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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
Power quality issues are one of the most common—and most misunderstood—causes of equipment failure in industrial automation. Modern VFDs and PLCs are efficient but far more sensitive than their predecessors. Even small distortions in the electrical supply can cause nuisance trips, CPU resets, I/O instability, motor failures, and unpredictable downtime....
Power quality issues are one of the most common—and most misunderstood—causes of equipment failure in industrial automation. Modern VFDs and PLCs are efficient but far more sensitive than their predecessors....
A comprehensive technical guide to diagnosing FR-A800 drive issues — including motor tuning, load-related trips, braking resistor sizing, and electrical noise mitigation. Table of Contents Introduction How the FR-A800 Detects...
Manufacturing is no longer simply competing on price or output—plants are now being reshaped by global tariffs, labor shortages, supply-chain disruptions, and rising modernization costs. And while automation has been...
Mitsubishi’s FX series has been the backbone of countless small and mid-sized machines. In 2025, most engineers are deciding whether to stay with the proven FX3U or move to the newer...
Unplanned downtime has always been expensive, but 2025 has created a new reality for manufacturers: reactive maintenance is now the costliest strategy you can have. Factories across the U.S. are shifting...
When an HMI stops responding, flickers, or boots into a blank screen, it’s tempting to immediately order a replacement. But many HMI “failures” are fixable for a fraction of the...
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Walk into almost any factory in the U.S., and you’ll likely see a surprising sight: production lines running on programmable logic controllers (PLCs) that are 15, 20, or even 30...
Reshoring isn’t a buzzword anymore—it’s a structural shift. Tariffs, fragile global supply chains, and new incentives are pushing U.S. manufacturers to bring work home. Automation makes that viable by lifting...
As we approach the winter slowdown in late September 2025, many factories are preparing for seasonal shutdowns—whether for holidays, maintenance, or reduced demand. These pauses are useful, but idle variable frequency...
Two names dominate Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs): Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) and Siemens. Both deliver scalable, durable controllers that run complex factories worldwide. The hard part isn’t whether they work—it’s which...
When a production line goes down, every second counts. Yet too many facilities treat spare parts as an afterthought—leading to costly delays, excessive overnight shipping fees, and production losses that...
Still running legacy drives like the Allen-Bradley 1336 or older Micromaster units? This step-by-step guide shows how to modernize proactively—reducing downtime risk, improving efficiency, and keeping costs under control. Step...
Choosing a variable frequency drive (VFD) or servo drive looks simple on paper: match voltage and horsepower, drop it in, and run. In the field, small oversights turn into nuisance...
On this solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001, Industrial Automation Co. takes a moment to reflect on the profound impact of that tragic day. We pause to honor the extraordinary...
When your machine slows down, that energy doesn’t have to turn into heat. With regenerative drives, you can push it back to the line—or share it with other axes—and...
In the world of industrial automation, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are the backbone of control systems, executing logic to keep processes running smoothly. One critical metric often discussed is scan...
In the fast-paced world of industrial automation, communication protocols are the unsung heroes that keep drives, controllers, and machines humming in harmony. Whether you're an engineer designing complex systems, a...
A practical, step-by-step guide for maintenance leads, controls engineers, and buyers. What you’ll learn: How to size to current (FLA) first, not horsepower When to choose VT vs CT...
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