Renee Stott
Assistant Editor
Renee Stott is a graduate of the University of Hawaii with a degree in environmental science.
Articles Edited by Renee Stott
Whether on the yard of a logistics center, along the perimeter of an airport, or in an industrial park, these areas do not follow standard traffic rules. At the same time, they are highly sensitive: vehicles often move near to pedestrians, forklifts, or machinery. A moment of inattention, combined with excessive speed, can have serious consequences, from personal injury to production downtime and high costs. For safety reasons, vehicle movements on industrial and traffic sites are increasingly monitored automatically. Read More
Based on the ROBA DS steel disk pack coupling, Mayr Power Transmission has developed a weight-optimized aluminum variant with unchanged performance density. The coupling is compatible with all common torque transducers as standard. Read More
NORD's NORDAC LINK and NORDAC FLEX electronic control products feature AS-Interface technology for easy integration into existing systems. NORDAC LINK variable frequency drives provide a convenient drive solution for decentralized installations as the flexible configuration enables precise adjustment of the devices to a wide range of applications. Read More
Siemens has entered into a strategic partnership with Xometry, the global, AI-native marketplace connecting buyers and suppliers of custom manufacturing. The partnership will allow Siemens to embed proprietary manufacturability, pricing, sourcing and lifecycle intelligence directly into the design digital thread, natively within Siemens Xcelerator. Read More
TURCK, a provider in industrial automation solutions, announced the addition of the TBIL-EMN-16DXP I/O Hub. Designed to deliver cost-effective digital signal connectivity in IO-Link applications. The new hub provides a compact, flexible solution for modern automation environments. Read More
Previews of TURCK's TBEN-LLH-4RMC show a compact multiprotocol Ethernet I/O module engineered to simplify the control and integration of conveyor roller motors in material handling and intralogistics applications. The solution is slated to be launched in the US in Q2, 2026. Read More
Hybrid programming combines offline preparation with live work on the real robot in a single workflow. Offline programming on its own is rarely enough, because even a well-prepared program still needs adjustment on the shop floor. Online programming on its own is slower, ties up the cell, and leaves less room for advance verification. ENCY Hyper brings the two together: users can build and check a project in a digital environment, then connect to the real robot to refine motion and run the job. That makes robot programming faster to prepare and easier to bring into production. Read More
TURCK, a supplier in industrial automation technology, today announced the launch of its ILC Analog to IO-Link Inline Converter, a compact and powerful solution designed to easily retrofit existing analog sensors and bring them into modern IO-Link environments. Read More
TURCK, a provider of industrial automation solutions, announced the CMMT Condition Monitoring sensor designed to detect magnetic field changes on three axes. This feature indicates what direction the target object is traveling in relation to the sensor, detects rotation, and detects ferrous metal. In addition, it provides temperature measurement to monitor changes in motor operation and identify possible faults in electromagnetic motors. When packages contain strong magnets, they often pose a hidden risk on conveyors. Read More
The X1-RT Small Reach Truck is a forklift mobile robot (FMR) designed to be a versatile and space-efficient solution that combines the features of electric stackers and counterbalance forklifts. Read More
The X3-CF Counterbalance FMR is a high-performance solution engineered for demanding indoor and outdoor logistics. Built on a dedicated high-power platform, this series supports a versatile range of models with capacities from 3 to 5 tons, delivering exceptional power, precision, and adaptability. Read More
As labor shortages and liability risks increase across warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities, companies are under pressure to automate palletizing and material handling. Beverage packaging specialist CODI Manufacturing offers a potential solution in its FlexStack Pro palletizing system. Read More
As automation accelerates across intralogistics and warehouse operations, many companies face a growing challenge: deploying increasingly advanced systems without enough skilled technicians to install, operate and maintain them. Festo Didactic addressed the workforce challenge at MODEX 2026 by featuring training solutions designed to build the automation skills needed to keep material-handling systems running. Read More
