery To Reduce Waste

Vehicle part recycling locates and reads part numbers to know which vehicles a replacement part may fit - but wear and tear, grease, and corrosion can make them hard to truly identify, even to an experienced eye.


News Apr 14, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Control Techniques Launches VFD With App-Based Commissioning Tools

Control Techniques Launches VFD With App-Based Commissioning Tools

Commander S series of variable frequency drives from Control Techniques enables parameter upload and download as well as performance monitoring through secure NFC, app-based communication.


News Apr 13, 2022 by David Peterson
Kinova’s Link 6 - The First Canadian-Built Industrial Cobot

Kinova’s Link 6 - The First Canadian-Built Industrial Cobot

Kinova, based in Montreal, has recently developed a cobot to add to their robotic lineup with many industry-standard features, designed to help alleviate post-Covid pressure.


News Apr 08, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Keyence Launches new FD-H Series of Clamp-On Fluid Flow Sensors

Keyence Launches new FD-H Series of Clamp-On Fluid Flow Sensors

New non-obstructive sensor series adapts to a wider variety of piping materials, providing accurate data with lower influence from viscosity and bubbles.


News Apr 07, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
ASRock Industrial Introduces IoT Controller for Factory Automation

ASRock Industrial Introduces IoT Controller for Factory Automation

ASRock Industrial announces the new iEP-5000G family of IoT controllers with power inputs, tolerances, and IO communication capabilities designed for the factory floor.


News Apr 06, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Banner Engineering Releases RGB Programmable Light Towers

Banner Engineering Releases RGB Programmable Light Towers

Banner Engineering recently released a series of programmable multicolor (RGB) indicators for advanced industrial machine status and diagnostics.


What Happens When You Cross a Leopard With a Mercedes?

What Happens When You Cross a Leopard With a Mercedes?

Evacuations, a temporary shut-down of an automobile manufacturing plant, and a trip to a wildlife veterinarian!


News Apr 04, 2022 by Seth Price
Beijer Electronics Releases New M-Series of Distributed I/O Modules

Beijer Electronics Releases New M-Series of Distributed I/O Modules

Beijer Electronics recently announced the M Series of distributed I/O to provide on-machine control with a variety of communication options for system flexibility.


News Mar 31, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Women in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Aerospace: the Sky’s the Limit

Women in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Aerospace: the Sky’s the Limit

Women in engineering including those in aerospace and manufacturing fields both past and present have been paving the way to industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing operations today.


News Mar 24, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Phoenix Contact Releases New Line of Data-Driven Circuit Breakers

Phoenix Contact Releases New Line of Data-Driven Circuit Breakers

Phoenix Contact’s new CAPAROC system of low-voltage circuit breakers provides remote reset functions as well as discrete and networked access to branch circuit data for rapid troubleshooting.


News Mar 23, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
The MAX System, Cloud Computing, and IT: an Interview with A&E Engineering

The MAX System, Cloud Computing, and IT: an Interview with A&E Engineering

Recently, our Control.com staff got a chance to chat with the software team at A&E Engineering, Inc., for an interview to discuss the MAX system and learn behind the scenes about how a cloud approach to data analysis is a powerful tool for manufacturing and processing facilities.


News Mar 22, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
FANUC Welcomes New Arrivals Into CRX Cobot Family

FANUC Welcomes New Arrivals Into CRX Cobot Family

FANUC has recently added 3 new robots to the CRX product line, totaling 11 robots across the CR and CRX cobot offerings, perfect for welding and machine tending uses.


News Mar 17, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Robot Sales Shatter Records in 2021

Robot Sales Shatter Records in 2021

New data shows significant growth in robot sales across North America, particularly in several non-automotive robotic industries including welding and machine tending.


News Mar 16, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Time is Running Out: Cowen Startup Challenge at Automate 2022

Time is Running Out: Cowen Startup Challenge at Automate 2022

The window is closing for submissions to a funding competition - robotics, machine vision, and AI innovations are taking the center stage for a chance at winning $10,000. Are you ready?


News Mar 15, 2022 by David Peterson