Digi-Key Corporation News & Articles

Report: Ransomware Decreased by 13% in August

  • September 17, 2025
  • News

Global ransomware volume decreased by 13% in August, with 328 attacks.

Turning Pressure Safety Valves Into Smart Devices to Enhance Process Safety

  • by Mashhood Zafar
  • September 16, 2025
  • Feature

The absence of PSV diagnostics has frequently resulted in undetected malfunctions, expensive downtime and, in certain situations, fatalities.

Digital Twin Consortium Adds Eight New Testbeds

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

The innovative Digital Twin Testbed Program furthers the development of next-generation digital twins.

FLUX GmbH Releases Whitepaper on Inductive Rotary Encoders for Next-Generation Applications

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

FLUX GmbH has launched a whitepaper that examines the benefits of FLUX inductive technology in enabling next-generation performance.

The Wisdom of Correct Pressure Measurements

  • by Abhishek Sharma
  • September 16, 2025
  • Feature

This article examines the issues concerning pressure sensors and value discrepancies, provides knowledge of pressure measurement and offers recommendations.

Siemens and TRUMPF Accelerate Digital Manufacturing and AI Readiness

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

The partnership unites Siemens' digital expertise and Xcelerator portfolio with TRUMPF's manufacturing and software excellence.

Ethernet and AI Converge in Ethernet Alliance's ECOC 2025 Demo

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

Ethernet Alliance’s demo shows how Ethernet’s scalability and interoperability are powering AI, HPC and next-gen networks.

The USA Drops to No. 4 Globally in Cybersecurity Knowledge

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

The study shows that the US cybersecurity and online privacy awareness hasn’t improved since last year, according to NordVPN.

Revalize Research: Manufacturers Are Adjusting Supply Chain and Operations Strategies Due to Economic Uncertainty

  • September 16, 2025
  • News

Respondents are adopting AI to optimize operational processes and enhance supply chain and inventory management.

Electromate Announces Fall SPARK Symposiums in Waterloo, Ontario and Montreal, Quebec

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

The symposiums will feature a tabletop show format accompanied by classroom presentations focusing on robotics and mechatronics.

COMAU Highlights AI's Potential to Promote the Development of the Industrial System at ETFA 2025

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

Comau presented its vision on the strategic use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the manufacturing sector at ETFA 2025.

75% of Critical Infrastructure Organizations Endorse 'Secure by Operations' Strategy to Defend Against OT Cyberattacks

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

Many critical infrastructure operations teams lack the strategy and solution capabilities needed to protect their OT environments.

Copia Automation Partners With Danieli Automation DIGI&MET to Drive Industrial DevOps Innovation Globally

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

Danieli will implement Copia's platform across its operations, marking a significant step in Danieli's commitment to innovation and efficiency.

New ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 American National Standard for Industrial Robot Safety Now Available for Purchase

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

U.S. adoption of ISO 10218 sets the benchmark for safer, smarter industrial robotics worldwide.

Hitachi Accelerates Growth With U.S. Investments in Advanced Manufacturing, Electrification

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

Hitachi invests more than  $1 billion in U.S. manufacturing and innovation, including a $457 million transformer facility in Virginia.

Wibu-Systems Powers PlantStream’s Global Growth With Secure Licensing for 3D CAD Software

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

CodeMeter safeguards software assets against piracy and tampering while enabling flexible licensing models.

CMC Networks Appoints Mahesh Jaishankar as Managing Director to Drive Growth of AI-Powered Connectivity Across Africa

  • September 15, 2025
  • News

Jaishankar brings expertise in hyperscale networking and entrepreneurship with experience spanning Google, Arc, datamena and du.

Embracing Network Segmentation for Warehouse Cybersecurity

  • by Zac Amos
  • September 12, 2025
  • Feature

With the right strategy and tool set, warehouse managers can segment their industrial networks in three steps.

Siemens Technology Drives Maritime Innovation in Bluegame’s New Yacht Model

  • September 12, 2025
  • News

SENTRON ECPD technology ensures maximum safety, reliability and sustainability for the vessel.

Unified Device Integration Roadmap Solidified Following FieldComm Group and FDT Group Business Combination

  • September 12, 2025
  • News

Updated FDI technology specification paves the way for single device integration for process and factory automation device management.

SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Increased 24% Year-Over-Year in Q2 2025

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

Global semiconductor equipment billings increased 24% year-over-year to US$33.07 billion in the second quarter of 2025.

Drive Selection and Ordering Are Fast and Easy With myNORD Online Tools

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

NORD’s digital self-service tools offer a modern, streamlined solution for efficient, user-friendly ordering.

What to Expect at the 2025 ISA Automation Summit & Expo

  • by Kara Phelps
  • September 5, 2025
  • News

The 2025 ISA Automation Summit & Expo, to be held in October, is shaping up to be the must-attend event for automation.

NEMA Welcomes Four New Members, Elevating Electroindustry Leadership in the Manufacturing Sector

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

NEMA’s member companies are ensuring that our nation’s grid, transportation and industrial systems are safe, reliable and efficient.

Wauseon Machine, Kawasaki Robotics to Showcase Tube Forming Products at FABTECH 2025

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

Visit Wauseon Machine and Kawasaki Robotics at booth #B15001.

Using Foundation Fieldbus Linking Devices in Industry 4.0

  • by Graham Proctor
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Foundation Fieldbus linking devices enhance industrial automation systems.

In Memoriam: H. Reed Wiegle

  • by Renee Bassett
  • September 4, 2025
  • Opinion

H. Reed Wiegle, 81, of Glenmoore, Pa., passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at his residence.

ABB and B&R Bring Joint Automation Technologies for Brewery and Beverage to Drinktec 2025

  • September 4, 2025
  • News

ABB Ability BeerMaker and B&R technologies will demonstrate integrated, unified brewery plant automation.

HANNOVER MESSE 2026: How Industry Masters Change

  • September 4, 2025
  • News

At HANNOVER MESSE, attendees from industry will learn how companies can succeed in this phase of rapid industrial transformation.

Trilogic Systems Establishes New Facility to Meet Systems Integration Demands

  • September 4, 2025
  • News

The US-based site provides support for prototyping through production.

In Memoriam: Hans D. Baumann, Ph.D, P.E.

  • by Renee Bassett
  • September 4, 2025
  • Opinion

Dr. Hans D. Baumann, PE, a world-renowned process control and control valve expert, passed away at his home in West Palm Beach in the early hours of March 25, 2025.

Topical Roundup: August/September 2025

  • by Melissa Landon
  • September 4, 2025
  • Opinion

This month’s topical roundup will teach you the best way to keep your manufacturing equipment in great shape.

Data Patterns (India) Ltd. Connects Design to Manufacturing With Software From Siemens Xcelerator

  • September 4, 2025
  • News

Data Patterns will replace its current solution with Teamcenter as a single source of truth for its mechanical, electrical and software domains.

ISA100 Wireless: Mature Technology Expands Its Application Portfolio

  • by Jack Smith
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Although the ISA100 Wireless standard has remained largely unchanged since its final version, recent advances have focused on safety-critical applications.

Energy Optimization for Parallel Variable Speed Pump Systems

  • by R. Russell Rhinehart and Luis J. Yebra
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Using variable speed drives on pumps reduces parasitic energy loss, enables proper maintenance and lowers capital costs.

Digital Optical Dissolved Oxygen Probes Enhance Operational Capabilities

  • by Kevin Stultz
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Sensor advancements help optimize process efficiency, safety and quality with reliable measurement, while reducing maintenance requirements and operational costs.

The Replace, Repair or Retrain Decision

  • by Brandon Glenn
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Knowing when to repair an aging machine, purchase a new one or ensure team members are using them efficiently are important and cost-effective decisions that ensure productivity and quality.

Process Control Charts Ensure Manufacturing Excellence

  • by Nikhil Makhija
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Control charts enable users to monitor process stability to help them achieve quality, reduce costs and increase production efficiency.

The Future of Process Automation in Bioprocessing

  • by Moira Lynch
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Open standards, intelligent analytics and industry collaboration enable integrated, data-driven and sustainable operations to meet evolving life science demands.

Reducing Complexity in Data Center Cooling Temperature Measurements

  • by Endress + Hauser Communications
  • September 4, 2025
  • Feature

Endress+Hauser’s iTHERM SurfaceLine TM611 non-invasive temperature measurement performs comparably to traditional industrial thermometers with an elegant mechanical innovation.

NEMA and Allied Associations Release Tariff Incentive Proposal

  • September 8, 2025
  • News

Electrical equipment and grid components are the backbone of America’s energy, manufacturing, grid and AI dominance priorities.

TDK Announces Tronics Is Entering Machine and Asset Health Monitoring Market With Vibration Sensor Solutions

  • September 8, 2025
  • News

TDK’s subsidiary, Tronics Microsystems, expands into vibration sensor solutions.

Machinery Orders Dip Against Stronger Year-Over-Year Gains

  • September 8, 2025
  • News

​Machinery orders placed through July 2025 totaled $2.91 billion, a 14.4% increase over the first seven months of 2024.

Predictive Precision: How Vibration Monitoring and Targeted Maintenance Extend Machinery Life

  • by Charly Achter
  • September 8, 2025
  • Feature

Predictive maintenance, driven by routine vibration measurements, plays a crucial role in extending the life of rotating machinery.

A Lasting Collaboration: Rollon Supports Skyward and the Orion Rocket at EuRoC 2025

  • September 8, 2025
  • News

Rollon has renewed its partnership with Skyward Experimental Rocketry, the student association of Politecnico di Milano.

Nefab Opens Southeast Hub in Braselton, Georgia, Tripling Capacity for Regional Growth

  • September 8, 2025
  • News

Nefab has opened a new 150,000 sq. ft. Southeast Hub to expand production and enhance regional service.

Siemens and Snowflake Enable IT/OT Convergence Across Edge and Cloud for Industrial Customers

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

Siemens is collaborating with Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, to help manufacturers unlock new levels of operational efficiency, scale and AI-driven insights.

The Real ROI of Augmented Reality in Manufacturing: Beyond the Hype

  • by Hélène Motycka
  • September 5, 2025
  • Feature

Over the last decade, forward-thinking manufacturers have adopted AR solutions with measurable gains that go beyond aesthetics.

IFCO Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Texas, Driving Innovation in Fresh Grocery Supply Chain

  • September 5, 2025
  • News

IFCO, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, has opened its newest service center in Mesquite, near Dallas, Texas.

IoT’s Growing Waste Crisis: Wireless Power Offers Urgent Escape Route

  • by Charles Greene
  • September 5, 2025
  • Feature

RF-based wireless power technologies have emerged as a revolutionary alternative, offering sustainable and operationally efficient solutions.

Rising Demand for Green Technologies Drives Danfoss to Open Its Largest Production Facility in China

  • September 3, 2025
  • News

Danfoss, the Danish multinational engineering group, has inaugurated its largest global production facility in China.

Faster Time to Market for dhp After Implementing Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Automation Expert

  • September 3, 2025
  • News

dhp Technology’s solar roof solutions are setting new standards in energy innovation for water treatment plants, logistics hubs and car parks.

Honeywell Technology to Optimize Production at AMIGO LNG Export Terminal in Mexico

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

The project aims to optimize production and advance energy development in the region to support global energy security and emission reduction efforts.

Manufacturing Sector Growth Remains Stagnant in Q2 Amid Ongoing Uncertainty

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

Low levels of growth and a lack of investment are likely due to uncertainty about rapidly changing US trade policies.

Brushed DC Motors From Dunkermotoren Lead the Way

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

 In the world of motion technology, few components have proven as enduring and versatile as the brushed DC motor.

Yokogawa Establishes Trusted Green Sustainability Guiding Principles Covering the Product Lifecycle

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

Yokogawa has established sustainability guiding principles called Trusted Green that cover Yokogawa Group products over their entire lifecycle.

Single Pair Ethernet Pavilion to Join Inaugural Opening of SPS Atlanta 2025

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

Rockwell, Beckhoff, Endress+Hauser, Texas Instruments and more to showcase connectivity breakthroughs shaping Industry 4.0.

Attendees Enjoy OT Cybersecurity Summit in Brussels

  • by Renee Bassett
  • September 2, 2025
  • Opinion

ISA hosted its third-annual OT Cybersecurity Summit in Brussels, Belgium, on 18-21 June 2025, and what a great event it was!

ABB to Implement Gearless Mill Drive Service Program at Codelco Copper Mines in Chile

  • September 2, 2025
  • News

Chile remains the world’s largest copper producer, with global demand for the metal set to grow by 2% in 2025.

Moxa Awarded IRIS Silver Certificate for Delivering Premium Quality, Reliability and Safety in Railway Projects

  • August 28, 2025
  • News

This achievement puts Moxa together with the select 12% of certified companies in the international rail equipment sector that were awarded an IRIS Silver rating.