Factory automation

Winner of Propel‍-‍AIR robotics and AI sprint announced

17 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Arm Hub

Sydney-based tactile sensing company Contactile has been announced by ARM Hub as the winner of the Propel‍-‍AIR 2.0 robotics and AI sprint.


From smart sensors to autonomous factories: why the next decade of AI will transform industry

14 August, 2026 by Jim Wallace* | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

Ten years ago, most industrial sensors were designed to perform one task exceptionally well, but now that model is rapidly changing.


Fatek M series micro-modular PLC

01 August, 2026 | Supplied by: ControlBox

The M series micro-modular PLC combines advanced technology, flexible configuration and a high level of computing and motion control capabilities.


Turck BIxR-W20 series inductive ring sensors with IO-Link

31 July, 2026 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd

Turck has expanded its sensor portfolio with a new range of inductive IO-Link ring sensors designed for the reliable detection of small metal parts.


NORD Drivesystems NORDAC FUSION drive solution

16 July, 2026 | Supplied by: NORD Drivesystems (Aust) Pty Ltd

NORDAC FUSION combines asynchronous motors (IE3) and permanent magnet synchronous motors (IE5+) with a decentralised frequency inverter.


ABB announces AI‍-‍powered autonomous forklift

09 July, 2026 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

ABB Robotics has completed its AI‍-‍powered Visual SLAM AMR range with an autonomous forklift.


Propel-AIR applications closing this week

09 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Arm Hub

ARM Hub's Propel-AIR completed the final week of its showcase tour last week, and this week is the last chance to apply for the next AI and Robotics Sprint.


Pepperl+Fuchs R305 retroreflective area sensor with IO-Link

05 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd

The R305 retroreflective area sensor with IO-Link is designed for precise and reliable object detection, regardless of shape, size or material.


Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer opens mass production plant

03 June, 2026

EngineAI’s T800 humanoid robots are beginning to roll off the production line for mass delivery.


Industrial Devices electric linear actuators

01 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

In heavy industrial environments, electric linear actuators from Industrial Devices can play a pivotal role in applications requiring robust performance and precision.


ARM Hub announces Propel-AIR tour

19 May, 2026

The Propel-AIR roadshow has been extended through May and June.


Bringing a board game to life with CODESYS

13 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Ti2 Pty Ltd

An amusement park ride is brought to life with an industrial control system and EtherCAT.


ABB Robotics launches automated surface finishing cell

07 May, 2026 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

By automating repetitive sanding and polishing tasks, the cell is designed to increase throughput and reduces the traditional scrap and rework.


pco.dimax 3.6 DS ST CLHS high-speed camera

05 May, 2026 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty Ltd

The pco.dimax 3.6 DS ST CLHS is a high speed, double-shutter camera engineered to capture extremely fast phenomena with high precision and clarity.


Pepperl+Fuchs VOC industrial event camera

01 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd

The Pepperl+Fuchs VOC industrial event camera allows event-driven video recording up to 900 s before and after a trigger signal.


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