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Smraza Arduino Starter Kit First Look: $20 and a Dream (Article & TMS03)

Today we're taking a look at a budget friendly starter kit, the Smraza Arduino Uno R3 kit, a $20 bundle that's a surprising value as it comes with an Arduino Uno R3 and a kit full of components. Note: You can support our work by purchasing your own Smraza starter...

Siemens Industrial Computers (P196)

This week I meet up with Kristen Quasey of Siemens to learn what's new with their line of Industrial Computer products in this episode of The Automation Podcast. For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video. Watch to the Podcast on The Automation Blog: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZA16VDTo5w?rel=0] Listen to the...

Three Arduino Starter Kit Projects that Show Just How Potent this Little Chip Can Be

In today's article we're going to talk about the Official Arduino Starter kit, cover three projects we tested, our share our overall experience and key takeaways. Prefer to watch the video? If you do, click here, or check out all of our previous coverage here. While many of us are already...

5G Router Scalance MUM853-1 (A1) by Siemens

5G Router Scalance MUM853-1 (A1): Siemens has officially announced the release and availability for sale of the SCALANCE MUM853-1 (A1), a cutting-edge device designed for seamless integration into both public and private 5G networks. This launch represents a significant milestone in the evolution of industrial 5G applications, offering unprecedented opportunities...

Building Projects from the Official Arduino Starter Kit (TMS02)

In today's video Joseph builds and details some of the Projects found in the Official Arduino Starter Kit. If you'd like us to develop an affordable online course on using Arduinos, please leave us your feedback here. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-sUl5lSEV0?rel=0] Thanks for watching our Official Arduino Starter Kit Unboxing! To see a list...

Pro-face HMIs & IPCs by Schneider Electric (P195)

This week I meet back up with Jay Cortel and Tom Reiter of Schneider Electric to learn all about the Pro-face line of HMIs and IPCs in this episode of The Automation Podcast. For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video. Watch to the Podcast on The...

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches R86TB High-Performance Teach Pendant for Improved Operability

R86TB High-Performance Teach Pendant for Improved Operability: Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has introduced the R86TB teach pendant, a significant evolution from traditional high-performance models, offering enhanced customization and user-friendly features for both OEMs and end users. Sporting a spacious 10.1-inch high-definition display, the R86TB ensures optimal visibility and accessibility of...

SmartLink Product Family from Softing

Softing Industrial Offers New Access to PROFINET Networks: Softing announced an expansion to its SmartLink product line with the introduction of two innovative additions: the smartLink HW-PN and the smartLink SW-PN, designed to facilitate access to PROFINET networks. These new products are set to be unveiled at the forthcoming Emerson...

Emerson’s New Compact, Rugged PC Built to Connect Industrial Floor to Cloud

PACSystems™ IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC (IPC): Today, Emerson made headlines with the announcement of their latest innovation, the PACSystems™ IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC (IPC). Engineered with resilience in mind, this rugged industrial computer stands ready to tackle a diverse array of tasks within machine and discrete part manufacturing...

Powerful Measuring Sensor with Two New Modes by Banner

New Q2X Miniature Photoelectric Sensors: In a recent development, Banner has expanded its Q2X series of miniature photoelectric sensors with the introduction of two innovative modes: the Laser Measurement mode and the Fixed-Field mode. These additions mark a significant enhancement in Banner's product lineup, offering advanced sensing solutions tailored to...

Unboxing The Official Arduino Starter Kit (TMS01)

In today's video Joseph unboxes the Official Arduino Starter Kit, detailing what comes in the box. In our next video, we'll run through our first impressions and some of the example projects included with the kit. Prefer to read the article? If you do, click here. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBD3x6-MgiA?rel=0] Thanks for watching our...

Put Maple System’s PLC To The Test For Free

Maple Systems Try-Before-You-Buy PLC: PLC-FB1616P0202-DEMO: Expand your system's capabilities with always free software and a free PLC with these specs: 6 Digital Inputs / 16 Digital Outputs 2 Analog Inputs / 2 Analog Outputs 2 Channel High Speed Counters (HSC) PID Control, Auto-tuning, RTC, Serial or Ethernet Communications. 8 Digital...

Radar Level Measurement: Is 80GHz Right For Your Application? (P194)

This week I meet up with Ashley David of Endress+Hauser to learn all about Radar Level Measurement, and what applications work best with the new 80gHz band in this episode of The Automation Podcast. For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video. Watch to the Podcast on...

Cobot Colleague Tirelessly Lends A Hand by ABB

Cobot colleague tirelessly lends a hand: In a recent development reported by ABB, the German engineering company METEC CNC Präzisionsteile GmbH has made a significant leap in production efficiency by integrating an ABB GoFa™ collaborative robot (cobot) into its operations. This strategic addition has not only doubled METEC's production capacity...

Official Arduino Starter Kit: Unboxing and First Impressions

In today's article we're going to unbox and take a first look at the official Arduino Starter Kit. Prefer to watch the video? If you do, click here. While most of our readers are quite comfortable with PLCs, VFDs, and HMIs, I'd wager the majority haven't had the chance to play...

Rapid Inductive Position Measuring System by Balluff

Rapid Inductive Position Measuring System: Balluff is launching a new inductive and extremely fast position measuring system - smart features included. In addition to a high repeatability and measuring frequency of >10 kHz, the BIR impresses with a large, adjustable measuring range and a particularly compact, flat housing with small blind...

Easy Integration of Danfoss VLT Frequency Inverters by Bihl Wiedemann

Danfoss VLT Frequency Inverters: In the latest article from Bihl+Wiedemann, the company introduces a streamlined solution for integrating Danfoss frequency inverters from the VLT series with the AS-Interface system. Highlighting the simplicity of the process, Bihl+Wiedemann presents the ASi-5 motor module BWU4980, a device designed to facilitate plug-and-play connectivity through...

Logging OPC Data with Custom Time Formats by Sofware Toolbox

Logging OPC Data with Custom Time Formats: A recent article from Software Toolbox underscores the crucial role of timestamp configuration in data logging, emphasizing its impact on interpretation and sorting accuracy. The latest release of OPC Data Logger, V4.0.0.2, introduces customizable time formats directly through the user interface, addressing user...

Tech Talk: Industrial Control System (ICS) Cybersecurity (TT002)

This week I meet up with Luis Narvaez to discuss Industrial Control System Cybersecurity in this episode of Automation Tech Talk. For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video. Watch to the Show on The Automation Blog: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpWjIm65Vuc?si=nHrsjdP5jvvc3zhF] Automation Tech Talk is also available on most Video, Podcasting...

Omlox Standard Is Shifting Gears

Location-Tracking Standard omlox is Shifting Gears: Omlox is now addressing multiple verticals: discrete manufacturing, automotive, logistics, semi-conductor, aerospace, healthcare, and retail. Technology-wise, omlox has much more depth today, providing an even better support for locating use-cases and integrating more locating technologies, like vision-based systems, more wireless-technologies, and even ultrasound-based locating...