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
The choice between smart motor controllers and traditional starters isn’t just a matter of technology—it’s a strategic decision that can impact your facility’s uptime, energy use, and long-term operating costs. While traditional starters simply start and stop motors, smart motor controllers offer advanced functionality that gives you more control, insight, and...
The choice between smart motor controllers and traditional starters isn’t just a matter of technology—it’s a strategic decision that can impact your facility’s uptime, energy use, and long-term operating costs. While...
A Northeast chemical plant risked production delays when their Siemens S7-300 PLC began failing after 20 years of service. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC,...
A Midwest packaging plant faced a sudden halt when their Siemens S7-1500 PLC lost communication with its I/O modules, costing $15,000 in downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned...
An automotive plant in Texas struggled with inefficient PLC programming, causing frequent production halts. They partnered with Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC, to optimize their Siemens S7-1500...
A Midwest manufacturer faced a critical choice: replace a failing PLC to keep their production line running or risk costly downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in...
Modern automation requires more than just power—it demands control, connectivity, and adaptability. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 AC Drive meets that challenge with a compact footprint, modular hardware, and built-in safety features....
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The choice between smart motor controllers and traditional starters isn’t just a matter of technology—it’s a strategic decision that can impact your facility’s uptime, energy use, and long-term operating costs. While...
A Northeast chemical plant risked production delays when their Siemens S7-300 PLC began failing after 20 years of service. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC,...
A Midwest packaging plant faced a sudden halt when their Siemens S7-1500 PLC lost communication with its I/O modules, costing $15,000 in downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned...
An automotive plant in Texas struggled with inefficient PLC programming, causing frequent production halts. They partnered with Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC, to optimize their Siemens S7-1500...
A Midwest manufacturer faced a critical choice: replace a failing PLC to keep their production line running or risk costly downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in...
Modern automation requires more than just power—it demands control, connectivity, and adaptability. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 AC Drive meets that challenge with a compact footprint, modular hardware, and built-in safety features....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...