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Würth Elektronik is expanding its product portfolio with an industrial Ethernet M12 connector.

Portescap has unveiled two new online tools to streamline the process of evaluating and buying miniature motors. MotionCompass delivers product recommendations for brush and brushless DC motors based on user criteria, and the eStore lets users quickly and easily find, configure and order Portescap miniature motors.

i.Cee:local sensor predicts the service life of machinery and equipment, making maintenance efficient and predictable.

WAGO is combining the advantages of decentralized Cloud computing with local control networks by debuting their new Edge Controller and Edge Computer.

Yokogawa announces that, as a participant of the Lunar Industry Vision Council, it has worked with other members from government, academia, and industry to formulate a vision for a lunar industry, prepare a number of recommendations, and jointly submit them for the consideration of Inoue Shinji, Japan’s Minister of State for Space Policy.

Siloes between engineering and business have existed in enterprises for decades. As manufacturers design and deliver smarter products and assets, access to real-time business information across networks is critical to bring new and improved innovations to market faster.

Modern instrumentation provides plenty of information—here’s how to get it into IIoT software. This article comes from the IIoT & Industry 4.0 eBook.

Pilot project with ST Telemedia Global Data Centres to map the potential of artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced analytics, with a target of at least 10 percent energy savings.

The Proline 10 product family is simple to use over its entire lifecycle, and it provides a high level of reliability and performance.

Vision Research, a leading manufacturer of digital high-speed imaging systems, introduces two models in its Ultrahigh-speed performance line of Phantom cameras.

The new WireXpert 500 certifier, which offers the same powerful features as Softing’s flagship WireXpert 4500, targets copper cabling up to Cat 6A standards.

The LEMO B Series offers a modular, ergonomic, rugged and reliable circular multipole connector for applications needing quick and secure Push-Pull latching.

Whether you need to measure pneumatic or hydraulic pressure, the innovative PS+ sensor with IO-Link offers a high IP stainless steel housing, multi-color display, and 340-degree rotatable sensor head. You won’t miss out on critical process information for control systems when you choose the PS+.

Ensuring safety, security, privacy, reliability, and resilience in the context of application, industry.

Modernization of distribution centers drives global demand for automation, logistics, and robotics services.

Microchip’s Qi 1.3 reference design is compliant with the recently released Qi 1.3 specification and includes everything needed to quickly develop a Qi 1.3 certified transmitter.

New Branson MCX Series of mold cleaners increases workforce productivity, improves cleaning effectiveness and reduces risk of damage to costly molds.

While it’s true that much of the consumer- and office-grade network equipment will work with work for Industrial Ethernet, the question is, for how long? Research shows that the most common cause of Industrial Ethernet failures is cabling and connectors.

AMT–The Association For Manufacturing Technology and NCATC, the National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers, announced that Greg Jones, vice president, Smartforce Development, AMT, was elected to the NCATC board of directors to occupy one of two Strategic Partner seats on the board for a term of two years beginning July 1, 2021.

Manufacturing companies are continually on the lookout to improve their business, production and operational processes with the objective of maximizing revenues and profits. There are many ways to achieve these objectives, but the most common strategies include improving overall productivity & efficiency, maximizing cost savings, enhancing customer experience, adapting to market dynamics and reducing plant downtime.