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Banner Releases Compact, Programmable IO-Link Master with Ethernet

Banner Releases Compact, Programmable IO-Link Master with Ethernet

Banner's new DXMR90-4K IO-Link Master is a self-contained programmable controller, compatible with industry IO-Link standard devices to collect factory data to send directly into the cloud for different operations.


News Sep 08, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Industrial XR: Are Virtual and Augmented Reality Living Up to the Hype?

Industrial XR: Are Virtual and Augmented Reality Living Up to the Hype?

The extended reality market is predicted to grow nearly 60% in the next five years and is seeing increasing use in manufacturing. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the ways AR, VR, and MR are being used in various industrial processes.


News Sep 06, 2022 by Caitlin Nicholson
Acromag’s New I/O Modules for Quick and Local Decision Making

Acromag’s New I/O Modules for Quick and Local Decision Making

Acromag recently released their new I/O modules, the BusWorks NT series, that can handle some of the rule-based decision making internally, saving processor time on automation systems.


News Aug 24, 2022 by Seth Price
Dragos and Emerson Continue to Fortify Industrial OT and ICS with Enhanced Cybersecurity

Dragos and Emerson Continue to Fortify Industrial OT and ICS with Enhanced Cybersecurity

Dragos announced the expansion of its global agreement with Emerson to provide enhanced industrial cybersecurity, helping industries in their digital transformation journeys towards Industry 4.0. 


News Aug 08, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
PATLITE Introduces NHV4 / NHV6 Network Signal Tower with Voice Annunciator

PATLITE Introduces NHV4 / NHV6 Network Signal Tower with Voice Annunciator

PATLITE's newest network signal tower speaks. With a text-to-speech function, machine operators and industrial workers are not only alerted of potential dangers via light and sound, but also now with voice.


News Aug 05, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Banner Releases its New R70 Ethernet Data Radio for Industrial Networking

Banner Releases its New R70 Ethernet Data Radio for Industrial Networking

Banner releases its latest industrial Ethernet communications extension, the R70 Ethernet Data Radio, to help manufacturers embed the IIoT within their operations.


News Jul 25, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Arduino Pro LoRaWAN Industrial Gateways

Arduino Pro LoRaWAN Industrial Gateways

Arduino has made the leap from the maker world to the industrial sector by combining its smooth user experience with RAKwireless' industry expertise to provide LoRaWAN connection capable of advanced IoT applications.


News Jul 14, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Beckhoff Releases its New Modular Industrial Robot System

Beckhoff Releases its New Modular Industrial Robot System

Beckhoff showcases its latest modular industrial robot system at Automatica 2022, the ATRO, which features added link modules of different designs and dimensions, giving users the flexibility to meet their automation needs.


News Jul 10, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Balluff Introduces I/O Module with the Protection of CIP Safety 

Balluff Introduces I/O Module with the Protection of CIP Safety 

The newly-announced CIP Safety I/O Module from Balluff supports CIP Safety specifications over an Ethernet network, providing a platform for safety device distribution directly on the machine center.


News Jul 03, 2022 by David Peterson
Nokia Advances Industrial Wireless Technology

Nokia Advances Industrial Wireless Technology

Nokia looks to enable industrial-grade wireless communication solutions that may be particularly useful in facility upgrades or agile manufacturing environments where laying new cable may not be feasible.


News Jun 10, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Emerson Showcases First Pneumatic Valve System with Integrated OPC UA at Automate 2022

Emerson Showcases First Pneumatic Valve System with Integrated OPC UA at Automate 2022

Emerson introduces its new AVENTICS Series Advanced Valve (AV) valve system with Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture at Automate 2022.


News Jun 08, 2022 by David Peterson
Ewon Launches New M2Web for PLC Data Access

Ewon Launches New M2Web for PLC Data Access

Remote access to equipment offers the benefits of both data visualization and remote programming ability for faster operation. Ewon’s recent announcement of the free M2Web offers remote access solutions.


News Jun 01, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
MOV.AI and Lannar Electronics Meeting Global Demand for AMRs

MOV.AI and Lannar Electronics Meeting Global Demand for AMRs

MOV.AI and Lannar Electronics collaborate to provide an integrated computing and software platform to speed up mobile robot development and deployment.


News May 06, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
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
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
Hospital Robot Investigation Reveals Potential Cybersecurity Risks

Hospital Robot Investigation Reveals Potential Cybersecurity Risks

Increasing use of autonomous robotics in hospital and patient care environments means more careful examination of security risks - and immediate measures to patch vulnerabilities when detected.


News Apr 22, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
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
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
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