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PLCs/PACs

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Developing Engineers into Integration-Business Leaders

Vertical Industries

How system integrators can turn engineers into future leaders

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Nov. 5, 2026

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How Modern Servo Drives Improve Manufacturing Flexibility and Efficiency

Discover how ctrlX DRIVE technology helps manufacturers streamline operations, scale more easily and reduce costs through open connectivity, simpler commissioning and cabinet-...

Nov. 3, 2026

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Nov. 2, 2026

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Cable & Wire

KEB America feedback cable

KEB’s feedback cables are designed to provide reliable signal transmission for demanding motion applications. Featuring double-shielded twisted pairs and an overall outer...

Nov. 9, 2026

Connectors

Beckhoff hybrid connectors

Beckhoff’s ECP and ENP connector series combine industrial power with signal and data communication via OCA to reduce cabling work and expense. With emphasis on modularity...

Nov. 6, 2026

Fraba Ubito Wiegand sensor

Ubito’s Wiegand sensors respond to changes in external magnetic fields by producing brief pulses of electric current. They are designed for use as rotation detectors in ...

Nov. 4, 2026

Novotechnik MZ1 multi-turn rotary angle sensor

Novotechnik analog output option for its MZ1 Series of multi-turn rotary angle sensors is designed to simplify integration

Oct. 22, 2026

Connections

Cybersecurity

How CSIA best practices are evolving for AI, cloud and cybersecurity

What artificial intelligence and connected architectures mean for system-integration standards

Oct. 27, 2026

Terminal Blocks

How to overcome control panel constraints

From terminal blocks to smart cabling, how to balance tolerances, space and new technology

Oct. 14, 2026

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Terminal Blocks

From terminal blocks to smart cabling: Overcoming control panel constraints

How the evolution of control panel wiring has necessitated balancing tolerances, space and new technology

Oct. 8, 2026

I/O

The best ways to troubleshoot 4-20 mA circuits

Different types of control systems circuits and how to troubleshoot complications

Oct. 5, 2026

Control

PLCs/PACs

How to map machine states by translating schematics and requirements into PLC code

A practical guide to troubleshooting and deconstructing industrial control systems

Oct. 28, 2026

Power Supplies

Cincoze external EMC power protection module

The Cincoze external EMC power protection module is designed for protection against the electromagnetic noise common in industrial environments

Oct. 15, 2026

PLCs/PACs

Control vs. computing: Rethinking machine control architecture

Deciding between PLC and PC-based control requires functional considerations

Oct. 6, 2026

Control

Which Halloween treat are you?

Take our spooky Halloween-themed quiz to find out what control systems candy you are

Oct. 2, 2026

Motion

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Motors

Advanced horizons in motion: cart technology, predictive analytics and smart data

How independent cart technology is changing packaging lines

Oct. 26, 2026

Rows of green glass bottles gliding along a conveyor belt inside an industrial brewery, moving through quality control machinery designed for efficient production and inspection

Motors

Foundations of motion control: architecture, AI and edge design

How cabinet-free design and integrated servos transform industrial machines

Oct. 21, 2026

Robotics

Robotics platform demonstration at Pack Expo 2026

Silas Neale, regional sales manager at Universal Robots, demonstrates the company's Gen 7 Platform at Pack Expo

Oct. 20, 2026

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Motors

How to troubleshoot a motor control circuit

Demystifying power, control and troubleshooting in motor control circuits

Oct. 19, 2026

Sensing

Can you troubleshoot your way out of our controls engineering haunted house?

Take our machine automation selection and troubleshooting quiz

Oct. 16, 2026

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Why machine testing isn't finished until the SAT

How to prepare for the challenges of real-world machine commissioning

Oct. 15, 2026

Robotic technician control automation works within accepted limits by testing operating voltages and electrical configurations. Robotic factory routine checks and maintenance to follow safety rules.

3 finish lines every machine builder must cross

How project coordination and internal testing prevent costly machine startup problems

Oct. 13, 2026

High-Speed Machine Vision Lighting: Hidden Strobe & Ultra-Low Exposure Times

Vision Systems

High-intensity illumination at Automate 2026

How hidden strobe technology impacts high-speed machine vision users

Oct. 1, 2026

Safety

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Functional safety: What it is and what needs to be considered

Integrated Control & Safety

Sneha Mahajan discusses Safety Torque Off, risk assessment in safety design and common safety mistakes

Oct. 2, 2026

Glasses and wooden cubes with the words IEC 62061. Safety of machinery – Functional safety of safety-related electrical, electronic and programmable electronic control systems

How integrated control and safety have changed machine automation

Why ICS has evolved from hardwired relays to safety networks

Sept. 14, 2026

Pipes, stainless steel brewing equipment and large reservoirs or tanks in a modern beer factory.

Safety Components

Take our quiz: How well do you know ingress protection?

Does each phrase best describe IP20-, IP54- or IP69K-rated components?

July 24, 2026

Bihl+Wiedemann configurable ASi-5 safety module

Safety Components

Bihl+Wiedemann safety module

Bihl+Wiedemann's configurable ASi-5 safety module offers up to 14 safe inputs and two safe outputs, up to PLe

July 17, 2026

Industry News

Close-up of an automated production line with plastic water bottles. A machine vision system with a bright light inspects one bottle for quality control in a factory.

Open operating ecosystem powers quality inspection and component identification

Integrating industrial vision: MVTec HALCON and Bosch Rexroth bring machine vision to ctrlX OS

Nov. 5, 2026

Sonepar acquires Eosys

CSIA 2025 Integrator Member of the Year becomes part of electrical automation distributor

Nov. 4, 2026

Craig Souser (left) has retired as president and CEO of JLS Automation and become chairman emeritus. Russ Stroner is the company’s new president and CEO.

Stroner succeeds Souser at JLS Automation

Food packaging pioneer welcomes industry veteran Russ Stroner as CEO

Oct. 22, 2026

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