Foodmach invests in A&RT
15 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Foodmach Pty LtdAutomation & Robotics Technology (A&RT) has been acquired by a group of investors that includes Foodmach, Packaging Partners and others.
Siemens SIRIUS limit switches
14 April, 2026 | Supplied by: APS IndustrialSiemens SIRIUS limit switches are designed to deliver precise position detection and dependable switching performance across a wide range of applications.
AI system learns to keep warehouse robot traffic running smoothly
10 April, 2026MIT's new approach adapts to decide which robots should get the right of way at every moment, avoiding congestion and increasing throughput.
Trained for precision
02 April, 2026 by Janina Sanzi, Competence Center Software, Germany, Leuze electronic | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty LtdLeuze uses AI to significantly improve the measurement accuracy of optical distance sensors for challenging industrial applications.
Turck launches next generation capacitive sensors
31 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty LtdBesides detecting conventional objects, the BC/UC series can detect granulates or powders and liquids, as well as difficult media such as foamy or adhering substances.
Turck B1N180V-QR20 inclination switch
23 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty LtdThe B1N180V-QR20 inclination switch is a single-axis sensor using MEMS acceleration measurement and offers a fixed switching window over 180°.
Monash research explores safer, smarter human-robot teamwork
23 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityMonash University researchers are exploring how manufacturers can make human-robot collaboration safer, more adaptive and efficient.
NVIDIA working with global robotics companies on physical AI
20 March, 2026NVIDIA has announced it is partnering with the global robotics ecosystem to power production-scale physical AI.
Physical AI set to transform industrial operations: report
19 March, 2026 | Supplied by: DeloitteDeloitte's latest report says that the combination of artificial intelligence with physical machines is quickly moving to widespread implementation.
Balluff BVS CA-GW compact 25 GigE industrial camera
17 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdThe BVS CA-GW is a highly compact 25 GigE industrial camera developed specifically for industrial applications and combining high image quality with fast data transmission.
ifm OCF series fibre-optic sensors
12 March, 2026 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltdFibre-optic sensors operate on the same principle as conventional photoelectric sensors, but the lens and the evaluation electronics are spatially separated.
Pepperl+Fuchs UB*-F42 ultrasonic sensor with IO-Link
03 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty LtdThe Pepperl+Fuchs UB*-F42 ultrasonic sensor series combines ultrasonic measurement technology with the advantages of IO-Link communication.
VectorNav VN-200 GNSS-aided inertial navigation system
01 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe VN-200 is a compact GNSS-aided inertial navigation system designed for demanding industrial and automation environments.
IFR releases position paper on AI in robotics
20 February, 2026The International Federation of Robotics has released a position paper that examines how artificial intelligence is accelerating the next wave of robotics.
Virtual PLCs — a big step forward!
20 February, 2026 by Harry Mulder, Beckhoff Automation* | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty LtdIt looks as though the days of PLCs running a single control task, on dedicated hardware, using a proprietary operating system, are numbered.
