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    CBS ArcSafe: RSK-SACE3 Remote Switch Kit for ABB/SACE EMAX2 Circuit Breakers

    CBS ArcSafe, a manufacturer of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear, introduces the RSK-SACE3, a remote switch kit that allows technicians to operate ABB/SACE EMAX2 air circuit breakers from 30 to 50 feet away, keeping workers safely outside the arc flash boundary. Compatible with EMAX2 frame sizes 1.2–6.2 equipped with factory button covers,…

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  • Michael Knight, Corporate Senior Vice President of Strategy for TTI Inc., recently spoke with PBUS contributing editor Barb Jorgensen about the drivers behind skyrocketing electronics component demand.

    PBUS@C-level: An Interview with Michael Knight, Part 2

    In the second part of our interview with Michael Knight, Corporate Senior Vice President of Strategy for TTI Inc., we look at robotics; how they are harnessing AI; and AI’s potential to improve the supply chain.

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Integrate your production to achieve flawless consistency and operational fluency. By combining Rittal’s modular hardware with Eplan’s data-driven design, you bridge the gaps that cause delays, rework, and rising costs. Replace friction with a unified system built to outpace targets and scale faster.

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Modular Power for Healthcare Systems

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MEAN WELL’s NMP Series delivers configurable 650W or 1200W power in a compact 1U low-profile design for healthcare and medical equipment applications. With adjustable 5V, 12V, 24V, and 48V outputs, universal AC input, full protection features, and Medical 2x MOPP plus ITE safety approvals, it supports flexible system design. Backed by a 5-year warranty.

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Featured: In the Panel Products


Products for Panel Builders

  • Pepperl+Fuchs: Powerful Signaling – Compact IO-Link Signal Light Cap with Touch Function

    Pepperl+Fuchs: Powerful Signaling – Compact IO-Link Signal Light Cap with Touch Function

    Whether machine status, process monitoring, or acoustic warning messages—industrial signal technology is a key component of modern automation concepts. With up to nine clearly defined multicolor LED segments, an acoustic signal, and an integrated IO-Link interface, Pepperl+Fuchs signal towers offer a wide range of diagnostic options. The new IO-Link signal light cap comes in a compact… Read More…

  • nVent HOFFMAN: New Indoor Side-Mount Global Air Conditioner, 2000 BTU/Hr.

    nVent HOFFMAN: New Indoor Side-Mount Global Air Conditioner, 2000 BTU/Hr.

    The nVent HOFFMAN Indoor Side-Mount Global Air Conditioner provides a cooling performance of 2,000 BTU/Hr. This eco-friendly air conditioner offers a 30% improvement in energy efficiency, resulting in a reduction of operational costs, and its new controller gives you more autonomy than ever over your cooling system. It is easy to service and offers the reliability and durability needed to meet necessary standards and requirements.​  Read More…


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New Generation AC/DC DIN Rail Power Supply

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MEAN WELL’s XDR, XDR-E, and XTR AC-DC DIN rail power supplies target diverse grid needs: XDR for premium single-phase, XDR-E for cost-performance balance, and XTR for three-phase value. Featuring compact design, up to 96% efficiency, multiple output voltages, broad certifications, rugged reliability, and competitive pricing, they suit industrial automation, energy, networking, and semiconductor applications.

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Featured: Enclosure Products


Products for Enclosure Products

  • nVent HOFFMAN: ModCenter Now Stocked in North America

    nVent HOFFMAN: ModCenter Now Stocked in North America

    nVent HOFFMAN is excited to announce newly created standard ModCenter packages, stocked locally in North America, reducing lead times. Available in 3 different models: ModCenter 263, ModCenter 280 and ModCenter 293. Each model comes with a standard accessory package that includes several features. Read More…

  • OKW: New IP 66/IP 69 Enclosure Pressure Compensation Elements

    OKW: New IP 66/IP 69 Enclosure Pressure Compensation Elements

    OKW has unveiled new IP 66, IP 69 pressure compensation elements to help protect electronics in challenging environments. They are ideal for enclosures such as SOLID-BOX (IP 66, IP 67, IK 08) and SMART-BOX (IP 66). Pressure compensation elements help to safeguard components in sealed enclosures from temperature changes (that can cause moisture-rich air inside… Read More…




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Evolving PLC Programming for Modern Automation

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Modern PLC programming is rapidly evolving to meet smarter, more connected automation demands. Discover how new paradigms, tools and integration strategies are reshaping industrial control. Read the article from Mouser Electronics to discover what it all means for your next industrial automation design.

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Featured Articles

  • The IT Closet Isn’t Dead – It’s More Important Than Ever

    The IT Closet Isn’t Dead – It’s More Important Than Ever

    If you spend any time reading about data centers, you’d think every company is building AI clusters with liquid cooling and hundreds of GPU servers. They’re not. Most businesses still rely on something much less exciting, but far more common: the IT closet. It’s the room down the hall. Sometimes it’s a converted storage room. Sometimes… Read More…

  • OEMs Can’t Afford to Not Embrace Cybersecurity

    OEMs Can’t Afford to Not Embrace Cybersecurity

    Cybersecurity for OEMs has usually been someone else’s responsibility. The end users’ IT team handled the networks while the OT organization managed security on their plant floors. And the machines were engineered for uptime, precision and safety. Thanks to the evolving threat landscape, that era is over. Regulations like the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and NIS2 are now… Read More…


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Built to Perform Better, Designed to Work Together

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Integrate your production to achieve flawless consistency and operational fluency. By combining Rittal’s modular hardware with Eplan’s data-driven design, you bridge the gaps that cause delays, rework, and rising costs. Replace friction with a unified system built to outpace targets and scale faster.

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Standardized Remote I/O for Faster, More Repeatable Builds

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Control panel projects often slow down because of inconsistent I/O layouts, wiring variability, controller changes, and duplicated engineering effort. This Weidmuller technical brief explains how standardized remote I/O stations can help panel builders create reusable designs, simplify commissioning, support multiple industrial protocols, and improve long-term maintainability across machines, facilities, and customer platforms. 

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News for Panel Builders

  • Björn Twiehaus Appointed New CEO of the WAGO Group

    Björn Twiehaus Appointed New CEO of the WAGO Group

    The WAGO Group is preparing for its next chapter of growth: on September 15, Björn Twiehaus (48) will take over the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the family-owned company headquartered in Minden. He succeeds Jürgen Koopsingraven, who currently serves as interim CEO in addition to his role as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Since… Read More…

  • RS Is Again Named One of North America’s Most Inspiring Workplaces

    RS Is Again Named One of North America’s Most Inspiring Workplaces

    RS has earned a third consecutive Top 100 North American Inspiring Workplaces Award for creating an exceptional, people-first culture that empowers individuals to thrive. RS also raised its score this year, ranking 27 among the 2026 Top 100 North American Inspiring Workplaces — a 40-point increase from 2025. The Inspiring Workplaces Awards annually recognize and celebrate organizations of… Read More…


Featured: Videos

The World’s first AI-Generated Control Cabinet. Impossible? Watch This:

99% faster control cabinet design. Impossible? Watch this. 👇

WS CAD recently joined forces with their partners ABB, Phoenix Contact, and häwa to reveal the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet. This isn’t just a concept; it’s a fully functional, production-ready reality. In this video, they showcase the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet workflow using WSCAD ELECTRIX AI. Witness how their AI Copilot automates technical tasks and enables a continuous data flow directly to the workshop floor, featuring hardware solutions from their partner, Phoenix Contact.