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Mapvison Develops Image-based Weld Seam Inspection Software

Mapvison Develops Image-based Weld Seam Inspection Software

Mapvision has developed an image-based software solution for weld seam inspection to save companies time and money. The solution utilizes cameras existing in Mapvision's dimensional inspection solution.


News Jan 18, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Keyence Expands CL-3000 Series of Confocal Displacement Sensors

Keyence Expands CL-3000 Series of Confocal Displacement Sensors

Keyence has expanded its catalog of displacement sensors to include explosion-proof, vacuum-proof, and long-range models. The new additions aim to deliver high-accuracy measurements in a greater variety of environments.


News Jan 16, 2024 by Seth Price
Datalogic Introduces PowerScan 9600 DPX Scanners for Improved Traceability

Datalogic Introduces PowerScan 9600 DPX Scanners for Improved Traceability

Datalogic has released a new series of industrial handheld scanners designed to improve supply chain traceability via its ability to read difficult or damaged barcodes marked directly on a part’s surface.


News Jan 15, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Balluff Launches BMP Magnetic Field Position Measuring System

Balluff Launches BMP Magnetic Field Position Measuring System

The latest magnetic field position measuring system from Balluff features smart factory capabilities with a high degree of customization to fit individual manufacturing needs.


News Jan 14, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Autonics Unveils ADIO Series Remote I/O Boxes for Seamless Connectivity

Autonics Unveils ADIO Series Remote I/O Boxes for Seamless Connectivity

Autonics has announced the latest addition to its product lineup, the ADIO series remote I/O boxes. The ADIO series is designed for enhanced industrial communication with seamless connectivity.


News Jan 13, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
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
New IO-Link Converter From WAGO Elevates Analog Integration

New IO-Link Converter From WAGO Elevates Analog Integration

The new analog converter from WAGO helps users convert 4-20 mA analog signals into digital data that is transferable to upper-level communication systems via IO-Link.


News Jan 10, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Datalogic Launches Blade Series for Cutting-Edge Traceability

Datalogic Launches Blade Series for Cutting-Edge Traceability

The brand-new Blade series of compact industrial 1-dimensional code readers by Datalogic offers traceability and simplicity for installation in intralogistics and packaging industries.


News Jan 09, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Mecalux’s Collaborative Picking System Incorporates Siemens’ AI-driven Tech

Mecalux’s Collaborative Picking System Incorporates Siemens’ AI-driven Tech

Siemens and Mecalux have partnered to develop a robotic picking system for warehouse and logistics centers. The system combines Mecalux's picking cobots with Siemens’ Simatic Robot Pick AI 3D vision software.


News Jan 07, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Sensing Ferrous Metals: AchieVe Series From AutomationDirect

Sensing Ferrous Metals: AchieVe Series From AutomationDirect

AutomationDirect's latest products, the AchieVe inductive proximity sensors, have been added to the product lineup, offering an affordable solution for use in metal detection at an industrial scale.


News Jan 04, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Baumer’s New Capacitive Level Sensor Unhindered by Film Adhesion

Baumer’s New Capacitive Level Sensor Unhindered by Film Adhesion

Baumer’s newest capacitive level sensor can detect liquid levels from the outside of the tank, even if the liquid is known for depositing microfilms, notorious for disrupting non-contact sensors.


News Jan 03, 2024 by Seth Price
ABB GoFa Robots Set to Automate XtalPi Biomedical Laboratories

ABB GoFa Robots Set to Automate XtalPi Biomedical Laboratories

ABB has supplied GoFa collaborative robots in collaboration with XtalPi in biomedical laboratories, accelerating research and improving the accuracy of data in synthesis and crystallization processes.


News Jan 01, 2024 by Seth Price
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
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
Emerson Releases Fisher FIELDVUE 4400 Digital Position Transmitters

Emerson Releases Fisher FIELDVUE 4400 Digital Position Transmitters

The new Fisher FIELDVUE 4400 position transmitter from Emerson functions as an alternative to limit switches, providing continuous valve position data to ensure operations are safe and reliable.


News Dec 21, 2023 by Seth Price
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
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
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
Banner Releases Flexible, Industrial-Grade RGB Strip Light

Banner Releases Flexible, Industrial-Grade RGB Strip Light

Banner Engineering has recently released a new flexible multicolored strip light with industrial protocols that can be installed on curved or slim surfaces to provide greater visibility.


News Dec 15, 2023 by Bob Odhiambo
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