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Eaton Announces David Foster as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Effective March 2, 2026
Eaton has recently announced that David Foster has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective March 2, 2026. He succeeds Olivier Leonetti who will be leaving Eaton on March 13, 2026, as part of a planned transition. Foster re-joins Eaton after a 29-year career with the organization. “Dave brings a wealth of experience to Eaton – with a deep understanding of our operations and a unique understanding of our markets and customers at a critical time of unprecedented demand and growth,” said Eaton CEO Paulo Ruiz.
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DesignCon 2026: The Future of AI Data Centers
From 448G lanes to liquid-cooled racks, Silicon Valley’s signal- and power-integrity show is turning into an AI infrastructure lab.
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Hammond Power Solutions Inc. to Acquire AEG Power Solutions
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. has recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire AEG Power Solutions, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. AEG Power Solutions is a global manufacturer of mission critical industrial power electronics serving a diverse set of markets, including industrial facilities, transportation, infrastructure, and energy applications. Operating…
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MEAN WELL’s New-Generation Enclosed Type Power Supply With PFC— NSP series
The new MEAN WELL NSP series delivers higher efficiency and an ultra-compact form factor, offering a complete upgrade from the RSP series and enabling greater performance within the same installation space. With 200% peak power capability, it effortlessly handles inrush loads, and its wide –40 to +85°C operating temperature range ensures stable and safe operation even in harsh environments.
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How IO-LINK Connectivity Turns Legacy Signals into Smart Data

Key Takeaways:
– What IO-Link is, where it fits, and how it differs from traditional analog and discrete I/O.
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AutomationDirect: Schmersal PROTECT PSC1 Safety Controller
The Schmersal PROTECT PSC1 safety controller is a compact safety control system with scalable I/O from a trusted provider of machine safety. E-stops, light grids, and almost any safety device can be monitored with ease, and the universal interface ensures instant connection to every standard fieldbus. The base models, PSC1-C-10 and PSC1-C-100, include 14 safe… Read More…
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Pfannenberg: PROTECT Series Signaling Devices
Pfannenberg, Inc. offers its PROTECT Series of SIL-certified and C1D2-capable signaling devices. With virtually unbreakable die-cast aluminum housings, PROTECT devices are suited for applications in fire alarm, marine, machine safety, functional safety, and hazardous areas where reliability and durability are critical. The PROTECT Series includes high-performance sounders and combined sounder-light devices with six lens color options and… Read More…
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Safe Heating for Electrical Enclosures Under Extreme Conditions

Stego’s CS 032 Plus enclosure heater with fan and PTC heating element reliably protects against frost and condensation. The CS 032 Plus fan heater is equipped with a user-friendly temperature selector wheel and intelligent control for variable heating capacity. The flexible clip or screw mounting options supports optimum air circulation.
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Hammond Power Solutions Inc. to Acquire AEG Power Solutions
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. has recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire AEG Power Solutions, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. AEG Power Solutions is a global manufacturer of mission critical industrial power electronics serving a diverse set of markets, including industrial facilities, transportation, infrastructure, and energy applications. Operating… Read More…
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Southwire Announces Strategic Investment in Verdigris
Southwire Company LLC has announced a strategic investment in Verdigris Technologies, Inc, an AI-native electrical intelligence company focused on AI-scale data center infrastructure. The investment reflects Southwire’s commitment to advancing power delivery for next-generation computing environments. Verdigris delivers a cloud‑first platform that captures high-frequency electrical data at the circuit level. Its sensors install inside existing electrical… Read More…
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Purdue, Rittal + Eplan Announce Strategic Partnership for Smart Manufacturing, Engineering Education
Purdue University and Rittal and Eplan, sister companies, have announced a major strategic partnership. The five-year collaboration centers around the Purdue Polytechnic Institute and was officially sealed at the Rockwell Automation Fair in Chicago in November. The partnership will see Purdue join the Rittal + Eplan Partner Network as a research partner with a focus… Read More…

