September 2026

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TwinThread’s Anomaly Action Center ranks anomalies by persistence and deviation and personalizes each user’s alert queue.
Oct. 9, 2026
NIBCO's LD-2000 Series butterfly valves provide bi-directional, dead-end isolation up to 200 psi on large-diameter lines.
Oct. 9, 2026
Gideon’s Trey moves up to 28 single- or double-stacked pallets per hour and charges autonomously between cycles.
Oct. 8, 2026
Epson Robots’ AX6 collaborative robot uses a carbon fiber structure rated IP54 and ISO 5 for cleanroom workcells.
Oct. 8, 2026
Faro Technologies' Quantum X FaroArm Series handles both contact probing and laser scanning, with LLP swaps that need no recalibration.
Oct. 7, 2026
Struktol Company of America's FM 126 processing additive improves scorch safety to reduce premature vulcanization risk.
Oct. 7, 2026
Enerpac Armor Stack C8 cases are validated to MIL-STD-810H and IP67 for protection against drops, temperature extremes, and water.
Oct. 6, 2026
PI's H-855 hexapod family offers four mechanical configurations, with absolute encoders that eliminate homing at startup.
Oct. 6, 2026
Voith's NipDynamics embeds ultra-thin, heat-resistant sensors in roll covers to measure nip pressure profiles across the full cover width.
Oct. 5, 2026
Exair's redesigned EFC Electronic Flow Control adds independent ON/OFF intervals.
Oct. 5, 2026
Enerpac's Tandem E-Mover EMLSD25 skates use zero-radius, crab, and carousel steering to move heavy loads through low-clearance spaces.
Sept. 30, 2026
Trumpf's updated TruPunch 5000 adds up to 10 work-area cameras and a tool display at the setup station for faster changeovers.
Sept. 30, 2026
Emerson's Rosemount 105P Standard Liquid Panel Systems measure pH, ORP, dissolved oxygen, and chlorine in one configurable system.
Sept. 30, 2026
Pfannenberg's ActivCool DTS 5000 Series enclosure coolers use A1 nonflammable R513A refrigerant and fit most cabinets 12 in (305 mm) wide.
Sept. 30, 2026
ZS Robotics' H125 Four-Way Pallet Shuttle uses 13 safety sensors for obstacle avoidance, pallet presence, and load imbalance detection.
Sept. 30, 2026
Magid's M-Defense DX+ Technology Long Sleeve Pullover uses a breathable polyester back panel to reduce weight and improve airflow.
Sept. 30, 2026
Orbis' BulkPak HDR4048-25/34 container uses retention clips in place of fiberglass rods to simplify maintenance.
Sept. 29, 2026
GWS Tool Group's FerociTI end mills offer 5- and 7-flute configurations for titanium roughing up to four times diameter.
Sept. 29, 2026
RM Technologies' SkyMill CNC milling machine runs an HSK63F electrospindle at up to 24,000 rpm with a 30-position tool changer.
Sept. 28, 2026
Okuma's GENOS M4000H-e uses a B-axis for four-sided machining in a single setup and a two-station pallet changer to cut downtime.
Sept. 28, 2026
Mahr's MarSurf3D MS optical metrology platform measures surfaces in real time down to the sub-nanometer range.
Sept. 24, 2026
© Universal Robots
Gen 7 robotic platform
Universal Robots' Gen 7 pairs 3 g-Series arms with a CB7 Core controller offering 40% more compute in a 30% smaller footprint.
Sept. 23, 2026
Artec 3D's Artec Neo works tethered or wireless, with up to 50 minutes of battery-powered scanning and 0.001 in (0.025 mm) accuracy.
Sept. 23, 2026
Studson's SHK-2 safety helmet meets ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2026 Type II+ for top and lateral impact protection.
Sept. 22, 2026
Krohne's OPTIMASS 5400 Coriolis mass flowmeter handles temperatures up to 356°F (180°C) and pressures up to 1,450 psig (100 barg).
Sept. 22, 2026
Emerson's Rosemount 9000 Series pairs the 9732 Transmitter with 9205 Sensor and adds built-in Smart Meter Verification.
Sept. 21, 2026
ABB Robotics' E-Device gives operators physical safety controls, including an emergency stop, across tablets, PCs, and teach pendants.
Sept. 21, 2026
Marley Engineered Products heat trace cables now include connection kits and accessories for code-compliant installations.
Sept. 18, 2026
Nordson Test & Inspection's SonoFlex inspects small-panel semiconductor packaging at up to twice the speed of conventional systems.
Sept. 18, 2026
PFlow Industries' RapidStack modular VRC pairs pre-built end sections with a made-to-order middle section for two-level lifting.
Sept. 17, 2026
Kano Laboratories' Kroil Shield is available in aerosol and liquid formats for machinery, fasteners and outdoor metal surfaces.
Sept. 16, 2026
Hirebotics' linear rail moves cobots in 5-ft (1.5-m) increments, extending reach for welding, plasma cutting and painting on large parts.
Sept. 15, 2026
Norwalt's Tesseract Flexible Product Decoration Cell uses Beckhoff XPlanar transport for independent product movement.
Sept. 15, 2026
TurboFil's Monoblock Glass Vial Filling & Assembly Unit combines precision filling, capping, labeling and inspection in one platform.
Sept. 14, 2026
Nederman's Fume Eliminator GoMax automatically regulates airflow and filter cleaning for robotic, cobot and manual welding.
Sept. 14, 2026
Antaira Technologies' Airolinx Go MAX ships as a pre-paired kit that forms a link automatically, no controller or IP configuration needed.
Sept. 14, 2026
SICK's sensingCam SEC200 code reader reads 1D and 2D codes with IP65-rated housing and web-based configuration.
Sept. 10, 2026
HBK's DA110 Handheld Indicator pairs with strain gauge sensors and transducers for mobile calibration and material testing.
Sept. 3, 2026
NIBCO's PressACR P-Trap Fittings deliver flame-free press connections in six new SKUs, sized 1/2 to 1-3/8 in OD.
Aug. 27, 2026
Hospeco Brands Group EvoGreen All-Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser is biodegradable and free of PFAS, phosphates and VOCs.
Aug. 18, 2026
Denso's Protal 3200CF and Protal 2800CF composite repair systems reinforce pipelines affected by corrosion and mechanical damage.
Aug. 18, 2026
Baileigh Industrial's 37 in. Wide Belt Sanders and 5 HP Dust Collectors offer programmable height presets and dual-filter dust capture.
Aug. 17, 2026
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Harvey Industries 'Baby Gyro' G-200H
Harvey Industries International's BABY GYRO AIR G-200H delivers 550 Air Watts of suction and switches between vacuum and blower modes on demand.
Aug. 17, 2026
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ZFA260
Nidec Machine Tool America will showcase RoboCam, the ZFA260 grinder, and MSS300 skiving machine at IMTS 2026, Sept. 14-19.
Aug. 13, 2026
WITT Gas Controls' LEAK-MASTER ONE tests up to 120 packages per minute using 12 parallel vacuum chambers for individual leak detection.
Aug. 13, 2026
Heliox, A Siemens Business, features the H60D Dual DC Fast Charger, offering dynamic power allocation between two CCS1 outlets.
Aug. 12, 2026
Denios' IBC Funnel features rounded edges and a domed base for fast, splash-free tote refilling.
Aug. 12, 2026
Artec 3D's Point II handheld laser scanner offers certified 0.02 mm accuracy for metrology-grade inspection and reverse engineering.
Aug. 10, 2026
CIRCOR International's ALLWEILER AE-RG Hopper Pump Series transfers viscous, abrasive materials with a maintenance-in-place design.
Aug. 10, 2026
WECO's Multiscan MXV-Bulk X-ray system scans in-shell nuts for internal defects and dense foreign material like stones and metal.
Aug. 7, 2026
Wardjet's APEX-90 waterjet cutting head features a wrist-pivot design that extends reach beyond traditional Z-axis limitations.
Aug. 7, 2026
Emerson's Rosemount 350A pH/ORP Sensor stores calibration data and diagnostics onboard for faster troubleshooting.
Aug. 6, 2026
Trafag's 87x9 platform pairs mechanical switching with continuous density measurement for SF₆ and alternative insulation gas mixtures.
Aug. 6, 2026
The company's Booth W-432018 display centers on reducing manual tool handling and improving data accuracy from CAM to finished part.
Aug. 5, 2026
Makino's a630iT offers a trunnion-style design for 5-sided plus machining of large, heavy workpieces.
Aug. 5, 2026
Mazak's INTEGREX i-350S NEO multitasking machine finishes parts to tight tolerances in a single setup with turning, milling and grinding.
Aug. 4, 2026
Mazak's QRX-50MSY CNC turning center combines milling, a second spindle and Y-axis capability in a 15% smaller footprint.
Aug. 4, 2026
Hypertherm Associates' MAXIEM X JetMachining Centers add IntelliVISOR Mobile for remote cut monitoring and alerts.
Aug. 3, 2026
Studer's S23 cylindrical grinder features an automatic B-axis wheelhead for up to three grinding tools in one clamping.
Aug. 3, 2026
PackworldUSA's PW4214 keeps the sealing head inside cleanrooms while the control module and touch screen stay outside the critical zone.
July 23, 2026
Fiberscope VOYAGER M40 industrial video borescope features a 5 in HD touchscreen and 4x zoom for real-time inspection.
July 22, 2026
Datanomix's Digital Production Bundles automatically pair prints, setup sheets, tooling sheets and inspection plans to each machine.
July 22, 2026
LK Metrology's iSF gets running within hours of installation, plugging in with a single cable and requiring no compressed air lines.
July 21, 2026
Mitsui Seiki USA's HU63A-5XT combines milling and turning with automatic pallet and tool changers for aerospace parts.
July 21, 2026
Flexco's Roller Conveyor Scraper Tool features a curved blade profile and mounts to standard extension poles for easy roller access.
July 20, 2026
Walter WL25 PCD indexable inserts use lasered chip-breaking geometries for better chip control in profiling and copy turning.
July 20, 2026
Noblelift's FE4P220N forklift charges in as little as 2 to 2.5 hours and uses AI pedestrian detection for added operator safety.
July 17, 2026
Carlo Gavazzi's DCM2 direct-connection DC energy meter integrates RS485 Modbus RTU and Ethernet Modbus TCP in a single unit.
July 17, 2026
Voith's MegaDrive rubber wire drive roll cover shows up to 30% lower abrasion than standard covers for longer runtimes.
July 16, 2026
Kaeser Compressors' MOBILAIR M17A portable compressor offers pressure options up to 217 psi (15 bar).
July 15, 2026
© Swisslog
FastMove Monorail
Swisslog FastMove moves pallets at up to 6.6 ft/s (2 m/s) and handles loads up to 3,307 lb (1,500 kg) across long warehouse routes.
July 15, 2026
The EK1240SLX 12-Ton Crimper delivers 24,000 lb of crimping force for up to 750 kcmil copper and aluminum connectors.
July 14, 2026
NAVAC Vacuum Technology's ShieldDrive i Series pumps add a detachable oil reservoir for fast, simplified oil changes.
July 14, 2026
Robotiq's IQ platform turns 3D site scans and project data into validated robotic Workcell designs for palletizing applications.
July 13, 2026
Apera AI's VuePod bin-picking cell self-calibrates and autonomously plans picking, reorientation, and path planning.
July 9, 2026
ABB Robotics' Flexley Stack F712 forklift AMR handles loads up to 4,409 lb (2,000 kg) and lifts to heights of 27.9 ft (8.5 m).
July 8, 2026
Antaira Technologies' AIROLINX-6-MAX-DR-T and AIROLINX-6-DR-T support dish, sector, horn, and panel antennas for directional deployments.
July 6, 2026
Eclipse Automation's RealitySync uses Apple Vision Pro to let engineering, finance, and operations teams collaborate in a shared virtual environment.
July 6, 2026
Norelem's cam screws with clamping lever feature 360° handle positioning and clamping forces from 270 to 629 lbf (1.2 to 2.8 kN).
June 30, 2026
B&K Precision's DAS1800-R rackmount DAQ system fits 19-in. rack environments with a removable, lockable 1 TB SSD for data security.
June 25, 2026
Nord-Lock's X-Series washers now cover seven additional sizes, extending coverage for bolted joints in extreme operating conditions.
June 25, 2026
Thermo Fisher Scientific's Gibco CTS DynaXS Single Use Bioreactor supports cGMP-ready cell expansion from process development to clinical production.
June 24, 2026
Signal Hound's Spike software, compatible with the PCR4200 receiver, adds phase-coherent analysis across up to four channels at no additional cost.
June 17, 2026
Samtec's mPOWER ultra micro connectors now offer through-hole PCB termination with up to 18 A per power blade in a compact form factor.
June 17, 2026
Faulhaber's DualGear pairs a BX4 brushless motor with GPT planetary gearheads in a compact, diameter-compliant drive for intralogistics.
June 15, 2026
Exxelia's CM-HVLP series reconstituted mica capacitors combine pulse and filtering functions in a 20 x 20 mm SMD footprint.
June 12, 2026
Mayr power transmission's ROBA-DS 9120 aluminum coupling reduces mass moment of inertia 40–60% versus its steel counterpart.
June 3, 2026
Peak Technologies' Peak Automation Intelligence platform delivers real-time visibility across docks, conveyors, forklifts, and pallets.
June 3, 2026
Antaira Technologies' LMP-1204G-SFP-bt-24-T managed switch runs on 24V DC solar input with a 180W total PoE power budget across 12 ports.
May 29, 2026
Securus Packaging's VS 610 produces sealed pouches from rollstock with tool-less changeover in under 30 seconds.
May 21, 2026
Kaeser Compressors' Mobilair M76 portable compressor delivers flows to 270 cfm with adjustable pressure and up to 9 hours of continuous run time.
May 20, 2026
Danfoss Power Solutions' PC-PRO is a single-path propel solution with auto-inch, smart calibration, and all-range ECO mode for off-highway machinery.
May 12, 2026
Polyplastics Group's Durast Powder converts high-performance resins into fine powders for 3D printing and powder sintering.
May 6, 2026
Nebo's LEO 10000 and 12000 FLEX flashlights run on rechargeable or standard alkaline batteries via Flex-Power technology.
April 27, 2026
TrewSort Sliding Shoe Sorter delivers high-accuracy and gentle divert sortation of mixed items with an output of 300+ cartons/min.
April 24, 2026
Alfa Laval's EnSaLine agitators feature a replaceable seal-and-bearing cartridge for single-technician maintenance in under 30 min.
April 15, 2026
NOBLELIFT’s NobleOne AI forklift platform combines operator coaching with integrated ADAS and warehouse system connectivity.
April 14, 2026
Mastercam's 2026.R2 CAD/CAM software introduces Copilot, an AI assistant for voice and text-controlled programming tasks.
March 26, 2026