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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
Even as Industry 4.0 drives a wave of connected factories and smart analytics, many production lines still rely on proven legacy hardware. These systems—robust, familiar, and field-serviceable—remain the backbone of global manufacturing. From classic PLCs to rugged drives, the following ten components continue to be essential MRO staples in 2025....
Even as Industry 4.0 drives a wave of connected factories and smart analytics, many production lines still rely on proven legacy hardware. These systems—robust, familiar, and field-serviceable—remain the backbone of...
Supply chains aren’t predictable anymore — they’re volatile ecosystems where component shortages, extended lead times, and freight delays have become routine. For manufacturers, that means one reality: if you don’t...
In industrial automation, downtime costs thousands per hour — and replacing entire control systems can cost millions. That’s why many facilities turn to refurbished automation parts as a smart, budget-conscious...
When a variable frequency drive (VFD) or servo amplifier reaches end-of-life, finding a direct replacement isn’t as simple as matching horsepower. It’s a precise engineering decision that impacts control performance,...
Downtime is one of the most expensive words in manufacturing. Every minute a production line sits idle because of a failed or missing part means lost revenue, missed deadlines, and...
Maintenance is no longer just about fixing what breaks—it’s about predicting what will. In 2025, forward-thinking manufacturers are using data-driven insights to move from reactive maintenance to predictive strategies that...
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May 1st has long been known as International Workers’ Day — a time to honor the industrial workforce that built and powered the modern world. But in 2025, that workforce...
Drives & Motors
You’ve just unpacked a new Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 drive. You wire it up, power it on… and suddenly, it starts power cycling. No motor leads connected. Voltage seems fine. The...
Drives & Motors
In industrial environments, maintenance isn’t optional—it’s essential. That’s especially true for components like the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700, a high-performance variable frequency drive (VFD) used across manufacturing and processing lines. Downtime...
Drives & Motors
In an industry racing toward smarter, faster, and more connected automation, some hardware still stands the test of time. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 is one of those rare drives that continues...
Technology Insights
Executive Summary:Tariffs on critical factory components, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, and automation parts, are surging in 2025. With trade tensions between the U.S., China, and Europe escalating, supply chains...
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Sky-high tariffs are forcing a reset on how U.S. manufacturers source automation parts. With U.S.–China tensions escalating and Chinese imports facing up to 145% duties, essential components such as PLCs,...
Drives & Motors
If you’re working with Allen-Bradley’s CompactLogix PLCs and PowerFlex 525 drives, integrating them over EtherNet/IP unlocks powerful advantages, like real-time status monitoring, tag-based control, and faster diagnostics. But setting it...
Drives & Motors
Even the most reliable drives can throw fault codes—and when they do, production can grind to a halt. Whether you’re an engineer commissioning a system, a technician supporting a plant,...
Drives & Motors
If you’ve landed here, you probably already know that the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 520 series offers two main models: the 523 and the 525. But picking the right one isn’t always straightforward....
Drives & Motors
The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 is more than a motor controller—it’s a configurable, compact workhorse used in thousands of automation systems worldwide. From HVAC fan control to bottling conveyors, this VFD...
Technology Insights
As of mid-April 2025, the global tariff landscape has changed dramatically. For U.S. manufacturers and sourcing teams who depend on industrial automation parts like drives, motors, HMIs, PLCs, and power...
Technology Insights
🏭 Introduction: Budgeting in the Age of Uncertainty It’s 2025, and for factory leaders, budgeting is no longer just about what’s needed—it’s about what’s possible. Tariffs on industrial imports from...
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