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LOVATO: Switch Disconnectors GL Series Up to 2000A

LOVATO Electric expands its range of GL series switch disconnectors with new sizes from 1000A to 2000A AC21A. Designed to ensure maximum safety, ease of installation and high performance, the GL series switch disconnectors are a reliable, versatile and safe choice for industrial and plant applications. The new electrical sizes are available in both three-pole and four-pole versions and include cULus certified versions according to the UL98 standard rated at 800A, 1200A and 1600A for the North American market, and IEC versions rated at 1000A, 1600A and 2000A. The entire range is characterised by a high breaking capacity, reaching AC23 rated currents up to 2000A at 415V and 1600A at 690V.

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ABB Introduces Automation Extended: Enabling Industrial Innovation with Continuity

ABB has introduced its Automation Extended program, a strategic evolution of its distributed control systems (DCS), designed to help industries modernize without disruption. Industrial operations today face volatile markets, cyber security challenges, regulatory pressures and a rapidly changing workforce. ABB’s Automation Extended addresses these realities by enabling innovation with agility and pace without disruption to production, supporting advanced analytics and IoT integration, and simplifying operations for diverse skill levels.

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Littelfuse Introduces Automotive-Qualified Current Sensors for EV Battery, Motor & Safety Systems

Littelfuse has announced the release of six new automotive current sensors designed to enhance electric and hybrid vehicle performance, efficiency, and functional safety. The new Littelfuse automotive qualified sensors provide precise, isolated current measurement across battery-management, motor-control, and pyro-fuse safety systems. Utilizing open-loop hall-effect technology, the sensors deliver reliable performance in compact, bus-bar-mounted form factors. Output configurations include analog-voltage and digital (CAN/LIN) communication, giving system designers flexibility in integrating with existing EV architectures.

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Festo Introduces New Generation of Valve Manifold VTUX

The VTUX offers a wide range of integrated functions that significantly increase efficiency and user-friendliness. One feature is the valves with digital inputs, which enable simple assignment. Whether via M8 connections or PNP/NPN signals – integration is uncomplicated and flexible. The valve manifolds also feature innovative vacuum solutions with an air-saving function that not only conserves resources but also optimizes operating costs. The internal serial communication enables easy access to parameters and diagnostics, which considerably simplifies system maintenance and monitoring. These functions make VTUX a powerful solution for modern automation requirements.

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Carlo Gavazzi: New NRG 3-Phase Series – High-Performance Digital Solid-State Relays

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the new NRG 3-Phase Smart Solid-State Relays, which are designed to meet the growing demand for high-performance switching solutions. The NRG 3-phase series offers advanced digital communication capabilities, precise power control for both 2-pole and 3-pole switching applications, and a wide array of diagnostic features. This new addition of the NRG 3-Phase Series complements the existing 1-phase NRG solid state relay solution, significantly expanding the flexibility and scalability of the NRG family across a broader range of industrial automation environments. Engineered for seamless integration into Industry 4.0 architectures, the new NRG relays enable predictive maintenance, improved process reliability, and enhanced Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

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Brady: Why Every Maintenance Plan Needs Infrared Thermography for Electrical Inspection

In manufacturing environments, you can’t manage what you can’t see. And when it comes to the safety and reliability of your electrical systems, there can be a lot hiding just out of sight. A loose connection in a control panel, for instance, won’t spark or make a sound. But it will generate heat — and that heat is a silent warning of a looming failure and, ultimately, a safety incident. That’s where infrared (IR) thermography comes in. It’s a simple yet incredibly effective way to see these hidden thermal signals, giving you the power to find and fix warning indicators before they become expensive and dangerous problems.

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Mouser: Understanding the Fundamentals of HMIs

Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) act as gateways between human operators and complex machinery in industrial environments. As automation becomes more present across industry settings, these devices facilitate the use of machine and sensor data to help operators use industrial control systems efficiently. This article explores different types of information displayed on HMIs and describes the functionality of passive displays and active control hubs. Additionally, it discusses the importance of human factors in designing HMIs.

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OMRON: How to Achieve Next-Level Clarity for Complex GenAI Server Boards

As GenAI hardware gets more advanced, only 3D CT X-Ray inspection can keep up with the pace and complexity. OMRON’s VT-X750 is built for this challenge, delivering fast, reliable, and crystal-clear results for increasingly demanding AI hardware.

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50 Years of Innovation: How Festo Customer Solutions Help Canadian OEMs Do More with Less

After having reached Festo Canada’s 50th anniversary in 2025, it marks more than five decades of helping Canadian manufacturers build smarter, faster, and more efficient automation. Over that time, the demands on OEMs have intensified: tighter timelines, leaner teams, and higher performance expectations. Festo’s Customer Solutions (CS) capability developed hand in hand with the Canadian market to meet those challenges, helping OEMs speed up development and deliver fully integrated subsystems.

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SmartD: The HVAC VFD Trade-off No One Talks About

Reliability, power quality, and retrofit reality rarely coexist. Most HVAC plants are forced to compromise — unless they change the approach. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) don’t just save energy — they define uptime, maintenance, and plant stability. SmartD removes the tradeoff instead of managing its consequences. No academic deep dive. Just the physics that matter.

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Endress+Hauser: iTEMP TMT31 Temperature Transmitter

Endress+Hauser’s iTEMP TMT31 4-20 mA temperature transmitter is designed for customers in all industries who want to easily select, order, install and operate simple products. It is a reliable, long-term stable, single-channel 4-20 mA temperature transmitter for modular thermometers with form B connection head or for installation in control cabinets with DIN rail mounting. The capable iTEMP TMT31 can be used with either all Pt100 and Pt1000 RTD sensors, or all common thermocouple sensors.

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Electromate Expands Mobile Robotics Offering with maxon HEJ 90 High-Efficiency Joint

Electromate has announced the availability of the maxon HEJ 90 High-Efficiency Joint, a compact, integrated actuator designed for high-torque joints in mobile and legged robotic systems. The HEJ 90 combines a brushless motor, precision gearbox, encoder, servo drive, and thermal monitoring into a sealed joint assembly, reducing system complexity while delivering high torque density and energy efficiency for battery-powered robots.

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Beckhoff: PC-Based Control & EtherCAT Accelerate OLED Material Development for OTI Lumionics from Canada

In the race to develop next-generation display technologies, one of the biggest challenges is creating and validating new materials. OTI Lumionics from Canada is accelerating this time-consuming process with automation technology from Beckhoff. Through increased efficiency in test production, the company is now able to complete the validation process for its high-end OLED materials more quickly.

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Mouser: Solar-Powered Industrial Automation – Efficiency Off the Grid

In an era where sustainability and decentralization are reshaping industrial operations, solar-powered automation is emerging as a vital solution. This technology harnesses solar energy to drive variable speed drives (VSDs) and motor control systems, enabling efficient and reliable operation in remote or off-grid environments. Whether it’s powering irrigation pumps in agricultural fields or running ventilation systems in rural facilities, solar-powered automation offers a compelling alternative to diesel generators and fixed-grid infrastructure.

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OMRON: Your Guide to Getting Started with Traceability

Ever wondered what traceability really means and why everyone is talking about it? In short, it’s your ability to track a product’s entire journey, from raw materials to finished goods, by connecting data at every step. Sounds powerful, right? The real question is: how do you actually start? Before diving in, ask yourself: What’s driving this initiative?

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Simplify Your Motor Control Center Configuration, Monitoring & Maintenance

Setting up and operating motor control centers (MCCs) is a complex and demanding task. Engineers can encounter time-consuming manual configuration, limited system visibility and troubleshooting delays. Plus, safety concerns, unplanned downtime and difficulty scaling or updating MCC systems can further complicate the picture. Obstacles not only reduce productivity but also increase the risk of errors. Reducing these pain points, IntelliCENTER technology can transform motor control center configuration and maintenance by streamlining setup, enhancing visibility and enabling smarter, safer maintenance. And at the heart of these capabilities are the powerful datasets that drive them.

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Smart Factory

LOVATO: Switch Disconnectors GL Series Up to 2000A

ABB Introduces Automation Extended: Enabling Industrial Innovation with Continuity

Littelfuse Introduces Automotive-Qualified Current Sensors for EV Battery, Motor & Safety Systems

Festo Introduces New Generation of Valve Manifold VTUX

Carlo Gavazzi: New NRG 3-Phase Series – High-Performance Digital Solid-State Relays

Brady: Why Every Maintenance Plan Needs Infrared Thermography for Electrical Inspection

Mouser: Understanding the Fundamentals of HMIs

OMRON: How to Achieve Next-Level Clarity for Complex GenAI Server Boards

50 Years of Innovation: How Festo Customer Solutions Help Canadian OEMs Do More with Less

SmartD: The HVAC VFD Trade-off No One Talks About

Endress+Hauser: iTEMP TMT31 Temperature Transmitter

Electromate Expands Mobile Robotics Offering with maxon HEJ 90 High-Efficiency Joint

Beckhoff: PC-Based Control & EtherCAT Accelerate OLED Material Development for OTI Lumionics from Canada

Mouser: Solar-Powered Industrial Automation – Efficiency Off the Grid

Simplify Your Motor Control Center Configuration, Monitoring & Maintenance

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