March 3, 2023 How did Omron’s autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) help smart inventory solutions provider T&W Operations eliminate manual and forklift-dependent processes in their fully autonomous RFID inventory system? Watch this video to learn about the game-changing Omron AMR technology that incorporates dynamic mapping capabilities and a mobile base that can safely carry heavy payloads…
March 2, 2023 For plant operators, the primary goal is to ensure maximum availability of machines and systems. This requires a reliable power supply throughout the entire lifetime of the system. Therefore, it is important that the applied power supplies are reliable, safe and durable. Within a power supply system, however, the power supply unit…
March 3, 2023 Automation has been a game-changer in the packaging industry thanks to its significant impact on the efficiency, seed, and accuracy of the packing process. As packaging companies adopt these new solutions, they’ll be increasingly capable of adapting quickly to meet changing customer demand and withstand the impact of stressors like the VODID-19…
March 2, 2023 FTEC series Fan Filters and Exhaust Filters are designed to supply forced convection filtered air for enclosures and electrical panels. By using the unique filtering and cooling features, FTEC will cool down the inside of enclosures to a desired temperature to protect the electrical and electronic parts against heat. CSA and CSAus…
March 3, 3023 Nidec-Shimpo Corporation has announced that it has added adopter-combined gear-head types to its FLEXWAVE series of precision control reducers currently on sale. Nidec-Shimpo’s latest FLEXWAVE Gear Head Types Since its June 2015 launch of FLEXWAVE precision control reducers for robots and machine tools, Nidec-Shimpo has, as of October 2022, shipped a total…
March 2, 2023 UL Solutions is leveraging its collective expertise to drive innovation in automotive safety by combining members of its functional safety and cybersecurity teams to enable a more holistic approach to testing, inspection and certification for automotive safety. This new interdisciplinary team provides a well-rounded approach to addressing advanced mobility technologies. As safety,…
March 1, 2023 Gartner named Siemens a Visionary in its 2022 Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT platforms[1]. Gartner delivers actionable, objective insight to executives and their teams. Its expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s most critical priorities. A Gartner Magic Quadrant is a culmination of research…
Acquisition of Knowledge Lens to accelerate Rockwell’s delivery of Industrial AI solutions to manufacturers globally Rockwell Automation, Inc., among the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced that it has acquired Knowledge Lens. Based in Bengaluru, India, Knowledge Lens is a services and solutions provider that delivers actionable business insights from…
March 1, 2023 Netilion is an award-wining cloud-based IIoT ecosystem, designed for industrial processes. It connects the physical and digital worlds to send valuable information from the field straight to your phone, tablet or other device. Netilion empowers you to improve efficiency and drive innovation. Image movie produced by Endress+Hauser Digital Solutions. More Information Netilion…
February 28, 2023 POSITAL has launched a major upgrade to its IXARC family of incremental rotary encoders. These encoders feature new magnetic sensor technology and more energy-efficient embedded microcontrollers. While remaining mechanically and electrically compatible with earlier models, the new encoders will benefit customers by reducing power consumption – an important consideration in complex applications…
February 27, 2023 Atkore has expanded the Calbond product line to include PVC coated colour conduit, fittings, strut, and accessories. With bright, standard bold color options, Atkore’s superior corrosion-resistant PVC Coated Colour conduit is the only ETL-verified color conduit on the market designed to provide customers with colour options for coated conduit projects, ranging from…
February 27, 2023 High throughput testing for many upper respiratory tract pathogens thanks to automation technology Fast MDx shows how many pathogens can be detected with unrivalled speed without the need for expensive biosecure laboratories. This near-patient testing system, developed by London-based company Fast MDx, cuts the typical 24 to 48 hour waiting time to…
February 27, 2023 With the sale of robots hitting record levels, Marc Segura, ABB Robotics President is making several predictions on key trends in robotics automation for 2023. “The impact of global labor shortages is increasingly being felt by many businesses while they try to keep pace with customer demands,” said Marc Segura, ABB Robotics…
February 27, 2023 Mobile robots are everywhere, from warehouses to hospitals and even on the street. Their popularity is easy to understand; they’re cheaper, safer, easier to find, and more productive than actual workers. They’re easy to scale or combine with other machines. As mobile robots collect a lot of real-time data, companies can use…
Simplify Configuration With Robust Performance and Security Features with the NT5000 February 27, 2023 Red Lion introduces N-Tron® Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Ethernet switches. As industries around the world digitally transform and optimize their operations, reliable and secure network access is absolutely critical. NT5000 switches and their gigabit speed are designed to improve network…
February 24, 2023 New data types FIXED and LFIXED The data types FIXED (fixed point number with 6 decimal places) and LFIXED (fixed point number with 11 decimal places) are now available for the controller PSSu H PLC2 FS SN SD(-T). As a result, more complex arithmetic calculations are now possible. Nesting of data types…