Renee Stott
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Renee Stott is a graduate of the University of Hawaii with a degree in environmental science.
Articles Edited by Renee Stott
Mitsubishi Electric is helping water and wastewater utilities streamline operations through a unified approach to system automation, pump control, and system visualization. Read More
As renewable energy generation expands, ensuring equipment safety and operating efficiency has become a critical priority for manufacturers facing stricter compliance requirements. At WindEnergy 2026 in Hamburg, mayr power transmission presents application-optimized safety brakes for pitch and yaw drives, including the ROBA-stop M pitch brake. In addition, solutions conforming to standards for service elevators and smart brake monitoring are on display. Read More
Molex unveiled MiniMix Hybrid Power and Signal Connectors, a purpose-built interconnect platform designed to solve manufacturing and packaging challenges in next-generation humanoid robotics, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and advanced industrial automation systems. Combining 15.0A power and high-speed Ethernet communication within a single, ultra-compact interface, MiniMix streamlines installation in space-constrained joints, actuators and robotic mechanisms, reducing connector count, cabling complexity and assembly effort. Read More
Legacy equipment, limited visibility and conveyor layouts that restrict material flow create inefficiencies across packaging and palletizing. Traditional cabinet-based automation architecture also slows maintenance, requiring technicians to access remote panels to troubleshoot. Ken's Foods implements an on-machine architecture with Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 350 variable frequency drives (VFDs) accessible directly on production equipment, simplifying operations and delivering measurable gains. Read More
Dematic, a global provider in supply chain automation, unveiled its new Solutions Center at its Americas headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Serving as a global destination for customers, the nearly $50 million facility is an integrated warehouse automation showcase. This investment demonstrates how automation, software and data intelligence can help organizations build more agile, resilient and scalable supply chains. Read More
Viam, the software platform for robotics and automation, announced Viam Education, a free, developer-first education program designed to help engineers build on the Viam platform. Viam Education brings together a series of free online courses, live events, hackathons, and NYC office hours to make building robotics applications more accessible than ever. Read More
UNIT AI, a physical AI company making enterprise-grade automation more accessible for retailers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers, announced $12 million in funding to accelerate commercial deployments of its modular, AI-powered platform for end-to-end ecommerce fulfillment and returns across North America. The round was co-led by Prologis Ventures, Dynamo Ventures, and Ground Up Ventures, with participation from eGateway Capital, Recursive Ventures, Think + Ventures, ZEP Fund, and Crosscourt. Read More
Siemens announced availability of the latest Simcenter software release with significant enhancements across the portfolio, delivering new capabilities that help engineers accelerate simulation workflows, explore more options faster and make more confident decisions earlier in the design process. Read More
MOCO Connectors, a China-based medical and industrial connector manufacturer, announced the availability of its Push Pull Connectors and M Series Circular Connectors, engineered to address critical connectivity challenges in medical devices and industrial automation systems. These product lines deliver reliable, quick mating connections that improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime in demanding environments. Read More
PTC announced the release of the Arena Connect capability within its Arena product lifecycle management (PLM) and quality management system (QMS) 2026.2 release. Arena Connect helps manufacturers connect business applications, other Arena workspaces, and automated workflows across the product value chain, making it easier to move information between the systems teams rely on every day. Read More
Tesollo, a South Korean robotic hand specialist, has officially begun preparations for its initial public offering (IPO) through Korea's technology-special listing track. Read More
Dematic, a company involved in supply chain automation, partnered with Pattison Food Group to modernize grocery fulfillment operations at its Langley, British Columbia distribution center. The 485,000-square-foot ambient grocery facility leverages advanced automation technologies designed to improve split-case fulfillment efficiency, increase throughput capacity and support scalable grocery distribution operations across Western Canada. Read More
DEEPX, an on-device AI semiconductor pioneer, announced that its ultra-low-power NPU technology is powering the Sixfab AI HAT+ for Raspberry Pi 5, a new edge AI acceleration board developed by Sixfab, an edge AI hardware solutions company and Official Raspberry Pi Design Partner. Read More
At Automate 2026, DexRobot showcased its complete dexterous hand series and debuted the DexTele Teleoperation Data Acquisition System. This year's show featured a dedicated Humanoid Robot Pavilion and a sharpened focus on AI-driven industrial automation, making it the ideal venue for DexRobot to demonstrate how advanced manipulation and high-fidelity data acquisition are becoming practical, affordable, and ready for real-world deployment. Read More
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor of electronic components and industrial automation products, announced the latest installment of its Empowering Innovation Together (EIT) technology series, Rise of the Robots, which explores key technologies behind humanoid robots and their potential for transformation. The series shares how these robots have progressed from simple machinery to critical tools used in caregiving, industrial automation, education, and even in the harshest environments. Read More
PTC announced the Onshape Labs initiative, a new early-access program within its Onshape cloud-native CAD and PDM platform that gives participating customers a first look at emerging functionalities, including new uses of AI, delivered directly inside the product development workflow. Broader availability is expected later this summer, when users will be able to opt in through the Onshape "Preferences" settings under "Onshape Labs." Read More
Rockwell Automation announced that Hadaf Foods Industries, supported by Precast FZCO, is adopting the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform to modernize its manufacturing operations and establish a connected operating model for long-term growth. Read More
Rubadue Wire, a U.S.-based manufacturer of wire and cable solutions, has introduced a new product—KinetaFlex— a high-flex wire that provides repeated-flex durability, maintaining integrity across demanding motion-driven and dimensionally-constrained systems. Read More
Schneider Electric announced "Industrial Automation Modernization as a Service," a new offering designed to help industrial organizations modernize automation environments without disrupting production. The offering combines Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE), services, and lifecycle expertise with HPE SimpliVity hybrid cloud infrastructure and software, providing a flexible, resilient foundation for software-defined automation. Read More
Yaskawa America, Inc. has been independently certified to the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard, reinforcing the company's commitment to protecting customer information through internationally recognized information security management practices. Read More
Siemens announced Intelligence Center X, new industrial AI orchestration software designed to help organizations turn industrial AI from isolated experimentation into scalable, real world business impact through a hybrid workforce where people and AI agents work together with shared context, workflows and lifecycle intelligence. Read More
Datalogic, a contributor to automatic data capture and industrial automation, announced the launch of Skorpio X40/45, a compact, ergonomic mobile computer designed for continuous, all day use in modern warehouse environments. Read More
Optical Gaging Products (OGP), a manufacturer of optical and precision multisensor metrology systems for industrial quality control, announced StarLite S1, the all-new semi-automatic 3-axis video measurement system. Read More
FANUC America expanded its commitment to workforce development and technical education at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta from June 1-5. Read More
Kvaser introduces the PCIe 4xLIN, a compact four-channel LIN interface built for deterministic communication, precise timing analysis, and scalable validation setups. Designed for desktop, industrial, and HIL environments, the low-profile PCIe card integrates galvanic isolation with synchronized timestamping, giving engineers reliable, system-level visibility when testing and debugging LIN networks. Read More
Siemens announced that Haddy, a U.S.-based additive manufacturing company, has adopted the Siemens Xcelerator open digital business platform, to scale local additive manufacturing using circular materials across industries including furniture, marine and defense. Read More
UnitX, a developer of AI-powered visual inspection for manufacturing, launched DeteX, a fast deploying AI-powered smart camera. UnitX is trusted to inspect over $15B in products annually across more than 190 manufacturing facilities worldwide. DeteX is purpose-built to eliminate the manufacturing Vision Gap and give every production line the power to reduce scrap and stop defect escapes before they occur. Read More
Rockwell Automation announced the launch of three enhanced offerings within the SecureOT solution suite: OT Cybersecurity Assessment Suite, SecureOT Platform Managed Services and Managed Secure Remote Access (MSRA). Read More
Coherix, a supplier of automated dispensing solutions, joined Kawasaki Robotics at AUTOMATE 2026 to demonstrate how manufacturers can eliminate adhesive defects in real-time while reducing material and labor costs by 25 percent or more. Read More
ABB's new report, The Industrial Efficiency Gap, shows how high-efficiency industrial motors and generators can unlock one of the largest untapped opportunities to save energy, cut costs and reduce emissions in global industry. Read More
Pudu Robotics, a supplier in service robotics, today announced the launch of its new PUDU D7, its next-generation industrial semi-humanoid robot designed for manufacturing and industrial environments. Read More
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
