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  • Dave Doherty @C-Level: Doing Digital Better

    PBUS@C-level: An Interview with Dave Doherty, CEO at DigiKey

    PBUS contributing editor Barb Jorgensen and Dave Doherty, CEO at DigiKey discuss ongoing challenges in the supply chain and the current demand cycle fueled, in part, by AI.

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    OT Cybersecurity at the Core of Smart Manufacturing

    Manufacturers are operating in a more connected environment than ever before. That connectivity has driven gains in efficiency and visibility, but it has also introduced new risks. The 11th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report from Rockwell Automation lays this out clearly: 36 percent of respondents cite risk reduction as a top outcome of digital transformation, and…

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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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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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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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  • Single Use Support Speeds Design Cycle for Pharmaceutical Industry With Siemens Xcelerator

    Single Use Support Speeds Design Cycle for Pharmaceutical Industry With Siemens Xcelerator

    Siemens had recently announced that Single Use Support, a provider of innovative single-use technologies for fluid and cold chain management products for the pharmaceutical industry, has adopted Siemens Xcelerator to reduce lead times for designing, developing and automating systems and consumables for filling, freezing, storing and transporting sensitive liquids such as vaccines. Read More…

  • Rockwell Automation Helps Ken’s Foods Streamline End-of-Line Operations

    Rockwell Automation Helps Ken’s Foods Streamline End-of-Line Operations

    Rockwell Automation, Inc. modernizes end-of-line operations at Ken’s Foods, improving performance, reducing complexity and supporting continued growth. 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. 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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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.