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Industrial Automation Co, located in Raleigh, NC, is a global reseller of hard-to-find and obsolete industrial automation parts. We offer comprehensive customer support and a top-tier warranty on all products
As we move into 2025, manufacturers are building on the automation technologies that shaped 2024. Three topics consistently rose to the top of industry discussions last year: sensor selection, the fast-growing role of machine vision, and the rise of IO-Link as the new connectivity standard. These technologies aren’t just upgrades—they’re...
As we move into 2025, manufacturers are building on the automation technologies that shaped 2024. Three topics consistently rose to the top of industry discussions last year: sensor selection, the...
Lights-out manufacturing—factories designed to run with minimal or no on-site staff—has moved from concept to reality in select environments. This post explains what “lights-out” means, highlights notable examples from FANUC...
The next stage of digital transformation isn’t just about machines following scripts—it’s about systems that can learn, adapt, and optimize in real time. This is where Intelligent Automation (IA) comes in....
Labor shortages continue to challenge U.S. manufacturers in 2025. From retiring baby boomers to a lack of younger workers entering the trades, factories are under pressure to maintain output while...
Industrial automation is everywhere—from food processing lines to high-tech automotive plants. Yet despite its proven value, many misconceptions still keep decision-makers second-guessing when and how to embrace it. Use this...
Artificial intelligence dominates headlines in 2025. From chatbots to self-driving cars, AI is everywhere. But when the buzzword makes its way into manufacturing circles, many engineers and plant managers roll...
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As we move into 2025, manufacturers are building on the automation technologies that shaped 2024. Three topics consistently rose to the top of industry discussions last year: sensor selection, the...
Lights-out manufacturing—factories designed to run with minimal or no on-site staff—has moved from concept to reality in select environments. This post explains what “lights-out” means, highlights notable examples from FANUC...
The next stage of digital transformation isn’t just about machines following scripts—it’s about systems that can learn, adapt, and optimize in real time. This is where Intelligent Automation (IA) comes in....
Labor shortages continue to challenge U.S. manufacturers in 2025. From retiring baby boomers to a lack of younger workers entering the trades, factories are under pressure to maintain output while...
Industrial automation is everywhere—from food processing lines to high-tech automotive plants. Yet despite its proven value, many misconceptions still keep decision-makers second-guessing when and how to embrace it. Use this...
Artificial intelligence dominates headlines in 2025. From chatbots to self-driving cars, AI is everywhere. But when the buzzword makes its way into manufacturing circles, many engineers and plant managers roll...
For decades, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) have been the backbone of industrial automation. From assembly lines to water treatment plants, these controllers quietly handle the logic that keeps factories moving....
Global sourcing has always promised lower sticker prices, but in 2025, the picture is far more complicated. With tariffs dominating the headlines, it’s easy to assume duties are the only...
When a critical piece of automation goes down, every minute counts. Conservative estimates for smaller plants run $6k–$30k per hour, while recent surveys place “typical” averages around $125k–$260k per hour—and in...
Approving an automation upgrade isn’t just a purchase order. It’s a high-stakes decision that can either push production forward—or create costly downtime, integration headaches, and hidden expenses. Use this 10-question...
The Siemens SINAMICS S120 is a modular, high-performance drive system designed for applications requiring precision, scalability, and multi-axis control. Unlike fixed, single-drive solutions, the S120 uses a building-block architecture that lets...
Line modules are the backbone of the SINAMICS S120 power train. They take AC power from the plant mains and convert it to the DC link that feeds the motor...
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