Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

Rockwell Packs More Motion and Safety Into CompactLogix 5390 PLC

The CompactLogix 5390 from Rockwell Automation supports up to 128 motion axes, 32 local PointMax I/O modules, and expanded industrial network connectivity.


News 14 hours ago by Joshua Tidwell
Relay Terminal Wiring Infographic

Relay Terminal Wiring Infographic

Use this helpful reference to understand the pinouts used by nearly all common ice cube and octal base industrial relays and their matching sockets.


Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

Actuonix Introduces Panel-Mount Actuator for Direct-Contact Applications

The B-Series micro linear actuator offers up to 300 N of static force and interchangeable tips for push-action tasks such as blister puncturing and valve actuation.


News Oct 28, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

Teknic Delivers High-Performance Motion Control in a NEMA 17 Package

The ClearPath NEMA 17 Integrated EtherCAT servo motors feature a compact, all-in-one motor, drive, and encoder design offering high-speed synchronized motion.


News Oct 22, 2026 by Seth Price
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ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

ABB Adds AI Diagnostics to Help Emissions Monitoring Teams Act

The latest ABB Remote Condition Monitoring uses Genix Copilot AI to interpret analyzer health reports, suggest possible causes, and guide maintenance next steps.


News Oct 21, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
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Node-RED: Accessing the Edge With a PLC Module

Machine designers and OEMs have several practical, economical options to achieve edge connectivity using Node-RED, one of which reduces complexity by using traditional modular PLC control.


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Festo CECC-AX Combines PLC Control and Python for Lab Automation

Designed for life sciences, Festo’s compact CECC-AX controllers automate liquid dispensing, sample transfer, and preparation while supporting Python and PLC control.


News Oct 20, 2026 by Seth Price