Molex, a global leader in electronic and connectivity technologies, has significantly expanded its portfolio of high-reliability connectivity solutions by acquiring Smiths Interconnect, a subsidiary of UK-based Smiths Group plc.
### What the Acquisition Brings
Smiths Interconnect brings a...
Significant Function Expansions for Standard CPUs
Approximately one year after its market launch, the SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 controller family has gained significant new features with Firmware V4.1. This version substantially expands the capabilities of existing standard CPUs.
This firmware can...
📅 As of December 5, 2025, TIA Portal V21 and WinCC Unified V21 have been officially released for sale.
The new version includes many significant innovations that increase efficiency, flexibility, and security in industrial automation and engineering processes.
👉 To get detailed information...
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In the world of Industrial Automation, efficient motor control is truly essential when it comes to boosting performance and cutting down on energy costs. As industries increasingly lean towards sustainable practices, there's been a huge surge in demand for reliable equipment. I stumbled upon a...
Wes Garrett, Fanuc America's director of global customer accounts, highlights Fanuc's DR-3iB/6 stainless steel delta robot and SR-12iA/C SCARA robot. These four-axis, washdown delta and SCARA robots are designed for high-speed picking and packing performance in manufacturing environments where...
Fiber optic sensors are the ideal solution when installation space is limited. ifm is launching the new OCF series of fiber optic sensors for such applications. These sensors can be installed intuitively, have numerous smart functions thanks to IO-Link, and offer six powerful operating modes...
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ProXtrude is a custom-formulated paste that offers structural durability, thermal stability, and dimensional precision.
This process reduces material waste by 58% and shortens production times by 70%.
A robotic cell measuring 6m x 2m x 2.5m produces large-format tools and...
Pepperl+Fuchs has announced two new safety I/O modules, both IIoT-compliant. The modules are similarly designed but are available in two different versions: a PROFINET / PROFIsafe I/O module and an Ethernet-IP / CIP Safety I/O module.
Both products meet numerous international industrial safety...
Wherever continuous power is needed, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) are required. UPSs act as power intermediaries that facilitate continuous power delivery across an infrastructure, no matter how much an organization’s size or power usage fluctuates. UPS backup power strategies are...
Active Air Sampling High-Sensitivity Smoke Detectors: Next-Generation Technology for Early Fire Detection in Critical Areas
Fires are among the risks that seriously threaten life and property worldwide, can lead to significant losses, and always require preventive measures. Early detection and...
Dassault Systèmes has officially released SOLIDWORKS 2026, which includes AI-powered 3D design, collaboration, and data management tools. The new version offers an enhanced portfolio aimed at making innovation processes more efficient for millions of SOLIDWORKS users in the productive economy...
What you need to know about MQTT in automation
MQTT is an important protocol for communication in the Internet of Things. It is also being used increasingly in automation. Here's what you need to know about it:
Many devices in the Industrial Internet of Things can communicate wirelessly with...