Articles & News on Discrete Manufacturing & Machine Control

A Message from the Editor: A Fluid, Evolving Transformation

  • by Renee Bassett
  • May 27, 2025
  • Opinion

Chief Editor Renee Bassett introduces the May 2025 trends issue of Automation.com Monthly.

Looking Forward: Outlook for Manufacturing Until 2028

  • by Christoph Dorigatti
  • May 22, 2025
  • Feature

Manufacturing stands on the edge of another revolution—one powered by AI, automation and sustainability.

How to Benefit from Power Over Camera Link in Machine Vision

  • May 20, 2025
  • News

BitFlow Axion PoCL frame grabbers eliminate need for separate power supply.

Understand dc UPS Systems for Mission-Critical Applications

  • by Tom Bicker & Markus Bicker
  • May 19, 2025
  • Feature

The choice of dc UPS system depends on specific operational demands that range from industrial manufacturing to medical diagnostics and edge-based systems.

KUKA To Demonstrate Cost-Effective Automated Arc Welding at FABTECH 2025

  • May 19, 2025
  • News

KUKA Robotics will feature its cost-effective and efficient automated arc welding robotics and technology at FABTECH 2025 from Sept. 8-11.

Mouser Electronics Delivers Expert Perspectives on Motor Control in New Ebook from Analog Devices

  • May 14, 2025
  • News

The new ebook explores the latest trends and challenges in motor control.

Trelleborg Invests in Toolmaker Apprenticeship

  • May 14, 2025
  • News

Trelleborg Medical Solutions announces the launch of its certified toolmaker apprenticeship program in Delano, Minnesota, US.

Machinery Demand Keeps Momentum Ahead of Rising Economic Uncertainty

  • May 13, 2025
  • News

March 2025 orders increased 33.8% from February 2025 and were up 20.5% from March 2024.

The Fifth Dimension of Automation: CeiliX Debuts InfinityCrane and Mobile Ceiling-Cobot at Automate 2025

  • May 12, 2025
  • News

CeiliX will debut two ceiling-mounted systems in North America at Automate 2025.

The Imperative to Accelerate Agricultural Autonomy

  • by Aaron Wells
  • May 9, 2025
  • Feature

Accelerating the innovation, adoption and deployment of autonomous technologies is essential to help farmers increase productivity and meet rising food demands.

Waites Sensor Technologies Extends Predictive Maintenance Leadership With EMEA and APAC Growth

  • June 4, 2025
  • News

Demand for advanced predictive maintenance surges globally; Waites delivers AI-driven insights to manufacturers worldwide.

Egypt’s Al Ezz Dekheila Steel Co.’s Water Operations to Be Enhanced With ABB Ability System 800xA

  • June 4, 2025
  • News

ABB secures automation and control technology order from EZDK, the largest independent steel producer in the Middle East.

Top Tips for Troubleshooting Electronic Systems

  • by Aaron Dahlen
  • June 4, 2025
  • Feature

The 6-step procedure is outlined in the Navy Electricity and Electronics Training Series (NEETS), Module 19 - The Technician’s Handbook, NAVEDTRA 14191.

Automated Packaging Coming to the Forefront of the Automated Warehouse

  • by Rowan Stott
  • June 3, 2025
  • Feature

At recent tradeshows such as LogiMAT and ProMat 2025, automated packaging companies were notably more visible.

Deutsche Messe Invites Submissions for the ROBOTICS AWARD 2026

  • June 3, 2025
  • News

Deutsche Messe AG is inviting submissions for this year's edition of the prestigious ROBOTICS AWARD, held in conjunction with HANNOVER MESSE.

Energy Drive Secures Investment to Support Continued International Expansion

  • June 2, 2025
  • News

Energy Drive has secured strategic growth investment from The Pears Family.

German Robotics and Automation Faces 10% Revenue Drop

  • June 2, 2025
  • News

The robotics and automation industry in Germany is expected to generate total sales of €14.5 billion in 2025.

Allient Inc. Announces Unified Brand Identity Across Global Technology Units

  • June 2, 2025
  • News

​Unifying all technology units under the Allient brand marks an exciting step forward in strengthening Allient’s global identity.

Topical Roundup: May 2025

  • by Melissa Landon
  • May 30, 2025
  • Opinion

Automation.com offers daily news in the form of press releases, features, white papers, product postings and more.

Pressure Builds, Output Slips: Tracking Germany’s Machinery Pulse

  • by Jack Loughney
  • May 30, 2025
  • Feature

In 2025, some machinery sectors have hit new peaks in order range, while others have fallen below any average level seen over the past six years.