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From the 2026 ISA President: Continuing the Path Forward
2026 ISA president Ashley Weckwerth shares how ISA members can get involved. -
Mouser Electronics New Product Insider: More Than 40,000 New Parts Added in 2025
In 2025, Mouser launched more than 40,000 part numbers ready for shipment, including more than 7,000 in the fourth quarter. -
Industrial Measures Close 2025 With Positive Sign for Machinery Demand
Industrial production increased 0.4% and capacity utilization increased by 0.2% across the U.S. economy from November to December 2025. -
Wintriss Controls Group Appoints New President
Magnant succeeds long-standing Wintriss President Mark Hatch, who retired at the end of 2025 after 45 years in manufacturing with Wintriss, 15 of which he served as the company’s president. -
Radix Named 'Digital Transformation Company of the Year' by CIOReview for Turning Vision into Value
Radix transforms vision into measurable value by combining deep engineering expertise, cutting-edge digital innovation and an unwavering customer-first mindset. -
Why Network Traffic Monitoring Is Mission-Critical in 2026
Network traffic monitoring has evolved from a nice-to-have administrative tool into an essential cybersecurity defense mechanism. -
Where Human Skill Meets Smart Automation: The Case for Semi-Automated Bin Picking
Semi-automated bin picking offers a practical alternative when full automation would require disproportionate investment, yet manual lifting and handling exceed what is safe or sustainable over time. -
RS Names Jonathan Bennett President of RS Americas
Jonathan Bennett is succeeding Doug Moody, who retired after a distinguished career with the company. -
Managing Shadow AI and IT in Industrial Settings
The existence of shadow AI and IT poses security risks to industry by inadvertently allowing hackers unauthorized access to sensitive systems or databases. -
Yamaha Robotics Corporation Integrates European Liaison Office Into Yamaha Motor's European Subsidiary
This integration aims to further accelerate the development of the SEMI business (semiconductor back-end processes) in the European market. -
Critical Manufacturing to Showcase AI-Ready Manufacturing Operations Platform at MD&M West 2026
The company will focus on how manufacturers in medical devices and industrial equipment can use MES as the operational backbone, strengthened by enterprise data and practical AI capabilities. -
How Wheel-Based Chassis Are Accelerating Humanoid Robot Deployment
Wheel-based robots are reshaping factory logistics and exerting a far-reaching influence on automation system design. -
Rockwell Automation to Power Lucid’s EV Manufacturing Facility in Saudi Arabia With Advanced Software Solutions
FactoryTalk MES and local support will drive EV production and workforce development in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. -
Ask the Automation Pros: What Are the Prospects for an Autonomous Process Manufacturing Unit?
In the latest edition of the Ask the Automation Pros column, the pros share their insights on prospects for an autonomous process manufacturing unit. -
American Welding Society Announces 2026 Conferences
The American Welding Society (AWS) recently announced its full schedule of 2026 conferences and events. -
Siemens Xcelerator Powers Picanol’s Digital Transformation for Next-Generation Smart Weaving Machines
Weaving machinery leader Picanol uses Siemens’ software for the digital transformation of complex, highly configurable products, reducing customization and improving ERP and MES connectivity. -
Mouser Drives Electronic Design Excellence With Motor Control Resource Hub for Engineers
Mouser Electronics, Inc., is helping engineers stay ahead in motor control design with its online motor control resource center. -
MassRobotics Announces 5th Cohort of Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst Program
MassRobotics, in collaboration with Festo, Novanta and Mitsubishi Electric Automation, announces the selection of 11 startups for the 2026 Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst. -
From Sci-Fi to Shop Floor: AI’s Real-World Industrial Impact
AI is already transforming manufacturing, energy and infrastructure with measurable, practical results. -
Automate With Ease With the RS PRO Total Panel Integration Portfolio
The RS PRO Total Panel Integration portfolio is a one-stop shop for industrial control panels, providing customers with exceptional convenience and superior reliability. -
Listen: A CISO's Guide to OT Security
Chris McLaughlin's new podcast on OT cybersecurity emphasizes a collaborative approach across IT and OT. -
Zeroport Raises $10 Million Seed for Revolutionary Non-IP Remote Access Solution
The company's patented non-IP remote access technology addresses vulnerabilities that led to the CISA breach and countless VPN compromises. -
H.H. Barnum Celebrates 80 Years of Innovation, Service and Partnership
H.H. Barnum, a trusted leader in the industrial automation industry, is proud to celebrate the company’s 80th anniversary. -
Smarter Storage, Safer Food: How Automation Is Securing the Supply Chain
Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), paired with AI and predictive analytics, offer manufacturers a way to maintain safety, efficiency and compliance amid growing uncertainty. -
GrayMatter Robotics Named Finalist in DoD Challenge to Revolutionize Military Readiness With AI
Selected from a field of 59 elite innovators, GrayMatter’s adaptive robotics are set to transform defense maintenance through high-speed, AI-driven automation. -
Automate 2026 Brings Popular Humanoid Robot Forum and NVIDIA-Sponsored Humanoid Robot Pavilion to Show
This innovative tech showcase is another reason to attend North America’s largest automation event as it returns to Chicago. -
Manufacturers Need to Fill Talent Gaps Fast: Is Training the Solution?
As manufacturers navigate labor shortages and rapid technological change, training must be viewed as a strategic investment rather than a cost. -
10 Predictions of How MES & MOM Will Drive a New Era of Manufacturing Resilience in 2026
2026 will be a year defined by excellence in manufacturing execution far outreaching previous years of experimentation. -
Association for Advancing Automation (A3) Announces Final Section of 3-part U.S. Robot Safety Standard Now Available
The final section of the three-part U.S. robot safety standard offers essential guidance for industrial robot cell users. -
In Industrial Automation, Harmonic Drive Actuators Are Replacing Traditional Harmonic Drive Reducer + Servo Motor Combination
Harmonic drive actuators are becoming the preferred solution in many high-precision applications. -
U.S. Department of Labor Approves SEMI Foundation as a National Apprenticeship Sponsor to Expand Semiconductor Workforce Pathways
SEMI member companies will have priority access and support for apprenticeship programs. -
Why Automation Platforms Must Be Rebuilt, Not Incrementally Improved
Incremental upgrades are no longer enough. What the industry needs is to fundamentally rethink what an automation platform must be. -
David Reger Appointed to the Board of VDMA Robotics Automation
David Reger, founder and CEO of NEURA Robotics, is a new member of the Board of the VDMA Robotics + Automation Association. -
Jury Nominates Three Innovative Solutions for the ROBOTICS AWARD 2026
The Robotics Award honors companies driving groundbreaking advances in industrial development with their innovative robot assisted solutions in the fields of automation and logistics. -
Power Dispatch Planning in Renewables (Solar)
Power dispatch planning in renewable energy is the operational process of scheduling and controlling generating units to meet electricity demand while managing the variability of sources like wind and solar. -
Endress+Hauser Appoints Christian Mäder to Succeed Dr Luc Schultheiss as CFO
With the appointment of its future Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Endress+Hauser Group has completed the comprehensive renewal of its Executive Board. -
Dart Controls Names John Burch as President
“I’m humbled, honored and excited to lead the Dart team,” said Burch. -
Report: Three Quarters of Organizations Admit Gap Between Agentic AI Vision and Reality
The State of Agentic Orchestration and Automation report reveals most organizations now use AI agents, but only 1 in 10 use cases reach production as risk, complexity and skill gaps hold back progress. -
Penguin Solutions SMART Modular CXL NV-CMM E3.S 2T Memory Module Achieves CXL Compliance
Penguin Solutions, Inc. announced that its SMART Modular CXL NV-CMM E3.S 2T non-volatile memory module has successfully passed CXL compliance testing. -
Four Physical AI Predictions for 2026 (and Beyond)
Today, robots are reactive: they respond to inputs and adapt in real time. Tomorrow, they will anticipate. -
GrayMatter Robotics Awarded AFWERX Phase II Contract to Develop AI-Powered Robotic System for Canopy Sanding
The Advanced Smart Robotic Canopy Sanding System will transform maintenance operations, extend service life and enhance mission readiness for aircraft. -
NEMA Develops Make It American Certification for Electric Motors to Support U.S. Reshoring
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has expanded its Make It AmericanTM domestic content certification program to include a product specification for Electrics. -
International Society of Automation Publishes New Position Paper on Automation and Ethical Sourcing
The paper explores how industrial automation technologies and practices can help organizations strengthen ethical sourcing across global supply chains, advancing transparency, accountability, worker safety and environmental stewardship while supporting long-term business resilience. -
From the Editor: New Year, New Ideas - Where to Get Your Automation Insights
In 2026, staying ahead of industrial automation trends involves a mix of attending global events, subscribing to real-time digital news and joining professional associations. -
Weavix Survey Finds Frontline Manufacturing Workers Are Ready for AI But Stuck With Outdated Tools
Nearly three-quarters of workers are comfortable with AI-powered tools, yet still communicate via decades-old two-way radios — a disconnect costing manufacturers approximately $15.4 billion annually. -
Greene Tweed Welcomes Thomas J. Castle as New Chief Operating Officer
The appointment supports Greene Tweed’s global expansion and commitment to operational excellence. -
Siemens' AI-Powered Nanjing Facility Named World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse Factory
The Digital Native Factory Nanjing has been recognized for continuous digital transformation and cutting-edge AI-driven adaptive manufacturing, reducing time-to-market by 33%. -
Rockwell Automation 2025 Sustainability Report Reflects Continued Commitment to Build a More Resilient, Agile and Sustainable Future
Rockwell Automation, Inc. published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which showcases how the company is bringing together technology and manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow. -
NEURA Robotics and Bosch Forge Partnership for Humanoid Robotics 'Made in Germany'
NEURA Robotics, Europe’s pioneer in humanoid robotics and Physical AI, and Robert Bosch Robotics GmbH, a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, are joining forces. -
Indian Institute of Information Technology Kharagpur Joins Digital Twin Consortium
“We welcome IIT Kharagpur as a member of the Digital Twin Consortium,” said Dan Isaacs, GM & CTO of Digital Twin Consortium.


















































