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LEAP Awards
- 2025 LEAP Awards will open for nominations on Wednesday!
- Design World presents the 2024 LEAP Awards Winners: Advanced Materials
- Design World presents the 2024 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity
- Meet the winners in the 2024 LEAP Awards Industrial Automation category
- The 2024 LEAP Awards winner for Switches & Sensors is Mobix Labs
- Ogura Industrial Corp wins gold in the 2024 LEAP Awards’ Mechanical category
- Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
- 2024 LEAP Awards winners are announced!
- 2024 LEAP Awards now open for nominations
- Design World presents the 2023 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity
Rotary, Linear and Multi-Axis Indexing Solutions
- The New High Speed Precision Conveyor
- Revolutionizing Precision Motion Control with the TMF8000 Rotary Index Table
- Linear Transfer Systems for Automotive Manufacturing
- Custom Engineered Robot Transfer Units
- VTMF Series: Vertical Rotary Indexers for Heavy-Duty Applications
- Robot Manufacturing with Single Axis Positioning Systems
- Enhancing Welding Automation with Single and Multi-Axis Weld Positioners
- Rotary Cam Indexers for Automated Positioning Applications
Parker Hannifin
- Sustainability, Innovation and Safety, Central to Our Approach
- Why off-highway is the sweet spot for AC electrification technology
- Advanced Sealing Technologies for Reliable Electric Kick Scooter Performance
- Improved Safety and Reliability in Micromobility Devices
- How Lightweighting Solutions Can Enable Novel Electric Heavy-Duty Truck Designs
- Advancing Battery Line Coating for Electric Vehicles
Aerospace + defense
- MEMS IMU supports both UART and SDLC protocols for simplified legacy system integration
- Selecting silicone for space: where to start
- SMA connectors deliver 9 GHz frequency in 165 °C environments
- Master Bond’s new toughened UV-curable adhesive cures rapidly
- Innovative aircraft interiors: Vaupell’s sustainable approach
- wire-to-wire system simplifies mil/aero connections
- What to expect at AeroDef Manufacturing 2025 in Detroit
- What sensors are needed to fly hypersonic missiles?
- What sensors are needed to counter the hypersonic threat?
Factory automation
- New 4-axis delta robot for high-speed pick & place applications
- The key to reducing unscheduled downtime
- DigiKey premieres Factory Tomorrow Season 4 video series on innovative industrial automation
- Teledyne e2v announces Optimom 5D turnkey imaging module
- NEW HF READ/WRITE HEAD IN A COMPACT M12 SIZE
- Emerson’s subscription-based automation reduces up-front cost and engineering complexity
- Flexible manufacturing helps systems to efficiently handle smaller production runs
- ABB unveils mobile robot with Visual SLAM AI-technology and AMR Studio Suite
Data acquisition + DAQ modules
- Advantech launches iDAQ modular DAQ
- Mobile printers sport labeling and label management software capabilities
- Machine health basics for the OEM design engineer
- Weidmüller FrontCom Vario: efficient and flexible access to plants and processes with new inserts
- Watlow introduces batch processing for its F4T Integrated Controller and D4T Data Logger
- DA10D and DA30D protocol conversion and Data Acquisition Devices
- Free programs with the look of LabVIEW
- Connectivity and control at the edge
Actuators
- Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200
- Industrial Powerise and ACE’s gas springs improve ergonomics and safety for tooling machine operators
- Why operating environment matters for actuator selection
- ServoBelt Linear actuators now feature design enhancement, molded belt tray
- Tolomatic expands RSX high-force actuator line with new models
- PI’s motion-amplified piezo actuators and grippers are designed for speed
- New fast steering mirror from PI provides two degrees of freedom
- Emerson’s new motorized actuator and shutoff valve improve safety and reliability
- Curtiss-Wright Exlar announces new Tritex EVA for oil & gas valve actuation
Bearings
- Motion to purchase industrial distributor in Hawaii, strengthening service in Pacific
- Motion Industries to acquire Texas distributor M.B. McKee
- Timken named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for innovators in manufacturing
- Testing satellites with friction-free spherical air bearings
- PBC Linear shafts, bearings, and shaft supports from AutomationDirect
- NORD’s new input adapters offer added value with increased configurability and minimal maintenance
- Schaeffler presenting solutions for industrial robotics at Automate show
- Ohio manufacturer wins igus’ manus international design award
- Exclusive Q&A with igus North America’s CEO, Artur Peplinski
- Reassessing grooves in bearings and wear pads
Cables + cable management
- icotek launches flexible, space-saving cable gland series
- AutomationDirect expands wire management with Murrplastik MP10 drag chains
- Additional Murrplastik cable entry frames and grommets from AutomationDirect
- icotek introduces Modular Interface System
- AutomationDirect expands lineup with Southwire flexible metal conduit
- AutomationDirect adds Helukabel SOOW, SJOOW Portable Cord
- icotek presents modular stackable cable clamp
- Binder introduces special flange components for the PBC15 cable connector
- LUTZE ELECTRONIC flexible control and signal cable have many uses
- Compact CableMaster VFL offers continuity testing and fault location for fiber optic cables
Cabinets • enclosures • control panels • DIN rail
- AutomationDirect offers pre-cut, deburred aluminum DIN rails
- AutomationDirect adds AttaBox hinged screw cover enclosures
- OKW’s new RAILTEC panel enclosures for individual DIN rail devices
- METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation
- ROLEC offers three modular suspension arms for industrial electronics
- TECHNOMET-CONTROL enclosures now available with pole mount
- Enclosure air conditioners available for harsh and corrosive environments
- ROLEC’s technoBOX (IP 66) plastic enclosures now available with more accessories
- OKW updates NET-BOX for wall-mounted IoT/IIoT electronics
- Norstat unveils MBI-L series larger sized polycarbonate enclosures
Potentiometers
- AutomationDirect offers ProSense linear potentiometers
- WAGO Adds JUMPFLEX Potentionmeter Signal Conditioner
- Sensor Design to Meet the Rigors of Space Satellites
- Linear Displacement Transducer from AMETEK
- Customizable SG1 Stringpot from Celesco
- Robotic Designs Look to Nature for Inspiration
- CT-1000 Potentiometric Level Sensors from Gems
- BEI Sensors Launches Online eCatalog
- MINI Analog Transducer for Potentiometers
Software • 3D CAD
- ECM and Thrustmaster announce partnership on Simracing Wheel with PCB Stator technology
- Bringing CAD to the cloud
- COMSOL launches open-access learning center for Multiphysics modeling
- Kubotek3D to operate as Kubotek Kosmos
- COMSOL completes working environment for modeling, simulation projects
- Sager Electronics adds electronic CAD file accessibility in online catalog
- Software simulates connectivity, PCB-level performance, modern manufacturing processes
- Wire harness/cabinet design software adds tabular editing, document embedding, and 3D PDF support
Digital manufacturing
- Addressing data silos in manufacturing: Strategies for improvement
- New TwinCAT 3 CNC features enhance EDM, additive manufacturing processes
- Protolabs serves as quick-turn collaborator in NASA Generative Design Project
- Quickparts’ new online tool streamlines volume manufacturing solutions requests
- Update on digital twins and more for digital manufacturing
- Caddi Drawer generates searchable 2D drawings, saving design time and procurement costs
- Heidenhain and Acu-Rite offer education support for manufacturing
- Machine control and connected machines for DX initiatives
Hose • wraps + sleeves
- Heavy Duty HEPA vacuum moves material with less water
- NewAge’s new website showcases tubing, hose and the company’s unique culture
- Custom hose design helps aerospace test facility
- EasySwitch Vac simplifies the process of vacuuming wet and dry materials
- NewAge Industries invests in new plastic hose manufacturing equipment
- Nitto Kohki low-pressure Cube Cupla fluid couplings
- Pig’s Tail hose protection: HDPE spiral wrap from Caplugs
- Dual Point Mini Cooler from EXAIR cools small parts and tools
- Caplugs sells comprehensive Pig’s Tail spiral wrap for hose protection
- Larger 316SS air conveyors for food, pharma, and chemical
IoT • IIoT • Internet of things • Industry 4.0
- UNO-2271G V3: Scalable, compact industrial IoT edge gateway
- Telit Cinterion enhances deviceWISE AI Visual Inspection with NVIDIA AI Enterprise
- DigiKey expands product portfolio through partnership with MediaTek
- SICK, CoreTigo partner on IO-link wireless
- V-MO monitors ocean vessel motors in real-time
- Softing Industrial expands edgeConnector with ARM 32-bit compatibility
- Softing Industrial’s edgeConnector integrates Allen-Bradley controllers into industrial edge applications
- New: Siemens browser-based functions for manufacturers with Zel X software
- Engineers emboldened by digital transformation community
Awards • acquisitions
- manus plastic bearing competition 2025 winners announced
- ABB and Stadler collaborate to advance US passenger rail
- ABB invests in strategic partnership with US start-up Molg
- Motion to acquire California industrial distributor
- Renishaw receives Industry Partner Award at Davis Technical College Foundation’s Annual Life-Changer Luncheon
Batteries
- Tadiran introduces TLM-1550SPM high-power lithium cells for critical applications
- Amprius launches new production-ready 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery for aerospace
- Honeywell’s new Battery Safety Electrolyte Sensors for EVs and off-road
- Bosch Rexroth demonstrating comprehensive manufacturing solutions at the NA Battery Show
- Siemens joins Global Battery Alliance to accelerate development of sustainable battery industry
- Move battery manufacturing forward – fast
- Is interest in EVs powering down?
- Eurofins EAG Lab expands battery testing services
- Southco securing EV charging and grid battery storage infrastructure
- NFI’s drone deployment takes flight
Joysticks
- Low-profile, high value: thumbsticks balance toughness and sensitivity
- APEM expands availability of its XS series low-profile joystick for precise control
- Joysticks get ergonomic handle option
- Schmersal IP69K rated joysticks
- Electronic remote control makes yacht navigation and docking a breeze
- APEM, INC. Launches high strength finger operated joystick controller designed for vehicle applications
- Sager Electronics awarded distributor of the year by OTTO
- Customizable heavy-duty joysticks from RAFI
- NASA Astronaut Tinkers with Creating a Joystick for Drones
- Winning Nintendo Races With Cardboard
Tech Toolboxes
- TECH TOOLBOX: Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- TECH TOOLBOX: Smart machines — and where engineers are headed
- Tech Toolbox: Machine design for food automation
- Tech Toolbox: Machine design for packaging
- Tech Toolbox: Pneumatics
- Tech Toolbox: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Fastener company profiles
- ARaymond’s Carole Neyrinck talks equality and sustainability in business
- Celebrating a century of power-tool innovations
- From motors to direct fastening: How Hilti became a global phenomenon
- Learning on the job: Finding success in the fastener industry
- A strategic career choice: Mallory Nichols talks business
- How Buckeye Fasteners Company was built on resilience and success
- Meet SPIROL’s Tara Meinck: Life as an engineer
- How ARaymond’s Laurence Fayand is closing the gender gap through innovation
- Flying high: Hercules Bolt’s karma is one of success
- How AFT Fasteners emerged from a simple coatings company
Blowers
- Static eliminator neutralizes and cleans wide surfaces
- EXAIR’s TurboBlast Safety Air Gun with Gate Valve offers incredible power with variable force
- Adjustable spot cooler provides precise industrial cooling
- New Intellistat Ion Air Gun for static elimination in sensitive processes
- Restoring trust in engineering culture
- What is V/Hz control mode for AC drives?
- New Simotics SD200 low-voltage, severe-duty AC motors with 75 to 800 hp output
- Additive manufacturing amps up fuel cells, drives down cost
- Wear-resistant and quiet: igus develops a new two-component ball bearing
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- Balluff EtherNet/IP IO-Link master modules, hubs, and analog converter from AutomationDirect
- New ultrasonic sensors with integrated IO-Link for industrial applications
- ABB adds AI to robotic Item Picking family for fashion and logistics
- ABB Robotics and AUAR to build climate-neutral research facility
- KUKA to debut new heavyweight AMR at PROMAT 2025
- AutomationDirect adds Endress+Hauser’s vibration rod level switches to detect bulk solids
- EXAIR’s line of Air Knives provides an air curtain that can be used for many applications
- igus marks 60 years with recyclable bike, highlighting commitment to sustainability
- Motion Industries enters into agreement to purchase conveyance company
Tables • stages • indexers • hexapods
- High-precision rotary motion — designed and manufactured in the USA, new from PI
- OES rotary stages offer high-resolution and substantial load capacities
- Ergoswiss table lifting systems from AutomationDirect
- LS Electric DC servo systems (EtherCAT, Pulse, and Indexing Control) from AutomationDirect
- Frameless motors versus torque motors
- Nexen announces a new line of high torque and moment load capacity rotary indexers
- Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing
- Kollmorgen expands series of stepper drives with closed-loop position control
- Rigid shaft end adapters eliminate need for shaft replacement
Assembly automation
- Rollon launches new Cobot Transfer Unit (CTU) for enhanced performance and seamless integration
- DigiKey debuts Season 3 of the Supply Chain Transformed series
- Motion promotes Eric Gonzalez to SVP of Mexico, Canada
- Dorner to Preview C3 Belted Curve Conveyor for Sanitary Applications at PACK EXPO 2024
- An interview with CEO Rüdiger Knevels: The future of Rollon Group in the U.S.
- eBook: Setting The Standard For Precise Alignment
- M12 connector line expanded to include D-coded options
- Pallet conveying — for pacing small electronics and more
Appliance engineering + home automation
- FoldiMate equity crowdfunding campaign to support laundry folding robot appliance
- High Performance Digital Control for Industrial Motors
- TE Connectivity named a ‘Top 100 Global Innovator’ for eighth consecutive year
- TE Connectivity named among Fortune’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’
- Friendly Electromagnetic Pulse Improves Survival for Electronics
- Highly stable CO2 sensors operate at 0 to 50 degrees C
- July 2018 Robotics and Intelligent Systems Investments
Fastening + joining
- Southco introduces new lever-actuated plunger for easier operation
Ballscrews • leadscrews
- SCHNEEBERGER partners with a leading manufacturer of precision couplings
- New tools and services aid ball screw selection and design
- How ball screws can help with cobot motion efficiency
- THK roller LM guide type HRX for myriad applications and harsh environments
- New hygienic integrated electric actuators for food/beverage processing from Tolomatic
- XGT2 high-gain rubber type coupling: productivity and stabilization time
- How roller-screw and ball-screw actuators compare in high-force applications
- SMAC single-axis servo controller starting at $200
- Linear motion provider THK adds TRX robot hand to lineup
Capacitors
- Advanced Conversion launches 200° C film capacitor for extreme conditions
- Cornell Dubilier acquires capacitor division from NWL
- Series of new supercapacitors operate at higher voltages
- Supercapacitor modules from Eaton available from Newark
- Filtering out common mode noise with monolithic EMI filters
Fans
- More Stego thermal management productsfrom AutomationDirect
- Distributor Sager Electronics to carry NMB high-performance PWM cooling fans
- High-efficiency EC cooling fans handle 480 CFM
- Laird’s supercool thermoelectric assembly increases cooling performance by up to 60%
- Low power consumption AC/EC fans
- TEAs from Laird deliver compact cooling performance for analytical and medical instrumentation
Gages
- One device, two temperature instruments
- Pressure transmitter with low-power output
- Equator gauging system provides precision while reducing cost
- Accuracy and versatile gauging go hand in hand at HEIDENHAIN
- Gage handles high-volume manufacturing inspection
- Digital Pressure Gage from Omega Engineering
Hydraulic equipment + components
- AutomationDirect now offering Peninsular hydraulic cylinders
- JW Winco adds new sealed standard, stainless-steel parts for high hygienic requirements
- Examining direct drive hydraulic maintenance
- Small, compact cylinder boasts large preload capacity
- High modulus plastics for off-highway
- Custom Peninsular Cylinder design named a finalist for “Coolest Thing Made in Michigan”
- Bimba’s IntelliPress electric bench top press
- Death of the shadetree mechanic?
- Danfoss electrifying excavators in push for zero emission construction sites
- Boston Dynamics’ VP of Engineering talks fluid power, 3D printing
Sensors (pressure)
- AutomationDirect has added AchieVe LPPT series pressure transmitters to its inventory
- Endress+Hauser Cerephant Series digital pressure transmitters from AutomationDirect
- Emerson to showcase Floor to Cloud hydrogen solutions at Hyvolution 2024 — booth L26
- Endress+Hauser Cerabar Series pressure transmitters from AutomationDirect
- PCB Piezotronics’ ultra-high pressure sensor eliminates the need for water cooling
- Clippard releases calibrated pressure sensors
- Imec’s flat-panel-display-compatible pMUT technology for emerging ultrasound applications
- Minimal space, maximum applicability
- All Sensors ELV Series analog and digital pressure sensors now available at Heilind Electronics
- Heilind Electronics Partners with Trafag and expands portfolio of pressure and temperature sensors
Bellows
- Flexible disc and bellows couplings from R+W
- Two coupling technologies compared: Flexible disc and bellows couplings
- Servometer SMC 300 Series bellows coupling
- Are disc and bellows couplings similar?
- Do bellows couplings require precision alignment?
- SP3 metal bellows coupling with external clamping ring
- R+W bellows couplings for spindle applications
- Designing with Metals Bellows Couplings Tech Tip
Ethernet — cables • hubs • switches
- AutomationDirect adds Helukabel’s HELUKAT Ethernet and Profinet cables
- Helukabel HELUKAT Ethernet and Profinet cable from AutomationDirect
- Industrial Ethernet expansion with FSoE encoder for safety applications
- Industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus protocols provide reliable communications
- Emerson SolaHD industrial rack mount online UPS improves user interface and lead time
- Self-learning 3-phase soft starters for motors up to 75 hp/55 kW
- Media converters, PoE++ Ethernet switch, and PoE++ injectors from AutomationDirect
- Automating the impossible in any factory, in any country
- PFC100 Generation 2 controllers offer new features, capabilities
Commentaries • insights • Technical thinking
- Technical thinking: PVCs, IVs, and questioning risk
- Technical thinking: Fire prevention through the internet
- The word of the day is… tariffs
- Technical thinking: Finally, proof that the Andy Letter was right
- Technical thinking: Don’t trash those plastic spatulas
- Technical thinking: Let me have that — with a side of noise and fumes
- The link between technology and all of those food recalls
- Technical thinking: Thoughts on obsolescence
- Technical thinking: The surprising GHG emissions from flying
- Clean, contextualized data drives digital transformation
Light curtains
- Datasensing SH4 Category 4/Type 4 safety light curtains from AutomationDirect
- ProSense FLG Series detection light grids from AutomationDirect
- Safety light curtains from Schmersal
- Banner Engineering expands its EPLAN product portfolio
- Safety light curtains are easy to integrate and install
- Pilz and Midaco Corporation team up to solve safety automation challenges
- Safe object differentiation and identification for conveying and packaging
- Category 4 Light Curtain provides safety, performance and innovative features
- Category 4 light curtain
- ReeR Safegate non-muting access control lights curtains
Software • CAM
- What’s new in Verisurf 2022
- CAM education credentials
- OPEN Mind Releases hyperMILL 2014.2 CAM Software
Brakes • clutches
- Miki Pulley brake models for overhead garage door applications
- Dynamometers with Positorq oil shear load brakes test to zero rpm
- How motor brakes can help alleviate worker shortage issues
- Washdown duty oil shear brakes, clutches and clutch brakes require no maintenance
- MagnaShear motor brakes make frequent start/stop cycles on cranes & conveyors maintenance-free
- Mechanical lifting devices get modern drive technology upgrade
- DELLNER BUBENZER debuts innovative and optimal performing disc brake series
- MagnaShear motor brakes provide secure, no-maintenance holding brake solution for conveyors
- Three torque-limiter options compared (and trip torque explained)
Tech Tips • eBooks
- Rotary Ball Spline Technologies and the Effective Differences of Two Rotational Nut Technologies
- The NB Linear Actuator BG Type
- Turnkey Mechatronics Complete Challenging Designs
- Beverage Manufacturing: Innovate, Automate, Connect, Grow
- IIoT Sensors and Systems with IO-LINK
- Food Packaging: A Flexible Future and the Shelf-Ready Revolution
- Impacts of 3D IC On The Future
- The Flange Bush Primer
- Linear-Motion Solutions for the Design Engineer Tech Tips
NEWS • PROFILES • EDITORIALS
- How much do engineers make? Our new 2025 Salary Survey
- Day 2: New technologies at Automate 2025
- Automate 2025 builds on years of momentum
- DigiKey to showcase automation solutions at automate 2025
- ECM unveils high-torque, ultra-compact servo motor with integrated strain wave gearing ahead of Automate 2025
3D printing • additive • stereolithography
- Siemens expands its additive manufacturing offerings on the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace
- Stratasys unveils high-precision printing solution for short production runs
- The next step towards industrial production using metal 3D printing
- OriVa, formerly the Gutsy Port, is taking shape for ostomates
- 3D printing team wins NASA’s 2024 Invention of the Year
- Additive applications in aerospace explode
- How additive manufacturing is impacting the automotive industry, from large players to custom shops
- American Bureau of Shipping explores new framework for additive part qualification
- New Renishaw TEMPUS technology achieves up to 50 percent reduction in additive manufacturing build times
- Prototyping the Gutsy Port, an empowering solution for ostomates
AI • machine learning
- Sitech spotlights RodRadar’s Live Dig Radar real-time strike avoidance solution
- A 1993 mystic on the nature of AI
- Emerson introduces DeltaV Edge Environment 2.0 to enhance batch data integration
- Siemens unveils next-generation AI-enhanced Electronic Systems Design software
- AUAR ships robotic micro-factories to the US to build sustainable, affordable homes across the Midwest
- ABB Robotics sponsors MassRobotics to accelerate innovation in the robotics industry
- Emerson’s transformative GenAI Automation
- igus to exhibit cutting-edge engineering and automation solutions at IMTS 2024
Industrial automation
- Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
- Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
- POSITAL adds new connectivity, housing options for TILTIX inclinometers
- Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions
- Rollon presents AXNR curved motion system at Advanced Factories Expo
- Altech DO-1 for Modbus devices integrates data collection, analysis, and alerts
- Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary
- Bosch Rexroth to showcase automation solutions at Automate 2025
- Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes
- Galco acquires Brozelco to expand industrial automation services
EV Engineering
- SABIC launches new Ultem resin for high-voltage EV traction motors
- Beyond the drivetrain: sensor innovation in automotive
- ABB survey predicts growth in EV production despite doubts on meeting ‘full EV’ deadline
- Coreless current sensor achieves 2 μs response time for EV applications
- How are EV wiring harnesses different?
- ZEEKR collaborates with Southco for automotive interior solutions
Fastener industry news
- Rotor Clip awarded Caterpillar supplier excellence recognition
- Fastener basics and beyond workshop at IFE is September 9
- Fastener Fair USA 2024 and Women that Rock
- Fastener Training Week returns to Chicago, August 19-23
- Fastener Warehouse acquires Canada’s Ridgeline Fasteners
- Birmingham Fastener sponsoring Fastener Training Weeks in 2024
- Fastener Industries buys Die Co. Inc.
- FTI presenting two training classes at Fastener Fair USA
Automotive
- Surface-mount switches maintain performance across automotive to medical applications
- Automotive ambient light sensor produces I2C signal output
- How did sensing help identify the Las Vegas Tesla torcher?
- Automotive-grade sensors operate across extended temperature range from -40 °C to 175 °C
- High-density automotive connector features 0.3 mm pitch
- Global shutter sensor operates with 1/4.51-inch optical format
- Hall-effect sensor detect X, Y, and Z directions
- 360° angular range sensors with customizable sub-segment measurement capabilities
- Automotive color sensor detects RGB and IR light
ASSEMBLY
Bushings • plain (sleeve) bearings
- Emerson Bearing unveils access to technical resources and solutions
- High-temperature bearings prove reliable in high-temperature oil application
- igus goes big with heavy-duty bearings, zero-lubrication for large machinery
- Bearings take heart in ergometer application
- Dura-Tube offers flexibility for tube made with continuously cast and trepan processes
- Bushing makes cleaning pumps easy
- Precision grips for medical component manufacturing
- Heavy-duty pivot bushing
- Keyless Shaft Bushings Transmit High Torque
Conveyors
- Columbus McKinnon showcases conveyance systems at Automate 2025
- New VarioFlow belt conveyor: Smooth transport of sealed-edge bags
- Garvey partners with Morrison Container Handling Solutions
- Continental offers rugged and manageable conveyor technologies for mining operations
- Custom conveyor goes up and over personnel
- NORD Overhead conveyor drives deliver space-saving, reliable performance
- mk North America conveyor QR code makes documentation more accessible
- QC Conveyors unveils heavy-duty AS80 conveyor system
I/O modules
- New option slot and stackable I/O modules from AutomationDirect
- AutomationDirect adds Murrelektronik Premium EtherCAT IO-Link master modules
- Festo introduces VTUX valve terminal
- ASI8100 stepper motors with integrated drives enable cabinet-free machine concepts
- Pepperl+Fuchs introduces photoelectric distance sensors in R200 series with pulse ranging technology
- Beckhoff offers machine-mountable EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box
- AutomationDirect adds more ReeR MOSAIC Safety Controller options
- FLEXIBLE IO-LINK CLASS A MASTER
- FIL20 I/O HUB WITH IO-LINK
- 8 port Class A IO-Link module
Pneumatic equipment + components
- Emerson to present Floor to Cloud solutions at Hannover Messe 2025
- New Piab magnetic grippers designed for automative applications
- Festo unveils Controlled Pneumatics digital closed-loop control strategy
- Festo introduces VEFC mass flow controller for precise control of inert gases
- The new PHD ERDP Remote Drive simplifies pneumatic actuator electrification
- New Emerson pneumatic valves provide greater automation flexibility, optimized flow
- PHD launches comprehensive catalog of Pneumatic Thruster & Rodless Linear Slides
- Upcoming EXAIR webinar: Laminar versus turbulent airflow in compressed air systems
- Automation24 adds Norgren, a pneumatic motion and fluid control technologies company
Sensors (proximity)
- Smart M12 capacitive proximity sensors with IO-Link communications
- AchieVe Series inductive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect
- Balluff BCS Series capacitive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect
- ProSense D80 Series large rectangular inductive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect
- Wenglor OPT Series ultrasonic proximity sensors from AutomationDirect
- Additional Contrinex small rectangular inductive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect
- Rugged full-metal inductive proximity sensors with IO-Link communications increase uptime
- Kaman’s high-reliability sensor system provides fast steering mirror control
- Smart lidar targets collision avoidance, smart navigation for mobile robots, port automation, warehouse logistics apps
Software • FEA
- Emerson software adds advanced capabilities
- Hack the crisis: Open-source site helps engineers get organized to fight COVID-19
- Overlapping Overset Meshes Open New Prospects for CFD Simulation of Moving Gear Systems
- FEA finds best design for bearing seal on turbines
- FEA Aids Deepwater Horizon Failure Forensics
- Meshing 101 – The Basics of CAE Meshing
Machine tools + subtractive manufacturing
- AZCO’s SUR SIZE Sheeter FGW 1650 unwinds, slits, and cuts flexible materials
- SMW Autoblok’s launches an extra-large zero point workpiece positioning system
- New zero-point vise system interfaces with existing workholding
- Convert a standard chuck into a quick-change chuck in seconds
- Tormach’s 1500MX CNC Mill is the fastest, most accurate, and most powerful machine
- Acing a custom manufacturing job
- Beckhoff cuts CNC programming complexity with enhanced features
Flanges • supports • mounts • brackets • hinges
- Revolutionizing workstation management with Southco monitor mounts
- What is a Friction/Torque Hinge?
- Introducing the E6-73 stainless steel constant torque flush mount hinge
- Southco’s positioning hinge and latch securely mounts lids and display screen in autos
- New IKO Cam Followers allow mounting freedom in tight spaces
- AutomationDirect now carries new FATH T-Slotted Rail Components
- JW Winco launches new range of detectable standard parts
- Hillman continues to grow with new distribution hub and leadership team
- Southco offers externally mounted free-swinging hinges in new materials
Converters (electrical) AD + DA • transformers
- Block open core control transformers from AutomationDirect
- MicroPower Direct has options for discontinued products
- Traco Power launches new dc-dc converters
- Murrelektronik open core control transformers from AutomationDirect
- RHINO Pro DC-to-DC converters now available from AutomationDirect
- TRACO POWER introduces next generation of DC-DC converters
- Encapsulated core general purpose transformers and buck-boost transformers
- 100 Watt Railway / Industrial DC-DC Converter with 12:1 Input Range
- DC/DC converters for railway and ruggedized industrial applications
- Traco Power’s new 12 Watt DC/DC converters with twice the power density
Lights • signal lamps • indicators
- Bivar introduces new Surface Area Side Glow technology for enhanced product design
- LED lights, featuring M12-A connectors, are designed for diverse lighting applications
- CCEA VEGA Series industrial LED lighting from AutomationDirect
- Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL series signal beacons from AutomationDirect
- ReeR Micron Series Light Grids from AutomationDirect
- CCEA TRACKALPHA-PRO Series LED light bars from AutomationDirect
- DEHN compact data and signal surge protection devices from AutomationDirect
- Intelligent standard parts from JW Winco
Belts + chains
- Regal Rexnord’s new Rexnord Series Chain solution for pasteurizer, warmer, cooler tunnels
- JKF Americas launches Top Drive brand of belts and accessories
- New igus E4.1R rol e-chain reduces noise, vibration and saves electricity
- igus introduces self-lubricating toothed belt axis
- Gates expands thermoplastic polyurethane line-up with best-in-class parabolic pitch belts
- New flour power belts for milling machines
- System Plast iCOF condition monitoring device
- Dorner’s German manufacturing facility now building 2200 Series Modular Belt conveyors
Adhesives • epoxies
- Ellsworth Adhesives, 3M partner to distribute one-part epoxy for electronics
- Non-drip cryogenic epoxy offers electrical and thermal insulation
- Medical-grade dual-curable adhesive enables fast fixturing with LED light
- New EP53TC epoxy for efficient heat dissipation in small applications
- Toughened, non-drip epoxy features high glass transition temperature
- Low viscosity, optically clear epoxy passes ISO 10993-5 standard
- Underfill epoxy offers high glass transition temperature and low viscosity
Heaters (electric)
- More Saginaw heat exchanger options from AutomationDirect
- Watlow obtains KGS certification on flange and circulation heaters
- Heating system reduces complexity with legacy systems on semiconductor tool
- Polyimide heater kit for almost any application
- New CP6906 Control Panel from Beckhoff Expands Entry-Level Product
- Watlow introduces new website
- Chinese Watlow facility receives certifications to manufacture and repair pressure vessels
- New FLUENT in-line heater provides on demand heating in a small package
- Watlow releases OPTIMAX next generation heat exchanger
- Durex Industries SENTINEL® Molded Foam Silicone Rubber Heater
Slip rings + rotary unions
- Orbex offers standard IP65 slip rings with short lead times
- Kubler SR160P slip rings for robotics
- Kubler Slip ring SRS250 for for Industry 4.0/IIOT
- Encoders and slip rings for Industry 4.0
- Orbex slip rings offer IP65 protection for demanding environments
- Designing parallel grippers for collaborative robot precision
- Inductive couplers provide reliable power transfer over an air gap
- Multi-tool mount enables 1 UR e-Series cobot to use 3 grippers
Engineering Diversity & Inclusion
- October 2024 Issue: EDI – Engineering Diversity + Inclusion
- Changes in engineering and STEM-worker demographics
- Laine Chan: Strong engineers aren’t afraid to ask for help
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- Spotlight on Engineering Diversity & Inclusion – Ronda Devereaux
Cybersecurity
- HMS Networks acquires PEAK-System Technik
- HMS Networks launches the Anybus Defender industrial security appliances lineup
- Emerson Downhole Monitoring Systems selected for Equinor’s Rosebank Field
- Ewon remote solutions from HMS Networks strengthen security
- IEC 62443: Ewon remote solutions from HMS Networks strengthens security
- R4-50 heavy-duty electronic rotary latch with integrated sensor
- SIBERprotect delivers automatic cyber response solution for industrial OT systems
- Mitsubishi collaborates with Dispel to launch zero-trust remote access solution
- R86TB high-performance teach pendant for improved operability
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Warehouse automation
- Implementing reliable warehouse communications
- Sensor technologies transforming supply chains
- Move battery manufacturing forward – fast
- Intelligent robotic vision system destacks up to 800 objects per hour
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AUTOMATION
- Automation solution goes hard in the paint
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Couplings
- New contactless link magnetic couplings from Miki Pulley
- Shaft collars and couplings remachineable for MRO applications
- Rigid set screw couplings for round, square, and hex shafts
- Ruland offers expanded range of short rigid couplings
- How to bring a 164-year-old gondola back to life
- Most-read Design World articles of 2022
- JW Winco releases new precision couplings
- How to avoid coupling failures?
- Limit-switch mounts are highly adjustable
Molding • injection molding components
- Protolabs launches all-new digital quoting platform in U.S.
- Desktop Metal releases the P-1 3D printer, which offers single pass jetting technology
- Trends to watch in additive manufacturing for 2021
- What is High Speed Sintering (HSS)?
- Rapid desktop manufacturing of rubber parts
- Desktop Metal launches pure copper metal for the Studio System
- Desktop Metal begins global shipments of shop system for mid-volume metal 3d printing manufacturing
- Siemens expands software ecosystem for industrial additive manufacturing
Pumps
- New improved vacuum grippers from COVAL with communications interface
- COVAL’S new multistage vacuum pumps offer added intelligence and communication
- IronHorse jet pump and stainless steel motors from AutomationDirect
- Retrofit solution improves pump reliability for refinery
- KNF’s Diaphragm Liquid Pump FP 70 provides a smooth flow and high efficiency solution
- KNF’s new smooth flow, high efficiency diaphragm liquid pump FP 70
- High-pressure solenoid pump offers fluid control for rigorous needs
- KNF launches four new vacuum/compressor pumps for industrial applications
- EXAIR’s Heavy Duty Dry Vac vacuums more material in less time
- KNF launches two new compact, high-performance pumps
Sensors (temperature)
- ProSense fixed range, head-mounted temperature transmitters
- More Optris infrared pyrometer options from AutomationDirect
- Additional ProSense programmable temperature transmitters from AutomationDirect
- Heilind Electronics expands sensor offering with Sensata-Cynergy3 Temperature Sensors
- Improving downstream supply chain flexibility
- Free-standing thermal screening system employs advanced thermal imaging
- OMEGA introduces powerful temperature and process meter
Tubing components
- Eisele expands product line to include screw-in elbows for high flow rates
- CDM distributes Sumitomo’s full lines of SAE AS23053 heat shrink tubing
- JMC Steel Group announces executive promotions
- Alpha Wire Expands FIT Heat-Shrink Tubing Line
- JMC Steel Awarded LEED Silver Certification for Chicago HQ
- Sharon Tube Marks Official Launch with Ribbon-Cutting Event
Multimeters
- RH87 series of digital multifunctional environmental meters
- Agilent Tech Adds Wireless Connectivity to Clamp Meters
- CW10 Clamp-On Power Meter from Yokogawa
- Clamp-On Digital Multimeters
- How to Determine Digital Multimeter Accuracy
Collars • locking devices
- Ringfeder locking assembly in a ball mill for cement production
- High-speed couplings from Miki Pulley handle 24,000 RPM with high torque precision
- Zero-Max expands Posi-Lok keyless shaft bushing product line
- A big “twist” on Ringfeder’s standard shrink disc
- Martin expanding its heavy-duty conveyor pulley line
- ETP shaft locking device with single screw
- ETP shaft-locking device from Zero-Max provides verifiable component installation
- GAM right-angle gearboxes: EPR and PER Series come in NEMA and metric variations
- “Jaw spider” couplings from Miki Pulley
Motors (linear)
- New high-voltage, direct drive linear motors from Kollmorgen
- PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion
- High-thrust linear motor stage delivers long stroke lengths in constrained spaces
- Fully enclosed, high-resolution miniature linear servo motor features high force-to-size ratio
- Midwest Motion Products unveils MMP D22-376B-12V GP52-014 EU-1024
- M.G.M. Electric IEC motors and brake motors from AutomationDirect
- Tackling long drill production challenges
- Akribis Systems introduces rod motor positioning modules with submicron accuracy
- ABB showcases motor solutions for the aggregate industry at AGG1
Green engineering • renewable energy • sustainability
- Advantech and Arbor Day Foundation mark second year of partnership
- NASA’s wind tunnel gets a new lease of life
- New ABB and Fraunhofer IPA report on how hard-to-abate industries can achieve net zero
Software • simulation
- Siemens acquires Altair Engineering
- Read COMSOL News 2021
- How a ME/EE turned passion for design into his own bike company
- The case for integrated design software
- ITI announces Model Based Design/Model Based Manufacturing online workshop
- Introducing a new online tool for power quality simulations
- B&R mapp technology now includes robot-kinematics functions
Wire & Cable Tips
- Pasternack expands offerings with launch of fiber optic cable assemblies
- binder introduces M12 X-coded connectors for rail, transport, and agriculture
- Mini-FAKRA cable assemblies for automotive and industrial use
- AutomationDirect adds Helukabel portable cords
- Semi-rigid and conformable options added to RF cable assembly line
- Canfield Connector launches bulk wire for custom industrial needs
- Murrplastik cable / hose drag chains and accessories from AutomationDirect
- More Hammond lay-in and pull-through wireway options from AutomationDirect
- Belden Horizon Console
Circuits
- Keystone introduces SMT PCB jumper devices for circuit board connections
- Manufacturers are “banking” electronic chips to protect against shortages
- E-T-A REX Modular Circuit Protectors from AutomationDirect
- 3-in-1 cables take to the ice of Antarctica
- Best free analog circuit simulators
- Gladiator series circuit breakers and supplementary protectors
- PCB material incorporates embedded resistor-foil layer for handling high-frequencies
- WAGO’s Pro2 Power Supplies increases system uptime
- KOA Speer’s new SG73G Surge Resistor offers high pulse resistance with ultra precision
The Robot Report
- Regal Rexnord features concept Automated Guided Vehicle
- Softbank Whiz cleaning robot available outside of Japan
- CMR Surgical raises $240M for Versius surgical robot
- New UR16e cobot designed for heavy-duty applications
- Takeoff Technologies raises $25M for e-grocery automation
- 6 River Systems acquisition: Mobile robots a must in new economy
Cannabis
- High speeds and output put greater demand on shock and vibration technologies
- ‘Robo-Nose’ Could Give K9 Officers a Break
- Spartan Scientific launches new stackable solenoid valve
- Cloud Of Uncertainty Over Legalized Marijuana As Feds End Obama-Era Accommodation
- UK Prison Moves To Stop Drone Deliveries Of Contraband
Caps • plugs • vents
- MOCAP expands line of protective caps and tubing plugs
- Free samples of all Caplugs catalog products ready to ship
- Caplugs universal pull plug UPP series for threaded ports
- Venting caps by KACO are simple, solve complex problems
Virtual reality • VR
- EXAIR’s new mobile app enhances user experience
- EXAIR’s new augmented reality web application helps improve customer experience
- RealWear introduces RealWear Navigator 500 assisted reality wearable for frontline workers
- ABB offers augmented reality on a smartphone
- How to tap into the AR/VR explosion
- VR headsets support StreamVR content
- How can an RTC feature stabilize an image sensor’s output?
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Machine frames • aluminum profiles • T rails
- Bosch Rexroth expands its range of aluminum profiles to include an Inch 10 and 15 series
- Black anodized T-slotted rails from AutomationDirect
- FRAMEpro lets you bring Bosch Rexroth’s modular aluminum profile system directly into CAD environments
- Bosch Rexroth’s FRAMEpro
- Aluminum profiles for personal protective devices from Bosch Rexroth
Sensor Tips
- What’s the difference between Maxwell’s equations and Maxwell’s relations?
- Sensors conference in Boston to feature keynotes, panels, and poster sessions
- Updated MIPI C-PHY interface supports high-resolution sensors
- What kinematic equations are important for industrial robots?
- Knobs feature 8.5 – 19.45 mm heights for potentiometers
Semiconductor manufacture
- New Nitrogen purging technology in semiconductor fabrication can accrue millions in energy savings
- Teledyne DALSA, Wickon Hightech announce strategic collaboration for 3D scanning technology
- Murrplastik discharge plates, EMC cable clips, and electrical conduit kits
Wireless • 5G and more
- 60 GHz measurement sensor provides multi-environment detection capabilities
- Basics of deciphering electromagnetic interference
- A look at AGV applications in state-of-the-art car manufacturing
- How off-the-shelf DC/DC converters simplify ruggedized application development
- New Midwest Microwave SMP terminations series for 5G market
Computer boards
- Acromag’s new APCe8775 card
- World’s first COTS fully integrated T2080 SBC, TTE, ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) and ARINC 429/575 certifiable solution
- Teledyne DALSA Expands its Xtium frame grabber series with new CoaXPress model
- Rogers Corporation to offer practical material solutions at PCB West 2015 Conference & Exhibition
- GE Rugged proves itself in space
Seals • gaskets • O rings
- Trim-Lok releases Catalog 800 with new products and updates
- Southco enhances enclosure performance with gaskets and access hardware
- Trim‐Lok showcases RV slide-out seal system and seamless corner installation in new video
- Hinged Screw Cap Cover offers streamlined installation and dual functionality
- New segmented-ring seal technology made for pipes
- Schreiner ProTech opens new Pressure Compensation Seals Process Center
- Greene Tweed introduces its latest Canted Coil MSE sealing solution
- New foldable gasket safely seals battery systems
Valves
- GC valves NSF lead-free brass water valves from AutomationDirect
- AutomationDirect offers GC Valves 71 series 2-port water valves
- Emerson pressure relief valve in critical gas applications
- Festo introduces VTEP proportional valve terminal
- Piezo technology simplifies integration for precise gas handling
- Clippard releases new 8 mm series proportional micro electronic valves
- AutomationDirect offers CITO modular process valves, manifolds
- Proportion-Air explains how its FCV works in tough environments
CONNECTIVITY • fieldbuses • networks • gateways
Stages • gantries
- IKO introduces linear motor stage for semiconductor fabrication
- Linkam launches enhancements to HFS probe stage
- Four axes XYZ-goniometer stages from OES
- AutomationDirec adds igus linear slide actuators and XYZ gantries to inventory
- 6-axis stage based on precision hexapod micro-robot is designed for new nano-positioning applications
- Aerotech launches second generation of nanopositioning stages
- OES releases motorized yaw-pitch stages
- Developing Positioning Systems for Pathology Scanners
Springs • wave springs • retaining rings • spring clips
- Akribis introduces magnetic springs for gravity compensation application
- Rotor Clip manufacturing smaller-sized wave springs to meet market demand
- How to calculate retaining ring maximum speed (rpm) and when it matters
- Rotor Clip becomes ISO 13485 certified
Filters (mechanical) for air + fans
- Super Air Knife with Stainless Steel Plumbing Kits simplify compressed air supply hook up
- EXAIR 3D model and CAD Library has more than 70 extensions
- Mechanically cleaned filter handles chemical residue issue
- EXAIR now sells 1/8 NPT siphon fed spray nozzles for non-pressurized liquids
- Soft Grip air scraper from EXAIR with extension pipe
- EXAIR offers high-capacity quality HEPA vacuum
- Specialty fan filters offer low pressure drop, water resistance and fire protection
Signal analyzers
- ProSense frequency signal conditioners from AutomationDirect
- Empowering long-distance signal strength in demanding processes and environments
- High density process signal conditioners
- Power Triple Lock Connector System now distributed from Sager Electronics
- Sprecher + Schuh is Now the Exclusive Master Distributor for Auer Signaling
- 2857 series JUMPFLEX® signal conditioners
- AutomationDirect Offers Additional Signal Conditioners
- OMEGA ENGINEERING Introduces Signal Conditioners DRSP-I
Drives (ac) + VFDs + starters
- Ever Motion Solutions Titanio Series stepper drives from AutomationDirect
- AutomationDirect offers WEG CFW320 AC VFDs, SSW900 soft starters
- EPLAN, Siemens enable seamless data interoperability in machine engineering
- Beckhoff powers new levels of machine efficiency with AX8820 regen module
- Nidec Drives unveils 700 hp / 500 kW power module drive
- IronHorse ACG Drives from AutomationDirect
- Yaskawa America expands GA800 AC Drive product line
- Toshiba AS3 AC drives from AutomationDirect
Food + beverage
- Beckhoff strengthens packaging industry team in the US and globally
- Smurfit Kappa and WestRock merge forming global sustainable packaging operation
- Finding the Right Formula for Flexible Food Packaging
- TurboChef adopts LeanDNA supply chain software to improve inventory management
- Stainless steel: The gold standard for equipment cleanliness
M2M (machine to machine)
- DARPA Explores New Computing Architectures to Deliver Verifiable Data Assurances
- Network Orchestration: SLU Researcher Uses Music to Manage Networks
- Toolkit of Antenna Solutions to Enable Highest Performance WiFi 6 Connectivity Solutions
- Zyxel to Debut LTE CBRS Outdoor Router for Fixed Wireless Access at CES 2019
Industry regulations + certifications
- Baker Industries earns ISO 14001 certification
- Facebook CEO Zuckerberg Calls for More Outside Regulation
- Musk’s Boring Company Calls it Quits on LA Tunnel, Instead Focuses on Hyperloop
Product design
- ABB launches AppStudio no-code tool for robot interface programming
- Bosch Rexroth adds force control software feature to mechatronic subsystems for pressing and joining applications
- The top ten free engineering math software packages
- Book Review: Hardcore Programming for Mechanical Engineers, By Angel Sola Orbaiceta
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Clamps • locks • latches
- How modular clamping systems improve precision in metrology
- New electronic rotary latch with integrated sensor
- Solutions for fastening loads safely and securely
- JW Winco releases clean-in-place latches
- Southco launches cable accessory for its AC-15 Rotary Latch Actuators
3D CAD World
- Ashlar-Vellum releases Cobalt Share App for free file sharing
- Siemens introduces Simcenter X
- Tech Soft 3D aquires Actify SpinFire
- SprutCAM X Robot adds Rokae Robotics and Kawasaki robots
- Elysium InfiPoints now available through Altair
- COMSOL Conference 2024 kicks off in Boston
- The Exploration Company uses Ansys for reusable space vehicle
- Autodesk releases is 2024 Design & Make Report
- IMSI Design releases TurboCAD 2024
- CloudNC CAM Assist software creates toolpaths with AI
Medical-device manufacture
- What is the role of interconnects in continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)?
- What types of connectors are used in medical devices?
- Easy locking connector adapts to industrial requirements
- 34-contact high-voltage connector achieves 5kV rating
Connectors (electrical) • crimp technologies
- binder announces new M12 L- and T-coded connectors for harsh environments
- METEcon multi-wire connectors from AutomationDirect
- AutomationDirect offers Penn-Union compression lugs, crimp tools
- binder redesigned its molded M16 connectors for harsh environments
- Additional Murrelektronik field wireable connector options from AutomationDirect
- LUTZE RJ45 shielded IDC field wireable connectors and adapters from AutomationDirect
- Murrelektronik Modlink panel interface connectors from AutomationDirect
Displays • HMIs • operator interfaces • monitors
- IDEC 4.3-in. HMI delivers a technologically advanced display
- C-more CM5 headless HMI from AutomationDirect
- Weintek USA launches new versatile HMI
- Softing’s “plantPerfect Monitor” for industrial communication networks at ACHEMA 2024
- Streamlining automation with all-in-one control and visualization
- Hyson announces expanded Toolmind product line
- Mitsubishi launches high-performance teach pendant for improved operability
- IDEC 7-in. combined PLC+HMI increases display size and I/O options
- Pepperl+Fuchs VisuNet FLX HMI series now offers extended temperature range
Student programs • Technical education
- Festo Didactic to showcase workforce development at Automate
- 2025 PTDA Foundation fund drive reaches midpoint toward goal
- DigiKey, SparkFun partner to provide XRP robotics kits for engineers
- DigiKey and Schneider Electric to host webinar on wireless pushbutton technology
- PTDA Foundation launches student and employee scholarships
Wireless devices
- Five things to know about leveraging wireless charging to support DX
- Delta showcases wireless charging solutions and machine vision solutions for Smart Logistics at MODEX 2024
- Tips for designing embedded RFID readers
- Vision app-based industrial cameras: Versatile like smartphones
- Renishaw unveils new XM-60 multi-axis calibrator
Encoders • linear
- Linear position and speed sensing with rotary encoders
- SICK launches new linear encoder for industrial applications
- Draw-wire encoders measure position, speed and inclination
- Encoder Products Co. offers draw wire motion feedback solution
- Space-saving integrated guide with linear encoder from THK
Drives (dc)
- New OEM dc motor speed control from Dart Controls
- Nidec Drives introduces standard 5-year warranty
- NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Gear Motors Help Vincent Corporation Squeeze Almost Anything
- ElectroCraft unveils EZ Drive for brushless dc motors
- Testing drive systems virtually
- LogiDrive by NORD provides a complete drive solution
- AutomationDirect now offering affordable AchieVe PSA series power supplies
Test & Measurement Tips
- New Hexagon quality inspection innovation combines laser tracking and non-contact measurement
- When to buy used test equipment
- TRACO Power now sells cost-optimized 1-A POL converters with 6-to-36-V input range
- Flowmeter for industrial water, feedwater, cooling water and condensate
- New HEIDENHAIN SPECTO Gauge for In-Process Measurement Offers Time & Cost Savings
- Master Electronics Welcomes Teledyne LeCroy to its Growing Line Card
- VIDEO: Memory Functions in the Fluke 190-502 ScopeMeter
- Swept source optical coherence tomography options support 1 GS/sec on 12-bit PCIe data acq. cards
- Low-Noise 12-Bit PXIe Wideband Digital Receiver hits 3.2 GS/sec with 2 GHz instantaneous analog bandwidth
Bearing Tips
- From friction to function
- Michell Bearings expands reach with launch of German website
- igus introduces new environmentally-friendly PFAS- and PTFE-free bearing material
- Engineering company anticipates orders for movie prop platforms in 2025
- Thordon Bearings supplies full suite of bearings to the Otto Holden Generating Station
- BOA says seawater-lubricated propeller shaft bearing arrangement for all new build ships
- RS adds new industrial lubrication and power quality solutions suppliers
- Thordon Bearings’ brake cups
- Zero-lubrication components for all industries
- Industrial bearings support the GenAI revolution
Hose Assembly Tips
- Midland Metal launches updated 2017 catalog
- NFPA hosting Chicago Regional Meeting on December 7
- RYCO Hydraulics debuts 24-7 program in Houston
- NAHAD’s charitable water cause surpasses $10,000 mark
- What is the minimum bend radius for hydraulic hose?
- NAHAD to launch Hose Safety Institute Mobile App
- How does extreme heat affect hydraulic hose?
- 5,000-psi coupling connects by hand
- Portable hose crimper for forestry market
- Where is a hydraulic hose used?
Creo Simulation Live
- Simulation Capabilities in Creo
- Real-Time Simulation with Creo Simulation Live
- What Is Creo Simulation Live?
- Making Products More Competitive by Empowering Design Engineers
- 6 Issues to Avoid in a Simulation Tool for Design Engineers
- Simulation Buyer’s Guide for Design Engineers
- Real-Time Simulation: Revolutionizing Simulation for Design Engineers
- Creo Simulation Live Panel Discussion
- What Is Creo Simulation Live?
Infrastructure
- Crawling Robots and Flying Drones May Help Missouri’s Bridges
- Viasat and Facebook Collaborate to Expand Internet Connectivity in Rural Mexico
- Smartphone-Based System to Monitor America’s Crumbling Infrastructure
- Designing Sustainable, Energy-Efficient Buildings
- New Guidelines for Responding to Cyber Attacks Don’t Go Far Enough
- Soybean Oil Driving Technology to Improve Roadways
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION (DX)
- Advantech launches ‘Edge Computing & WISE-Edge in Action’ series at COMPUTEX 2025
- Advanced cryotherapy by CryoPhit USA with smart monitoring
- Lanner introduces EAI-I510 edge AI computer
- Lanner unveils rugged edge AI computers at NVIDIA GTC 2025
Tools for fastening
- Handheld ergonomic gear for high torque
- Bolt Biter Wrench Inserts provide up to 70% more access to fasteners
- Festool upgrades site to ensure tradespeople find what they need
- DEWALT celebrates 100 years of innovation
- New low-profile ratchets ideal for confined spaces
- Hilti expanding its Nuron cordless tool series
- DEWALT earns most trusted hand and power-tool brand
- These drill bits strike and pull through nail-embedded wood at a rapid speed
- Bosch empowering future trades workers
Welding • soldering
- New welding wire package saves time and recycling costs
- Fastenal to offer LPC’s industrial laser solutions
- Quartz laser welding technology benefiting the aerospace industry
- American Welding Society members offered access to Accuris’ innovative engineering platform
- A handheld laser welder with a built-in cleaning system
- Voting open for Northern Tool’s annual welding helmet sweepstakes
- ESAB partners with American Welding Society for $60,000 in scholarships
- Emerson introduces ultrasonic metal welders with advanced controls
- New resistance welding workstations enhance safety and quality
Drives (servo) + amplifiers
- New EtherCAT motion controller, servo drive family
- Kollmorgen’s AKD2G now more versatile with synchronized communication protocols
- Kollmorgen expands AKD2G versatility with launch of synchronized communication protocols
- ABB launches next-generation MicroDrive specialized for HVACR systems
- NORD DRIVESYSTEMS supplies crane industry with solutions for tough loads
ENGINEERING SOFTWARE
- ABB launches ‘RoboMasters’ personalized training app
Material handling • converting
- Stacking up standard and pallet conveyors
- New CPBD-A-C remote control module for conveyor smart motors
- Film protects nameplates in heavy-duty machinery and equipment
- How Orion’s pallet-wrapping can improve safety and efficiency at PACK EXPO Connects 2020
- EXAIR 303SS air conveyor converts standard pipe to convey in corrosive environments
Die casting
- Hot runner systems for zinc die casting?
- Desktop Metal launches H13 tool steel for hot and cold work tooling applications
Coupling Tips
- Ruland Manufacturing Acquires RoCom Couplings Corp.
- Zero-Max at Automate 2025
- Bellows couplings for robotics
- Rigid shaft couplings come in many configurations
- H-TLC overload safety devices from Zero-Max
- Four new power transmission/motion control categories introduced for PIE Technology Platform
- New from Ruland: Large bore zero-backlash jaw couplings
- Zero-Max introduces ServoClass-HSN resonance/vibration damping couplings
- Weldable flange collars
- Commercial telescoping universal joints
Linear Motion Tips
- Miniaturized piezo linear stages with robust bi-phase motors
- New compact, PTFE-free linear guide for precise positioning from igus
- Dual-axis yaw-pitch stages for critical measurement of curves and angles
- Piezo nanopositioning stage provides 6-axis motion with frictionless guiding system
- Understanding linear actuator technology
- New compact hexapod for industrial 6-axis alignment applications
- Pitch, roll, and yaw positioning stages feature high resolution, repeatability
- Precision solutions for semiconductor and pharma industries
Mobile Hydraulic Tips
- Mini machines draw ICUEE crowds
- Why do cylinders fail on an excavator?
- What makes a quality hydraulic component?
- A look ahead with JARP Industries’ CEO, Kevin Kraft
- AEM Hall of Fame announces 2016 inductees
- Dana to purchase select Brevini Group businesses
- Engineering education: The science vs technology split
- Sun Hydraulics agrees to acquire Enovation Controls
Controls (board level)
- Norstat offers SR Select multi-function safety relay with four modes
- AutomationDirect provides Schneider Electric Easy TeSys series IEC motor controls
- WAGO introduces IEEE 1547-2018 compliant controller
- Mitsubishi’s PowerGate offers HVAC customers an economical alternative
- Carlo Gavazzi’s new Single Phase AC Energy Meter for Level 1 and 2 EV Charging
- Sartorius Bioreactors integrate Emerson technology
- AutomationDirect adds a line-up of motor controls from IronHorse
- The new Festo solution for DeltaV DCS expands integration options and productivity
- Two-hand safety control panels force operators to keep their hands out of harm’s way
Trends
- Industrial camera manufacturer adapts to market with strategic portfolio update
- Exploring Emerging Non-Automotive EV Markets for Industrial Batteries
- February 2025 Issue: Robotic micro-factories tackle data center e-waste
Telecommunications (spectrums)
- Southco’s ultra-thin hood latch for limited-space applications
- Flying Focus: Controlling Lasers Through Time and Space
- AT&T Scoops Up More Spectrum in Mexico at 2.5 GHz Auction
- Tuesdays with Roger: New Millimeter Wave Spectrum Auctions
- FCC Seeks Spectrum Build-Out Information from Dish
- FCC Chairman Plans 37 GHz, 39 GHz, 47 GHz Spectrum Auctions for 2019
- T-Mobile Announces Completed 600 MHz Spectrum Repack on Long Island
- Are You Properly Valuing Your Spectrum Assets?
- ATIS, CBRS Alliance Announce Solution for CBRS Deployment in Public Areas
- Tuesdays with Roger: What’s Next for Dish’s Spectrum Holdings?
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Fastener pins
- Dowel pins, drill bushings, knurled screws with Hex
- What are projection weld pins and when should you use them?
- New magnetic connectors address various interconnect requirements
- Meeting demands for slotted pins and more
- New miniature spring-loaded pins and connectors for electronic devices
- Mill-Max launches two new rolling contact spring-loaded pins
- New Mill-Max flat and pointed-tip spring-loaded pins and connectors
Pneumatic Tips
- FPTC keynote: the evolution of advanced automation
- PMMI releases newly revised B155.1-2016 packaging machinery standard
- Digital positioners for fluid-power actuators
- Firestone Industrial Products team to compete in Annual Engine Challenge
- Comparing the real costs of vacuum generators
- LVIT inductive linear sensor for cylinder position feedback requires no magnet
- Custom gripper system for removing hot parts
- Festo brings the German apprenticeship model to the U.S.
Off highway • construction • agriculture
- Triton Submarines uses Base Materials’ Subtec buoyancy materials
- Silicon Sensing IMU at the heart of BBLeap’s ‘farming on plant level’ LeapBox technology
- New SOLID-BOX joins OKW’s measurement enclosures range
FLUID POWER
Materials • advanced
- Magnaplate PFAS-free 10K surface treatments alleviate compliance worries
- ARRIS secures $34M for aerospace and consumer efforts
- ARRIS and Brooks Technology partner on performance running shoes
Drives (stepper) + amplifiers
- Kollmorgen expands P8000 series with P80360 stepper drive
- Low-power actuator combines NEMA-17 stepper motor with controller/driver electronics
- Parker launches new family of integrated controllers
- EtherNet/IP-enabled drives, integrated motors from Applied Motion Products now ODVA conformant
Energy management + harvesting
- Yuasa’s new Ecomo unit reduces electricity consumption up to 15%
- NORD develops intelligent heat recovery on machine tools to avoid fossil fuel use
- Intuitive and advanced compact energy analyzers
- Carlo Gavazzi launches EM50 energy analyzers
- Harnessing waste heat for electrical power
Connector Tips
- USB-C connector withstands 5.35 Grms vibration in harsh environments
- 2 AWG twinax cable optimized for 224 Gbps PAM4 applications
- What type of interconnects and connectors link accelerator cards in AI data centers?
- Cable portfolio enables interoperability with nato standard connectors
- From extreme to mainstream: how industrial connectors are evolving to meet today’s harsh demands
- Cable assembly mounts next to high-speed ICs
- New compactPCI specification supports PCIe gen4 with 16 GT/s data rates
maxon Driven
- Predicting future changes in water quality
- Ceramic at its best
- Opening of maxon France
- driven pays a visit to the robot on four legs
- Drone powered by solar energy
- Robotics designed for harsh environments
- Next generation of moon rovers
- The 4th industrial revolution
- Smart floating arms
Fighting COVID-19
- Kawasaki Robotic PPE manufacturing cell allows harbor technologies to expand globally amidst shortage
- Biden Administration to issue employer vaccination mandate
- Cameras ensure vaccine vials meet high quality standards
- JW Winco stops germs in their tracks
Knobs • handles
- OKW’s STAR-KNOBS available in flush-fit, surface-mount versions
- Door handle with color signals: machine status is directly visible on the handle
- Knobs made from a sustainable source, making them 100% recyclable
- JW Winco offers intelligent standard parts with signal feedback
- JW Winco offers award-winning Ganter series of standard parts
Packaging
- Orion announces Kelly Watterworth as East Coast regional sales manager
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY SYSTEMS
- New digital static meter offers precise measurement and easy use
- Honeywell releases Hydrogen Leak Detector safety sensor
- Intellistat Ion Air Nozzle is rated for clean rooms
- EXAIR’s new catalog 36 now offers BETE products and a guide to industrial solutions
- Safety switch designed to fit on hinged guards
- AutomationDirect expands Zener Barrier offerings for hazardous areas
- New Varistat Benchtop Ionizer removes static at a distance
Encoders • optical
- FAULHABER’s new encoder provides high accuracy through the latest chip technology
- Netzer introduces VLP-60 two-plate ring absolute encoder for harsh environments
- Environmental effects on motion components in robots
- Miniature rotary encoder boasts high resolution and built-in brushless dc motor commutation
Filters (electrical) EMI • COTS • noise filters • shielding
- Digital static meter for measuring and identifying sources of static
- Free reference: EXAIR’s Basics of Static Electricity white paper
- Flexible EMI/RFI suppression sheets work up to 40 GHz
- Three-phase EMC filter fits in tight industrial spaces
- Light-weight metallized carbon-fiber nonwoven material shields out EMI
- Single-phase EMC line filters are ultra-compact
- November 2018 Special Edition: 2018 Power & Energy Efficiency Handbook
Rapid prototyping
- Rapid Product Solutions, Inc. enhances its rapid prototyping and production services
- Improving Engine Performance and Fuel Efficiency
- Flame Design in Space May Lead to Soot-Free Fire
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- How to Approach Your Automated process with a LFA Precision Link Conveyor
Fastener Engineering • Hinges
- Precision hinges from JW Winco
Make Parts Fast
- Gamma Appoints Mariya Akmal as Chief Financial Officer
- PennDOT Contracts with Bentley for Project Delivery
- Okuma Factory Automation Division Launches ORL Series
- EON Reality Launches AI-Powered ‘Learning Paths’ in EON-XR v10.3
- What’s new with Autodesk’s Inventor 2025.1
- A fascinating way to go beyond simulation-led design
- Generative design for aerospace engineering
Encoders (rotary) + resolvers
- Lika draw wire encoders added for precise distance sensing
- Advanced encoders with metallic code disk designed for IIoT integration
- AutomationDirect offers four new series of Lika Electronic rotary encoders
- Programmable POSITAL encoders updated to support ‘fractional PPR’
- Introducing a new generation of POSITAL kit encoders
- New POSITAL absolute encoders have SSI Interfaces
- The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus inductive dual encoder featured at automatica 2023
- New generation industrial ethernet encoders from Kubler
LINEAR MOTION
Screws • nuts • bolts • rivets
- Wiha screwdrivers, nutdrivers, tool storage, and more from AutomationDirect
- Quick access fastener vs a traditional screw?
- Optimizing installation space und performance with thread tapping screws
- Nord-Lock updates its standard product range with the Combi Nut
- Self-tapping vs. self-clinching fasteners: Which is better?
Fuses
- Socomec modular Midget and CC fuse holders aid completion of overcurrent protection circuits
- Mersen’s low voltage UL/CSA fuses available at Heilind Electronics
- Bel Fuse-Circuit Protection announces new 0ADHC series fuses for DMI applications
- Compact distributor for wires up to 500 mm² and 1100 A
- Bel Fuse-Circuit Protection announces new 0ADA Series fuses in both ceramic cartridge and pigtail, axial leaded options
- Bel Fuse-Circuit Protection Announces Two New 0ADE Series Fuses in Both Ceramic Cartridge and Pigtail, Axial Leaded Options
- Bel Circuit Protection expands 0ZRE Series Hold Current
- New, Square Ceramic Surface Mount Quick Acting Fuse Series
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Washers • spacers
- Nord-Lock unveils unique CE-marked securing washers
- Artemis Aerospace unveils some of the best upcycling ideas for aircraft parts
Encoders • absolute
- Magnetic encoders help two-wheeled robotic vehicle stay balanced
- 50 years of bit parallel encoders from POSITAL
- Cube encoders: Updating an old industry favorite
- New inductive encoders for challenging machine environments from Leine Linde
- Sendix F5858 industrial ethernet encoders with PROFINET IO interface
- US Digital releases magnetic encoder in incremental and absolute configurations
- New generation industrial ethernet encoders for real-time applications
Lasers
- Enhanced parallelism measurement accuracy with the XK10 alignment laser system
- Plastics locked down and laser welded
- AR550 high speed laser sensor from Acuity designed for vibration measurements and more
- New line of compact DPSS lasers and systems from Quantum Composers
- Nd:YAG laser line mirrors offered in new coatings and sizes
- Edmund Optics enhances precision optical coating competency with VEECO Ion Beam Sputtering System
- TECHSPEC Divergent Adjustable Broadband Beam Expanders with 2µm design wavelength
MANUFACTURING
- ElectroCraft enhances focus on domestic production and innovation
Schneider Electric Sponsored Content
- Relationships differentiate machine solution providers as partners
- New approach to machine lifecycle support benefits your people, parts, and processes
- Improve machine performance with comprehensive automation and motion solutions
- IIoT solutions bring machine data to life to streamline and secure performance
- 3 things you should know about motor alarms
- How smart control systems unleash your machine’s full potential
MORE INDUSTRIES
Power supplies
- AutomationDirect offers FTG enclosed-style power distribution, terminal blocks
- AutomationDirect offers Bondhus hex, Torx tools
- Traco releases new compact, cost-effective TXO 300 power supply
- AutomationDirect offers Wera multi-bit driver, hex keys
- RHINO PSE-S Series encapsulated chassis mount power supplies from AutomationDirect
- AutomationDirect’s BLOCK PM series mini power supplies prevent downtime
- Traco released new compact TXO power supplies
- More WAGO Pro2 Series power supplies from AutomationDirect
Gears • gearheads • speed reducers
- Looking for a stainless steel gear unit with temperature stability?
- Neugart offers PSBN055, PSN055, PSFN055 compact precision gearboxes
- Dodge Industrial unveils OPTIFY Breather for complete powertrain condition monitoring
- SEW-EURODRIVE introduces XMiner Industrial Gear Units for the mining and aggregates industries
- Dodge Industrial, Inc. increases Tigear-2 gearbox ratings
- NORD’s heavy-duty, reliable drive systems tackle tough industrial applications
- NORD exhibits rugged, reliable solutions at GEAPS Exchange
Schmersal Sponsored Content
- SAFER Workplace
- Calculating Safety Distances
- Sanitary And Hygienic Design Standards
- Selection Guidelines For Safety Light Curtains
- Workplace Safety: Safeguarding Robots and Robot Cells
MECHANICAL POWER TRANSMISSION
- Updates to helical worm gear units offer wider power range
- New performance class with new planetary gearhead sizes
Industrial computers
- Lanner unveils ICS-P770 industrial computer powered by Intel Xeon 6 processor
- Pepperl+Fuchs announces the newest addition to the Tab-Ex family of hazardous area tablets
- New edge computer for more powerful high-end applications
- Industrial automation software features real-time networking, AI-based predictive maintenance
- New machine controller added to Beckhoff’s ultra-compact industrial PC Series
- Fanless industrial PC meets IP67 environmental specs
- Building branch feeder monitors add BACnet protocol support
Relays
- IDEC’s safety controller simplifies designs
- AutomationDirect adds Dold VARIMETER relays for equipment protection
- Schmersal configurable safety relays from AutomationDirect
- Dold safety relay modules offer more wire termination options
- Gefran GQ and GRSH series solid state relays from AutomationDirect
- Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 relay & TTL modules from AutomationDirect
- Expansion of DC SSR Portfolio: 3 Amp SSR for up to 60VDC
- New ProSense T30R Series timer relays from AutomationDirect
- SOLO modular temperature controllers from AutomationDirect
- Heilind Electronics introduces Omron High Power PCB DC Relays to its product lineup
Space-worthy solutions to ensure mission success
- Motion to Meet Your Mission in Space Complimentary Webinar
- Learn How to Optimize Motor Size and Torque Using D²L Rule
- Learn How to Beat Cogging and Torque Ripple
- 5 Considerations to Optimize Frameless Motors in Aerospace & Defense Applications
- Space-Worthy Motors to Meet Any Mission
MOTION CONTROL
Resistors
- AutomationDirect offers Schmersal 250 Series heavy-duty limit switches
- AutomationDirect now carrying Crohm brake resistors which feature NEMA 1 enclosures and installed thermal switches
- Stackpole adds 0.3 Milliohm resistance value
- KOA Speer introduces new power rating of 1.5 W and T.C.R. of ±75ppm/°C to WU73 series wide terminal resistor
- HCSK high current four terminal shunts for high sensing efficiency
- HVC precision high voltage chip resistors
- HDM Series economical axial leaded resistors offer anti-moisture performance and 1% tolerance
- RNCF AEC Compliant Thin Film Resistors available in 0.01% tolerance and 2 ppm TCR
Lubricants • oils • industrial grease
- Bio-Food Grade E.P. Grease outperforms synthetics and assures food safety
- Liquid atomizing spray nozzle provides a hollow cone spray pattern for pressurized liquids
- HollowStream Liquid Atomizing Spray Nozzle wins awards
- Nye Lubricants launches into space
- Lubricant for automotive and industrial gear applications
- Mining and quarrying grease for extreme-cold lubrication
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- Chain Wear Indicator Kit
Microprocessors
- NVIDIA RTX GPUs power next generation of workstations
- High current ICs
Solenoids
- The smallest electronic solenoid interlock now available with expanded features
- Electromechanical solenoid interlock in a slim design
- New subminiature pilot solenoid valves
PROCESS PRODUCTS
- Exair’s industrial-duty Chip Vac handles metal, wood, and plastic
- AutomationDirect offers ICON Process Controls Truflo TKM series flow meters
- Exair introduces new CE-compliant High Lift Reversible Drum Vac
- EXAIR’s Heavy Duty Air powered conveyors transport high volumes of material
- Endress+Hauser intrinsically safe analog input isolators from AutomationDirect
Motion control • motor controls
- ElectroCraft expands Ann Arbor facility to strengthen U.S. manufacturing
SENSORS
- AchieVe FKL Series 18mm tubular metal photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect
Breakers + surge protection
- New TPSMB Asymmetrical TVS Diodes provide gate driver protection
- WAGO’s introduces next generation single-channel electronic circuit breaker (ECB)x
- Murrelektronik surge suppression devices provide protection to a variety of applications
- Gladiator GCB Series molded case circuit breakers
- Pepperl+Fuchs’ M-LB-2000 system protects against surge Transients
- DEHN surge protection devices
- TRACO POWER surge filters clamp over-voltage transients to 385 Vdc
Switches
- Norstat introduces Magnasafe safety switch for machine guarding
- Rugged Toggle Switch Series is ready to ship
- AutomationDirect offers Captron Caneo series capacitive pushbuttons
- AutomationDirect adds Endress+Hauser Soliphant vibration rod level switches
Mechatronics
TEST & MEASUREMENT
Terminal blocks
- AutomationDirect expands Gladiator GPB series terminal blocks
- Weidmuller introduces Klippon Connect side entry terminal blocks
- Wire processing 10x faster with Rittal’s new Wire Terminal WT C
- Efficient potential distribution from compact source
- WAGO’s LEVER-LUTION continues with new PCB Terminal Block
- New multi-level terminal blocks from Wago
- Multi-level terminal blocks provide space savings & functionality
- WAGO provides an alternate to standard jumpers
- New TOPJOB S Mini Terminal Blocks increases wire sizing
Motors • ac
- ABB optimizes Baldor-Reliance Food Safe stainless-steel motors with three-lead design
- More Nidec U.S. Motors ACCU-Torq Motors from AutomationDirect
- Paralux provides rapid prototyping capabilities for a variety of motors
- ABB’s SP4 motor line is now available in severe duty enclosures
- WEG rolled steel motors and brake motors from AutomationDirect
ELECTRONICS • ELECTRICAL
- Moog’s next-gen electrification solution
- New private-labeled product line offers tools for design and build
Motors • dc
- New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap
- FAULHABER expands portfolio with high-performance DC motors
- New high-performance dc motors from FAULHABER
- Brushed dc motors find use in robotic applications
- Design Pro Technology selects FAULHABER brushless motor for D-Ankle prosthesis
- Oriental Motor’s new 24 Vdc driver simplifies system by powering both the driver and peripheral devices
PODCASTS
- Why frameless makes sense for critical motor applications
- Tech Tuesdays: How Sorbothane has adapted to evolving market and material demands
- IDS Imaging Development Systems’ Philip Freidin on vision systems
- Tech Tuesdays: How Sorbothane is protecting lightweight devices from shock and vibration
- Technology Tuesdays podcast: Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s Patrick Varley on how robots can ease labor shortages
- Tech Tuesdays: Sorbothane marks 40 years of shock and vibration innovation
Analog IC Tips
- AutomationDirect adds BRX Analog I/O Expansion Modules
- Hardy’s HI 1734-WS POINT I/O Weight Processing Modules Breathe New Life Into An Aging Machine
- 36-V op amps target industrial uses
Motors (direct-drive) + frameless motors
- NEW Electric Gripper EH Series 3-Finger Type gently grips irregular-shaped objects
- Celera Motion unveils new Omni+ direct drive motor for robots
- WEG Rolled Steel Motors from AutomationDirect
WEBINARS
- New Automate Preview Series launches September 14: Six webinars leading up to Automate, North America’s trade show
- Webinar: 10 Critical Questions to Ask When Designing Automated Cutting Equipment – March 3
- Webinar: Simplify Food Safety Tracing and Recordkeeping with App-based Temperature Recording – February 25
- Webinar: Continuous Helical Flow Electric Heat Exchangers – February 9
- Webinar: Replacing Steel with Thermoformed Plastics
- Webinar: Motion couplings and misalignment: Design approaches for handling motion-axis misalignment – January 21
- Webinar: Women in Engineering – January 27
- Webinar: Condition Monitoring: How Sensors Are Enabling Industry 4.0
Digital Signal Processing Tips
- AutomationDirect ProSense frequency signal conditioners convert and isolate signals
- Save time and improve productivity with the digiVIT advanced digital signal conditioner from Kaman
- DSPs use microphone processing IP
- Next-Generation SigmaDSP® Processor Unveiled By Analog Devices
- TI’s OMAP-L138 DSP + ARM9™ Low-cost Development Kit
- Cirrus Logic Acquires ASP Leader Acoustic Technologies
- XMC-8320 Dual Multicore DSP Processing Module from Spectrum
Motors (gearmotors)
- New 12V DC gearmotor offers compact design and moderate torque output
- New 24V DC gearmotor delivers 443 in-lbs torque at 11 RPM
- Midwest Motion introduces compact 12V DC gearmotor
- Midwest Motion releases new 36V DC gearmotor for high-torque applications
- New 36V DC gearmotor delivers high-torque and compact design
- Midwest Motion introduces high-torque 12V DC gearmotor
- SEW-EURODRIVE launches DR2C motor for energy savings and reliability
- Brushless 24V DC gearmotor with 1024 CPR optical encoder announced
- Brushless 36V DC gearmotor offers high torque and 650 RPM output
- Midwest Motion Products unveils MMP D22-376B-12V GP52-068 EU-1024 gearmotor
FPGA Tips
- Development kit speeds work on SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs
- 10-in. touch display kit for Zynq-7000 SoCs
- Dbx-tv Total Technology available on Cadence Tensilica HiFi audio/voice processors
- Tools and documentation for 16nm UltraScale+ devices publicly available from Xilinx
- Development kit for Kintex UltraScale FPGAs
- Bluetooth Smart SoCs Links Wearables to Apps for WeChat Users
- Secure boot scheme for FPGAs, SoCs
- Design suite speeds SoC, FPGA development with market-specific C libraries
- Advanced diagnostics bring SIL3 safety levels for FPGA designs
- FPGA family sports high I/O ratios
DIGITAL ISSUES • DESIGN WORLD
- May 2025 Issue: Navigating the new automated warehouse
- May 2025 Special Edition: Power Transmission Guide
- April 2025 Issue: Reimagine aircraft design with decentralized hydraulics
- March 2025 Special Edition: The Trends Issue
- March 2025 Issue: Understanding linear actuator technology
- January 2025 Issue: Leadership in engineering
- December 2024 Issue: How linear slides can get you out of the weeds
- November 2024 Special Edition: Applications Casebook
- November 2024 Robotics Handbook
Motors • servo
- New servomotor series features integrated water cooling
- Mitsubishi launches MELFA RV-12CRL vertically articulated robot
- Mitsubishi Electric improves OEM’s production by 300% with servo motors and amplifiers
- What is a servo system, really?
- What is a servo system, really?
- Dan Lisowsky to lead ECM PCB Stator Industrial OEM Products Division
Microcontroller Tips
DIGITAL ISSUES • EE WORLD
- October 2023 Issue: Power & Energy Efficiency Handbook
- August 2023 Issue: Automotive & Transportation Electronics
- June 2023 Issue: Test & Measurement Handbook
- April 2023 Issue: Internet of Things Handbook
- February 2023 Special Edition: Power Electronic Handbook
- October 2022 Issue: Power & Energy Efficiency Handbook
Power Electronic Tips
- What you need to know about new motor efficiency standards
- Sager Electronics to carry TRACO Power TPI Series ac/dc power supplies
Motors • stepper
- AW Stepper Motors offer IP65-rated protection for harsh environments
- Precision mechanics with FAULHABER in Bugatti’s Tourbillon dashboard
- Thomson adds encoder option to stepper motor linear actuator online selection tool
- Interview with motor pioneer Ted Lin on his 25th patent
- High efficiency and power density found in new family of brushless motors
- Kollmorgen’s new stepper drive delivers high-end features in a compact package
- Exceptionally high speed and dynamics form Faulhaber
- Oriental Motor expands PKP Series with CS Gear and 28mm High Resolution types
DIGITAL ISSUES • THE ROBOT REPORT
- Robot Report Special Issue – Robotics Grippers, Industrial Exos, Jibo and More
- June 2018 issue: Evolution of Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot
PCs
- Emerson visualization and automation solutions underpin a marine demonstration configuration
- Emerson’s new compact, rugged PC built to connect industrial floor to cloud
- Emerson’s new compact, rugged PC built to connect industrial floor to cloud
- Emerson’s new PC built to connect industrial floor to cloud
- Beckhoff introduces CX5600 embedded PCs with powerful AMD Ryzen processors
- Beckhoff introduces CX5600 embedded PCs with AMD Ryzen processors
- Lenovo introduces ThinkPad P16
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Uncategorized
- ABB to deliver integrated power, propulsion and automation system for six Portuguese Navy vessels
- Beckhoff boosts machine efficiency with AX8820 regen module
- Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
- Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
- Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
- What are the seven variations of Camera Link Machine Vision connectivity?
- Four new power transmission and motion control categories introduced for PIE Technology Platform
- Four new power transmission/motion control categories introduced for PIE Technology Platform
PLCs + PACs
- New LS Electric XGB PLC models from AutomationDirect support high speed
- IDEC 7-in. combined PLC+HMI
- ProductivityCODESYS PLC Series from AutomationDirect
Robotics • robotic grippers • end effectors
- ABB: “Eyes, hands, brains, and mobility” will define robotics beyond 2025
Shocks + vibration control • gas springs
- CRS Series adjustable stainless steel shock absorbers at IMTS 2024
- ProSense VCT series harsh-duty vibration transmitters detect equipment vibrations
- Enidine introduces its new PXR Series expanding its small bore shock absorber line
- ACE Controls adds e-commerce function to website
- Shock-absorber technologies for automated applications
- New ALTA advanced vibration meter from Monnit
Vision • machine vision • cameras + lenses • frame grabbers • optical filters • scanners
- IDS NXT oslo with IP69K ingress protection code expands IDS AI portfolio
- AutomationDirect offers Lumher machine vision lighting
- Teledyne unveils 2.5 GigE Vision line scan camera
- PixelTraq camera calibration service optimizes custom solutions
- Teledyne e2v introduces Lince5M NIR CMOS image sensor
- FLIR thermal imaging for data centers
- Powerful GigE cameras for superior streaming and monitoring
- AI and image processing in parquet flooring production application
- IDS cameras redefine astrophotography with Starvis 2 sensors for capturing planets
Motion Control Tips
- Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
- Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion
- PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution
- Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup
- Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications
Mechatronic Tips
- SUNY Adirondack to launch new program in mechatronics
- What impact will the IOT have on mechatronic solutions?
- Driverless Car runs afoul of the Law
- The Future of Electric Power
- Time and Motion
- Engineering Big Challenges
- What is Intelligence?

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