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Omron’s Code Reader Aims to Increase Long-distance Sensing and Eliminate Positioning Issues

Omron’s Code Reader Aims to Increase Long-distance Sensing and Eliminate Positioning Issues

The latest barcode reader from Omron introduces multiple code reading, X-mode algorithms, and more.


News Feb 01, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Rugged Industrial PC From OnLogic is Designed for IIoT Applications

Rugged Industrial PC From OnLogic is Designed for IIoT Applications

OnLogic’s Industrial PC (IPC) has been designed with harsh environments in mind, yet is geared toward AI, IIoT, Industry 4.0, and other advanced manufacturing considerations.


News Jan 27, 2022 by Seth Price
Honeywell Updates OT Cybersecurity Portfolio by Adding Autonomous Deception Technology

Honeywell Updates OT Cybersecurity Portfolio by Adding Autonomous Deception Technology

Honeywell and security solutions provider Acalvio Technologies jointly announced a new solution to detect cyber attacks against operational technology (OT).


ACS Motion Upgrades Motion System Accuracy With Newest Master Motion Controller

ACS Motion Upgrades Motion System Accuracy With Newest Master Motion Controller

ACS Motion Control announced its latest EtherCAT-based master motion controller includes integrated motor drives and configurable axes.


News Jan 25, 2022 by Gunner Scott
Mitsubishi Electric Pushes New Initiatives Toward Eliminating Black Boxes in AI Controls

Mitsubishi Electric Pushes New Initiatives Toward Eliminating Black Boxes in AI Controls

Mitsubishi Electric seeks to eliminate the black-box approach to AI controls—and takes steps toward establishing a more human-centric AI ethics policy.


News Jan 20, 2022 by Sara McCaslin
John Deere Reveals Its Fully Autonomous Tractor at CES 2022

John Deere Reveals Its Fully Autonomous Tractor at CES 2022

John Deere developed the 8R autonomous tractor, geared toward feeding worldwide hunger.


News Jan 18, 2022 by Seth Price
What Control Technologies Does the James Webb Space Telescope Use?

What Control Technologies Does the James Webb Space Telescope Use?

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has numerous control systems that must be remotely maintained accurately throughout the life of its operation.


News Jan 16, 2022 by Seth Price
OMRON Creates a Camera Network for Its Cobots

OMRON Creates a Camera Network for Its Cobots

OMRON developed new vision and image processing capabilities for their collaborative robots (cobots), benefiting the machine tending and quality assurance divisions in manufacturing facilities.


News Jan 11, 2022 by Seth Price
SICK Expands Wireless Networking of IIoT Devices With Acquisition of MOBILISIS

SICK Expands Wireless Networking of IIoT Devices With Acquisition of MOBILISIS

SICK completed its acquisition of Croatian IT company, MOBILISIS, in the new year.


News Jan 11, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Delta Electronics, Inc is Set to Acquire Universal Instruments

Delta Electronics, Inc is Set to Acquire Universal Instruments

Delta, an electronic component manufacturer, advances into smart manufacturing by acquiring Universal Instruments.


News Jan 08, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Hexagon Aims to Close the “OEE Gap” With Latest Asset Management Tool

Hexagon Aims to Close the “OEE Gap” With Latest Asset Management Tool

Data is invaluable in industry. This is no different for CNC machines and shop floors. Hexagon’s latest tool allows for remote data collection and monitoring.


News Jan 05, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
igus Introduces New Monitoring Sensors to Promote Preventive Maintenance in Industrial Applications

igus Introduces New Monitoring Sensors to Promote Preventive Maintenance in Industrial Applications

What are these new monitoring sensors from igus, and how could the chainflex feature help engineers with their predictive and preventive maintenance needs?


News Dec 29, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Siemens Launches Comos Mobile Worker App for Industrial Monitoring and Maintenance Management

Siemens Launches Comos Mobile Worker App for Industrial Monitoring and Maintenance Management

Siemens provides process plant maintenance teams with a mobile management software to process data from multiple sources and in real-time.


News Dec 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Matrox Imaging Announces New Version of Flowchart-Based Vision Software

Matrox Imaging Announces New Version of Flowchart-Based Vision Software

Matrox Imaging just announced the release of the latest version of Matrox Design Assistant X for machine vision application development.


News Dec 26, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
ABB Adds Mobile Connectivity to Their Flowmeters to Improve Leak Detection Capabilities

ABB Adds Mobile Connectivity to Their Flowmeters to Improve Leak Detection Capabilities

ABB has improved connectivity for the AquaMaster 4 flow meters over 4G-LTE networks. This measure will save water and allow operators to detect water leaks quickly.


News Dec 22, 2021 by Seth Price
OMRON Launches New Condition Monitoring Device Built With Predictive Maintenance to Support Measuring Tasks

OMRON Launches New Condition Monitoring Device Built With Predictive Maintenance to Support Measuring Tasks

OMRON debuted its new insulation resistance monitoring device, K7TM, designed for engineers to measure equipment in automotive and semiconductor manufacturing.


News Dec 21, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Pleora eBUS Edge Aims to Simplify Sensor Design for Advanced Inspection

Pleora eBUS Edge Aims to Simplify Sensor Design for Advanced Inspection

Pleora releases a new software integration solution in hopes of simplifying the deployment of inspection systems for robotics, automotive, IIoT, and aerospace industries.


News Dec 17, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Pilz Creates a Digital Showroom to Virtually Experience Automation and Promote New Components for Machine Safety

Pilz Creates a Digital Showroom to Virtually Experience Automation and Promote New Components for Machine Safety

Pilz virtual showroom is set to display automation systems to allow vendors to showcase their latest automation and control components.


News Dec 16, 2021 by Seth Price
Seegrid Debuts New Autonomy Platform with Human-like 3D Perception for Warehouse Automation

Seegrid Debuts New Autonomy Platform with Human-like 3D Perception for Warehouse Automation

Autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) provider Seegrid has released new information regarding the technology behind its autonomous lift truck Palion Lift.


POSITAL Debuts New Products Including Encoders and Measurement Devices

POSITAL Debuts New Products Including Encoders and Measurement Devices

POSITAL recently added to their encoders, measurement display, and Wiegand sensors for implantable devices.


News Dec 15, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich