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Connectors, robot trainers, pneumatics, servo motors, and more… Join the Control editorial team as we dive into some…

Connectors, robot trainers, pneumatics, servo motors, and more… Join the Control editorial team as we dive into some news and headlines from the world of robotics and control automation over the past weeks!

Festo adopts the open architecture of the PLCnext platform from Phoenix Contact to deliver cutting-edge automation…

Festo adopts the open architecture of the PLCnext platform from Phoenix Contact to deliver cutting-edge automation solutions to customers who need connectivity in electric and pneumatic systems.

Wenglor has expanded its U1KT Miniature Ultrasonic Sensor lineup. The compact sensors operate using reflex or…

Wenglor has expanded its U1KT Miniature Ultrasonic Sensor lineup. The compact sensors operate using reflex or through-beam mode and are suitable for use in tight spaces, difficult surfaces, or harsh environments.

Join us as we check out the latest in today's industrial control system technology when we visit Chicago in early May,…

Join us as we check out the latest in today's industrial control system technology when we visit Chicago in early May, enjoying the sights and sounds of Automate 2024.

Rockwell Automation’s display at the Hannover Messe trade show in Germany has revealed new solutions for motor control…

Rockwell Automation’s display at the Hannover Messe trade show in Germany has revealed new solutions for motor control centers, FactoryTalk edge IoT, and analytics for variable frequency drives.

Cincoze has released two new compact industrial PCs for use in high-vibration, rugged environments. The DA-1200 is…

Cincoze has released two new compact industrial PCs for use in high-vibration, rugged environments. The DA-1200 is palm-sized and fit for standard use, while the bigger DV-1100 offers powerful processing.

SMC has announced several new products for pneumatic control and robot assembly systems, including longer life pneumatic…

SMC has announced several new products for pneumatic control and robot assembly systems, including longer life pneumatic air cylinders, a new air flow controller, and a multi-hand robot adapter.

Emerson has upgraded its DeltaV brand to provide users with a more comprehensive automation platform. The new DeltaV…

Emerson has upgraded its DeltaV brand to provide users with a more comprehensive automation platform. The new DeltaV Automation Platform is designed to facilitate cutting-edge, sustainable operations.

The S7-1200 is Siemens’ flagship small form factor PLC, upgradable with signal boards and modules. The new update, the…

The S7-1200 is Siemens’ flagship small form factor PLC, upgradable with signal boards and modules. The new update, the S7-1200 G2, demonstrated at Hannover Messe, contains an array of new features.

Integrators and machine builders can automate and maintain systems with greater ease thanks to Rockwell Automation’s…

Integrators and machine builders can automate and maintain systems with greater ease thanks to Rockwell Automation’s enhanced firmware and features for the ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link device series.

Yokogawa has added to its OpreX software with a new application to help facilitate the use of robots in dangerous…

Yokogawa has added to its OpreX software with a new application to help facilitate the use of robots in dangerous maintenance and inspection operations and in other vital plant processes.

Tackling a growing need for education in industrial automation, Arduino has launched a starter kit for PLC learning based…

Tackling a growing need for education in industrial automation, Arduino has launched a starter kit for PLC learning based on the new Opta, the PLC IDE, and hardware to integrate I/O devices.

Leuze has launched the 420B and 412B series ultrasonic sensors with both discrete and analog interfaces, presenting a…

Leuze has launched the 420B and 412B series ultrasonic sensors with both discrete and analog interfaces, presenting a significant advancement for system operators seeking enhanced efficiency.

To combat the time-consuming and error-prone manual visual inspection of parts, Fraunhofer has helped design a cobot…

To combat the time-consuming and error-prone manual visual inspection of parts, Fraunhofer has helped design a cobot workstation that utilizes artificial intelligence and an IoT platform for inspection.

The largest earthquake in 25 years hit Taiwan around 8:00 local time on Wednesday, April 3rd. Emergency response reports…

The largest earthquake in 25 years hit Taiwan around 8:00 local time on Wednesday, April 3rd. Emergency response reports loss of life and major impacts to infrastructure and industry.

Save space and time with Banner Engineering’s new R130C and the R95C series IO-Link hubs. These hubs allow customers to…

Save space and time with Banner Engineering’s new R130C and the R95C series IO-Link hubs. These hubs allow customers to connect up to 16 sensors or actuators for wider network signal distribution.

Micropsi Industries has released its latest AI-driven machine vision software, MIRAI 2. Built on earlier generation…

Micropsi Industries has released its latest AI-driven machine vision software, MIRAI 2. Built on earlier generation software, MIRAI 2 boasts new features focused on reliability and scalability.

The new BGL fork sensor series by Balluff eases the entry into automated object detection. The cost-effective sensors are…

The new BGL fork sensor series by Balluff eases the entry into automated object detection. The cost-effective sensors are easy to install and configure for assembly line and work cell automation.

Turck has released its next-generation FS+ compact flow sensor series with IO-Link. The new sensors are equipped with an…

Turck has released its next-generation FS+ compact flow sensor series with IO-Link. The new sensors are equipped with an alphanumeric display to clearly show the flow and temperature of liquids.